RESOURCES


Bellydance Underworld (2007) ~ DVD
Produced By Hollywood Music
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Expressive, dark and mysterious define The Bellydance Underworld, a utopia far away from the mainstream where solace is found. Unearth this eerie subculture to discover Tribal-Fusion, Experimental and Gothic Bellydance performances. Rules are broken, authority is defied with unique costumes and sublime music from such talents as: Solace, Mosavo, Maduro, Collide and The Mutaytor.

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Contemporary Belly Dance and Yoga Conditioning
with Ariellah ~ DVD

Produced by Neon and World Dance New York
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Created by Ariellah, performer and instructor of Tribal and Dark Fusion Bellydance, Contemporary Bellydance and Yoga Conditioning combines three vital components of bellydance training: * a physical conditioning regimen to develop flexibility and strength; * two sets of bellydance technique drills - basic and advanced - for improved muscle control and precision in executing bellydance isolations; * a sequence of contemporary bellydance combinations complete with transitions to form an elegant and evocative modern choreography.

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Website: www.ariellah.com


The Heartbeat of Bellydance DVD

Produced by World Dance New York
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Expert bellydancing instructor Jenna dances to the beat of acclaimed percussionist Raquy in an instructional dance release designed to provide aspiring bellydancers with all the right moves. After focusing on key rhythms in the first workshop, the pair move on to present beginning, intermediate, and advanced level choreographies accompanied by easy-to-follow explanations and detailed demonstrations.

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Rachel Brice: Bellydance Arms and Posture DVD

Produced by CIA - COPELAND INT'L
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Welcome to Belly Dance Arms and Posture, a practice for carriage, coiling and serpentine stylization. This practice was designed to be used in conjunction with your regular dance practice to increase strength, flexibility and the illusion of bonelessness in the upper body. The practice has 5 parts: Gentle stretching to relax and prepare the body for movement, Dance movement preparation to strengthen the legs, An intense shoulder series with both strengthening and stretching segments to prepare for serpentine arm movements, A short combination to illustrate the use of arms in dance and with torso movement and layering, Finishing poses to relax the spine and prepare you to re-enter your day.

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Tribal Fusions: Exotic Art of Tribal Bellydance (2007)DVD
Produced by CIA - COPELAND INT'L
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There are the traditionalists who worship all things Egyptian. The Egyptian influence remains strong even in the variations now loosely termed cabaret bellydance. Learned bloggers offer dissertations across the internet as to the differences between Turkish style or Lebanese style but to the average person they all remain within the loose definition of cabaret. Meanwhile a whole new strain and indeed division of the dance is represented by the Tribal style. Originating in San Francisco it incorporates gypsy, flamenco and other folk dances into the bellydance arena to result in a darker alter ego. Heavy tribal jewelry be rift of any sparkle, tattoos, dark course fabric in complete contrast to the sparkle and femininity of the cabaret style. Tribal itself now has many offshoots and practitioners often feel compelled to describe themselves as Tribal Fusion . As this underground phenomenon continues to grow in popularity, the Bellydance Superstars are pleased to release Tribal Fusions.

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