Beledi-Taxim-Tastic, 2-3 Hours:
Beledi taxims or beledi progressions are an important part of a dancer's show. Depending on the kind of beledi taxim, oftentimes they serve as a bridge leading up to the exciting tabla solo finale. In this workshop Sa'diyya will teach a “Swiss cheese” choreography that has spaces in it for you to fill in with your improvisational dancing. Along with the choreography being taught, Sa'diyya will offer tips on how to not only dance, but how to perform improvisationally. You will come away from this workshop with the very important skill of being able to flow from choreography to improv and back.
Beledi taxims or beledi progressions are an important part of a dancer's show. Depending on the kind of beledi taxim, oftentimes they serve as a bridge leading up to the exciting tabla solo finale. In this workshop Sa'diyya will teach a “Swiss cheese” choreography that has spaces in it for you to fill in with your improvisational dancing. Along with the choreography being taught, Sa'diyya will offer tips on how to not only dance, but how to perform improvisationally. You will come away from this workshop with the very important skill of being able to flow from choreography to improv and back.
