Finger cymbals allow belly dancers the ability to add their own flavor of musicality and percussion to their dance. They are a beautiful accent to many songs and an exciting addition to performances!
Learn how to dance and play finger cymbals from the count of 1!
Learn basic finger cymbal patterns while standing in place, and then coordinating with basic foot patterns and belly dance moves.
Basic patterns include 3's, 7's and 5's.
Cymbal patterns for beledi, chifte telli and masmoudi rhythms, as well!
This workshop assumes you have a foundation of basic belly dance moves and foot patterns.
You must have your own finger cymbals for this workshop!
Recommended Cymbals:
Turquoise International size EB (2 1/4" diameter) or size B (2 1/2" diameter)
Order from: http://www.turquoiseintl.com/cymbals/
Beginner Belly Dance Classes in Woodstock, New York
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Class Description - Beginner Belly Dance
This class will cover the basic moves and foot patterns of belly dance, as well as drum rhythms and common musical styles in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. This class is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels.
Strength conditioning for dance and bellydance technique will be introduced at the beginner level.
Focus on proper posture and alignment is very important.
Foot patterns and dance movement will be taught separately from belly dance movement, and combined as student abilities improve.
Combinations will be taught to introduce students to the concepts of musicality as well as putting moves together and transitioning from one move into another.
As students get more proficient with the beginner format, more advanced material will be added - on an individual basis - to prepare students for higher level classes.
It is required that students have a minimum of one to two years of beginner bellydance classes before moving up to the intermediate level class.
All Bellydance Classes...
... will help develop core body awareness while building strength and stamina, and toning and strengthening the different muscle groups of the body. Students will learn to isolate their glutes, hips, abs, pelvis, ribcage, shoulders, arms and head while dancing to hypnotic and rhythmic Middle Eastern music. Bellydance will raise your heart rate, so be prepared to sweat a little. This class is low-impact and appropriate for women of all ages and fitness levels. Modifications for all skill levels can be made with awareness of student ability and level. Each student will receive personal attention and direction appropriate to their skill level.
For more information about belly dance classes in the Hudson Valley, contact Willow at (845) 594-8673 or e-mail bellydancewillow@gmail.com
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