


In Shaabi Dance - Technique and Combinations, Shahrzad first introduces a range of dance moves that have this recognizable shaabi look and feel. At the same time, there are many steps, stylings, and variations of technique that are firmly associated with shaabi.

The performance version of shaabi dance is usually improvised and very open in terms of dance vocabulary. The relaxed, casual feel of shaabi music translates directly into shaabi dance: As a dance genre, shaabi is a social dance that was brought onto stage by belly dancers who wanted to add the popular shaabi music to their shows. The songs are often light-hearted, with lyrics revolving around everyday life. Shaabi Dance Technique & Combinations with Shahrzad Shaabi, which in Arabic means ‘of the people,’ is a popular genre of party music in Egypt.
