Egyptian Folkloric Dance
Egyptian Dance August 18th, 2009
Belly Dancing Basics: Book Review
book reviews August 13th, 2009
With the wide array of dance DVDs now available, one might not think to choose a book in learning the basics of the dance. After all, a moving art in static form does not seem so inspiring; that is until you open the cover and see the clear and beautiful photos. No effort has been spared in photographing the diverse and beautifully costumed dancers for this book, with each step broken down into photos at differing angles. Read the rest of this entry »
Sacred Dance of The Goddess
Women's Empowerment & Healing July 16th, 2009
Sacred Dance of the Goddess
by
Katrina Valenzuela
“We come spinning out of nothingness, scattering stars…the stars form a circle, and in the center we dance.” Rumi, 13th century
My first contact with Middle Eastern culture and dance was in my early teen years, when due to a series of unfortunate family events, I went to live with an Egyptian relative. As fate would have it, he became not only my guardian, but also my guide for a lifelong journey into ancient cultures and spiritual practices. Read the rest of this entry »
