Chalf Hassan and Melanie Norman workshops

Composer and multi-instrumentalist Chalf Hassan and Egyptian dance artist Melanie Norman will be holding a series of Oriental dance workshops in Cardiff at the CMC Sports & Social Club, University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park.

On Sunday 6 September they'll exploring freedom and form in Egyptian dance - technique: steps, strong and fluid hips; relaxing into taqsim with beautiful hands and graceful arms; stylish and flamboyant Cairene combinations and feeling the joy of movement whilst improvising to a song.

On Sunday 29 November there'll be a Baladi dance workshop, learning a characterful and authentic choreography to the popular "Min Hob fik ya Ghari" with "Tahk il Shabaak".

And on Sunday 24 January the workshop covers classical Egyptian dance, with intensive technique and instruction on how to match the music sensitively and with authenticity.

Each workshop runs from 10.30am to 4.30pm and cost £40 per person. Discounts are available for group bookings.

For further information or to book online please visit www.arabquarter.co.uk

Hossam and Serena Ramzy are holding workshops on similar themes at the same venue as previously announced right here - please double check the details of the workshops you're booking to avoid any confusion.