The Art of Persian Dance is the first book published to establish a formalized pedagogy which encompasses the foundational principals of Persian dance technique. The Art of Persian Dance provides the structure and vocabulary for teaching a style of dance that has been part of Persian culture for millennia. It details body positions, rules for achieving correct body line, and descriptions and illustrations of the patterns and transitions that define the tech
nique. Shahrzad has spent almost 20 years studying and exploring the depths of aesthetics distinct to Persian culture once the center of the ancient Persian Empire to isolate those elements that define the movements as Persian. Her vast repertoire of original choreography is based on these Persian aesthetics. Her commitment to creating a comprehensive method for teaching this technique, including categorization of movements and positions, and establishing a nomenclature, have made her a pioneer in the dance community.
Shahrzad Dance Company @ Union City Library
Nowruz Celebration
Saturday March 4, 2017, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Please join us for the performance by Shahrzad Dance Company.
The dance piece Rangin-kaman (Rainbow) is a story about peace and dialogue between civilizations. The dance will be performed in the style of classical Persian dance, accompanied by brief narrations between the sections. The program will also include an interactive Persian dance demonstration, and a question & answer session.
Nowruz is the celebration of the New Year (spring equinox) in Afghanistan, Iran and Tajikistan.
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