Saw this on the Bellydancing Livejournal group:

Workshop with Saqra

Saturday May 10th

Featuring Saqra from Seattle, WA

Exciting Afternoon Workshops

1 to 3 PM Ghawazee Improvisation Style: 2 hours $40 ($35 before May 4th)

The Ghawazee are Egyptian street and celebration dancers. Their dance will be taught in a tribal style cued format using Banat Mazin Ghawzee moves. Basic finger cymbals will be taught and are usually used in this style but can be eliminated by the dancer if needed. There will be a chance to try it all out at the evening hafla if you desire?

3:30 to 5:30 Layering Isolations with Melody and Rhythm 2 hours $40 ($35 before May 4th)

This workshop focuses on combinations using specific isolations and layering techniques. Learn how to create flow from one move to another and how to layer arms, torso and hip isolations with footwork to different elements found in Middle Eastern music.

Then JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF DANCING at our Student Hafla! Featuring both performances by our students and Saqra and OPEN JAM! Doors open at 7:30 PM - $10 at the door.

The Center for World Rhythms

4719 Vine Street

Cincinnati, Ohio 45217



REGISTER TODAY! For info and registration contact:

Suzanne Gerard 513 312-9628 or sgerard@cinci.rr.com

PayPal also accepted at: www.gaiananda.net

Saqra is a powerful dance artist and a master instructor. Her fluidity, grace, and technical skill are highlighted by her friendly demeanor and clear joy of the dance. Full bio and extensive information is available at: WWW.SAQRA.NET