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GRAMMY NOMINEE, Souhail Kaspar and renowned oud player, Rachid Halihal return to DC!
Master percussionist, Souhail Kaspar, nominated for a Grammy Award for his Smithsonian Folkways recording with Rahim Alhaj, "When the Soul Is Settled: Music Of Iraq", returns to the Washington, DC area for workshops and a special performance.
Souhail will be joined by renowned oudist, Rachid Halihal to perform an evening concert on Saturday, April 26 at Saffron Dance Studio, Arlington, VA.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26:
1) ARABIC DOUMBEK FOUNDATIONS & FUNDAMENTALS WITH SOUHAIL - Learn the basics from a Master of Percussion and start on the right foot, or improve your technique & understanding of Arabic rhythms! With his years of experience on the stage and in the studio, Souhail is not only an excellent performer but a fun and patient teacher!
LOCATION: Sidqi Studio, Arlington, VA - 10am-12pm, $50
2) ARABIC VOICE & INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE WITH RACHID - For singers & musicians interested in learning Arabic music.
LOCATION: Sidqi Studio, Arlington, VA - 12pm-2pm, $40
3) RHYTHM & MOVEMENT FOR DANCERS WITH SOUHAIL & KOSTANA - This traditional Egyptian workshop focuses on how the movements for dance and the part of the body used are different for each of the 3 elements of music: rhythm, melody, instrumentation. The student learns how to interpret Middle East music for the dance style Raqs al-Sharqi by portraying these 3 elements simultaneously to give a complete visual presentation of the music. The dancer appears to conduct the music with her (his) body! With his degree in Arabic Music & Performance, from Aleppo, Syria, Souhail brings cultural insights and integrity to this beautiful "dance of the East."
LOCATION: Saffron Dance Studio, Arlington, VA - 3pm-5pm, $50
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! Register and pay BEFORE APRIL 15 and receive $10 off each class you register for! See details on our Registration Page!
EVENING PERFORMANCE: Souhail, Rachid and additional special guests!
Saffron Dance Studio, Arlington, VA - 8pm
TICKETS: $25.00 (includes cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and open dancing with live Arabic music!)
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2008
4) Intermediate/Advanced Doumbek Technique with Souhail - This workshop is for experienced players wishing to improve their technique through personal instruction with Souhail. For those who have never taken with Souhail before, we always recommend taking his basic class first to understand his technique. Take both classes and get $20 off the total...
LOCATION: Sidqi Studio, Arlington, VA - 11am-1pm, $70
FOR TICKETS OR TO REGISTER: Please visit:
World Music Folklife Center - Register
For more about Souhail:
Souhail Kaspar | Near East Music egyptian Tabla (Darbuka) instructor Arabic percussion
For more about Rachid:
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