Re: Folk & Ethnic Dance in Israel

[H. Kaufman(fmg) <hkaufman...>]

Since most folk & ethnic dance in Israel involves Jewish music, the 
following may be of interest to people on this list.  Any other lists 
that might be appropriate would be appreciated.


                     FOLK & ETHNIC DANCE SEMINAR IN ISRAEL
            with visits to folk & ethnic groups around the country
                  including the 3-day Karmiel Dance Festival

                            JUNE 29 - JULY 16, 1995

Program: The Seminar will include meetings or dance sessions with 
individuals and groups throughout the country arranged by Ayalah 
Goren-Kadman.  An authority on Israeli folk dance, Ayalah currently directs 
ethnic dance studies at the prestigious Rubin Academy of Music and Dance 
in Jerusalem.  There will be a unique opportunity to obtain first-hand 
knowledge about folk and ethnic dance from the best teachers and 
choreographers.  Evening programs will include participation in selected 
folk dance sessions.  A highlight of the program will be the three-day 
Karmiel Dance Festival.  On site visits to various ethnic communities 
will allow participants to experience the traditional dances of groups 
that may include Yememite, Kurdish, Georgian, Ethiopian, North African, 
Indian, Bedouin/Arab, Druze and Cherkassian, among others.  

Eligibility:  Participation in the Seminar is open primarily to a select 
number of individuals who already have some knowledge of folk and ethnic dance.
Priorty is given to dance teachers and leaders who wish to enrich their 
professional background.  Others may be admitted on a space available basis.

Cost:  $2296 (subject to change).  This low introductory rate includes airfare
(round trip NY-Israel via El Al), Hotels & breakfast (Kashrut observed), 
transfer from airport, trips around the country and many entrance fees.

For further Information:  
Write -- Seminar, c/o Kaufman, 25 Jones STreet, New York, NY 10014
Telephone -- (212)620-0535
email -- hkaufman (at) photon(dot)poly(dot)edu