Aziza in Portland, OR August 9-10
We are so excited to present a weekend of raqs sharqi workshops with Aziza!
Aziza of Montreal, formerly Portland, fell in love with dance at the age of 3. She continued to experiment with many styles and develop her skills as a classical dancer until she found her true love, the art of Middle Eastern Dance over three decades ago. Her devotion to and passion for the art has led to numerous awards and recognitions. Aziza is now one of the brightest, most in demand stars of belly dance in the world today, known for her amazing ability to communicate the music by mixing the best of classical Middle Eastern dance with her own innovative twist.
Aziza’s amazing improvisational skills and her unparalleled ability to inspire students to get to the next level make her the master artist and mentor audiences and students find memorable. A sought after instructor, and also a lifetime learner, Aziza continues to perform and teach for students and audiences across the globe.
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Saturday, August 9, 12:00 - 2:30 PM | Studio Datura, 116 NE Russell, Portland OR 97212
Join Aziza for a high-energy, globe-trotting bellydance workshop featuring clever combos set to current pop hits from Egypt, Turkey, Greece, and Lebanon! Perfect for gigging dancers, this workshop offers dynamic, easy-to-follow combos that bring together traditional and modern elements from each culture. Whether you're looking to add versatility to your performances or just want to have a blast, this workshop is for you. Great for teachers seeking fresh choreography ideas or anyone wanting to get down at the ultimate bellydance party! Expect useful combos, plenty of repetition, and FUN!
Early Bird $95 until July 26 | $125 full price
Sunday, August 10, 1:00 - 3:30 PM | Studio Datura, 116 NE Russell, Portland OR 97212
Get ready to dive deep into the art of drum solo with this intense workshop! Explore intricate isolations, powerful shimmies, and fun folkloric dabke elements, all set to the electrifying rhythms of Artem Uzunov’s seductive drum solo, Davai. Aziza will bring her signature flair for unexpected moments of humor, keeping the energy light and fun while you master the technical moves. This workshop is perfect for dancers looking to refine their drum solo performance skills and come away with a new choreography to add to your repertoire. Bring water and a yoga mat!
Early Bird $95 until July 26 | $125 full price
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