SAAuk Seasonal Brochure Spr/Sum 2014

SPRING / SUMMER 2014
‘Preserving the traditional,
facilitating the contemporary’
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Contents
Message from the Chief
Performance
Remembering Abba
Deepa Nair Rasiya in Concert The Lords of the Dance
Summer Solstice Festival
The Mango Tree Uday Bhawalkar in Concert
Poetry in Song ft Shaheen Khan
Inner Vision Orchestra
Jyoti Thakar in Concert
Music and Dance to the Masses
Virsa Festival
Funders and Partners
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SAA-uk’s mission is to enrich people’s lives
through engagement and participation
in traditional and contemporary South
Asian music and dance.
Welcome to our brand new ‘flip round brochure’, which I am certain will
inspire you to take part and join us over the Spring and Summer.
2014 to 2015 is a year that we will focus on celebrating ‘Women in the
Arts’, as well as a whole host of diverse Art and Cultural activities on
offer through the 100 day Yorkshire Cultural Festival leading up to the
Tour de France Grand Departé and beyond.
In May we launch our Concert series celebrating Women in the world of
Indian Classical Music with the distinctive vocals of Deepa Nair, closely
followed by the Lords of Dance an exploration of male personality
through dance. But we kick off the whole season by acknowledging
the great contribution to Indian classical music made by the late Ustād
Vilayat Khan through an intimate concert at the National Centre for Early
Music in York featuring UK torch bearer of Indian Classical Music Ustād
Dharambir Singh MBE, the formidable tabla player Pandit Yogesh
Samsi and rising star Kaviraj Singh.
The Summer Solstice Festival 2014, now in its third year, takes place on
21st June 2014 at Holy Trinity Leeds. This is an unforgettable experience
of the very best of Indian Classical Music played from Sunset to Sunrise
in the heart of the City of Leeds. If you have not attended before, then do
not miss out this year. Check out page 8-9 for the line up.
Music and Dance to the Masses is a festival of the rich artistic and
cultural traditions of the South Asian Communities of Leeds and
Yorkshire; from Folk music and dance in the street to classical concerts
from lunch time to twilight. This all takes place between May, June
and July 2014 (see page 12-13)
SAA-uk’s vibrant learning programme culminates in July with end of
year sharing; an opportunity for students to perform for family and
friends in both classical dance and music, I hope you can join us and
show your support for their collective journeys (see page 14)
Bringing the Summer to a close will be our Annual Summer School
2014; a unique opportunity for musicians of all ages, backgrounds
and abilities to immerse themselves in learning and participating in
Indian classical music from Sitar to Tabla with internationally renowned
Ustads, all the way through to singing gurbani, ghazals, geets and
Punjabi songs with vocalist Shaheen Khan
As always, the SAA-uk Board, team and I look forward to welcoming
you personally to the entire offer and getting to know you better.
Keranjeet Kaur Virdee
Chief Executive
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Deepa Nair Rasiya in Concert
MAY 2014
The Lords of the Dance
MAY 2014
Friday 16th May 2014
Time: 7.30pm
Venue: Seven Arts
31A Harrogate Rd, Chapel Allerton,
Leeds LS7 3PD
Tickets: £9 / £5 / £28 Group of 4
£20 Family (2 adults and up to 3
under 16’s) | Only £3.00 for SAA-uk
and YYM student
Reservation and info:
0113 244 5523
Online: ticketsource.co.uk/saauk
Website: www.saa-uk.org
Friday 2nd May 2014
Time: 7.30pm
Venue: Seven Arts
31A Harrogate Rd, Chapel Allerton,
Leeds LS7 3PD
Tickets: £9 / £5 / £28 Group of 4
£20 Family (2 adults and up to 3
under 16’s) | Only £3.00 for SAA-uk
and YYM student
Reservation and info:
0113 244 5523
Online: ticketsource.co.uk/saauk
Website: www.saa-uk.org
Deepa Nair Rasiya launches SAA-uk’s ‘Women in Music’ Concert Series
2014; celebrating the continued contribution women have and are making
to the world of Indian Classical Music. In addition, two Yorkshire Young
Musicians, Jaskiran Kaur and Simran Obhan will share their vocal talents. Deepa is a British Indian singer songwriter born and raised in London. Being
of South Indian parentage, her initiation into Indian music was in the Carnatic
vocal tradition. However, as a teenager growing up in Britain, she studied
and explored Western Classical music, and as a young adult, developed a
deep interest in North Indian Hindustani music, the exploration of which she
continues to date - more recently, under the guidance of her Guru Smt Veena
Sahasrabuddhe (Gwalior Gharana).
Deepa is a performer, recording artiste, a session musician for film and TV, a
composer as well as teacher of Indian Vocal Music. Over the years her vocals
have featured on numerous global music projects notably with legends such
as George Harrison and Pandit Ravi Shankar on their album ‘Chants of India’;
the Café Del Mar and the Buddha Bar series and many more; she has also
sung on major film background scores such as ‘Bride and Prejudice’ and
‘Mistress of Spices’
In 2006, Deepa released her debut solo album, ‘Into the Light’ - her first
production as a fully-fledged Indian composer/songwriter and vocalist. The
album offered a distinctive and unparalleled sound achieved by the skilled
blend of Indian vocals and Western instrumentation.
Deepa’s much- awaited second album is due for release in 2014.
SAA-uk is delighted to welcome London-based Kshetra Dance Company,
artistically directed by Santosh Menon. Santosh trained at the famous
Kalakshetra Academy in Chennai founded by Rukmini Devi Arundale in
January 1936.
For the first time audiences in Leeds will have the rare opportunity to
experience Indian Classical dance by four male dancers; Santosh Menon,
Swarup Menon, Vinod Nair and Vineet Pillai. The dancers will present their
exploration and interpretation of two renowned deities Lord Shiva and Lord
Krishna through their passion of pure Bharatanatyam Dance.
The evening will open with Pushpanjali, a traditional invocation, followed by
three pieces about Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva, concluding with a fastpaced Thillana.
This is one of two concerts dedicated to Men in Dance.
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THE MANGO TREE
Uday Bhawalkar In Concert
Sunday 22nd June 2014
Time: 7.00pm
Venue: Sage Gateshead, NRF Hall
Tickets: £10 (concessions
available)/£25 Family ticket
Box Office
Online: www.thesagegateshead.org
Phone: 0191 443 4661
JUNE 2014
Uday Bhawalkar is a standard bearer for Dhrupad, and a strong force in its
growing recognition and popularity. Trained by Ustad Zia Fariduddin Dagar,
and later under his elder brother, Ustad Zia Mohiuddin Dagar Sahab, Uday
ji is a musician who passionately believes that immersing oneself in the note
of a Rāg, the self disappears and music takes on its own existence; the
principle of ‘darshan’.
We are delighted that Uday Ji joins us this evening to share this passion,
and provides the audience with an opportunity to immerse themselves in
each note that is sung and enjoy a summers evening through one of the
oldest forms of North Indian Classical Music. Uday ji will share the majestic
and subtle nuances of this genre through his own unique style that is deeply
imbedded in rāg ras and bhaav.
Uday will be accompanied by Awad Pratap Balasaheb on pakhavaj, an
instrument with a deep mellow sound, rich harmonics and said to have
been created in 14th Century during the reign of Akbar.
A GEM Arts and Sage Gateshead partnership, supported by SAA-uk
Join Us for an enchanting evening of music, story, dance and shadow. This is a show for everyone and will appeal to all ages.
Step into the world of Musical Arc and enjoy this Indian folk tale featuring kings, demons princesses, magic and love.....
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AURAT - Celebrating Women in the Arts
MAY - July 2014
Saturday 24th May 2014
Dil ki Baatein - Poetry in Song
7.30pm to 9.30pm
Bangladeshi Centre, Roundhay Road. Leeds LS8 5AN
FREE!
SAA-uk is delighted to welcome back Shaheen Khan leading UK
Ghazal and Sufi Singer will be in LEEDS along with Sunil Jadhav on
Harmonium and Alok Verma on Tabla/Dholak for very special event
that marks the end of ‘KHUSHI’; a joint project challenging attitudes
to Mental Health.
‘Music and Dance to the Masses’
MAY - July 2014
‘Music and Dance to the Masses’
brought to you by Leeds’ diverse South Asian Communities
The only way is the Yorkshire way to celebrate arts and culture!
SAA-uk artists and the South Asian creative community are coming together in the
summer months of May, June and July 2014, to share their rich art and cultural practice
with local communities and visitors.
Join us to listen to recitations of original poetry in Urdu and English
followed by compositions by renowned poets all the way through to
classics by Jagjit Singh.
An evening of Poetry, Song and a cup of Chai with family, friends and
fellow music lovers
Thursday 3rd July 2014
Melodious Strings by Jyoti Thakar and
Narinderjit Singh
6.00pm to 8.00pm
Arts@Trinity, Trinity Church, Boar Lane, Leeds LS1 6HW
FREE!
Twilight chill out for visitors, shoppers and city professionals of Leeds,
in the company of Jyoti Thakar a sixth generation sitarist who offers
the astute listener a musical experience culled from centuries-old
family tradition and a life-time of dedicated study.
An evening not to be missed!
Look out for high energy Bhangra Dance, Ras Garba the famous stick dance of Gujarat, Bengali folk
dance and loads more.
Saturday 5th July 2014
Inner Vision Orchestra
Dance in the streets of Leeds, rock to the beat of the Dhol on your way to Harrogate or relax to the
very best of Indian Classical Music across Leeds a city known for its statues, owls and down to
earth friendly people.
Presented by Baluji Shrivastav
7.00pm to 9.00pm
Arts@Trinity, Trinity Church, Boar Lane, Leeds LS1 6HW
FREE!
Presenting an extraordinary group of people who are blind or partially
sighted and have used music to give their lives direction and purpose.
Back by popular demand from their success at the London 2012
Paralympics closing ceremony and 2013 sell out tour. Inner Vision
Orchestra is looking forward to sharing their music and much more
with everyone at the Yorkshire Festival 2014 in the heart of Leeds .
Funded by
Join us for an evening that will transform how you hear music through
this amazing orchestra.
For more information about all these events:
call 0113 244 5523 or visit www.saa.-uk.org
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SAA-uk are injecting colorful flavors to the Yorkshire Cultural Festival, happening all across the region to
mark the Grande Departé of the Tour De France, one of the world’s greatest sporting events.
Where: Leeds City Centre and beyond between 24th May to 5th July 2014
For Schedule and full details check out www.saa-uk.org and
www.leedsinspired.co.uk | #leedsinspired
More info: call SAA-uk on 0113 244 552
Part of WEST YORKSHIRE PLAYHOUSE – OPEN SEASON
JULY 2014
funders
PRINCIPAL FUNDERS:
PROJECT FUNDERS:
EVENT PARTNERS:
SAA-uk’s VIRSA
Festival 2014
Celebrating our Rich Heritage
of Indian Classical Music
thriving in Yorkshire
SAA-uk Music Academies and newly established Yorkshire Indian Music
Youth Ensemble invite you to a two day festival taking place at West Yorkshire
Playhouse - Courtyard Theatre
Friday 25th July 2014
Day 1:
Starts with Dilrubha, Santoor, and Yorkshire Indian Music Youth Ensemble
and brought to a close by maestros of Indian Classical Music
7.00pm to 9.00pm
Saturday 26th July 2014
7.00pm to 9.00pm
Venue: West Yorkshire Playhouse,
Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill,
Leeds, LS2 7UP
Festival Passes
Two day Festival pass £12 standard,
£8 concession and Family pass - £35
One day Festival pass £7 standard and
£ 5 concession and Family pass £20
Box Office: 0113 213 7700
Online: www.wyp.org.uk/what’s-on/
More info : www.saa-uk.org and
www.wyp.org.uk
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One academic year on and all students of the Leeds Indian Music Academy
are ready to invite you all to share in their achievements.
Day 2:
Starts with Sarod, Sitar, Tabla and brought to a close by up and coming
Indian Classical Musicians of the UK
So come along to support and experience the journey that each musician,
listen to over 50 talented children, young people and adults as they present
a series of Rags, Taals on some the worlds most beautiful instruments
popularized by Pt. Ravi Shankar and the Beatles and Missy Elliot.
Inspired to learn? then join us at SAA-uk Summer School (see Learning and
Participation page 4)
For more details of all of SAA-uk’s events, go to www.saa-uk.org
‘An evening that promises to be a
mesmerising musical experience’
SUPPORTERS:
Guru Nanak Nishkam
Sewak Jatha (Leeds)
ATTEND
TAKE
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Learning and Participation
Learning and Participation
KEY FUN FESTIVALS OF SOUTH ASIA
South Asian arts and culture in
schools and communities
North India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, South India and Sri Lanka
Here are just a few festivals and celebrations to put in your diaries and explore over coming year
Ramadan June 28th – July 28th 2014 | Eid al-Fitr (Rojar Eid) July 28th – 30th 2014
All over the world Muslims fast during the month of Ramadan – a period of personal
and spiritual reflection, improvement and devotion. The end of Ramadan - Eid-ulFitr is celebrated with great devotion, with relatives and neighbours gathering to
share the joys of this festival with each other.
Eid al-Adha (Korbani Eid) October 4th – 7th 2014
Eid al-Adha means “Festival of Sacrifice” or “Greater Eid” is an important religious
holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide approximately 70 days after the end of the
month of Ramadan. It also marks the end of the annual Hajj to Mecca.
Suggested workshops: Creating Eid cards, exploring mendhi patterns, Islamic
calligraphy or decorating tiles inspired by geometric patterns.
Diwali 23rd October 2014
This ancient Hindu festival is celebrated every Autumn and is commonly known
as the “festival of lights.” Spiritually it signifies the victory of light over darkness.
Celebrations incorporate the lighting of lanterns, fireworks, prayers, and parties. It’s
a very happy festival, with people decorating their homes, joining together to create
Rangoli and exchanging gifts.
Suggested workshops: Create Rangoli or enjoy Indian dance workshops
Uttarayan and the Indian Kite Festival January 14th 2015
Uttarayan is a highlight of the Hindu festival calendar and marks the day when Winter
begins to turn into Summer, with more sunlight helping crops grow. Many cities
enjoy a two day holiday and organise kite competitions. The idea of flying kites to
celebrate Uttarayan was introduced by Muslims from Persia, but today people of all
faiths and backgrounds gather together to fly kites in Gujarat each January.
Suggested workshops: making, decorating and flying kites!
Holi March 6th 2015 This ancient Hindu festival is commonly known as the “festival of colours” and represents
the arrival of Spring. What better reason to sing, dance, drum and immerse yourself in
vibrant colours and costumes?!
Suggested workshops: Take your pick from dance, music, or colourful arts and
crafts, all with a joyous, celebratory feel to mark the vibrancy of Holi.
Vaisakhi 14th April 2015
Vaisakhi is celebrated across the North Indian subcontinent, particularly by Sikhs in
the Punjab region. For Hindus and Buddhists it is the start of the New Year. It bears
similarity to the Harvest Festival sometimes celebrated in the UK as it marks the
beginning of the Spring harvest, as well as the birth of Khalsa (the collective body of
initiated Sikhs). Celebration can include parties, parades, beautiful arrangements of
flowers, fruits and grains, and in the UK and USA people use this time of year to do
“seva” – selfless, charitable service.
Suggested workshops: Explore Punjabi folk arts such as Gidha Boliyan, or enjoy
season-inspired arts and crafts.
TO BOOK CALL: 0113 244 5523 Email: [email protected]
SAA-uk regularly takes our work into schools and communities
and are keen to explore new ideas and partnerships. We can
create one off workshops, assemblies or longer term projects
that meet your specific needs, whether they have an educational
emphasis or focus on fun and collaboration.
We can offer dance-inspired activities for all age groups that fulfil
the Government’s School PE and Sport Strategy, with emphasis
on supporting, engaging and inspiring all children to participate in
physical activity that is both challenging and enormous fun.
Are you a school or community group looking to engage or
explore the diverse South Asian faiths, Art and cultures? Then
SAA-uk is here to help you.
We have a pool or approved artists that deliver fun bespoke workshops
to your school or group and enrich the learning of your pupils!
1 day visit - 4 x 1hr workshop to specified year group - Cost
£300 per day plus travel
½ day visit - 2 x 1 hr workshops to a specific year group - Cost
£180 per day plus travel
SAA-uk also offers Residencies – please give us a call on
0113 244 5523 or email education@saa-uk to discuss your needs.
This work forms part of our on-going commitment to engaging new
participants and promote the rich South Asian arts that are part of
our UK heritage. We offer music, dance, drama, storytelling and
visual arts workshops delivered by artists who are experts in their
field and experienced at working with people of all ages and abilities.
SAA-uk have a strong background in developing projects with
and for communities, working with community centres, children’s
centres, youth groups, libraries, and older people’s groups.
“The artist included aspects of Indian culture,
PHSE, facial expression and incorporated lots of
hand movements to include wheelchair users”
Teacher at Brooklands School, Dance Workshop
Arts Award
SAA-uk staff are also
trained in the delivery
and support of Arts
Award – inspiring young
people to develop arts
and leadership skills at
five different levels from
ages 5 to 25. Visit www.
artsaward.org.uk for more
details and give us a call
if you want to discuss the
possibility of delivering
this with your school or
community group.
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Learning and Participation
Learning and Participation
SAA-uk’s Natya Utsav 2014
SAA-uk OUT AND ABOUT
Museums at Night
Saturday 17th May
Time: evening – check website for full details
Venue: Thackray Museum, Beckett Street, Leeds LS9 7LN
Tickets: £9 Adult, £5 child, family ticket (2 adults and 2
children) £25, concessions £8, Children under 5 go free.
Further information Tel: 0113 244 4343
www.thackraymedicalmuseum.co.uk
Museums at Night is an annual UK-wide festival which seeks
to encourage visitors into museums, galleries and heritage sites
by throwing their doors open after hours and putting on special
evening events. Join us at the Thackray Medical Museum as
it comes alive with music, arts activities and performances
suitable for all the family, including a special performance by
SAA-uk. Check our website for full details nearer the time.
The Yorkshire Festival and the Grand Depart
Saturday 12th July
Time: 7-9pm
Venue: The Riley Theatre, Northern School of Contemporary Dance,
98 Chapeltown Road, LEEDS LS7 4BH
Tickets: £7 full price £4 concessions (child/OAP/Student/unemployed)
Box Office: 0113 219 3018 Online: Ticketsource.co.uk/saauk
SAA-uk Indian Dance Academy lead tutors Rashmi Sudhir and Aditi Sen invite everyone to
celebrate the achievements of all students age 3.5 years to adults, who have been training in
the art of Bharatanatyam and Kathak Dance for the past academic year.
The evening will be full of rich colourful costumes; ornate jewelry and choreography that will
provide a unique insight to Indian classical dance forms that have originated from North and
South Indian, but are now part of the diverse art and cultural landscape of the UK.
Audiences will have the opportunity to enjoy pure classical Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and
Kathak. Senior Bharatanatyam students have a treat in store for audiences as they push the
language of dance beyond its boundaries to explore the ‘Teen’ years.
This is an evening for parents, friends, and lovers of dance, art and culture to join together for
a Fantastic Event!
April - July 2014
The Yorkshire Festival 2014, 100 days of art and culture to
celebrate the Tour de France, begins on 27th March 2014
leading up to the Grand Depart in Leeds on 6th July 2014. The
arrival of the biggest bike race in the world is being lead by a new
celebration of what we have to offer all over the city and region,
including hundreds of opportunities to delve into a rich variety of
arts and culture – including work from SAA-uk. Look out for us!
Further information: festival.yorkshire.com | www.facebook.com/chapeltownartsfestival
Breeze on Briggate
Saturday 19th July
Venue: Outdoor stage near Debenhams, Briggate, Leeds
Tickets: FREE event
This year’s Breeze Arts Festival (19th-27th July) brings
a variety of events by and for young people to the city
of Leeds. Join SAA-uk’s young dancers as they take to
the stage for Breeze on Briggate – a large stage outside
Debenhams featuring a real variety of young talent. Come
along and support Team SAA-uk!
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Learning and Participation
Learning and Participation
Folk Music and Dance of the Punjab
SAA-uk HULL INDIAN MUSIC ACADEMY
The rich cultural heritage of the Punjab is reflected in its music and dance. This colourful
part of the world is the birthplace of Bhangra – a fusion of lively music and dance. In its
earliest form it was a celebratory folk dance of Vaisakhi, the coming of the Spring.
SAA-uk in partnership with HERCHA
Dhol – get Folky and Funky!
Calling anyone with a passion for percussion - come along and learn to play the Dhol!
When
Tuesday evenings 29th April – 8th July
Classes
Young beginners 6:30-7:15pm
Intermediate: 7:15-8:00pm
Where
Bracken Edge Primary School
Newton Road, LEEDS LS7 4HE
Fees
JUST! £35 per term
Punjabi Geet and Boliyan
Learn a Folk song or Boli or two, and have a go at playing the Dholaki, in this friendly
community group.
Join in us at the Hindu Cultural Centre to develop your musical
skills and appreciation for the fine art of Indian classical music.
When
Term dates:
Monday 28th April –
Monday 23rd June 2014
(no session on 5th May &
26th May)
Where
Hull and East Riding
Hindu Cultural Centre
7 Park Street
HULL HU2 8TA
Time
6.00pm to 8.00pm
Cost
£120 per term per
participant
When
Tuesday evenings 29th April – 8th July
Classes
7pm – 8pm
Where
Bracken Edge Primary School
Newton Road, LEEDS LS7 4HE
Fees
We offer
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Weekly classes in Sitar, Sarod, Santoor and Tabla
Tuition from World Class musicians
Practical interactive learning, theory and music appreciation
Clear structured programme
Performance opportunities
JUST! £25 per term
This group is available for event bookings please contact SAA-uk for more details.
You can find out more at www.saa-uk.org
email [email protected] or call us on 0113 2445523.
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Learning and Participation
SAA-uk LEEDS INDIAN MUSIC AcademY
Developing Skills, raising aspirations, increasing confidence and
sharing cultural values through South Asian Music
We offer
Some of the great benefits learning music through SAA-uk
• Explore Indian classical music and learn to play sitar, sarod, rubab, guitar, dilruba, sarangi, taus,
santoor, tabla and to sing
• Tuition from World Class Musicians
• Classes for a range of abilities and age groups
• Family discounts are available, and some subsidies on request
When
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Develop and unlock your creative potential
Feel empowered to participate in cultural and community activities
Build your self-esteem, confidence and cultural pride through high quality performance opportunities
Develop skills in Teamwork, time management and leadership
Improve concentration stamina and memory
Rules at the Venue
Sunday 27th April – Sunday 20th July 2014 (no session on 4th May & 1st June)
Tobacco, drugs, meat or egg products are NOT permitted on the premises. Heads must be covered; where
comfortable clothing and Jeans are not recommended.
Where
GNNSJ, Punjabi School (second floor), 78 Lady Pit Lane LEEDS LS11 6DP
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION:
Observed practice and
1-2-1 sessions via Skype
are available.
Santoor
Sitar
Learn rhythm and tone on this
beautiful hammered dulcimer from
the mountains of Kashmir - Led
by Ustad Harjinderpal Singh Ji
Learn or expand your knowledge
on the most popular Hindustani
instrument. Led by Ustad
Dharambir Singh
Intermediate
Time: 4.00pm-5.30pm
Fee: £95 per term
Intermediate Class for Children
Time: 4.15pm-5.15pm
Fee: £75 per term
Beginners
Time: 5.30pm-6.30pm
Fee: £75 per term
Beginners
Time: 5.30pm-6.30pm
Fee: £75 per term
Intermediate Class for Adults
Time: 7.30pm-8.30pm
Fee: £75 per term
Bowed Instruments
Explore raag music on a range
of bowed instruments, including
Western instruments such as violin for
more experienced players. Led by
Ustad Surjit Singh
Beginners/Developers
Time: 5.00pm-6.30pm
Fee: £95 per term
Experienced
Time: 6.30pm-8.00pm
Fee: £95 per term
Sarod
Learn how to play this popular,
deeply resonating Hindustani stringed
instrument. More experienced players
are welcome to join with Western
plucked instruments such as guitar.
Led by Sri Arnab Chakrabarty.
Beginners
Time: 4.00pm-5.00pm
Fee: £75 per term
Intermediate
Time: 5.30pm-7.00pm
Fee: £95 per term
Tabla
Try your hand at this universally
loved percussion instrument that
accompanies a range of musical
styles, Led by Ustad Bhupinder
Singh Chaggar
Experienced
Time: 4.00pm-6.30pm
Fee: £95 per term
Intermediate
Time: 4.00pm-6.30pm
Fee: £95 per term
Please contact a SAA-uk
member of staff for
more details.
Free places for
supporting parents and
discounts are available
for additional family
members and those on
low incomes for all
SAA-uk classes.
Please call SAA-uk on
0113 244 5523 or email
[email protected]
for more information
Beginners
Time: 4.00pm-6.30pm
Fee: £95 per term
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Learning and Participation
SAA-uk Indian Dance Academy
Join us every Friday to study Bharatanatyam and Kathak dance. The South
Indian dance of Bharatanatyam combines grace, poise, rhythm and sculptured
movement. Kathak uses delicate body movement, spins and fast footwork to
enhance the fine art of storytelling.
When
Fridays during term time from 2nd May to 18th July (no sessions 30th May and 20th June)
Where
Studios 6 and 7, Northern School of Contemporary Dance
98 Chapeltown Road
Leeds
LS7 4BH
The benefits of participating:
• Explore South Asian arts and culture • Enjoy fun, yet structured classes
• Benefit from body toning, fitness and stamina building
• Make new friends and improve confidence and self-esteem
The advantages of studying dance with SAA-uk:
• Professional tuition from experienced artists and teachers • Ten classes each term
• Classes taught in professional spaces, fully equipped with sprung dance floors
• Our Bharatantayam classes follow ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) syllabi and is
complemented by professional tuition in Carnatic vocals
• Participants have opportunities to perform in professional venues
• Strong policies and procedures for safeguarding children, up to date CRB/DBS checks
• Full public liability insurance
Bharatanatyam Dance and Carnatic Vocals
Kathak Dance
Tutors: Rashmi Sudhir, Rushia Uzmi and Ramya Tangirala
Tutor: Aditi Sen
Tots Bharatanatyam
Level 1 Bharatanatyam
Level 2 Bharatanatyam
Level 4 Bharatanatyam
Kathak for Beginners
Beginners aged 3-5 years
Time: 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Term Fees: £65
Children aged 5+ who have achieved
pre-grade standard
Time: 5.30pm to 7.00pm (1 hour
of dance followed by 30 minutes
vocal training)
Term Fees: £95
Children and young people aged 7+
who have passed Grade 1
Time: 6.00pm to 7.30pm (30 minutes
of vocals followed by 1 hour of dance)
Term Fees: £95
Children and young people aged 10+
who have passed Grade 3
Time: 7.00pm to 8.30pm (30 minutes
of vocals followed by 1 hour of dance)
Term Fees: £95
For 5 years to Adult
Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Term Fees: £65.00 per term
Kathak Intermediate
Adults and young people with some
experience
Time: 8.00pm to 9.00pm
Term Fees: £65 per term
N.B we currently do not have a Level 3 group, but would establish one should enough dancers who have passed Grade 2 approach us
“It increased her socio-cultural understanding. She is now eager to show
her dance skills to her friends which improved her self-confidence”
– parent of Bharatanatyam dance student
You can find out more at www.saa-uk.org
email [email protected] or call us on 0113 2445523.
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YORKSHIRE INDIAN MUSIC
YOUTH ENSEMBLE (YIMYE)
When
6-8pm Thursday evenings 1st May – 10th July
Where
Carr Manor Community School, Carr Manor Road, Leeds LS17 5DJ
Fees
£25 per term (bursaries available)
After a two successful terms, the Yorkshire Indian Music Youth Ensemble continues to offer a unique
ensemble experience to young musicians aged 8-25.
Guided by professional musicians Bhupinder Singh Chaggar and Arnab Chakrabarty, YIMYE focuses on
the study and performance of classical Raags alongside a variety of instruments and musuicans, alongside
encouraging the creation of new music.
If you are a young musician with a level of proficiency equivalent to Grade 3 or more, feel free to get in
touch. Call Maria or Keran on 0113 2445523 or email [email protected]
Learning and Participation
with SAA-uk
Contents
Message from the Maria Spadafora
Learn & Participate SAA-uk Music Summer School
Yorkshire Indian Music Youth Ensemble
Bharatanatyam Dance Academy
Kathak Dance Academy
Indian Music Academy (Leeds)
Folk Music and Dance of the Punjab
Indian Music Academy (Hull)
Natya Utsav- Dance Academy Sharing
SAA-uk Out and About
Festivals of South Asia
SAA-uk in Schools and Communities
Welcome to SAA-uk’s new “flipped” brochure! In this half you’ll find
everything you need to know about learning and engaging with
music, dance and other art forms through SAA-uk. Flip the brochure
over and you’ll find a programme jam-packed with exciting concerts
and performances!
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Whether you’re an absolute beginner or advanced learner, an adult
or child, a school or a community group, there is something for
everyone across the next few pages. And if you want to try a new
activity with no obligation to continue, you are welcome to come
along and give one of our classes a go (we’re pretty sure you’ll want
to come back for more!).
SAA-uk take an holistic approach to learning, giving our students
access to performance opportunities through professional and
community platforms wherever possible. We believe performing your
art, whatever stage of learning you are at, boosts confidence and
inspires others to join in. So please also check out our performance
dates at local events and come along to support our wonderful
students and teachers!
If you ever have any questions or queries feel free to get in touch
by phone on 0113 2445523 or email [email protected] I am
generally in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Maria Spadafora
Community Engagement Officer
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SPRING / SUMMER 2014
Positive Engagement and
Unlocking Creative Potential
www.saa-uk.org