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Friday Night Workshops in Studio

Location - Dance by Carly - 10203 Old Manchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748

Zay el Hawa - Lebanese - style Choreography

with Tamra Henna

Date: Friday, September 27, 2024

Time: 7:30 - 9:30pm CDT

Location: Dance by Carly, Studio A

Skill Level: All levels

Add a little “Pan-Arabic” flair to your dancing! Lebanese style is energetic, dynamic, and classic. The beautiful movements typical to Lebanese Raqs Sharqi are a refreshing change for dancers who have been more exposed to other styles of belly dance, and can be added to any dancer’s repertoire for extra spice and variation.

“Zay el Hawa,” first popularized by Egyptian crooner Abdel Halim Hafez, is a very popular Arabic standard. Often played for dance performances, it is a real crowd pleaser with Arab audiences. The version used for this choreography is from a recording by the late Setrak Sarkissian, a drummer and band leader who was extremely popular in Lebanon, and whose drumming style was a hallmark of the sound of Lebanese belly dancing music for decades.

In this class, students will learn the stylistic basics, a few classic Lebanese movements and steps, and several combinations showcasing these moves. We will put it all together into a fun dance! Bonus: we will discuss breaking down music to create choreographies, and how the concepts of repetition and variation make both choreographing and learning choreographies easier!

Energy Flow for Dancers. Dance with Purpose

with DaVid of Scandinavia

Date: Friday, September 27, 2024

Time: 7:30 - 9:30pm CDT

Location: Dance by Carly, Studio B

Skill Level: Intermediate

A systematic approach to movement flow by way of techniques and strategies for sequential movement and Middle Eastern dance logic will provide insight on how to produce purposeful movement and add meaning to a dance technical statement. This workshop is geared towards dancers somewhat experienced in Middle Eastern dance looking to explore their artistic range further.

Saturday Workshops in Studio

Location - Dance by Carly / Austin Ecstatic Dance Center - 10203 Old Manchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748

Bang a Gong - How to DANCE with Your Finger Cymbals

with Tamra Henna

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Location: Austin Ecstatic Dance Center

Skill Level: All Levels

This movement-oriented class focuses on how to transition from playing finger cymbals to dancing with your finger cymbals. Many dancers are intimidated by the multi-tasking required to DANCE while playing. In this class, we will work on forging the neural pathways needed to move and play at the same time, including some hints to make playing while dancing easier.

This class will include:

• Basic patterns - using the numerical system of 1, 3, 5, 7, and rolls, we’ll practice some basic patterns you can use with most music.

• Layering of footwork with patterns

• We’ll confuse our brains with some basic steps done with different patterns. This block gets tricky, but it’s a really great brain teaser! 

• “Cheats” - movement and zill pattern combos that are easy and eye/ear catching. Get the audience’s attention without working too hard! 

• Music discussion - when to play and when NOT to play in the music.

• When to be simple and when to be fancy with your pattern selections.

• The much-maligned 3s - why it’s perfectly OK to play 3s! How to make your simplest patterns sound fire!

• How to vary the sound of your cymbals to add musical dynamics to simple playing.

The goal of this class is to de-mystify and de-stress finger cymbal playing. Any time a dancer starts playing their cymbals, it brings another layer to the performance and draws attention! By the end of this class, students will feel inspired and freed to explore finger cymbal playing in their own performances.

Basic Arabic - Bellydance Class with Language Enrichment

with Rania Kandil & Bahaia

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Location: Dance by Carly, Studio A

Skill Level: All Levels

Join Rania Kandil, a full-blooded Egyptian, and local favorite Bahaia for a unique bellydance class that combines dance instruction with basic Arabic language enrichment. This engaging workshop is designed for dancers of all levels who are interested in enhancing their cultural understanding and linguistic skills while learning bellydance.

Included Content: Counting - Directions - Body Actions - Body Parts - Select Song Lyrics

Immerse yourself in the beauty of bellydance while gaining a deeper appreciation of the Arabic language and culture. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from two experienced and passionate instructors.

Megance

with Svetlana Zralko

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Location: Dance by Carly, Studio B

Skill Level: Advanced

Join us for a special master class in Oriental dance with instructor Svetlana Zralko, where you’ll explore the classical dance style known as “megance.” This workshop is designed to immerse you in the beauty and grace of Oriental dance while helping you connect with your inner femininity.

We’ll cover various rhythms, each with its own unique character and style, allowing you to express yourself in new ways and learn fresh techniques and combinations. This class is ideal for enhancing your performance skills for stage shows, competitions, and other events. Come and discover how this dance can enrich your dance repertoire and personal expression under Svetlana’s expert guidance.

12pm - 1pm Lunch Break - Enjoy Shopping

Folk to Sharki - From Village to City

with DaVid of Scandinavia

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Time: 1:00 - 3:00pm CDT

Location: Austin Ecstatic Dance Center

Skill Level: All Levels

This workshop bridges the Egyptian folk dance and Raqs Sharki techniques with emphasis on observing the transitions between the two. This is a useful tool for dancers looking to develop their dance and cohesively bring their dance vocabulary together. Combinations highlighting the difference in execution and focus allow the dancer to enhance their perception of the relationship between folk and Sharki. This workshop is geared towards dancers with some dance experience to experienced dancers.

Uplevel Ur Undulation

with Stacey Lizette

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Time: 1:00 - 3:00pm CDT

Location: Dance by Carly, Studio A

Skill Level: All Levels

Join Stacey for an immersive workshop focused on the sometimes elusive, sometimes underappreciated, undulation. Delve into the intricacies as we explore technique, variations, and possibilities for layering. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just beginning your journey, this workshop promises to connect/reconnect you to this "staple" in your dance toolkit.

Evergreen Veil: Combos for Every Occasion

with Cheyney Teagan

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Time: 1:00 - 3:00pm CDT

Location: Dance by Carly, Studio B

Skill Level: All levels

A Movement-based Workshop. Tried and true veil combos that wow, and are adaptable to a variety of settings!

Unlock the captivating beauty and versatility of veil work in bellydance! This workshop is designed to equip dancers of all levels with a repertoire of tried and true veil combinations that are guaranteed to wow audiences. Whether you're performing on a grand stage, at an intimate gathering, or in a restaurant setting with unpredictable situations, these adaptable combos will elevate your dance with elegance and flair. Bonus: We’ll experiment with embracing the unexpected: turning mistakes into spontaneous creativity, and recovering gracefully.

What to Bring: A standard 3-yard silk veil is recommended for this workshop.