For those of you who won't be in Brazil in July...

Ever fancied trying out some Egyptian dance? No, us neither, but we're coming round to the idea now we know that Egyptian Tabla legend Hossam Ramzy, and his wife Serena will be hosting classical Egyptian Dance Workshops at Dance Attic Studios, 386 Northend Road, Fulham, London, SW6 1LY. The Workshops take place on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July between 12-6pm.

This is your opportunity to learn from expert instructors how to move to this unique style of music to the soundtrack of Hossam's album's El Amar and Sabla Tolo I.

To book your place call 0207 610 2055 or visit www.hossamramzy.com.



Chris Barnes

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