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Do You...

  • Feeling uncertain about how to interpret Middle Eastern music when you dance?
  • Want to understand the emotional depth behind Arabic melodies?
  • Struggling to recognize the patterns and flow of traditional music?
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Maqam for Dancers – Hijaz workshop is here to demistify one of the most distinct and evocative maqamat in Arabic music.

In this workshop, Maestro Michael Ibrahim will simplify Hijaz, breaking it down into practival, dancer-friendly lessons in this 4-week Zoom series. Using live demonstrations on multiple instruments, exclusive video examples from professional Arab musicians, and step-by-step guidance on recognizing and responding to Hijaz. This course is designed for dancers of all levels who want to develop a stronger connection with live Arabic music.

What You'll Learn:

  • The essential characteristics and variations of Maqam Hijaz

  • How to identify and interpret Hijaz in different songs

  • Dance techniques to match the maqam’s mood and energy

  • Access to curated playlists, guided exercises, and recordings.

Want to confidently dance to Middle Eastern music while truly understanding its emotional depth?

This is the training you need.

Ready to refine your musicality and improvisation?

This is class will show you how.

Need structured guidance to refine your musicality and improvisation?

Let Maestro Ibrahim be your guide.

Ready to deepen your connection to Arab music? 

Sign up now and start your journey with one of the leading figures in Arab music.

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$80

Maqam for Dancers – Hijaz

  • Nov 14 & 21, Dec 05 & 19 (Thursdays)
  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM CST
  • Choice to attend live
  • Lifetime access to recordings
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Maqam for Dancers – Bayati

Series 1

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Maqam for Dancers – Rast

Series 2

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Unsure which class to take?

In Arabic music, a maqam (plural: maqamat) refers to a melodic system or mode, similar to a scale but with unique patterns, ornamentations, and emotional expressions.

  • Bayati (بياتي) – Rooted in folk traditions, conveying warmth and nostalgia.
  • Rast (راست) – Translates to "straight" or "direct", symbolizing authority and balance.
  • Hijaz (حجاز) – Named after the Hejaz region in Arabia, often linked to spirituality and exoticism in Arabic music.

Understanding these meanings allows dancers to not only recognize the music but also interpret and embody its essence through movement.

Each maqam has its own identity, and understanding them allows dancers to bring deeper meaning to their performances.

About Michael Ibrahim

Michael Ibrahim is an award-winning conductor, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and educator. As the founder and Music Director of the National Arab Orchestra (NAO), Michael is celebrated for his dynamic musical style and groundbreaking contributions to Arab music, both in the U.S. and internationally.

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