Virtual classes via Zoom
530-630 pm cst
Based on Persian classical or contemporary dance, this class is centered around the movements and flow of Persian ‘classical’ contemporary. Through authentic movement and music, participants experience the beauty of this unique style that emphasizes upper body movements, hand gestures, turns, footwork, postures, and expression known to illustrate love poems of the Sufi tradition. . Whirling will also be taught with elements of spiritual practice including breath, focus, and rhythm. Come and experience for yourself the softness, sweetness, inspiration, and grace that comes from embodying moving in this beautiful tradition.
All women welcome to attend. Class is for women only for cultural reasons.
Dance experience is helpful not necessary.
Socks or dance shoes or slippers, greatly helpful for movement.
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See Movement Meditations: series description for session details.
Classical/contemporary Persian dance of the 21st century began centering on the mystical, love poetry of 16th century Persian Sufi texts and traditional Persian figures adorning wall hangings, sculptures, miniatures, and other artificats, Persian dance features hand gestures, graceful body movement, whirling, and more. Set to traditional music, choreographies illustrate the poetry of traditional lyrics to help students learn basic 6/8 time and to acquire foundational vocabulary and body movement. Choreography can be performed solo or in group.