Best suited for intermediate students and those who already have a foundation in belly dance.
We will be learning a beautiful choreography to the legendary Oum Koulsoum’s song Alf Leila We Leila. Students will learn the meaning of the song and a little bit about Oum Koulsoum.
This era of dance (which is really multiple decades with distinct differences), is known as the ‘Golden Era’ of Raqs Sharqi. The great dancers such as Samia Gamal, Naima Akef, Kaity Voutsaki, Tahia Carioca and Suheir Zaki danced in Egyptian films and plays. They set the stage for an unforgettable era of dance, costuming, and magical energy. This series will dive into the past and honor the part of the roots of modern Raqs Sharqi today.
At the end of the last class, students are invited to stay late to watch some of these incredible Golden Era clips together!
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Tuesdays from 6:30-7:45pm EST
3/7/23 – 4/11/23
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We will begin our series by learning the beginning of this choreography and familiarizing ourselves with this song and Oum Koulsoum. Then we will continue to learn drills and combos of Raqs Sharqi through the six weeks.
All classes are 75-minutes long and held online via Zoom with a group of fellow dancers. Recorded replays of the classes will be provided within 48 hours of the class.
Myrto will be available via email in between sessions for additional support, if needed.
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There are two payment options available for this class:
1x payment of $210, due upon registration
1x payment of $105 due upon registration, 1x payment of $105 due 3/28/23
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What should I wear during class?
Dress comfortably in stretchy pants, skirt, or shorts, with a hip scarf.
Is this class open to complete beginners?
No – if you are a complete beginner, please start with the Drills & Combos series in January–February 2023.
Do I have to attend every week live?
Live attendance is preferred, but not mandatory as you will receive a recording of each class.