ARABIQA! Drums and Dances from the Arab World

Posted on: October 5, 2018 - 3:37pm
Karim Nagi

The East Hartford Public Library will host Egyptian-American musician and dancer Karim Nagi for an entertaining and educational all-ages performance on Tuesday, October 23 at 6:00 PM. Arabic music, dance, and culture are highlighted in this engaging and witty performance. Karim shares the unique sounds and histories of percussion and string instruments, demonstrates dynamic folk dances, teaches vocabulary and geography, and gives an uplifting impression of Arab culture.

A former faculty member of the New England Conservatory of Music, Karim now performs throughout the U.S. with the SHARQ Arabic Music Ensemble, and promotes and fosters the study of Arab dance in the U.S. as the director of the Arab Dance Seminar.  As a dance and drum instructor, Karim has taught at many schools, universities, and festivals throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, and Egypt, sharing knowledge and uniting traditional and modern styles. 

All ages are welcome. Register for a reminder by calling the library at 860-290-4332 or sign up ONLINE​. This program is funded in part by the Connecticut Humanities Council.

The East Hartford Public Library is located at 840 Main Street, East Hartford, CT 06108.