DRUM WORKSHOPS:
Beginner’s Riffs and Rhythms
Presented by Sidqi
Intermediate/Advanced Riffs and Rhythms
Presented by Sidqi
Saidi and Nawari Rhythms
Presented by Sidqi
Turkish and Gypsy 9/8 Rhythms
Presented by Sidqi
Drum Re-Heading
Presented by Glasshawk
Ooops! Do you have that drum in your corner that has a tear or rip in its goatskin head? Maybe the whole head has popped off? Kind of miss playing them? Time to dust off those drums and bring them along. This is a hands-on workshop where you will learn to re-head a drum by re-heading your own. Glasshawk will re-head a drum in class so you can see step-by-step how it all works.
Anyone can attend to learn how but, please email Glasshawk for materials needed if you want to bring a drum to re-head.
More Drum Workshops TBA!
DANCE WORKSHOPS:
Tunisian Dance, the Cliff Notes
Presented by Lynchburg Tribal Bellydance
.The dances of North Africa are unique in thei vibrancy and musical interpretation.This class will explore some of the fundamental steps of Tunisian Dance. Using traditional rhythms we'll break down specific movements into their individual elements and put them back together again and learn a bouncy choreography. Dance experience not necessary.
Tribal Roots: the Jamila Salimpour Format
Presented by Lynchburg Tribal Bellydance
Jamila Salimpour could be considered the mother of bellydance in the United States. As one of the very first teachers to offer structured group classes and to present the material using a solid format and unified vocabulary, she paved the way for future development. As founder of the first tribal belly dance troupe in the US, Bal Anat, Jamila is a pioneer in this art form. This class will cover the basics of her format, with an emphasis on terminology and technique as well as Jamila's place in belly dance lineage.
Zill’in and Chill’n Round the Campfire
Presented by Miramar
Miramar will teach some basic zill rhythms as we sit around the campfire: Chiftitelli,
Drummers are welcome to join in and if you feel like getting up to dance – all the better!
Simply Saidi with Miramar
Saidi, a stong, earthy dance and form of folklore from Upper Egypt, is danced by both men and women. The Saidi rhythm starts with strong, distinctive beat (dun) followed by two more duns; it is the original, get up and party music!
Saidi dancers use a stick or Assaya for men and a more feminized cane for women. Miramar will teach basic Saidi steps in place, traveling steps and how to swing and incorporate the cane in your dance. She will also provide historical and cultural information.
Canes will be available for sale and/or dow rods for practicing the twirling. Please bring a cane if you have one.
Slow Moves with Miramar
Before we depart on our journeys home, Miramar will lead us in basic isolations: hip circles, figure eights, Camels, beautiful hand and arm movements and more!
Gypsy Skirt Fusion
Presented by Belladonna
Learn to dance with a big skirt. Beginning dancers will learn basic moves to improvise a solo gypsy fusion skirt dance. Participants will increase their knowledge of dancing with a skirt. Basic skirt moves, spins and turns will be taught. Participants will learn about ways to improvise with a big skirt, including: Holding the Skirt; Skirt Swishes, Twirls and Tosses; Skirt Turns and Hops; Spinning with the Skirt; Flamenco Styled Moves; Incorporating Belly Dance Moves
We will listen to music & improvise with the skirt, using some of the moves we have learned.
Wear comfortable and cool clothing including comfortable shoes to move in. Bring a large skirt, preferably greater than 10 yards.
Everyone is encouraged to get up and dance! Even if you only remember a couple of moves, just listen to the music and let your body move.
OTHER WORKSHOPS
Singing Workshop: Lift Every Voice and Sing presented by Heather Hightower
Using simple a cappella songs, group warm-ups, international canons suitable for any level of singing, and un-intimidating improvisation, enjoy feeling the connection to your body through your divine musical instrument – your voice.
Singing in the choral tradition is the greatest of human equalizers – we all have a voice, we all have a body, and we all can make some sort of sound (and for those few exceptions, every good choral group needs a rhythmic accompaniment!). Tap into the unique collective consciousness formed by participants, and enjoy having fun making sound.
Encoding the Frequencies of Sound, Light, and Movement: A Quick and Easy Technique for Daily Manifestation
by Priestess Maya White Sparks
Learn these techniques to create your life. Elevate the vibratory frequency of your state of consciousnes and the spaces you inhabit by setting your intention with chanting and by calling upon the light. Keep your daily focus on your goals and assist those around you. Bonus: Movement plus intention also are a powerful tool of manifestation. We will end the workshop with a very simple and fun circle trance dance and use the power of our group to manifest a mutually agreed upon intention.
WORKSHOPS FOR CHILDREN
Genie Dance for Little Ones
Presented by Miramar
Children may join Miramar in a fun-filled dance and music lesson, dancing with mini-veils and tambourines, playing musical instruments and some fun dancing games like Rainbow Run!
Other Children Classes and Workshops TBA
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