Egyptian Improvisation with Tarik Sultan

Experience the richness of Egyptian dance improvisation in this five-week course led by master instructor Tarik Sultan, focused on musical awareness, responsiveness, and expressive freedom.

Egyptian and Arabic music continually shifts between soaring melodies and grounded rhythmic passages. In this class, dancers learn not only to recognize these musical textures, but to embody them—making spontaneous choices that feel clear, connected, and purposeful.

Throughout the course, dancers will:

• Practice translating melodic phrasing and rhythmic accents into movement using classic Egyptian vocabulary and layered variations

• Train the ear to catch musical details, transitions, and emotional color in real time

• Build confidence improvising with clarity, nuance, and personal voice

• Work with a diverse range of music, including traditional, folkloric, and contemporary Egyptian selections

This course is ideal for dancers who want to deepen their relationship with music, expand their improvisational range, and bring greater authenticity and presence to their dancing—whether on stage or in the studio.