Percussion & Dance Workshop with Helm
In this one off workshop with the well respected and adored Helm, Middle Eastern Rhythms will be explored and one of Helm’s own pieces of music will be worked on. This 3 hour workshop will be divided between percussion and dance groups – Mark Bell will teach percussion to those wishing to learn how to drum, whilst Ling Shien Bell teaches finger cymbals and dance. Both drummers and dancers will come together at the end of the workshop to work on rhythms, patterns and movements. A wonderful opportunity to nurture your musicality skills in dance.
Please note: This workshop is open to dancers of any genre, musicians, and dancers who want to drum!
Times: 1.00-4.30pm (with a short break)
The Place to Be: The Factory, 407 Hornsey Rd, London N19
Price: £30 for the full 3 hours!!!
To book a workshop place please email firewater.london@gmail.com
Advanced booking is essential!
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Showcasing a fantastic union of traditional and contemporary Live music, beautiful performances by dancers from around the UK, the chance to dance to Live music yourselves, and much more… this is a night not to be missed!!!
Time: 7pm-late
The Place to Be: The Others, 6-8 Manor Rd, Stoke Newington, London N16
Cost: £5 for workshop attendees or £8 on the door!
To get there: by Train: Stoke Newington (from Liverpool St); By Tube: Finsbury Park then bus 106 (Listria Park stop)
By Bus: 106, 73, 67, 149, 76, 476, 243. Free Parking available nearby.
Featuring LIVE MUSIC from:
California based Helm, a major contributor to Middle Eastern music and a huge influence and inspiration to many great dancers around the world. Well known for their collaborations with dancers such as FatChanceBellyDance; Mira Betz, Rachel Brice, Zoe Jakes and Elizabeth Strong, Helm’s music provides a rich platform for expression for all to enjoy. www.helmmusic.com
Dajjah: Dajjah’s music is best described as “live mutations of Middle Eastern instruments, post-Islamic beats and wobble base”. Seen previously at Tribalondon, Dajjah are renowned for bringing arab-beats/reeds & bass pressure for the discerning. www.dajjah.co.uk
AND the following delectable Dancers:
hannah mi, Moirai, Deana Lawman, Bodhaia Tribal
and Ashley Lawrence!
Plus Tribaladditions and Bellynut will be vending their gorgeous Tribal goodies!
