Melusina’s workshops
Melusina has been facilitating bellydance workshops around Australia for over seven years. She teaches a variety of styles as listed below.
THE CHOCOLATE SERIES…
CHILLI CHOCOLATE - LATIN FUSION BELLY DANCE
Learn spicy, funky Latin dance steps fused with sexy belly dance moves in this 2 hour workshop! Have fun combining steps from the Cha-Cha, Rumba, Salsa and Samba with belly dance hip work to create vibrant, saucy moves to impress your audience! Melusina has been learning Latin forms of dance for many years and loves the way many of the movements compliment Middle Eastern dance with fancy foot work and rolling hips.
Come and join us for the hot chilli fun that is Latin Fusion Belly Dance! Please bring dance shoes.
WHITE CHOCOLATE : CLASSICAL EGYPTIAN : ELEGANCE AND EMOTIVE POWER
Pure and sweet, the delicacy and grace of the Classical Egyptian style is always beautiful to watch. Soft hands, sweeping gestures, balletic turns, and petite hip work portray this dance form which is known for its romanticism and emotive power. In this workshop participants will learn the technique and expression behind the style with a sequence to a well loved Egyptian piece of music.
CHOCOLATE WITH FRUIT AND NUTS : TRIBAL FUSION - Smooth Moves With Juicy Crunchy Bits
Tribal Fusion is a relatively new form of experimental belly dance that derives from American Tribal Style. It incorporates Tribal elements with Egyptian and contemporary Western forms of dance to create a sensuous, gritty style that is often referred to as ‘Industrial Gypsy’ or ‘Dark Cabaret’. Learn muscle control with chocolaty, sinuous undulations combined with juicy moves and crunchy, nutty locks and pops in this Tribal Fusion taster workshop!
DARK CHOCOLATE : A DELICIOUSLY DEVILISH GOTHIC FUSION ROUTINE
Join Melusina (Red Belly Black Tribal) for a journey into dance decadence! This workshop will teach you exciting new fusion moves in a routine that will have you melting. Learn rich, smooth, chocolatey movements involving precise muscle control and hypnotizing musical synchronicity. Let your body thrill with bitter-sweetness! Be tempted by the dark side!
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The Art Of The Drum Solo
It has been said that Middle Eastern dance is the direct visual representation of the music and no where is this more apparent than in the drum solo. Learn a dynamic, snappy, and expressive drum solo choreography which focuses on interpreting the sounds of the drum through the body. From soft flourishes to sharp, intricate accents, this drum solo will allow students to show off their skills and emotional expression in the ultimate ‘conversation’ between dancer and rhythm.
Bohemian Fire
This workshop is fast and furious! Learn a heart thumping gypsy skirt dance with quick steps, fast turns and exciting Turkish Rom (gypsy) style movements and gestures that’ll have you kicking up your heels and swirling your skirts! Participants in this workshop will learn how to dance to unique rhythms, incorporate skillful skirt work, and inspire the fiery Gypsy within.
New Bellydance Moves and Combos
Come and experience a fresh new approach to belly dance movements and combinations to spice up your dancing and have your audiences entranced! In the first hour of this workshop there will be a focus on the development of new movements that can be applied to both Oriental and Tribal style belly dance. From the slow and sensual, to fast energetic steps, the technique of each movement will be broken down for ease of learning. The ‘feel’ and musicality of each movement will also be explored so that students can experience and better understand all the elements that go into a dance step. The second hour will present the movements learnt in the first half in a series of combinations that are easy to learn, versatile, and fun to do. These combinations can be used both by the solo dancer or a troupe and are most effectively used through different patterning, expression, and musical interpretation.
Earth, Air, Water, Fire
Middle Eastern dance is a very emotionally expressive art form and each belly dance style can be interpreted through elemental imagery, energy and feel. In this fun workshop four miniture dance combinations will be taught that best reflect each of the four elements. EARTH will focus on a grounded, Tribal/folkloric style sequence; WATER will incorporate sinuous, sensual floor work; AIR will express the light delicacy and elegance of the Classical Egyptian style and FIRE sparks with the energy and joy of gypsy dance. The combinations will be accompanied with the appropriate music and expression associated with each style.
Contemporary Veil - Fire Storm
Learn a funky new veil choreography with dynamic, creative new veil techniques to keep you inspired! In just 2 hours you’ll twirl and swirl your way through a fun routine to contemporary music that will challenge and enhance your dancing.
The Art Of Sword Technique and Choreography
The use of the scimitar sword in Middle Eastern dance is a powerful and dramatic display that demonstrates the balancing skills of the dancer. The sword is a beautiful but dangerous weapon and audiences are often spellbound by a dancer’s use of it. In this workshop learn the basic uses of the sword and how it relates to belly dance. Participants will learn poise, balance, safety, and techniques that can be used when performing with a blade. A short routine will be taught to further enable confidence and experience with a sword.
Indian Spices
Learn funky Bollywood combos, Orissi classical gestures, and exotic Asian-style movements to add spice and flair to your belly dancing. With sequences such as the ‘Indian Fling’ and ‘Kissing Peacocks’ the movements in this workshop are fun and dramatic and easily adapted for both Tribal and traditional styles of belly dance.
Spanish Influences In Middle Eastern Dance
Infuse your dancing with the power and beauty of Flamenco style movements. Stamp, pivot and flourish your way through this energetic workshop! Learn how to use strong arms, graceful hands and bold, swirling movements to add that extra spice and passion to belly dance. The workshop will include new movements and combinations and an exploration into expressing that all important drama and emotion through your body. Bring a flounced/circle skirt.
Tribal Fusion With Sword
Using a sword in Tribal Fusion is a dramatic combination and reflects the danger and beauty inherent in the style. This workshop will present a short choreography that will allow students to develop distinct Tribal Fusion movements that compliment sword techniques developed especially for this workshop.
These workshops are available in two and three hour sessions. Contact Underbelly for more information on availability, costing and workshop information.
Phone: (03) 9419 6620; Email: andrea@underbellydance.com