Negma Workshop Registration Form and Info

One-Day Workshop
hosted by Desert Beats Belly Dance
SEPTEMBER 4, 2016
About Negma
In Arabic, the word Negma means Star which is a literal translation of Negma's Japanese family name. Negma's belly
dance career began 14 years ago at Karima Arabian Dance Co in Tokyo, Japan. Within a year of joining KAD, she
was dancing at events, clubs and restaurants in the Tokyo and Yokohama area. In 2007, Negma moved to
Vancouver and continued performing at various venues around the city. At this time she also began her career
teaching belly dance. In 2009, she moved to Dubai, UAE and studied under Lydia Tzigane - one of Dubai's first and
most famous dancers. While in Dubai, Negma performed regularly at Gulf Ventures Desert Safari, Dubai Drums
desert events and private functions. It was here that Negma also gained a deep understanding of the khaleeji dance
form and was honoured to perform at many Emirati weddings and gatherings. In Dubai, she also continued to teach
private and group students of various levels. In September 2011, Negma returned to Vancouver and co-founded Noor
Dance Co. where she continues to teach and perform at events and restaurants in the area. Her style is graceful and
fluid with strong technique and high artistic integrity. When she dances, she communicates her feelings and passion
to the audience. See her website and videos at: www.negmadance.com
About the Workshops
Tarab (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
This workshop focuses on the concept of Tarab, of how to feel and get lost with the music and express that feeling in
dance. Feeling and expression in dance are so important, and Negma focuses on helping participants learn how to
access Tarab. The quote by Mohamed Shanin below explains the definition of Tarab.
"Tarab is not a style of dance. The definition of Tarab is when reaching the epic moment of a feeling derived
from hearing music whether it instrumental or voice or both together expressing either joy, pain sorrow or
any other intense emotion. The feeling and emotion the listener or dancer as listener gets, ecstasies from
the musical experience are called Tarab."
Modern Khaleeji (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
Negma will be teaching basic technique of modern Khaleeji and combinations that flow nicely together. Based on her
learning and observation while living in Dubai, Negma has a strong understanding of this newer form of Khaleeji,
which she will teach at the workshop. Also she will be lecturing a little bit on the culture behind the khaleeji.
*Please bring a khaleeji thobe if you have one.
Workshops will be held at Dance Saskatchewan Inc. (205 A Pacific Ave., Saskatoon)
www.desertbeatsbellydance.ca
Negma’s Saskatoon Dance Workshop, Sept. 4, 2016
REGISTRATION FORM
First Name: ______________________Last Name: ___________________
Email Address: ________________________________________________
Emergency Contact
Name/relationship: ____________________________________________
Emergency Contact Number: ____________________________________
Waiver
I hereby release and hold harmless Anastasia Vander Most, Victoria Morris, Desert Beats Belly Dance,
Dance Saskatchewan Inc. (DSI), Negma, Hiroe Hoshi, any other teacher and fellow participants from any
liability with respect to injury to me or my property arising out of or connected with my participation in
dance classes taught by Negma, at DSI. I understand that I will be engaging in physical activity which
could, if not undertaken in a reasonable and responsible manner relative to my physical conditioning,
result in personal injury.
Participant Signature: _________________________
Date: __________________
I am registering for:
Tarab Workshop
$70
!
Khaleeji Workshop
$70
!
Full Day Workshop Package
$125
!
Registration Deadline: August 26, 2016.
Payment Amount:__________________ Payment Method:________________
Payment types: Cash, Paypal or Cheque (payable to Anastasia Vander Most or Desert Beats Belly
Dance)
Please return your registration form to Anastasia ([email protected]) or
Victoria ([email protected]), or contact Anastasia to arrange how else to submit
your registration.
www.desertbeatsbellydance.ca