Persian Dance (Shahrzad Dance Academy-"Ghalibaf")

"Ghalibaf" (meaning "Rugweaver" in Persian)

This dance depicts a woman weaving a Persian rug. The geometric shapes and patterns of the rug, along with the repetitive motion of the weaving, lead her into a trance where she begins to dance with the shapes and patterns of her inner music.

This piece was performed by Shahrzad Dance Academy (SDA), a California based Persian dance company in the U.S., founded by Shahrzad Khorsandi in 1996.

SDA performs both locally and internationally at various events such as cultural festivals, weddings, school & library educational programs, and formal concerts.

Contact us to book an event, enroll in classes, purchase instructional DVDs, or audition for the company: www.dancepersian.org

Choreographed and Performed in 2003 by Shahrzad Khorsandi
Music by Habil Aliyev
Videography by John Strader