Special Topics Classes and Workshops

Special topics classes and workshops are offered at the Shaw studio in the spring, summer, and fall semesters.  Stay up-to-date regarding upcoming classes by following Nisaa on Facebook or subscribing to Nisaa's monthly newsletter!  Nisaa can also offer a class or workshop at your location.  Contact Nisaa for more information or visit here for booking information.

• Fall 2011 mini-workshops at the Shaw studio
  

• Registration and payment information for fall 2011 mini-workshops at the Shaw studio
  

• Class cancellations due to inclement weather or other emergencies
  

• Directions to the Shaw studio
  

• Workshop topics offered by Nisaa
  

Fall 2011 Mini-Workshops at the Shaw Studio

Nisaa is pleased to offer these mini-workshops focusing on specialized Middle Eastern dance topics.  Nisaa's mini-workshops are generally geared towards students who have some experience in Middle Eastern dance.  However, some topics are suitable for absolute beginners - contact Nisaa if you're not sure!

• Arabic Music 101 - November 6, 12:30-2:30 PM - Music is the heart and soul of belly dance, so it's important for dancers to have a working understanding of Arabic music.  Through a combination of lecture and listening exercises, Nisaa provides a concise introduction to the basics of Arabic music for dancers.  Non-musicians need not be intimidated!  In this workshop, you'll receive a general introduction to the core elements that set Arabic music apart from other musical traditions.  You'll learn to identify by sound and sight some traditional Arabic musical instruments.  And, you'll have the chance to explore different styles within the Arabic musical tradition.  This is a workshop not to be missed by serious students of raqs sharqi!
  

• Arabic Music 102 - November 6, 3-5 PM - In this follow-up to Arabic Music 101, students have the opportunity to apply what they've learned about the core elements of Arabic music.  Through a combination of listening exercises and dance practice, Nisaa reviews the basics of Arabic music for dancers and guides students through a dance exploration of different styles within the Arabic musical tradition.
  

Students may choose to attend Arabic Music 101 only, or both Arabic Music 101 and 102, but attending 102 without attending 101 is not recommended.

This page was last updated: September 25, 2011

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Fall 2011 Mini-Workshops TWO WORKSHOP PACKAGE

Workshop Topics Offered by Nisaa

• Arabic Music 101
  

• Arabic Music 102
  

• Arabic Rhythms: Beyond the Basics
  

• Basic Egyptian Rhythms
  

• Basics of the Banat Mazin Ghawazee Style
  

• Combination Creation
  

• Dancing to Taqasim and Mawawil
  

• Debke Basics
  

• Evolution of Egyptian Style Belly Dance
  

• Folkloric Sampler (basic overview of two to three folkloric styles)
  

• Improvisation vs. Choreography in Raqs Sharqi
  

• Introduction to Egyptian Style Belly Dance
  

• Khaleegy Basics
  

• Layering Basics
  

• Music of Abdel Halim Hafez
  

• Music of Farid Al Atrache
  

• Music of Mohammad Abdel Wahab
  

• Music of Um Kulthum
  

• National Folkloric Dance Troupes of Egypt: History, Technique, and Impact
  

• Nubian Basics
  

• Raqs Assaya Basics
  

• Raqs Beledi: The Roots of Raqs Sharqi
  

• Traveling, Turns, and Transitions
  

Class Cancellations due to Inclement Weather or Other Emergencies

• In the event of inclement weather, call 314-599-0506 to check the status of classes.
  

• In the event of other emergencies, such as instructor illness, Nisaa will make every effort to contact students.  If for some reason Nisaa is unable to contact students, the cancellation will be posted on the door of the studio.
  

• Make-ups for cancelled classes will be offered as scheduling permits.
  

Liability Waiver and Release

Please note that students are required to sign a liability waiver and release in order to participate.  The liability waiver and release will be provided at the students' first class.

Registration and Payment Information

for Fall 2011 Mini-Workshops at the Shaw Studio

Fees:

• $25 per mini-workshop
  

• $40 for both mini-workshops
  

Class size is limited!  Only students who register in advance are guaranteed a spot in the class.  Please register early in order to reserve your spot.  Advance registration also helps to ensure that your workshop(s) of choice reach the minimum enrollment of four students.

Drop-in attendance is possible.  However, due to space limitations at the studio and the existence of pre-requisites for certain workshops, students who wish to drop in must e-mail Nisaa or call 314.599.0506 for permission prior to attending.

Please note that class fees are non-refundable after the start of the session.  Classes missed in the current session may not be used as credit for classes in future sessions.  Registrations are non-transferable.

Registration:

There are two ways to register.

1. Print and complete the registration form, and mail it with your check or money order to Belly Dance with Nisaa, PO Box 26992, St. Louis, MO 63118.  One form per student, please.

OR

2. Register here with Paypal.  Click on the buttons for the classes of your choice.