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SUMMARY:Irish Dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your skills in Irish dance with Kate Spanos! Classes will focus primarily on festival style Irish dance technique\, with an emphasis on strength\, control\, musicality\, and stage presence. In a fun and non-competitive environment\, you will learn new steps and choreographies that draw from various Irish step dance styles. \nThe goal of the class series is to promote a holistic understanding of Irish dance and develop strong performers\, well-informed traditional dancers\, and inspired creators. \nThe class is geared toward intermediate/advanced Irish dancers (ages 13+) and will include both soft shoe and hard shoe dancing. If you are not sure if this level is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. New choreography will be introduced every 2-3 weeks. \nClass details: \n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Sep 5 – Dec 18 (15 classes; no class Nov 27)\nTime: 7:30-9 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $320 semester registration (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in\n\n\nAbout festival style:\nFestival style Irish dance is from the Belfast area of Northern Ireland. The style was innovated in the 1930s to 1950s by Patricia Mulholland\, who created an “Irish folk ballet” that focused on expressiveness and musicality in Irish dance. The style has garnered more global attention in recent years through the work of Lauren Smyth\, the first principal dancer in Riverdance to come from the festival tradition. Festival style slip jigs and set dances are much slower than their feis style counterparts\, and dancers pay particular attention to expressing “light and shade” in the music. Grace\, elegance\, and control are key features of this style.  \nOther Irish dance styles include “feis” style (e.g.\, the style promoted by organizations like An Coimisiún and An Comhdháil)\, show style (e.g.\, Riverdance)\, old style step dance\, sean nós dance\, and céilí and set dancing. \nThis class is focused on festival style technique—a style that rarely taught in the United States—but we will take inspiration from various styles to develop a holistic understanding of Irish dance as a rich and multifaceted genre. \nAbout the instructor:\nKate Spanos is a dancer and dance scholar from the DC area with a Ph.D. in dance and performance studies from the University of Maryland and an M.A. in traditional Irish dance performance from the University of Limerick. She has been teaching Irish dance since 1999. She started dancing in 1990 with Laureen O’Neill-James\, ACDRG\, and had a successful competitive career that led her to the World Championships in 2000. She learned to teach under the mentorship of Carmel O’Rourke-Tighe\, ACDRG\, and Maria Oliver\, TCRG. She currently studies festival style with Lauren Smyth from County Down through the Lauren Smyth Academy. For more about Kate\, visit www.thekatespanos.com. \nAbout the program:\nThe Kate Spanos Irish Dance program is for dancers interested in exploring the diversity of Irish dance\, beyond just the competition world\, to gain a holistic understanding of the genre. Classes are strongly rooted in traditional Irish dance techniques but also encourage dancers to develop their own voices as performers and creators. The program emphasizes playfulness while taking seriously the Irish dance tradition and its history. The program is informed by inspirational dancing masters who made significant contributions to the genre from inside and outside of Irish dance’s larger governing bodies (e.g.\, An Coimisiún) over the past century. \nThe program aims to build a community of performers and includes preparation to participate in a robust performance schedule for dancers who are interested.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Samba is one of Brazil’s most recognized dance styles\, full of energy and charisma! Join this weekly in-person samba dance class\, which builds up the fundamentals of technique and groove\, including samba steps\, body isolations\, and hip work. This class will prepare you to perform samba with a live music ensemble.  \nIlheuma Zezeh is a renowned Brazilian samba teacher\, choreographer\, and professional performer. Originally from São Paulo\, Brazil\, Zezeh is a former carnival queen of the Unidos do Peruche samba school located in São Paulo. She has taught and danced professionally for over 30 years in a number of countries including Brazil\, the United States\, and elsewhere. Zezeh’s teaching philosophy explores mental and physical well-being\, self expression\, and positivity.  \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and dance instructors. No auditions required. The dance class meets for 1 hour a week to work on technique\, repertoire\, and performance. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically with the EducArte at Levine percussion ensemble\, if they choose to.  \nNote: Class at Maryland Youth Ballet runs from 7:30-8:30 p.m. After class\, all samba dance students will be invited to join our bateria rehearsal across the street at Levine Music for an opportunity to practice dancing to live music until 9 p.m. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes are available. Register online or pay at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The deadline for Fall 2024 is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact us.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-dance-class-fall24/2024-11-07/
LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
DESCRIPTION:Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band. \nEducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups\, such as Carmelitas\, Céu na Terra\, Cacique de Ramos\, Orquestra Voadora\, Prata Preta\, and Tá Pirando. Classes are also taught by Levine faculty member Christopher Payne\, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion\, orchestral percussion\, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres. \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to. \nPlease see our online bateria demonstration videos here. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes available. Register for the semester ($325) on Levine’s website or purchase a $20 drop-in at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The Fall 2024 deadline is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact Levine student services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686.8000.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class-fall24/2024-11-07/
LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Irish Dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your skills in Irish dance with Kate Spanos! Classes will focus primarily on festival style Irish dance technique\, with an emphasis on strength\, control\, musicality\, and stage presence. In a fun and non-competitive environment\, you will learn new steps and choreographies that draw from various Irish step dance styles. \nThe goal of the class series is to promote a holistic understanding of Irish dance and develop strong performers\, well-informed traditional dancers\, and inspired creators. \nThe class is geared toward intermediate/advanced Irish dancers (ages 13+) and will include both soft shoe and hard shoe dancing. If you are not sure if this level is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. New choreography will be introduced every 2-3 weeks. \nClass details: \n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Sep 5 – Dec 18 (15 classes; no class Nov 27)\nTime: 7:30-9 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $320 semester registration (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in\n\n\nAbout festival style:\nFestival style Irish dance is from the Belfast area of Northern Ireland. The style was innovated in the 1930s to 1950s by Patricia Mulholland\, who created an “Irish folk ballet” that focused on expressiveness and musicality in Irish dance. The style has garnered more global attention in recent years through the work of Lauren Smyth\, the first principal dancer in Riverdance to come from the festival tradition. Festival style slip jigs and set dances are much slower than their feis style counterparts\, and dancers pay particular attention to expressing “light and shade” in the music. Grace\, elegance\, and control are key features of this style.  \nOther Irish dance styles include “feis” style (e.g.\, the style promoted by organizations like An Coimisiún and An Comhdháil)\, show style (e.g.\, Riverdance)\, old style step dance\, sean nós dance\, and céilí and set dancing. \nThis class is focused on festival style technique—a style that rarely taught in the United States—but we will take inspiration from various styles to develop a holistic understanding of Irish dance as a rich and multifaceted genre. \nAbout the instructor:\nKate Spanos is a dancer and dance scholar from the DC area with a Ph.D. in dance and performance studies from the University of Maryland and an M.A. in traditional Irish dance performance from the University of Limerick. She has been teaching Irish dance since 1999. She started dancing in 1990 with Laureen O’Neill-James\, ACDRG\, and had a successful competitive career that led her to the World Championships in 2000. She learned to teach under the mentorship of Carmel O’Rourke-Tighe\, ACDRG\, and Maria Oliver\, TCRG. She currently studies festival style with Lauren Smyth from County Down through the Lauren Smyth Academy. For more about Kate\, visit www.thekatespanos.com. \nAbout the program:\nThe Kate Spanos Irish Dance program is for dancers interested in exploring the diversity of Irish dance\, beyond just the competition world\, to gain a holistic understanding of the genre. Classes are strongly rooted in traditional Irish dance techniques but also encourage dancers to develop their own voices as performers and creators. The program emphasizes playfulness while taking seriously the Irish dance tradition and its history. The program is informed by inspirational dancing masters who made significant contributions to the genre from inside and outside of Irish dance’s larger governing bodies (e.g.\, An Coimisiún) over the past century. \nThe program aims to build a community of performers and includes preparation to participate in a robust performance schedule for dancers who are interested.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Samba is one of Brazil’s most recognized dance styles\, full of energy and charisma! Join this weekly in-person samba dance class\, which builds up the fundamentals of technique and groove\, including samba steps\, body isolations\, and hip work. This class will prepare you to perform samba with a live music ensemble.  \nIlheuma Zezeh is a renowned Brazilian samba teacher\, choreographer\, and professional performer. Originally from São Paulo\, Brazil\, Zezeh is a former carnival queen of the Unidos do Peruche samba school located in São Paulo. She has taught and danced professionally for over 30 years in a number of countries including Brazil\, the United States\, and elsewhere. Zezeh’s teaching philosophy explores mental and physical well-being\, self expression\, and positivity.  \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and dance instructors. No auditions required. The dance class meets for 1 hour a week to work on technique\, repertoire\, and performance. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically with the EducArte at Levine percussion ensemble\, if they choose to.  \nNote: Class at Maryland Youth Ballet runs from 7:30-8:30 p.m. After class\, all samba dance students will be invited to join our bateria rehearsal across the street at Levine Music for an opportunity to practice dancing to live music until 9 p.m. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes are available. Register online or pay at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The deadline for Fall 2024 is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact us.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-dance-class-fall24/2024-11-14/
LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
DESCRIPTION:Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band. \nEducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups\, such as Carmelitas\, Céu na Terra\, Cacique de Ramos\, Orquestra Voadora\, Prata Preta\, and Tá Pirando. Classes are also taught by Levine faculty member Christopher Payne\, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion\, orchestral percussion\, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres. \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to. \nPlease see our online bateria demonstration videos here. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes available. Register for the semester ($325) on Levine’s website or purchase a $20 drop-in at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The Fall 2024 deadline is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact Levine student services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686.8000.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class-fall24/2024-11-14/
LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Bossa nova performance (private event)
DESCRIPTION:Private event. Want to hire us to perform or teach a workshops? Contact us.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/bossa-nova-performance-private-event-2/
CATEGORIES:Concerts & Performances
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SUMMARY:Sarau de Samba at Glen Echo Park
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets »		 \n“Vem Pra Perto da Gente Sambar!” (Come Samba With Us!) — Luiz Carlos Da Vila \n🇺🇸 \nExperience the exuberant and community-centered tradition of samba at EducArte’s Sarau de Samba\, a monthly celebration of Afro-Brazilian culture in the heart of the DMV. Renowned local Brazilian performers Pablo Regis\, André Coelho\, and Ilheuma Zezeh lead the Rio de Janeiro style music and dance event. Samba is an interactive experience and we invite you to join the sarau de samba.  \nSet in the historic Glen Echo Park\, Sarau de Samba features a dynamic ensemble of skilled musicians and dancers\, showcasing the diverse rhythms of samba\, from Golden Age classics and choro to modern pagode and high-energy carnival beats. More than just a performance\, this event invites attendees to become part of the music\, with opportunities to dance\, sing\, and even play instruments alongside the professionals. Short beginner dance lessons will be included in each session. The event is open to people of any skill level\, no partner or instruments required. \nSarau de Samba is presented by the region’s premier Brazilian performing arts presenter EducArte in partnership with Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. Glen Echo Park is a family friendly venue and park that offers free parking and is easily accessible by public transportation. Food and drink are for sale. This family-friendly event offers a welcoming space for all ages and backgrounds to come together. \nJoin us monthly for an afternoon of rhythm\, dance\, and community. Sarau de Samba isn’t just an event; it’s a living\, breathing celebration of Brazilian identity and the unifying power of music. Don’t miss this chance to experience the authentic spirit of Brazil right here in Maryland! \n🇧🇷 \nA EducArte lhe convida para nosso Sarau de Samba\, uma roda de samba mensal que celebra a rica tradição do samba que acontece no coração da região do DMV. A roda é comandada pelos músicos Pablo Regis e André Coelho e dançarina Ilheuma Zezeh. O samba é uma mágica manifestação popular e contamos com você. \nRealizado no histórico centro cultural Glen Echo Park\, o Sarau de Samba reúne músicos\, dançarinos e o público num ambiente amistoso e contagiante.  O evento é aberto a pessoas de qualquer nível de habilidade\, sem necessidade de trazer um parceiro de dança ou instrumentos. \nSarau de Samba é apresentado pela produtora EducArte em parceria com o Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. O Glen Echo Park é um parque histórico e um ambiente excelente para famílias. Glen Echo Park oferece estacionamento  gratuito e é de fácil acesso por transporte público. Comidas e bebidas estão à venda. \nJunte-se a nós mensalmente para uma tarde de música\, dança e comunidade que celebra nossas tradições e o poder da música em nos unir. \nEvent details:\n\nLocation: Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park (see map)\nTickets: $15 adults (pay now or at the door)\, $10 teens / $5 children under 12 (pay at the door)\nAges: All ages are welcome\nParking: A free parking lot for Glen Echo Park is located just off MacArthur Boulevard on Oxford Road (5801 Oxford Road\, Glen Echo\, MD 20812)\, across from the Glen Echo Shopping Center. From the parking lot\, follow the foot-bridge across the Minnehaha Creek to enter the Park.\nPublic transportation: See options here
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sarau-de-samba-at-glen-echo-park-nov17/
LOCATION:Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park\, 7300 MacArthur Blvd\, Glen Echo\, 20812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Saraus de Samba
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SUMMARY:Irish Dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your skills in Irish dance with Kate Spanos! Classes will focus primarily on festival style Irish dance technique\, with an emphasis on strength\, control\, musicality\, and stage presence. In a fun and non-competitive environment\, you will learn new steps and choreographies that draw from various Irish step dance styles. \nThe goal of the class series is to promote a holistic understanding of Irish dance and develop strong performers\, well-informed traditional dancers\, and inspired creators. \nThe class is geared toward intermediate/advanced Irish dancers (ages 13+) and will include both soft shoe and hard shoe dancing. If you are not sure if this level is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. New choreography will be introduced every 2-3 weeks. \nClass details: \n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Sep 5 – Dec 18 (15 classes; no class Nov 27)\nTime: 7:30-9 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $320 semester registration (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in\n\n\nAbout festival style:\nFestival style Irish dance is from the Belfast area of Northern Ireland. The style was innovated in the 1930s to 1950s by Patricia Mulholland\, who created an “Irish folk ballet” that focused on expressiveness and musicality in Irish dance. The style has garnered more global attention in recent years through the work of Lauren Smyth\, the first principal dancer in Riverdance to come from the festival tradition. Festival style slip jigs and set dances are much slower than their feis style counterparts\, and dancers pay particular attention to expressing “light and shade” in the music. Grace\, elegance\, and control are key features of this style.  \nOther Irish dance styles include “feis” style (e.g.\, the style promoted by organizations like An Coimisiún and An Comhdháil)\, show style (e.g.\, Riverdance)\, old style step dance\, sean nós dance\, and céilí and set dancing. \nThis class is focused on festival style technique—a style that rarely taught in the United States—but we will take inspiration from various styles to develop a holistic understanding of Irish dance as a rich and multifaceted genre. \nAbout the instructor:\nKate Spanos is a dancer and dance scholar from the DC area with a Ph.D. in dance and performance studies from the University of Maryland and an M.A. in traditional Irish dance performance from the University of Limerick. She has been teaching Irish dance since 1999. She started dancing in 1990 with Laureen O’Neill-James\, ACDRG\, and had a successful competitive career that led her to the World Championships in 2000. She learned to teach under the mentorship of Carmel O’Rourke-Tighe\, ACDRG\, and Maria Oliver\, TCRG. She currently studies festival style with Lauren Smyth from County Down through the Lauren Smyth Academy. For more about Kate\, visit www.thekatespanos.com. \nAbout the program:\nThe Kate Spanos Irish Dance program is for dancers interested in exploring the diversity of Irish dance\, beyond just the competition world\, to gain a holistic understanding of the genre. Classes are strongly rooted in traditional Irish dance techniques but also encourage dancers to develop their own voices as performers and creators. The program emphasizes playfulness while taking seriously the Irish dance tradition and its history. The program is informed by inspirational dancing masters who made significant contributions to the genre from inside and outside of Irish dance’s larger governing bodies (e.g.\, An Coimisiún) over the past century. \nThe program aims to build a community of performers and includes preparation to participate in a robust performance schedule for dancers who are interested.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2024-11-20/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Samba is one of Brazil’s most recognized dance styles\, full of energy and charisma! Join this weekly in-person samba dance class\, which builds up the fundamentals of technique and groove\, including samba steps\, body isolations\, and hip work. This class will prepare you to perform samba with a live music ensemble.  \nIlheuma Zezeh is a renowned Brazilian samba teacher\, choreographer\, and professional performer. Originally from São Paulo\, Brazil\, Zezeh is a former carnival queen of the Unidos do Peruche samba school located in São Paulo. She has taught and danced professionally for over 30 years in a number of countries including Brazil\, the United States\, and elsewhere. Zezeh’s teaching philosophy explores mental and physical well-being\, self expression\, and positivity.  \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and dance instructors. No auditions required. The dance class meets for 1 hour a week to work on technique\, repertoire\, and performance. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically with the EducArte at Levine percussion ensemble\, if they choose to.  \nNote: Class at Maryland Youth Ballet runs from 7:30-8:30 p.m. After class\, all samba dance students will be invited to join our bateria rehearsal across the street at Levine Music for an opportunity to practice dancing to live music until 9 p.m. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes are available. Register online or pay at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The deadline for Fall 2024 is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact us.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-dance-class-fall24/2024-11-21/
LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T210000
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SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
DESCRIPTION:Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band. \nEducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups\, such as Carmelitas\, Céu na Terra\, Cacique de Ramos\, Orquestra Voadora\, Prata Preta\, and Tá Pirando. Classes are also taught by Levine faculty member Christopher Payne\, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion\, orchestral percussion\, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres. \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to. \nPlease see our online bateria demonstration videos here. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes available. Register for the semester ($325) on Levine’s website or purchase a $20 drop-in at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The Fall 2024 deadline is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact Levine student services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686.8000.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class-fall24/2024-11-21/
LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
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SUMMARY:Irish Dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your skills in Irish dance with Kate Spanos! Classes will focus primarily on festival style Irish dance technique\, with an emphasis on strength\, control\, musicality\, and stage presence. In a fun and non-competitive environment\, you will learn new steps and choreographies that draw from various Irish step dance styles. \nThe goal of the class series is to promote a holistic understanding of Irish dance and develop strong performers\, well-informed traditional dancers\, and inspired creators. \nThe class is geared toward intermediate/advanced Irish dancers (ages 13+) and will include both soft shoe and hard shoe dancing. If you are not sure if this level is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. New choreography will be introduced every 2-3 weeks. \nClass details: \n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Sep 5 – Dec 18 (15 classes; no class Nov 27)\nTime: 7:30-9 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $320 semester registration (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in\n\n\nAbout festival style:\nFestival style Irish dance is from the Belfast area of Northern Ireland. The style was innovated in the 1930s to 1950s by Patricia Mulholland\, who created an “Irish folk ballet” that focused on expressiveness and musicality in Irish dance. The style has garnered more global attention in recent years through the work of Lauren Smyth\, the first principal dancer in Riverdance to come from the festival tradition. Festival style slip jigs and set dances are much slower than their feis style counterparts\, and dancers pay particular attention to expressing “light and shade” in the music. Grace\, elegance\, and control are key features of this style.  \nOther Irish dance styles include “feis” style (e.g.\, the style promoted by organizations like An Coimisiún and An Comhdháil)\, show style (e.g.\, Riverdance)\, old style step dance\, sean nós dance\, and céilí and set dancing. \nThis class is focused on festival style technique—a style that rarely taught in the United States—but we will take inspiration from various styles to develop a holistic understanding of Irish dance as a rich and multifaceted genre. \nAbout the instructor:\nKate Spanos is a dancer and dance scholar from the DC area with a Ph.D. in dance and performance studies from the University of Maryland and an M.A. in traditional Irish dance performance from the University of Limerick. She has been teaching Irish dance since 1999. She started dancing in 1990 with Laureen O’Neill-James\, ACDRG\, and had a successful competitive career that led her to the World Championships in 2000. She learned to teach under the mentorship of Carmel O’Rourke-Tighe\, ACDRG\, and Maria Oliver\, TCRG. She currently studies festival style with Lauren Smyth from County Down through the Lauren Smyth Academy. For more about Kate\, visit www.thekatespanos.com. \nAbout the program:\nThe Kate Spanos Irish Dance program is for dancers interested in exploring the diversity of Irish dance\, beyond just the competition world\, to gain a holistic understanding of the genre. Classes are strongly rooted in traditional Irish dance techniques but also encourage dancers to develop their own voices as performers and creators. The program emphasizes playfulness while taking seriously the Irish dance tradition and its history. The program is informed by inspirational dancing masters who made significant contributions to the genre from inside and outside of Irish dance’s larger governing bodies (e.g.\, An Coimisiún) over the past century. \nThe program aims to build a community of performers and includes preparation to participate in a robust performance schedule for dancers who are interested.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2024-12-04/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142140Z
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SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Samba is one of Brazil’s most recognized dance styles\, full of energy and charisma! Join this weekly in-person samba dance class\, which builds up the fundamentals of technique and groove\, including samba steps\, body isolations\, and hip work. This class will prepare you to perform samba with a live music ensemble.  \nIlheuma Zezeh is a renowned Brazilian samba teacher\, choreographer\, and professional performer. Originally from São Paulo\, Brazil\, Zezeh is a former carnival queen of the Unidos do Peruche samba school located in São Paulo. She has taught and danced professionally for over 30 years in a number of countries including Brazil\, the United States\, and elsewhere. Zezeh’s teaching philosophy explores mental and physical well-being\, self expression\, and positivity.  \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and dance instructors. No auditions required. The dance class meets for 1 hour a week to work on technique\, repertoire\, and performance. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically with the EducArte at Levine percussion ensemble\, if they choose to.  \nNote: Class at Maryland Youth Ballet runs from 7:30-8:30 p.m. After class\, all samba dance students will be invited to join our bateria rehearsal across the street at Levine Music for an opportunity to practice dancing to live music until 9 p.m. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes are available. Register online or pay at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The deadline for Fall 2024 is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact us.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-dance-class-fall24/2024-12-05/
LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T210000
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SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
DESCRIPTION:Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band. \nEducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups\, such as Carmelitas\, Céu na Terra\, Cacique de Ramos\, Orquestra Voadora\, Prata Preta\, and Tá Pirando. Classes are also taught by Levine faculty member Christopher Payne\, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion\, orchestral percussion\, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres. \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to. \nPlease see our online bateria demonstration videos here. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes available. Register for the semester ($325) on Levine’s website or purchase a $20 drop-in at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The Fall 2024 deadline is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact Levine student services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686.8000.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class-fall24/2024-12-05/
LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T131651Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your skills in Irish dance with Kate Spanos! Classes will focus primarily on festival style Irish dance technique\, with an emphasis on strength\, control\, musicality\, and stage presence. In a fun and non-competitive environment\, you will learn new steps and choreographies that draw from various Irish step dance styles. \nThe goal of the class series is to promote a holistic understanding of Irish dance and develop strong performers\, well-informed traditional dancers\, and inspired creators. \nThe class is geared toward intermediate/advanced Irish dancers (ages 13+) and will include both soft shoe and hard shoe dancing. If you are not sure if this level is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. New choreography will be introduced every 2-3 weeks. \nClass details: \n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Sep 5 – Dec 18 (15 classes; no class Nov 27)\nTime: 7:30-9 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $320 semester registration (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in\n\n\nAbout festival style:\nFestival style Irish dance is from the Belfast area of Northern Ireland. The style was innovated in the 1930s to 1950s by Patricia Mulholland\, who created an “Irish folk ballet” that focused on expressiveness and musicality in Irish dance. The style has garnered more global attention in recent years through the work of Lauren Smyth\, the first principal dancer in Riverdance to come from the festival tradition. Festival style slip jigs and set dances are much slower than their feis style counterparts\, and dancers pay particular attention to expressing “light and shade” in the music. Grace\, elegance\, and control are key features of this style.  \nOther Irish dance styles include “feis” style (e.g.\, the style promoted by organizations like An Coimisiún and An Comhdháil)\, show style (e.g.\, Riverdance)\, old style step dance\, sean nós dance\, and céilí and set dancing. \nThis class is focused on festival style technique—a style that rarely taught in the United States—but we will take inspiration from various styles to develop a holistic understanding of Irish dance as a rich and multifaceted genre. \nAbout the instructor:\nKate Spanos is a dancer and dance scholar from the DC area with a Ph.D. in dance and performance studies from the University of Maryland and an M.A. in traditional Irish dance performance from the University of Limerick. She has been teaching Irish dance since 1999. She started dancing in 1990 with Laureen O’Neill-James\, ACDRG\, and had a successful competitive career that led her to the World Championships in 2000. She learned to teach under the mentorship of Carmel O’Rourke-Tighe\, ACDRG\, and Maria Oliver\, TCRG. She currently studies festival style with Lauren Smyth from County Down through the Lauren Smyth Academy. For more about Kate\, visit www.thekatespanos.com. \nAbout the program:\nThe Kate Spanos Irish Dance program is for dancers interested in exploring the diversity of Irish dance\, beyond just the competition world\, to gain a holistic understanding of the genre. Classes are strongly rooted in traditional Irish dance techniques but also encourage dancers to develop their own voices as performers and creators. The program emphasizes playfulness while taking seriously the Irish dance tradition and its history. The program is informed by inspirational dancing masters who made significant contributions to the genre from inside and outside of Irish dance’s larger governing bodies (e.g.\, An Coimisiún) over the past century. \nThe program aims to build a community of performers and includes preparation to participate in a robust performance schedule for dancers who are interested.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2024-12-11/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20240625T192653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142140Z
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SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Samba is one of Brazil’s most recognized dance styles\, full of energy and charisma! Join this weekly in-person samba dance class\, which builds up the fundamentals of technique and groove\, including samba steps\, body isolations\, and hip work. This class will prepare you to perform samba with a live music ensemble.  \nIlheuma Zezeh is a renowned Brazilian samba teacher\, choreographer\, and professional performer. Originally from São Paulo\, Brazil\, Zezeh is a former carnival queen of the Unidos do Peruche samba school located in São Paulo. She has taught and danced professionally for over 30 years in a number of countries including Brazil\, the United States\, and elsewhere. Zezeh’s teaching philosophy explores mental and physical well-being\, self expression\, and positivity.  \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and dance instructors. No auditions required. The dance class meets for 1 hour a week to work on technique\, repertoire\, and performance. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically with the EducArte at Levine percussion ensemble\, if they choose to.  \nNote: Class at Maryland Youth Ballet runs from 7:30-8:30 p.m. After class\, all samba dance students will be invited to join our bateria rehearsal across the street at Levine Music for an opportunity to practice dancing to live music until 9 p.m. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes are available. Register online or pay at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The deadline for Fall 2024 is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact us.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-dance-class-fall24/2024-12-12/
LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20240625T193031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T163646Z
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SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
DESCRIPTION:Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band. \nEducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups\, such as Carmelitas\, Céu na Terra\, Cacique de Ramos\, Orquestra Voadora\, Prata Preta\, and Tá Pirando. Classes are also taught by Levine faculty member Christopher Payne\, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion\, orchestral percussion\, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres. \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to. \nPlease see our online bateria demonstration videos here. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes available. Register for the semester ($325) on Levine’s website or purchase a $20 drop-in at the door. \nLimited scholarships are also available to students in need. Please fill out this form to be considered for a scholarship. The Fall 2024 deadline is Thursday\, August 29. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact Levine student services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686.8000.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class-fall24/2024-12-12/
LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Workshops & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20240705T134258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T131651Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your skills in Irish dance with Kate Spanos! Classes will focus primarily on festival style Irish dance technique\, with an emphasis on strength\, control\, musicality\, and stage presence. In a fun and non-competitive environment\, you will learn new steps and choreographies that draw from various Irish step dance styles. \nThe goal of the class series is to promote a holistic understanding of Irish dance and develop strong performers\, well-informed traditional dancers\, and inspired creators. \nThe class is geared toward intermediate/advanced Irish dancers (ages 13+) and will include both soft shoe and hard shoe dancing. If you are not sure if this level is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. New choreography will be introduced every 2-3 weeks. \nClass details: \n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Sep 5 – Dec 18 (15 classes; no class Nov 27)\nTime: 7:30-9 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $320 semester registration (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in\n\n\nAbout festival style:\nFestival style Irish dance is from the Belfast area of Northern Ireland. The style was innovated in the 1930s to 1950s by Patricia Mulholland\, who created an “Irish folk ballet” that focused on expressiveness and musicality in Irish dance. The style has garnered more global attention in recent years through the work of Lauren Smyth\, the first principal dancer in Riverdance to come from the festival tradition. Festival style slip jigs and set dances are much slower than their feis style counterparts\, and dancers pay particular attention to expressing “light and shade” in the music. Grace\, elegance\, and control are key features of this style.  \nOther Irish dance styles include “feis” style (e.g.\, the style promoted by organizations like An Coimisiún and An Comhdháil)\, show style (e.g.\, Riverdance)\, old style step dance\, sean nós dance\, and céilí and set dancing. \nThis class is focused on festival style technique—a style that rarely taught in the United States—but we will take inspiration from various styles to develop a holistic understanding of Irish dance as a rich and multifaceted genre. \nAbout the instructor:\nKate Spanos is a dancer and dance scholar from the DC area with a Ph.D. in dance and performance studies from the University of Maryland and an M.A. in traditional Irish dance performance from the University of Limerick. She has been teaching Irish dance since 1999. She started dancing in 1990 with Laureen O’Neill-James\, ACDRG\, and had a successful competitive career that led her to the World Championships in 2000. She learned to teach under the mentorship of Carmel O’Rourke-Tighe\, ACDRG\, and Maria Oliver\, TCRG. She currently studies festival style with Lauren Smyth from County Down through the Lauren Smyth Academy. For more about Kate\, visit www.thekatespanos.com. \nAbout the program:\nThe Kate Spanos Irish Dance program is for dancers interested in exploring the diversity of Irish dance\, beyond just the competition world\, to gain a holistic understanding of the genre. Classes are strongly rooted in traditional Irish dance techniques but also encourage dancers to develop their own voices as performers and creators. The program emphasizes playfulness while taking seriously the Irish dance tradition and its history. The program is informed by inspirational dancing masters who made significant contributions to the genre from inside and outside of Irish dance’s larger governing bodies (e.g.\, An Coimisiún) over the past century. \nThe program aims to build a community of performers and includes preparation to participate in a robust performance schedule for dancers who are interested.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2024-12-18/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241125T150823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T150823Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday performance (private event)
DESCRIPTION:Private event. Want to hire us to perform or teach a workshop? Contact us.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/holiday-performance-private-event-3/
CATEGORIES:Concerts & Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241122T175558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T202003Z
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SUMMARY:Sean nós Irish dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your musicality and make some noise with Kate Spanos! This sean nós dance class for beginner dancers (all are welcome!) introduces this musical and expressive Irish dance style. Sean nós\, meaning “old style” in Irish\, originates from the Connemara region of Ireland and is characterized by its improvisational nature and close connection to the music. In this class\, students will learn: \n\nThe fundamental techniques of sean nós\, including close-to-the-floor stepping and relaxed upper body\nBasic improvisation skills to develop one’s own style and percussive voice\nHow to develop a playful and creative conversation with the music\, musicians\, and other dancers through this form\n\nThe class is geared toward beginner dancers (ages 13+). Leather-soled (non-stick) shoes are recommended. If you are not sure if this class is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. \n\nClass details\n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Jan 15 – May 21 (18 classes; no class Mar 19)\nTime: 6:30-7:30 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $342 semester registration for 18 classes (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sean-nos-irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T210000
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SUMMARY:Irish step dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your skills in Irish dance with Kate Spanos! These Irish step dance classes will focus primarily on festival style technique\, with an emphasis on strength\, control\, musicality\, and stage presence. In a fun and non-competitive environment\, you will learn new steps and choreographies that draw from various Irish step dance styles. \nThe goal of the class series is to promote a holistic understanding of Irish dance and develop strong performers\, well-informed traditional dancers\, and inspired creators. \nThe class is geared toward intermediate/advanced Irish dancers (ages 13+) and will include both soft shoe and hard shoe dancing. New choreography will be introduced every 2-3 weeks. If you are not sure if this level is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. 2-class packages are also available for those wishing to take both sean nós and step dance classes. \n\nClass details\n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Jan 15 – May 21 (18 classes; no class Mar 19)\nTime: 7:30-9 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $342 semester registration for 18 classes (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-step-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241211T180517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173230Z
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SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Samba is one of Brazil’s most recognized dance styles\, full of energy and charisma! Join this weekly in-person samba dance class\, which builds up the fundamentals of technique and groove\, including samba steps\, body isolations\, and hip work. This class will prepare you to perform samba with a live music ensemble.  \nClasses are taught by Mariana Triginelli\, who was born and raised in Minas Gerais\, Brazil\, and has been immersed in samba since the age of six. Her love for samba and Brazilian Carnival runs deep\, fueling her lifelong passion for dance. Over the years\, she has refined her skills through workshops with renowned samba instructors\, including Natalia Moreno and Preta Nascimento. Mariana brings her vibrant energy and cultural pride to every class\, making samba not just a dance\, but an exciting and transformative experience for her students. \nEducArte welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and dance instructors. No auditions required. The dance class meets for 1 hour a week to work on technique\, repertoire\, and performance. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically\, if they choose to.  \n\nRegistration:\nRegister for the full semester (January 16 – June 5) or a 4-week or 6-week session\, or purchase a drop-in. Registration is also available at the door. \nRegister Now \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact us.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-no-pe-dance-class-spring25/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241211T180137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183530Z
UID:10000619-1737055800-1737061200@www.educarteinc.org
SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
DESCRIPTION:Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band. \nEducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups\, such as Carmelitas\, Céu na Terra\, Cacique de Ramos\, Orquestra Voadora\, Prata Preta\, and Tá Pirando. Classes are also taught by Levine faculty member Christopher Payne\, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion\, orchestral percussion\, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres. \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to. \nPlease see our online bateria demonstration videos here. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes are available. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact Levine student services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686.8000.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241122T175558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T202003Z
UID:10000543-1737570600-1737574200@www.educarteinc.org
SUMMARY:Sean nós Irish dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your musicality and make some noise with Kate Spanos! This sean nós dance class for beginner dancers (all are welcome!) introduces this musical and expressive Irish dance style. Sean nós\, meaning “old style” in Irish\, originates from the Connemara region of Ireland and is characterized by its improvisational nature and close connection to the music. In this class\, students will learn: \n\nThe fundamental techniques of sean nós\, including close-to-the-floor stepping and relaxed upper body\nBasic improvisation skills to develop one’s own style and percussive voice\nHow to develop a playful and creative conversation with the music\, musicians\, and other dancers through this form\n\nThe class is geared toward beginner dancers (ages 13+). Leather-soled (non-stick) shoes are recommended. If you are not sure if this class is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. \n\nClass details\n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Jan 15 – May 21 (18 classes; no class Mar 19)\nTime: 6:30-7:30 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $342 semester registration for 18 classes (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sean-nos-irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-22/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241122T181216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T042707Z
UID:10000594-1737574200-1737579600@www.educarteinc.org
SUMMARY:Irish step dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your skills in Irish dance with Kate Spanos! These Irish step dance classes will focus primarily on festival style technique\, with an emphasis on strength\, control\, musicality\, and stage presence. In a fun and non-competitive environment\, you will learn new steps and choreographies that draw from various Irish step dance styles. \nThe goal of the class series is to promote a holistic understanding of Irish dance and develop strong performers\, well-informed traditional dancers\, and inspired creators. \nThe class is geared toward intermediate/advanced Irish dancers (ages 13+) and will include both soft shoe and hard shoe dancing. New choreography will be introduced every 2-3 weeks. If you are not sure if this level is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. 2-class packages are also available for those wishing to take both sean nós and step dance classes. \n\nClass details\n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Jan 15 – May 21 (18 classes; no class Mar 19)\nTime: 7:30-9 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $342 semester registration for 18 classes (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-step-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-22/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241211T180517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173230Z
UID:10000639-1737660600-1737664200@www.educarteinc.org
SUMMARY:Brazilian Samba no Pé Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Samba is one of Brazil’s most recognized dance styles\, full of energy and charisma! Join this weekly in-person samba dance class\, which builds up the fundamentals of technique and groove\, including samba steps\, body isolations\, and hip work. This class will prepare you to perform samba with a live music ensemble.  \nClasses are taught by Mariana Triginelli\, who was born and raised in Minas Gerais\, Brazil\, and has been immersed in samba since the age of six. Her love for samba and Brazilian Carnival runs deep\, fueling her lifelong passion for dance. Over the years\, she has refined her skills through workshops with renowned samba instructors\, including Natalia Moreno and Preta Nascimento. Mariana brings her vibrant energy and cultural pride to every class\, making samba not just a dance\, but an exciting and transformative experience for her students. \nEducArte welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and dance instructors. No auditions required. The dance class meets for 1 hour a week to work on technique\, repertoire\, and performance. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically\, if they choose to.  \n\nRegistration:\nRegister for the full semester (January 16 – June 5) or a 4-week or 6-week session\, or purchase a drop-in. Registration is also available at the door. \nRegister Now \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact us.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/brazilian-samba-no-pe-dance-class-spring25/2025-01-23/
LOCATION:Maryland Youth Ballet\, 926 Ellsworth Dr.\, Silver Spring\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Dance Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241211T180137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183530Z
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SUMMARY:EducArte at Levine: Brazilian Bateria Samba Drumming Class
DESCRIPTION:Have you been mesmerized by the energy and cohesion of the carnival street percussion groups of Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil? Join this weekly Brazilian bateria class to learn the fundamentals of samba percussion technique and repertoire. A bateria is the percussion ensemble driving the groove of the whole samba band. \nEducArte’s percussion director and Rio de Janeiro native André Coelho leads the bateria classes. André has played in many carnival groups\, such as Carmelitas\, Céu na Terra\, Cacique de Ramos\, Orquestra Voadora\, Prata Preta\, and Tá Pirando. Classes are also taught by Levine faculty member Christopher Payne\, a multi-faceted drummer and percussionist who fuses ethnic hand percussion\, orchestral percussion\, and drum set to create music across a multitude of genres. \nEducArte at Levine welcomes all levels\, from beginners to advanced\, semi-professionals\, and music teachers. No auditions are required. The bateria class meets for 1.5 hours a week to work on technique and repertoire and to rehearse for group performances. All students will have the opportunity to perform periodically if they choose to. \nPlease see our online bateria demonstration videos here. \n\nRegistration\nSemester tuition and drop-in classes are available. \nQuestions about payments or registration? Contact Levine student services at sservices@levinemusic.org or (202) 686.8000.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/educarte-at-levine-brazilian-bateria-samba-drumming-class/2025-01-23/
LOCATION:Levine Music (Silver Spring campus)\, 900 Wayne Ave 2nd floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazilian Percussion Class Series,Featured,Workshops & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="EducArte":MAILTO:educarte@educarteinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241031T133207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T152049Z
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SUMMARY:Sarau de Samba at Glen Echo Park
DESCRIPTION:Buy Tickets »				 \n“Vem Pra Perto da Gente Sambar!” (Come Samba With Us!) — Luiz Carlos Da Vila \n🇺🇸 \nExperience the exuberant and community-centered tradition of samba at EducArte’s Sarau de Samba\, a monthly celebration of Afro-Brazilian culture in the heart of the DMV. Renowned local Brazilian performers Pablo Regis\, André Coelho\, and Ilheuma Zezeh lead the Rio de Janeiro style music and dance event. Samba is an interactive experience and we invite you to join the sarau de samba.  \nSet in the historic Glen Echo Park\, Sarau de Samba features a dynamic ensemble of skilled musicians and dancers\, showcasing the diverse rhythms of samba\, from Golden Age classics and choro to modern pagode and high-energy carnival beats. More than just a performance\, this event invites attendees to become part of the music\, with opportunities to dance\, sing\, and even play instruments alongside the professionals. Each session starts with a beginner dance lesson. The event is open to people of any skill level\, no partner or instruments required. \nSarau de Samba is presented by the region’s premier Brazilian performing arts presenter EducArte in partnership with Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. Glen Echo Park is a family friendly venue and park that offers free parking and is easily accessible by public transportation. Food and drink are for sale. This family-friendly event offers a welcoming space for all ages and backgrounds to come together. \nJoin us monthly for an afternoon of rhythm\, dance\, and community. Sarau de Samba isn’t just an event; it’s a living\, breathing celebration of Brazilian identity and the unifying power of music. Don’t miss this chance to experience the authentic spirit of Brazil right here in Maryland! \n🇧🇷 \nA EducArte lhe convida para nosso Sarau de Samba\, uma roda de samba mensal que celebra a rica tradição do samba que acontece no coração da região do DMV. A roda é comandada pelos músicos Pablo Regis e André Coelho e dançarina Ilheuma Zezeh. O samba é uma mágica manifestação popular e contamos com você. \nRealizado no histórico centro cultural Glen Echo Park\, o Sarau de Samba reúne músicos\, dançarinos e o público num ambiente amistoso e contagiante.  O evento é aberto a pessoas de qualquer nível de habilidade\, sem necessidade de trazer um parceiro de dança ou instrumentos. \nSarau de Samba é apresentado pela produtora EducArte em parceria com o Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. O Glen Echo Park é um parque histórico e um ambiente excelente para famílias. Glen Echo Park oferece estacionamento  gratuito e é de fácil acesso por transporte público. Comidas e bebidas estão à venda. \nJunte-se a nós mensalmente para uma tarde de música\, dança e comunidade que celebra nossas tradições e o poder da música em nos unir. \nEvent details:\n\nLocation: Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park\nTickets: $15 adults (pay now or at the door)\, $10 teens / $5 children under 12 (pay at the door)\nSchedule: 2 p.m. beginner dance lesson; 2:30-5:00 p.m. live music\nAges: All ages are welcome\nParking: A free parking lot for Glen Echo Park is located just off MacArthur Boulevard on Oxford Road (5801 Oxford Road\, Glen Echo\, MD 20812)\, across from the Glen Echo Shopping Center. From the parking lot\, follow the foot-bridge across the Minnehaha Creek to enter the Park.\nPublic transportation: See options here.\nAccessibility: Glen Echo Park has plenty of accessible parking spots available at both the main parking lot and the upper parking lot off of MacArthur Boulevard. From either parking lot\, the park is wheelchair and walker accessible. More information on accessible parking is available here. All restrooms at Glen Echo Park are accessible\, including the non-gendered and family restrooms located on the second floor of the Arcade building. We make accommodations so that all can participate in our event. The dance lesson and music-making parts of our program are accessible to those in wheelchairs and with physical disabilities.\n\n																\n															 \nThis project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities\, visit www.arts.gov.
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sarau-de-samba-at-glen-echo-park-jan26/
LOCATION:Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park\, 7300 MacArthur Blvd\, Glen Echo\, 20812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Featured,Pablo Regis,Saraus de Samba
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241122T175558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T202003Z
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SUMMARY:Sean nós Irish dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your musicality and make some noise with Kate Spanos! This sean nós dance class for beginner dancers (all are welcome!) introduces this musical and expressive Irish dance style. Sean nós\, meaning “old style” in Irish\, originates from the Connemara region of Ireland and is characterized by its improvisational nature and close connection to the music. In this class\, students will learn: \n\nThe fundamental techniques of sean nós\, including close-to-the-floor stepping and relaxed upper body\nBasic improvisation skills to develop one’s own style and percussive voice\nHow to develop a playful and creative conversation with the music\, musicians\, and other dancers through this form\n\nThe class is geared toward beginner dancers (ages 13+). Leather-soled (non-stick) shoes are recommended. If you are not sure if this class is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. \n\nClass details\n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Jan 15 – May 21 (18 classes; no class Mar 19)\nTime: 6:30-7:30 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $342 semester registration for 18 classes (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/sean-nos-irish-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-29/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T053132
CREATED:20241122T181216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T042707Z
UID:10000595-1738179000-1738184400@www.educarteinc.org
SUMMARY:Irish step dance with Kate Spanos
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your skills in Irish dance with Kate Spanos! These Irish step dance classes will focus primarily on festival style technique\, with an emphasis on strength\, control\, musicality\, and stage presence. In a fun and non-competitive environment\, you will learn new steps and choreographies that draw from various Irish step dance styles. \nThe goal of the class series is to promote a holistic understanding of Irish dance and develop strong performers\, well-informed traditional dancers\, and inspired creators. \nThe class is geared toward intermediate/advanced Irish dancers (ages 13+) and will include both soft shoe and hard shoe dancing. New choreography will be introduced every 2-3 weeks. If you are not sure if this level is right for you\, please talk to Kate. \nSemester registration is encouraged but drop-ins are welcome. 2-class packages are also available for those wishing to take both sean nós and step dance classes. \n\nClass details\n\nDates: Wednesdays\, Jan 15 – May 21 (18 classes; no class Mar 19)\nTime: 7:30-9 p.m.\nLocation: CityDance at Parklawn in Rockville\, MD\nCost: $342 semester registration for 18 classes (family discounts available; contact Kate)\, $24 drop-in
URL:https://www.educarteinc.org/event/irish-step-dance-with-kate-spanos/2025-01-29/
LOCATION:CityDance at Parklawn\, 11711 Parklawn Dr B\, Rockville\, MD\, 20852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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