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ONE DAY ONLY!

A workshop for those who want to start their journey into the world of raqs sharqi.

Saturday, June 7th, 2025

10 - 11:30 AM - 1.5 hrs

4901 N Elston in Chicago

Get in where you fit in! 

We will have a great time learning the fundamentals and basic movements of bellydancing while becoming familiar with the lively sounds of Arabic music.

$40 advance registration

$50 day-of/walk-in

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How to Register 

1) Send your payment: Venmo or Paypal.

 

2) Sign the WAIVER

 

You will then receive a confirmation email .

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LIVE DRUM SOLO

PRACTICE & WORKSHOP

WITH

ADAM RIVIERE

Calling ALL Dancers and Drummers!

 

ABOUT THE CLASS:

DANCERS, this is your chance to practice performing to a live drum solo with a percussionist who has played for numerous dancers. Adam will talk about the "recipe" for a drum solo and what to listen for, all the while demonstrating what he means by playing for YOU. Each dancer will have equal time to practice soloing with Mr. Riviere.

DRUMMERS, learn to play what dancers are expecting from you in a classic drum solo. Learn the common rhythms associated with drum solos and how to play riffs that will work for both you and the dancer so you will both look and sound great on stage.

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Weekly Class Dates

Thursday Nights
Class 1: 4/17
Class 2: 5/1
Class 3: 5/15
Class 4: 5/29
 Class 5: 6/5
Class 6: 6/19
Class 7: 6/26
Class 8: 7/3
(Class dates subject to change)
Offerings, Rates, and Times:

1) Mixed Level: Technique & Combos​​

  • 6:30 to 8 PM CST, Thursdays 
  • $37.5 Drop Ins
  • $262.5 advance payment for the 8-week session (one class free!)
​                   This course will teach technique of movement in raqs sharqi and combine skills into                                       movement combinations. This is great for those who have just started their journey and up!
                   If you are a complete beginner, it is recommended you attend a beginner's workshop or                                 schedule some privates with me in advance to get you up to speed before class starts.
 
​                2) ​​​Int/Adv: Technique & Choreo

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    • 8:10 to 9:40 PM CST, Thursdays
    • $262.50 advance payment for the 8-week session 
      • This class is progressive and attendance is by instructor invitation/consultation ONLY. Intermediate/Advanced techniques will be explored and full choreographies will be taught.
      • This is not a drop-in eligible class.
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  •   3) Private Classes: ALL Levels   
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  •       In person and via Zoom. Inquire for rates.
How to Register 
1) Send your payment: Venmo or Paypal.  
2) Sign the
WAIVER.   
You will then receive confirmation email
with class details.
                            Rules and Regs

AccessAll Classes will be in person. Private Lessons are also available via Zoom.

Duration:​ Weekly classes are 1.5 hrs in length.s.
 
Location:​ In-person classes are held on Chicago's northwest side. Address sent with registration.
 
Absence Policy: There are no per-class refunds.
Students who have prepaid for class and have to miss are welcome to send in a video for feedback.
 
Session Duration:​ A full session is 8 weeks of class, not necessarily consecutive.
Any changes in schedule due to holidays, travel, etc., will be announced in advance.
Workshops with Phaedra around the US
and special offerings

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June 7, 2025

ONE DAY ONLY!

A workshop for those who want to start their journey into the world of raqs sharqi.

10 - 11:30 AM - 1.5 hrs

4901 N. Elston, Chicago

Get in where you fit in! 

We will have a great time learning the fundamentals and basic movements of bellydancing while becoming familiar with the lively sounds of Arabic music.

$40 advance registration

$50 day-of/walk-in

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June 21

Marengo, IL

4 PM to 6 PM: Two Dance Workshops

$35

7 PM: Community Dance Show

FREE!

Address: 825 Indian Oaks Trail on the big stage

presented by Beloved Freya

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July 10

Chicago, IL

LIVE DRUM SOLO PRACTICE & WORKSHOP

WITH

ADAM RIVIERE

Calling ALL Dancers and Drummers!

 

Address: 4901 N. Elston, Chicago

Date/Time: Thursday, July 10, 7 to 9 PM

Investment: $45 advance, $50 day-of/walk-in

ABOUT THE CLASS:

DANCERS, this is your chance to practice performing to a live drum solo with a percussionist who has played for numerous dancers. Adam will talk about the "recipe" for a drum solo and what to listen for, all the while demonstrating what he means by playing for YOU. Each dancer will have equal time to practice soloing with Mr. Riviere.

DRUMMERS, learn to play what dancers are expecting from you in a classic drum solo. Learn the common rhythms associated with drum solos and how to play riffs that will work for both you and the dancer so you will both look and sound great on stage.

 

 

ABOUT THE ARTIST:

Adam Riviere has studied music and percussion for over 40 years and has performed and taught the traditional percussion styles of the Middle East and North Africa in major cities of the United States, Germany, and Canada. He has also led classes and been seen on the stages of such well-known dance festivals as Tribal Revolution (later Fusion Evolution), ATS Convention 2020, and has had the honor to work with and accompany dancers such as Kamala Almanzar, Artemis Mourat, and Phaedra Darwish, just to name a few. Adam is the percussionist for the Indianapolis-based Middle Eastern fusion group Indy Raqs and owns and operates a recording/rehearsal studio in Indianapolis called Playground Productions Studio.

 

Hosted by Phaedra Darwish

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November 7-9

Lansing, Mi

 

THE 2025 GREAT LAKES BELLYDANCE CONVENTION!

A full weekend of workshops and shows with your favorite dancers and teachers from the Midwest!

Address: 7501 W. Saginaw Hwy., Lansing, MI

presented by Yasmina Amal

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