Tag Archives: Arabic
Summer Colloquial Arabic Classes!
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CAC Presents: Arabic Music Workshops
The Arabic Music Workshops will introduce students to the music of the Arab World. They are open to all levels of professional performers and college students. The 6-hour intensive workshops feature a rigorous program of improvisation, rhythm, ornamentation and ensemble. All instruments are welcome.
The workshops will culminate in a concert with the CAC Arabic Chamber Ensemble and the New York Arabic Orchestra under the direction of Mr. Bassam Saba on April 18 at the YMCA Theater in Cambridge, MA!
Workshop Dates: (all times 1:00 – 6:00 pm)
March 7th & 8th
March 21st & 22nd
April 11th & 12th
April 17th & 18th
Concert: April 18th, 2015
Location:
Center for Arabic Culture
191 Highland Ave. Suit 6B.
Somerville, MA 02143
Fees:
Workshop: $150 ($100/student rate)
Private lessons: $100/hour (students: $80/hour)
Workshop & private lesson: $225 (students: $160)
Biography:
Bassam Saba of Lebanon is a world-renowned virtuoso, multi-instrumentalist, and
leading figure of Arabic music. Saba studied nay, ‘ud and violin at the Lebanon National Conservatory. He received his BA in Western Classical Music and Flute Performance at the Conservatoire Municipal des Gobelins in Paris, and Masters in Western Flute Performance and Music Education from the Gnessin Musical Pedagogical Institute in Moscow. Saba has toured extensively with diva of the Arab World, Fairouz, as well as Marcel Khalife, Simon Shaheen and Ziad Rahbani.
He has collaborated with classical and pop stars such as Yo-Yo Ma, Sting, Alicia Keys and Santana, and jazz icons such as Herbie Hancock and Quincy Jones. Saba, one of the most sought-after teachers of Arabic music, co-founded and directs the New York Arabic Orchestra. Saba has been invited to perform as a soloist for the Hanover Philharmonic, Qatar Philharmonic, Beirut Philharmonic, Zurich Orchestra and East Oakland Bay Symphony, among others.
For questions about music and workshops or private lessons, please contact Bassam Saba: bassamsaba@yahoo.com or call 631-662-5464. For questions about registration, contact Alma Richeh at 617-893-1176 or aricheh@cacboston.org
Cook with CAC! January 30th
Registration for the January CAC cooking class is now closed. All seats are full.
We look forward to seeing you in our next cooking class!
REGISTER HERE
NEW CAC Class! "Arabic Kids Playgroup"
The playgroup will focus on learning the Arabic language through games, songs, story telling and other activities.
The class will create an environment to engage the kids with the language in an attractive way.
The idea is to establish a social and educational experience for kids so they can have a stronger connection with their language and culture through a contemporary method of teaching and learning. Parents are encouraged to be part of the experience!!
Playgroup class starts Sunday, Sept. 14, 2014
Class Time: Sundays 3.30 pm – 5:00 pm.
Registration
$400/ student for fall semester
$750/ student for both fall and spring semesters
For more information or to register, please call 617-893-1175, or contact us at:
aricheh@cacboston.org
NEW! Raks Sharki (Belly Dance) classes With Shadia!
Beginner Level:
Wednesdays: 6.00-7.00 pm
Session I starts: March 5, 12, 19, 26- April 2, 9, 16, 23
Will build a solid foundation in “Raks Sharki” (Belly Dance) through good form, knowledge of music, and movement. Class will end with impromptu dance from steps learned in class but more importantly for the joy of dancing! Elements of the roots of BD will be included in each class.
Bring 3 yard chiffon veil.
Coast: $120/ Session
Register for Beginner Level HERE
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Intermediate Level:
Wednesdays: 7.15-.8.45 pm
Session I starts: March 5, 12, 19, 26- April 2, 9, 16, 23
Review of foundation movements starts each class and then we will move onto putting a dance together (either a loosely structured routine or choreography). Introduction of Arabic rhythms and sagat (finger cymbals) will be introduced. Elements of the roots of BD will be included in each class.
Bring finger cymbals and 3 yd. Chiffon veil .1.5 hours
Coast: $180/ Session
Register for Intermediate Level HERE
Shadia Tohme Biography:
SHADIA has enjoyed a celebrated 40 year career teaching and performing dance in professional settings throughout United States, Canada, South America and Central America. Shadia’s popularity with diverse audiences of Middle Eastern descent comes from her strong foundation and expertise in both folkloric and classical training. ~ Phasing out her dance classes by 2015 so that she can expand on her new online boutique, Shadiacostumedesign.com, these classes present a valuable opportunity to study with an international beloved artist.
"Les Miserables" in Arabic – Coming to Boston Jan. 24, 2014
Egyptian musical theater group, Fabrica, is almost here! On January 19th, their US Northeast tour kicks off in DC, and continues through to the 30th where they will wrap up their travels in Montpelier, VT. Fabrica has translated the Broadway hit, “Les Miserables,” into colloquial Arabic to highlight the thematic similarities between the musical and the current situation in Egypt.
