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Zhanna Saparova -
Originally from Turkmenistan, Zhanna has found herself in
Flamenco dance by way of Argentine Tango, Salsa and Merengue.
Ms. Saparova has been fortunate to have the opportunity to
study with Flamenco masters, Omayra Amaya (Boston, MA) La
Conja (NY, NY), Pinar Dinlemez (Istanbul, Turkey), and Adriana
Maresma (Jerez, Spain). Zhanna will be imparting training in
Flamenco at Gurukul Academy. She is also a dance instructor at
Manos Rojas-School of Flamenco Music and Dance and is
principal dancer in the ensemble “Al-Andaluz.”
Curriculum:
What is
Flamenco?
Arising from
Andalucía, the southern region of Spain, flamenco has evolved
from the interaction of Spanish, Moorish, Jewish, and Gypsy
cultures. Rhythms from Northern Africa and South America have
also influenced this diverse art form. Universal themes of
passion, honor, sorrow and love touch all who encounter
flamenco.
Class Description
Flamenco Technique
and Dance Class
Taught by Zhanna Saparova, this class is designed for all
levels of dance students, from the beginner with no previous
dance experience to the seasoned intermediate flamenco dancer.
The class consists of warm up, work on brazeo (arms),
zapateado (footwork), marcaje (marking across the floor) and
choreography. This class will give a firm flamenco foundation
to the beginner and will keep the intermediate dancer strong.
Occasionally, the class will have live guitar accompaniment by
Beau Bledsoe. Participants will have to wear comfortable
clothes and close-toe shoes with heels. Newcomers are welcome
to join this class at any point during the session. |
