Belly Dance Veil Masterclass Technique and Artistry Course with Autumn Ward - 2 classes, open level
The "Veil Masterclass" with master instructor Autumn Ward treats the dance veil
as both a technical instrument and a theatrical partner. This comprehensive
open-level course blends fabric selection, contemporary vocabulary, a musical
technique flow, and the history of the prop into one immersive learning
experience, designed for dancers who want to move beyond pretty twirls into
authentic veil artistry.
The Philosophy of the Program
Contemporary veil work - drawing shapes in the air with silk - requires clean arm
technique, spatial awareness, and a deep understanding of your fabric. Autumn
shares her signature vocabulary while giving you a rich overview of the movements in contemporary use in cabaret and theatrical belly dance. You will learn not just how to move the veil, but why you choose it, how you size it, and how to make it an extension
of your artistic voice.
What You Will Master:
* Fabric Selection: Silk habotai vs. synthetic fabrics, and which is
right for your goals and budget.
* Sizing for Your Body and Venue: Formulas for length (12–30 inches
beyond extended hands), width (shoulder to back of knees), and how to
choose for restaurant gigs vs. stage performances.
* Contemporary Vocabulary: Shoulder warm-ups, how to hold the veil, and
Autumn's favorite movements in contemporary use.
* Musical Technique Flow: Try the movements in real time with music.
* History & Philosophy: The cultural history of the prop, how dancers
incorporate it, and Autumn's personal approach to working with silk.
What's Included:
* Part 1: Fabric selection, warm-ups, technique breakdown.
* Part 2: Musical technique flow for real-time practice.
* Part 3: Fabric showcase, history, and artistic philosophy.
* Lifetime streaming access on any device.
Who This Course Is For:
Dancers of any level ready to move beyond pretty twirls to authentic artistry;
performers preparing for stage, restaurants, or haflas; lifelong learners
fascinated by fabric physics and the history of the prop; and women seeking a
graceful, flowing, and deeply mindful movement practice. *Note: Clean arm
technique is a prerequisite—consider pairing with "Beautiful Technique from
Step One" for a complete foundation.*
STEP-BY-STEP SECTIONS
- Grip
2. Basic Principles
3. walking
4. poofing
5. crossover
6. shoulder to shoulder
7. sagittal swirl
8. close front and open
9. close up and close down
10. figure 8
11. catch and release
12. twist and drop
13. footwork
14. direction change under the veil
15. barrel turns
16. envelope
17. butterfly
18. gathered veil
19. veiling and unveiling
20. veil wraps
21. other ways to get the veil
22. discarding the veil
23. deep stretches for the shoulders
*** If you purchase the Instant Video version - the video access link will be sent to you by email. Please keep the email - as long as you have the link, you can access the video any time, anywhere in the world, on any device.
The STAR BELLYDANCER classes are available for purchase here as individual programs, or as a subscription access to all classes/courses in the Star Bellydancer series. To subscribe, please visit https://www.starbellydancer.com.
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Belly Dance Veil Masterclass Technique and Artistry Course with Autumn Ward - 2 classes, open level
The "Veil Masterclass" with master instructor Autumn Ward treats the dance veil
as both a technical instrument and a theatrical partner. This comprehensive
open-level course blends fabric selection, contemporary vocabulary, a musical
technique flow, and the history of the prop into one immersive learning
experience, designed for dancers who want to move beyond pretty twirls into
authentic veil artistry.
The Philosophy of the Program
Contemporary veil work - drawing shapes in the air with silk - requires clean arm
technique, spatial awareness, and a deep understanding of your fabric. Autumn
shares her signature vocabulary while giving you a rich overview of the movements in contemporary use in cabaret and theatrical belly dance. You will learn not just how to move the veil, but why you choose it, how you size it, and how to make it an extension
of your artistic voice.
What You Will Master:
* Fabric Selection: Silk habotai vs. synthetic fabrics, and which is
right for your goals and budget.
* Sizing for Your Body and Venue: Formulas for length (12–30 inches
beyond extended hands), width (shoulder to back of knees), and how to
choose for restaurant gigs vs. stage performances.
* Contemporary Vocabulary: Shoulder warm-ups, how to hold the veil, and
Autumn's favorite movements in contemporary use.
* Musical Technique Flow: Try the movements in real time with music.
* History & Philosophy: The cultural history of the prop, how dancers
incorporate it, and Autumn's personal approach to working with silk.
What's Included:
* Part 1: Fabric selection, warm-ups, technique breakdown.
* Part 2: Musical technique flow for real-time practice.
* Part 3: Fabric showcase, history, and artistic philosophy.
* Lifetime streaming access on any device.
Who This Course Is For:
Dancers of any level ready to move beyond pretty twirls to authentic artistry;
performers preparing for stage, restaurants, or haflas; lifelong learners
fascinated by fabric physics and the history of the prop; and women seeking a
graceful, flowing, and deeply mindful movement practice. *Note: Clean arm
technique is a prerequisite—consider pairing with "Beautiful Technique from
Step One" for a complete foundation.*
STEP-BY-STEP SECTIONS
- Grip
2. Basic Principles
3. walking
4. poofing
5. crossover
6. shoulder to shoulder
7. sagittal swirl
8. close front and open
9. close up and close down
10. figure 8
11. catch and release
12. twist and drop
13. footwork
14. direction change under the veil
15. barrel turns
16. envelope
17. butterfly
18. gathered veil
19. veiling and unveiling
20. veil wraps
21. other ways to get the veil
22. discarding the veil
23. deep stretches for the shoulders
*** If you purchase the Instant Video version - the video access link will be sent to you by email. Please keep the email - as long as you have the link, you can access the video any time, anywhere in the world, on any device.
The STAR BELLYDANCER classes are available for purchase here as individual programs, or as a subscription access to all classes/courses in the Star Bellydancer series. To subscribe, please visit https://www.starbellydancer.com.