Qaina is a Middle Eastern Dance and Music Event that includes classes, a show, dinner, and a hafla. It is an SCA event!!

Saturday, April 4, 2009
10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Tadmor Shrine Center
3000 Krebs Dr.
Akron, Ohio 44319

PRE-REGISTRATION:
$17 for SCA members
$20 non-SCA members

AT THE DOOR:
$20 for SCA members
$23 for non-SCA members

We have sold out every year. Register early!!!

DINNER IS INCLUDED IN THE SITE FEE

Lunch items will be available for purchase during the day.

6PM - 8PM Show

8PM Hafla with Ishtar, Pittsburgh’s Classic Belly-Rock Band

Class list

ITS - Mihri Deniz-Yetim of Blue Lotus Tribe
ITS or improvisational tribal style bellydance evokes the spirit of social folkloric dancing that one might have witnessed in period. Dancers in this class will learn a basic vocabulary of movements and how to create a dance in the moment using these moves and a system of cues and transitions. We will also discuss tips for making your ITS dance a bit more SCA friendly through music and garb choices.

Poi-tastic - Kenna of Gypsy Soul
As we all strive to become better dancers, we want to add layers to our dance. Poi, an art form originating from New Zealand, can help your dance to the next level. In this class you will learn basic poi moves and combinations that will give you the foundation for incorporating poi into your dance. Note: You can make your own practice poi from knee high socks and tennis balls or fancy sock poi will be available for purchase.

Basic Sword Technique- Shanrae of Tribal Fire
Included in this class is care and safety for sword, discussing how to infuse a sense of mystery/danger into your swordwork, a basic warm up, covering balance points, basic floorwork/level changes and a short choreography. Students please bring a sword.

Dancing with Drummers - Jezebel
Taught along side the Drumming with Dancers class, come join us as we dance with the drummers using some games to get the creative juices flowing and a little choreograhy to be used with one of the rhythms.

Funky Combos - Anne and Jenn of Gypsy Soul
Combining bellydance with other world dance influences for new, fun combinations. Learn sassy, funky combos to spice up your next routine.

Beginner Darbuka - Mark of Ishtar
For beginner percussionists or drummers who have let the dust settle on their
drums! Sit with Mark and refresh your memory about drum hits, and basic Middle
Eastern Rhythms.

The Art of Taksim with Basic Makam Theory - Melissa of Ishtar
How to make your improvisational solos go somewhere and come back. Which notes
are important in which makam. How to cue/communicate with other musicians. Also,
how to practice your improvisational skills at home.

Middle Eastern Music Ensemble - Melissa of Ishtar
Percussionists and Melody musicians, learn songs together!

Drumming for Dancers - Kilij Kayin
Drummers, come and learn some simple techniques used to play with bellydancers at performances and haflas. Learn techniques that will help you work as a team to improve the performances of both drummers and dancers. This class will be taught along side the Dancing with Drummers class.

The Scandal of Bare Skin, Northern Indian Garb - Eshva of Hareem Shar'eem
Yes Viriginia, there really were bare tummies in period. Attend class to find out when, where, and what.


For questions about registration, contact Lori at maysuun@sbcglobal.net

Any other questions contact Jezebel at jezebelshuvani@yahoo.com

Registration Form also available at www.jezfever.com. Click on Events.