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Jim Boz is coming to PHOENIX!!!!

SashaD — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:59:18 GMT

Info here:

http://dancedanceaz.com/

He'll be here for workshops Sat. & Sun. (1/23 & 24) and a show on Saturday night....along with Gabby Tawil! WOOHOO!!!!

Hope you can make it!!

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Wiggles of the West entries so far ...

designsbyjanie — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:07:45 GMT

The count as of 1/18:
Headliner - 3
Mini Ensemble - 1
Ensemble - 3
Alternative Wiggles - 4
Entertainer - 7
Rising Star - 4
Hobbyist - 2
Tribal Fusion Ensemble - 3
Tribal Fusion Soloist - 2

lots of room still, but the totals are creeping up.

Janie
http://www.wigglesofthewestlv.com

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Moving back to the Valley!!!

jaecrazy — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:02:19 GMT

Harro! My name is Jae and i wanted to introduce myself to everyone. My dance name is Jajira, I have been performing for almost 6 years. i am a tribal fusion belly dancer. I am originally from Peoria AZ, but moved to Cincinnati OH in 1995 (when I was 11). Mum is originally from Cincy and wanted me and my brother to grow up around a big family. While there, I fell in love with belly dance, both traditional and fusion. The tribal community there has really embraced me and i will miss it. But my heart belongs home in Phoenix. I am very excited about getting involved in the belly community here and continue growing as a dancer. I've been in chats with Becka Bomb and may be performing the 6th of February. My first performance in AZ! WOO!! Thank you all for your time and I look forward to dancing with you all :)

JaeJae
http://www.freewebs.com/jaeweb

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Raq The House! Sunday, January 10th at Mijana....

SashaD — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 22:21:03 GMT

Wanna RAQ on Sunday night? Come on down to Mijana!

Free belly dance class by a local instructor each week. The lesson is from 6:00 to 6:45, showtime is at 7:00. Full Lebanese menu and bar (21 and over to drink please) and is open and welcoming of families!

Lineup for this Sunday's show:

Meena
Amanda Rose
Rukshana
Sasha

Teacher for the class before show: Meena!!!

Please come on by! Mijana is located on Scottsdale Road, north of the 202 on the west side of the street.

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Vegas Intensive Pro-Show Auditions are OPEN

SamiraLV — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 01:30:29 GMT

Would you like to perform in the 2010 Pro-Shows at the Vegas Intensive? The
online submission form is now available. Visit our information & policy page to
find the link. (Yes, we are actually making you read the policies to get to the
submission form...*winks*).

http://tinyurl.com/2010audition

Happy Dancing,

Samira Tu'Ala, Organizer

Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival
September 9-12, 2010 at the FLAMINGO
www.bellydanceintensive.com
1-888-LV-RAKS-U/1-888-587-2578

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Wiggles of the West 2010 promo video

designsbyjanie — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 01:09:38 GMT

Please check it out, hope you enjoy it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SP7e2ujDMt4

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The Daily Bellydance Quickies have Launched!

Mahin — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:59:22 GMT

Hey ladies,

I've started sending out a short daily email to bring a little bellydance your way every day. Some days it's about the music, or zill tips. or exercises that strengthen us for dance, and sometimes just a fun video. If you're interested in getting it you can go here...
visitor.constantcontact.com/manage/optin

Be sure to check the "Daily Dance Quickies" box. "General Interest" will send my regular newsletter, which you're welcome to also if you like.

Thanks,

Mahin

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Wiggles of the West web site updated

designsbyjanie — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 18:38:39 GMT

Yesterday Vince (my son & crazy web master) worked on updates. So now when you go to http://www.wigglesofthewestlv.com you can click on SCHEDULE and get the complete schedule of activites (including workshops and who is teaching). And when you click on the DEALS button at the top of the front page, you can sign up for our Early Bird Full Package for $340 (payment plan available too), plus Two Day Bundles, One Day Bundles, Ale Carte, and more. Our Full Package price is good until January 31st.

See you at Sam's Town in July!
Janie

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Raq The House at Mijana - Sunday, Jan. 3rd.

SashaD — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 18:58:17 GMT

Hey Phoenix-area (yeah, that includes Tempe/Mesa/Scottsdale/West Valley, etc.) residents....

Sunday nights are Raq The House nights at Mijana Restaurant.

Show info for Sunday, January 3, 2010:

Hosted by the lovely Myryka, this Sunday night's show features:

Amira
Katayna
Divine Chaos
Mitra

In addition, a free belly dance class will be taught from 6:00 - 6:45pm by an unnamed valley instructor. You never know WHO it will be!

Location: Mijana Restaurant 1290 N Scottsdale Rd on the west side of Scottsdale Road just north of the 202 freeway.

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The Vegas Intensive Lights Up THE STRIP in 2010

SamiraLV — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 19:51:16 GMT

It's time for the *BIG ANNOUNCEMENT*...whoo hoo!

We are exceptionally delighted to announce that September 9-12, 2010, the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival will take place in our new home, the historic FLAMINGO Hotel & Casino!

It's 4 stellar days of workshops, shopping, festival dancing, cocktail parties, Elvis Impersonators, Pro-shows...all in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip!!

Bugsy Siegel's desert dream, The Flamingo, has anchored the Las Vegas Strip since they started rolling dice in 1946. This self-contained casino and resort offers everything an adventurous belly dancer could want--delicious restaurants, an amazing pool, and ample space for our classes & shopping.

Set on the famous four corners of Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road, this hotel combines heart-pounding Las Vegas excitement with hospitality and service that's second to none. We couldn't be happier with our new home!

Additionally, we have a new group of magnificent artists who will be tantalizing us with their performances and teaching us their secrets. We are pleased to present the 2010 Headliners:

Aradia of Las Vegas www.aradialv.com
John Compton www.hahbiru.com
Asharah www.asharah.com
Fahtiem www.fahtiem.com
Moria Chappell www.moriachappell.com
Princess Farhana www.princessfarhana.com

Registration for the 2010 event will open at the event with a special price for 2009 attendees. Stop by the registration table on your way to watch the festival, attend classes, or shop to sign up for next year's event at the lowest possible price. On site registration will be $395 or 12 payments of $34 for the 4-day package. This includes 24 hours of classes, a ticket to the Friday show, a ticket to the Saturday show, and a thank you gift.

Additionally, those who register for the 2010 event on site before the Sunday lunch will be entered into a special raffle to win free Flamingo merchandise! Regular online registration for the 2010 event will open September 15th, with a slightly higher price.

We are excited to see our homegrown event expand each year and attract hundreds of dancers into our Vegas community. We are also excited to be able to feature so many professionals instructors & performers.Thanks for supporting this event and allowing us to promote the Las Vegas community to the broader world of belly dance. We are looking forward to this year, and all future years.

Samira Tu'Ala, Organzier
www.bellydanceintensive.com
samira@bellydanceintensive.com
1-888-LV-RAKS-U/1-888-587-2578

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Jill Parker in Vegas!

Tzion — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:28:13 GMT

Please join Jill Parker for 3 days in Vegas Aug 20-22nd 2010!
These classes are advanced/professional level classes - think "Bellydance College" and are held in a proper dance studio with full length mirrors, sprung marley floors, sound system, climate control, easy walking distance from hotel.
This boutique class size allows the instructor to provide one on one attention to the students. All new materials covered, to focus on attaining the next level of your personal best.
There is an easy payment plan via paypal, or you can save a little by paying in full. An amazing opportunity to study with this master instructor! Dont delay, register today!
www.theminimassive.com

Special guest instructor to be announced soon! There will also be a Friday night hafla and performance opportunities.

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Film Screening of "The Bellydancer Project" added to the Fall Festival of Music & Dance

Levant al Sonora — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 03:36:30 GMT

We have another exciting addition to the festival!

ASU Doctoral student, Ramsi Watkins has produced a documentary about women, bellydance and identity as part of her thesis. This 45 minute film will be shown at the end of a fabulous day of perfomances at 8pm.

The documentary contains interviews with four Arizona dancers, 2 cabaret and 2 tribal, for four different perspectives on how this dance has changed them and how they see themselves. The film includes lots of dance footage as well.

Who are the featured dancers? Come find out!

Saturday, Nov. 14th
Noon - 9pm
The Alwun House
1204 E. Roosevelt - Phoenix

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Open Mic at Fall Festival - Nov. 14th

Mahin — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:48:55 GMT

Hello Musicians & Drummers,

The Fall Festival of Music & Dance (Sat. Nov. 14th @ Alwun House) will have an open mic in the Sultan's Garden area. Acoustic soloists and duets are invited to come and play!
The main stage will have entertainment from 12:30 to 9pm, including 4 bands , 85 dancers and even a film screening of "The Bellydancer Project" from 8-9pm. For more info: www.levantalsonora.com

This event is being produced by the AZ Chapter of the Middle Eastern Culture & Dance Assoc. (www.mecda.org) and is a 100% volunteer run, 100% non-profit event. Please come out and enjoy the day and celebrate our AZ music & dance community!

Mahin
2009 chapter president

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Bellydance Costumes From India

KAJAL — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 07:22:52 GMT

Hi All,

This is Kajal from India(Mumbai).We are manufacturers and exporters of bellydancing costume since the last 12 years.We have all our products listed at

www.modemystique.com.

Please bookmark our website and keep checking back,as we list lots of great costumes on weekly basis.

Happy Shopping!!

Kajal

rd_ent@vsnl.com

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Fire Eating and Transfers Workshop in Tucson

Elemental Artistry — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:30:17 GMT

Fire eating and transfers are a fun, easy way to blend a little more fire into your bellydance performance.

More information and registration is available at http://eafire.ning.com

This workshop will teach the basics of Fire Eating and "Fleshing" (aka transfers.)
The first class will include fire safety and fuel education then the basics of fire eating. The second class will give students an opportunity to perfect their fire eating skills and learn the basics of transfers.
The class is perfect for bellydancers, burlesque performers, fire spinners, or performance enthusiasts. No previous fire performance experience is necessary.

Your tuition includes a torch and fuel container for you to keep for practice and performance.

Registration must be completed by August 10th to ensure materials are ready for you during the workshop.

Instructor: Eddie Arriola
Duration: Sunday August 16 7-8:30pm, Sunday August 23 7-8pm
Cost: $60 per student, must be paid online via paypal by August 10th. This price includes your tuition for the class and your own torch and fuel container which you keep for performance and practice in the future.
Location: Fire Mecca 2417 E. Calle Joya de Ventura, Tucson, AZ, 85706 (location may be subject to change, please include your email in your payment.

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Amanda Rose is back!

AmandaRose — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 06:49:28 GMT

Hey guys!!!! not sure if anyone even looks at tribe anymore, i just wanted to say hi and that i'm back and that i hope i see you guys at a dance event soon!.

I'm teachin at Plaza De Anaya on wednesday nights if anyone wants to come out and shake you bootay to my Dynamic Movement class :o)

Un Beso!

Amanda Rose

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Sedona Belly Dance Show and Workshops

Trent — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 23:21:19 GMT

Levant al Sonora – Arizona’s MECDA Chapter proudly presents…
Cool Summer Belly Dance Workshops & Showcase!
Saturday, July 25th
STUDIO LIVE! 215 Coffeepot Drive, Sedona, AZ 86336 (next to Devi Yoga & Creative Flooring)

To register visit www.levantalsonora.com
For more information write info@levantalsonora.com

SHOWCASE

Featuring Carrie Konyha, Terri Walden, Mahin, Jazmine and workshop participants!
Request your spot with your paid pre-registration!
Showtime 7:30 pm
Tickets $10 in advance / $15 at the door

WORKSHOPS

Pre-Registration ( before July 11th)
1st Workshop: $20 Members/$25 non-members
Each Additional Workshop: $15 Members/$20 non-members

Registration after July 11th or at Door
1st Workshop: $25 members/$30 non-members
Each Additional Workshop: $20 members/$25 non-members

9:00 am – 10:45 am
Graceful Arms & Hands Plus Drills!
With Carrie Konyha

11:00 am – 12:45 pm
“The Three C’s plus All New Salamat Combos!”
With Terri Walden of Troupe Salamat

1:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Thrills with Zills…Yes, You Can!
With Mahin of Zahr Jamil M.E. Dance Co.

3:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Advanced Sword & Balance Props
With Jazmine

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check out our new promo vid!!

designsbyjanie — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 18:52:04 GMT

Just went up yesterday!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgS4q2UApbg

Thanks to Britt for her video editing.
Saqra and the Mediterranean Raqs Band for the music
And Aradia and the Ra Dancers for the background film!

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Happy 4th of July!!

designsbyjanie — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:54:57 GMT

Happy birthday USA!!!
Everyone have fun and stay safe.
Hugs,
Janie

http://www.wigglesofthewestlv.com
http://www.designsbyjanie.com

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Attend the Vegas Intensive--Free!!

SamiraLV — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:26:04 GMT

Hello everyone. (from Director of Volunteers, Reema)

I have been asked to be the Director of Volunteers for the LV Intensive 2009. I am looking for enthusiastic, fun loving people who want to take part in one of the biggest and best events Las Vegas has to offer. So many performers come to Las Vegas and witness first-hand the comradery and family like atmosphere at this event and a great part is owed to all the wonderful and generous volunteers we count on each year.

Additionally, volunteers get the added perks of taking some classes or attending the shows for free, and have fun. There are many opportunities to be involved in. We need people to be ushers,to help at the registration tables, and to check people into classes. We also need help running the festival stage, runners for vendors & performers, personal assistants to the teachers, etc. We'd enjoy having some "belly husbands" who want to help move, set up, and tear down equipment as well as dealing with technical aspects of the event. Please join our Bellydance Intensive family. If you are interested, please e-mail me direct at reema@bellydanceintensive.com.

Sincerely and Yours in Dance,

Reema, Director of Volunteers
reema@bellydanceintensive.com

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7th Annual Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive & Festival--Sept. 2009

SamiraLV — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 08:13:53 GMT

The 7th Annual Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive will take place next Sept 10-13th, 2009 and will feature: Jim Boz, Frederique, Amaya, Aubre, Suzanna Del Vecchio, and Sharon Kihara!

Join us for an outrageous weekend in thrilling Las Vegas at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino. This year is going to be "over the top" with 4 days of level-specific bellydance workshops taught by over 30 instructors, 2 nights of quality shows, entertainment, organized after-paries, festival dancing, shopping, time for sightseeing, camraderie, and fun!

"A Night in the City of Riches" theater show on Friday will feature Sharon Kihara, Amaya, and Suzanna Del Vecchio. Saturday night will feature a cocktail party with a visit from showgirls & The King following the Saturday Night "Viva RAKS Vegas" show featuring Jim Boz, Frederique, and Aubre!! Belly dancing done up VEGAS STYLE!! Visit our website to register today!!

Payment plans and gift certificates are available.
www.bellydanceintensive.com

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Visiting Phoenix this Friday...

sasha_nyx — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:51:47 GMT

Hi everyone!

I'm a DC TF bellydancer who'll be visiting Phoenix next week (July 3-9) to spend time with my parents who just moved to Arizona. Since it's vacation time for me, I'd love to attend a workshop (preferably tribal fusion) or even take them out to a performance while I'm there. Anything going on in the Phoenix area during that time?

Thanks!

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Metal Bindi's!

MizzHell — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 03:51:57 GMT

So this is my new project. I think they are better then regular ones because you can use them over and over and over again (unless you lose them!) and they are unlikely to ever break. Great investment. Will have more if these sell. Plus they're half the price of others! (if you bid)

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^^^ This one is Gorgous!

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Suhaila Salimpour in Tempe, AZ at Plaza de Anaya

Plaza.de.Anaya — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 06:48:21 GMT

A Weekend with Suhaila Salimpour
That’s 10 hours of study with Suhaila!

Saturday, October 3rd

Level 1 technique

Suhaila Format-Drills that Kill

Suhaila Layering Technique

Sunday, October 4th

Bellydance Jazz Fusion Drills & Combos

Finger Cymbal/Footwork, Basics of Technique and Combinations with the Jamila Saliimpour Tribal Format

Buy all 5 workshops at $300. Each workshop is 2 hours. Classes are limited! Reserve your spot now! Suhaila recommends taking the entire intensive weekend in the order scheduled.

Go to our website www.PlazaDeAnaya.com for more details and other Suhaila packages

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Wiggles of the West Entries

designsbyjanie — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 19:37:53 GMT

Entertainer is FULL -- again
We have 2 spots in Headliner that have opened up.

Rising Star has 1 spot left
Mini Ensemble has 1 spot left

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Need Big, Cheap Venue.

Trent — Sun, 24 May 2009 22:48:54 GMT

Levant al-Sonora needs to find a new venue for our big event on Saturday, 7 November 2009. A performing arts school or performance center might be ideal. A church might also be OK. Awlun House is not big enough or open enough.

We NEED:

Performance space (a sizable stage for larger troupes and musical groups).
At least one workshop room.
Room for vending.
We are cost sensitive ($1000 or less for whole package).

We WANT:

A dressing room.
Food (a kitchen we can use.)

If you have any ideas, leads, or contacts please write us at info@levantalsonora.com

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Any monthly things?

Alexz — Sun, 17 May 2009 18:14:44 GMT

Hey, new to the area, just thought I'd ask some questions from the AZ bellydancers! I've been living in san diego and am co-founder of the troupe Alioth Lotus (I go back and forth right now) and was wondering what performance options are around AZ. Any monthly showcases or anything?

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BellyDance Workshop in Pinetop Arizona!

MizzHell — Wed, 06 May 2009 04:24:27 GMT

Come escape the city in the cool mountains of Arizona! Shala of Vancouver, Washington is coming on Saturday, May 23rd 2009 at 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Pinetop Senior center.

Workshops are:
*Neo-Tribal 10-11:30
*Dancing with Zills 11:45-1:15
*Egyptian Choreagraphy 2:00-3:30

Prices are $10 for each or $25 for all three!!!

Dancing Performances are held from 6-9 p.m.
To register for classes or to sign up to dance: Call Shalah at 360-433-9356 or email boomdiadah@gmail.com

Workshops and dancing held at the Pinetop Lakeside Senior Center
1594 Johnson Dr, Lakeside, AZ 85929
Saturday May 23, 2009
(Doors open at 9:30 for registration and shopping).

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Fall Festival 08 in Bellydance Magazine!

Mahin — Fri, 01 May 2009 21:52:05 GMT

The Fall Festival of Music & Dance, hosted by Levant al Sonora (AZ's MECDA chapter) has a two page full color spread in "Bellydance: A Raqs Sharqi Magazine" !

Anaya Tribal, Carrie Konhya, , Of The Earth, Rukshana, Troupe Sahar, Xanadu Dancers and Zahr Jamil....
Two pages of beautiful pictures - Arizona should be proud!!

Spring 09 issue - I believe it will be available at Borders and Barnes and Noble soon.
Check out the photos in the Levant al Sonora Tribe for a peek!

Mark your calendar for Nov. 7th - the 2009 Fall Festival of Music & Dance!

Mahin, Demi, Tom & Trent
The Levant al Sonora Board

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Big Spring Hafla with Souhail Kaspar, Rachid Halihal, and Jane Archer

elissa — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:40:51 GMT

Please join us for an exciting weekend of dancing, drumming, and strumming for our third annual Spring Hafla event with Souhail Kaspar on May 2nd, 2009 in Tempe, Arizona.

Grammy-nominated percussionist Souhail Kaspar returns to the Valley of the Sun for a fun-filled weekend of dance, music, and drum workshops. Special guest artists include multi-talented Moroccan musician Rachid Halihal and the lovely neo-tribal dancer Jane Archer, owner of Euphoria Studios in Portland. Saturday night, come to the star-studded hafla dance party extravaganza featuring live music with Souhail and Rachid, a rocking percussion section and special guest musicians. There will be featured dance performances by the magnificent Jane Archer, funky Mia Donna, beautiful Christina Karras, and more surprises to be announced soon. Check out the vending bazaar including Zaghareet- featured Anaya Tribal where you can boost your dance wardrobe or get spring/summer birthday presents for that special someone. Wear your best spring dance gear and get ready to party! There is open dancing for everyone when the featured dancers aren't performing. The event takes place at the beautiful Plaza de Anaya World Fusion Studio in Tempe, Arizona.

Registration, location and information can be found here: www.phoenixhafla.com

The site is currently being updated, so if you have questions, please contact Elissa at elissanova@hotmail.com . We have early bird prices until March 15th and special reduced rates as part of our economic stimulus package. Don't wait! Workshop space is capped and the hafla will sell out, so please register early. (We're not kidding about the hafla selling out. We've had to turn people away in the past, so pleeease get your tickets early). See you there!!

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Sad News - Missing Person

Jon — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 20:35:51 GMT

I hope that this bum anyone out or come across as spam..

The son of a Tribe sister has gone missing.

Here is Bonnie's profile page:

http://people.tribe.net/artistpriestess

Christopher Roan,18, has been missing since September 3rd.

Please help his family find Chris.

(List of most recent sightings is below.)

Here is a news article:

http://www.ksl.com/?nid=148&sid=1772357

Chris's mom has a website:

http://www.findchris.org/

(the website has pictures, description of vehicle, contact information for law enforcement, etc.)

There have been some more recent leads. One is unfortunately connected to the murder of another young man. So the concern about Chris has intensified.

++++

List of Sightings:

He has been sighted in numerous desolate places within a 250+ range of Cedar City, UT

Colorado: Grand Junction, Cortez, Durango, Four Corners

Utah: Delta, Eureka, Green River, Logan, Park City, Knight .

New Mexico: Amalia, Raton

Arizona: Mexican Waters, Kayenta, Black Mesa

Nevada: Las Vegas, Reno, Elko, Eureka, Calienta

Please pass this along, especially to any friends in these areas.

Thank you for your concern.

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Squee!! Check out the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive video!!!

SamiraLV — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 21:49:58 GMT

I am so excited!!! The promotional video for the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive is now on the homepage of the website, www.bellydanceintensive.com

Please enjoy watching it...and then get busy and register today (if you haven't already)!!! September is just around the corner.

We'd like to credit the following people who helped make this video possible:

Editor-Danya Cornelius (please send all compliments to her!!)
Videography-Rob of Digital Edge Media www.digitaledge.tv
Photography-Brad of Taboo Media www.taboomedia.com
Music-Unveiled from the CD "Angelika Unveiled", composed & arranged by Raul Ferrando, and available at www.angelikanemeth.com

Much love,
Samira Tu'Ala
www.bellydanceintensive.com

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Want to perform in the Vegas Pro-Shows?

SamiraLV — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:51:19 GMT

Do you want to be considered for our evening pro-shows at the Intensive this year? This is your last chance...

Technically, you've missed the deadline, but because I failed to post a timely reminder announcement about the pertinent deadline, I have opted to extend the deadline for until April 15th. This is your last opportunity.

Visit the following link to read about requirements as well as to get the link to the online registration form. Click here for the Pro-show information page -- tinyurl.com/bs6tzg

This deadline is for the pro-shows only. There are still festival performance opportunities on Saturday and Sunday. The festival registration form is also on the website. Please visit our Festival information page for more details -- tinyurl.com/festivalinfo

Happy dancing,
Samira Tu'Ala, Organizer
www.bellydanceintensive.com
samira@bellydanceintensive.com

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Budget Plan for Wiggles of the West extended

designsbyjanie — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:45:27 GMT

Since I'm just getting started on our taxes (I know bad girl), Bill decided we should extend the $340 price for the Full package, incase other people are doing the same. This way if you are waiting for a tax return to sign up or waiting to see how big your return will be, before you spend money, we have you covered. So the Bargain price for the Full Package is extended to April 30, 2009!!!

Most of us have to save to be able to spend on our lovely dance. Me too. I would be saving to go to Wiggles, if I wasn't running it. So I will make you a deal. If there is a workshop you are just dying to take, sign up for it now as ala carte -- and then if you get a great tax return, a present, hit a jackpot, or whatever -- and want to buy a full package or a 2 day package -- I will apply what you have already paid to the package price and you pay the difference. It is a bookkeeping nightmare, but I will do it for you.

Hope to see you all at Wiggles in July in Vegas!!

Janie

http://www.wigglesofthewestlv.com

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Don't Wait for the Door!

Trent — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 22:53:13 GMT

Early Registration saves you up to $25
We've extended Early Registration discounts through Wednesday 18 March.
Classes that do not meet the minimum enrollment by the 18th will be canceled - so don't wait to register at the door.

---------------

Sunday, March 29th at Flor de Liz Studio in Tucson

Tribal Drills with Cari of Anaya Tribal
Thrills with Zills... Yes You Can! with Mahin of Zahr Jamil
Bollywood! with Hemina Kapadia of Aashiyaana Dance Co.

AND

Arabic Percussion with Gabby Tawil

Tell your friends and students.

Register at www.levantalsonora.com
email info@levantalsonora.com

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Looking for other dancers

kayla — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:10:53 GMT

Heyy, my name is kayla, and i've been bellydancing for a while, but i dont have any other dance friends.
I'm interested in tribal/fusion, but i appreciate all styles. I think it would be pretty neat to get a group together or something.
Does anyone else have any interest?

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Spring Workshops

Trent — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 00:19:39 GMT

Early registration for AZ MECDA's Spring Workshops in Tucson continues though 15 March 2008.

Cost is $30 at the door. Save 5$ (17%) when you register early.

See: www.levantalsonora.com
Write: info@levantalsonora.com

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Entertainer is closed -- will Alternative Wiggles be next

designsbyjanie — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 16:03:15 GMT

We closed Entertainer earlier in the week. We are now taking submissions for the Waiting List.

Alternative Wiggles may be next we only have 6 spots left!

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Hobbyist is the bew category for Wiggles of the West

designsbyjanie — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:46:02 GMT

Yes, it is true, after a big meeting this weekend in Las Vegas we added a NEW category. We have long needed an inbetween category that would fill in the space between Rising Star and Entertainer. Hobbyist is for those of us who just love to dance.

The requirements are 4 or more years experience. You can not perform for money on a regular basis, advertise as a professional, or be a teacher. This category is for Non-professionals. Belly Dance music only. You can be retired from teaching or performing.

I am an example of a Hobbyist. I have lots of experience dancing. I haven't taught a dance class in years. But still love to perform at Haflas and such.

The benifits are the fun of competiting, the great feedback you get from our judges, and you get to share your dance.

Hope to see you in Vegas in July!

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Spring Workshop Day in Tucson

Trent — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:25:19 GMT

Dear Dancers and Drummers,

Levant al Sonora, Arizona's MECDA Chapter, is proud to announce Spring Workshop Day in Tucson! Please join us on Sunday, March 29th for a diverse day of rhythm and dance.... Can you think of a better way to spend a Sunday? We can't!

Tribal.... Cabaret.... Bollywood.... Percussion

There will also be a beautiful Pre-Workshop Showcase on Saturday, March 28th at the Luxor. Performance spots will be available to workshop participants. Sign up today!

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Online registration and mail-in registration form here:

www.levantalsonora.com

Or contact:

info@levantalsonora.com

Base Price: $30.00 per workshop.
** Save $5.00 on each workshop if you register on or before March 15, 2009.
** Save $5.00 on each dance class after the first.
** MECDA members save $5.00 on dance classes. Lasts a year. Use for discounts at other MECDA events. Send in your MECDA membership application with your workshop registration and get the discount!

We hope to see YOU (and your dancer and drummer friends and distant acquaintances) in Tucson!

Levant al Sonora Board

Mahin Sciacca, President - Tom Pettijohn, Vice-President

Demi Faraday, Treasurer - Trent Shipley, Secretary

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR.... Summer Event in Northern Arizona on July 25th & 26th... head to the cool pines with us!

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Hookah Lounges

Amy — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 01:35:24 GMT

The restaurant/hookah lounges in Tucson seem to have found a way to work around the smoking ban, and I was wondering if the Phoenix locals have had similar luck.

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Performance Opportunities at the LAS VEGAS Bellydance Intensive are now AVAILABLE!!

SamiraLV — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 18:31:51 GMT

We are very excited to announce that registration for the festival portion of the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive is now OPEN!! Please visit tinyurl.com/festivalinfo for more details.

Additionally, we are also accepting online "auditions" for the evening shows. To be considered for the evening shows, please visit tinyurl.com/auditioninfo for all the details.

***Please note that the festival portion of our event is different from our evening shows. Inclusion in the evening shows is by an online audition and is a different submission form. Inclusion in the festival is open to anyone and is on a first-come first-served basis. If you want to be considered for the evening shows, we recommend filling out a festival submission form as well so you can still dance at the event if you aren't chosen for the show.***

We are looking forward to your participation in the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive this year.

Much Love & Happy Dancing,
Samira Tu'Ala, Organizer

www.bellydanceintensive.com
www.bellydanceintensive.mobi (for mobile phones)
702-296-9269

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New and Improved web site for Wiggles of the West!

designsbyjanie — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:06:58 GMT

Yes, we are still working on it, but we/I just can't wait any longer to tell everyone about our NEW and IMPROVED web site. It is wonderful and I'm proud to say my son designed it!!

We now have our own place to hang out, because the web site includes FORUMS. I do believe we have the first Belly Dance Competition web site with their own Forums. We have some forums up and can add more later as need arises. We also have our own Calendar!

We will keep the old site up until all the information has been transfered. Please do go check out our fabulous site at http://www.wigglesofthewestlv.com

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Phoenix Restaurant Performing

CarrieKonyha — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:46:37 GMT

Hey everyone,

Im going to be in town on the weekends through out the AZ Ren Fest Season (Feb 7th through March 29th) and am available to perform at Phoenix area restaurants on Friday nights during this time frame. Please keep me in mind for gigs. Contact me on my cell at (480) 748-1671. Visit my tribe profile page or my website for video clips of performances. http://gaiadance.net

Thanks!
Carrie

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Vending at Wiggles of the West Belly Dance Competiton is closed!!!

designsbyjanie — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:30:18 GMT

Yes, that is right we closed vending last night!! I'm so excited, can you tell. I will announce the last two venders as soon as their paperwork is in order.

As many of you know, we are an invitation only vending event. We are also a first come, first served event. We had several new venders interested in these last too spaces, but these venders jumped right in. Sometimes you just have to act.

We will have a lovely mix of venders for your shopping pleasure. Some long time friends, as well as some new faces. There will be something for everyone from Cabaret to Tribal!!!!

See you in Vegas in July!!
Janie

http://www.wigglesofthewest.com

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Five new bellydance classes starting! Try 1st one FREE

kahlea — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 22:27:49 GMT

If you want to reach me to inquire about bellydance classes offered on Wednesday eves, Thursday eves and Saturday afternoons or for private lessons visit www.freewebs.com/thegoddessgarden
My class schedules are posted there as well as FAQs and how to reach me. I am not on tribe so much any longer but you can now find me on mysapzz under K-Lee or on Facebook under K-lee Geelicious.
Also on facebook find the Bellydancers Arizona USA group and join us.

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MERRY CHRISTMAS

designsbyjanie — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 18:07:45 GMT

And a very Happy New Year!!! 2009 is going to be fabulous!!!!

Janie & Bill
Old Bag #1 & The Old Bag Dad

Hope to see you all in Vegas in July!
www.wigglesofthewest.com

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Ava Fleming Photos from the 2008 Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive have been Posted!!

SamiraLV — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 21:15:59 GMT

Photos from The 2008 Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive--featuring Ava Fleming, Kami Liddle, Karim “Turbo Table” Nagi, Aradia, Marjahani, and the best Oriental, Tribal, Folkloric, and Fusion talent from Las Vegas and beyond--have been posted:

[url=http://www.taboomedia.smugmug.com/gallery/6566758_DWgvk]Taboo Media - Photography- powered by SmugMug[/url]

ENJOY!!

(I want to give a big "THANK YOU" to Brad, with Taboo Media. His work is always so delicious and incredible!! He just really seems to be able to capture the nuances of the dance and the moment.)

BTW, the Las Vegas Bellydance Intensive now has its own WAP site. For those of you who don't know what a WAP site is...it's merely a website designed for a mobile cell phone. So those of you who are internet enabled savvy cell phone users can check us out at:

www (dot) bellydanceintensive (dot) mobi

Let us know what you think...

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Only 4 days left until the next Wiggles Workshop Package increase

designsbyjanie — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:46:16 GMT

Our Early Bird Special for a full workshop package at Wiggles of the West is about to go up on November 1st. Okay the package price is only increasing by $20. Installment (like a lay-a-way) plan goes up too, since we go from 8 payment to 6. Our new price will be good until Dec. 31st.

So act now at our lowest price and get all of this:
4 workshops on Thursday
2 workshops Friday morning
2 workshops Saturday morning
1 ticket to the Thursday "Meet & Greet" Hafla (buffet, dancing, & show)
1 ticket to the Friday Luncheon Buffet with show
1 ticket to the Saturday Luncheon Buffet with show
3 day pass to the contest (worth $30)
Gift Bag which includes "The Dancer's Notebook" by Janie Midgley
All for the low, low price of $300.00 (a $416.00 value)

Yes, that is right 16 hours of instruction, 3 buffets with shows just for us (no lines), and so much more for only $300!!!

You can sign up on line at http://www.wigglesofthewest.com and click on 'workshops'. Want to see who is coming to teach these great workshops? I am adding the Instructors and their classes on the front page, as the contracts come in. If you don't reccognize the name, click on it and you will be taken to their web site.

A huge bargain at its absolute best price for only 4 more days!!

See you at Wiggles of the West in July!!
Janie

http://www.wigglesofthewest.com

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Fall Festival of Music and Dance

Trent — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 05:42:26 GMT

Join Levant al-Sonora for our Second Anniversary Fall Festival of Music and Dance

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday, 1 November 2008
First Congregational Church
1407 N. 2nd Street (1/2 block south of McDowell Road), Phoenix, AZ
$5.00 per person. Children under five free.

--10 vendors, including Efes serving food.
--Non-stop entertainment from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, including five bands.
--120 performers
--Seven drop-in workshops. Suggested donation, $5.00.
--Raffle and prizes.

Bring your friends!

Workshop and stage schedules available at http://www.levantalsonora.com.

Email info@levantalsonora.com for more information.

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wprkshop with Kate Pitroff in Tucson!

katep — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 03:46:05 GMT

Sunday, December 7, 2008
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Zuzi East Studio
738 N. 5th Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85705

Rather than learning a cookie-cutter choreography or isolated drills, in this workshop we will discover techniques to build layers of interest into your dance. These methods can add nuance and expression to both improvisational and choreographed performances.

$35 pre-registered (must be postmarked by 11/29)
$40 at door
Pre-registration is highly recommended; previous dance experience is required.

Please email: kate (at) ape-law (dot) com for registration address, or a .jpg of the event flyer.

Kate began her study of Raks Sharki/Middle Eastern Dance in 1985, with Susan Wilson in Tucson, AZ, from whom she learned an appreciation of rhythm and technique. In 1994, she joined Xanadu Studio and began learning from Kathryn Ferguson, international teacher and instructor. She was soon featured as a troupe soloist, and became a frequent teacher at the Studio through 2008, leading classes for beginning through advanced students. Her time with Ms. Ferguson helped her appreciate the importance of emotional musical interpretation.

She takes workshops in dance and rhythm whenever possible in order to expand her knowledge base, and has enjoyed classes with Morocco, Mary Ellen Donald, Jim Boz, Rachel Brice, Dahlena, Armando Mafufo, and Issam Houshan (among others).

As a teacher, she is recommended for her patient, thorough breakdown of movement and combinations.

"Sublime is the word that comes to mind while watching Kate dance. Full of elegance, humor and grace, you just can't take your eyes off her. And as a teacher, Kate is intelligent and thorough, demonstrating her personal skill, as well as extracting the best from a student."

--Kathryn Ferguson
International Teacher, Performer, and Producer

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studio moving- free bellydance class offer

kahlea — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 17:33:45 GMT

I know, I know! Just when I got settled in, paint almost done (well, aside from that ONE wall! wink), and the freakin utility bill is finally coming down I'm moving? Yup.
When I had to close my Wed class due to it being full, when I had to add a Thursday class, when my first tribal class on Saturday became a challenge due to size, my quaint, cozy lil space just didnt do us justice.

It'll be so nice to share responsibility with others, have a bigger dance room, have a wood floor, have two kickin ceiling fans, higher ceilings and yoga yoga yoga!
So my classes make the transfer on October 1st 2008 to The Arcadia area of Phoenix.
The schedule will be:
Fundamentals for Beginners- Wed- 7:40-9pm= $13 (for now so get it while it's at this nice low price)
Fundamentals for Beginners-Sat 12:30-1:30=$13
Basic Tribal Two- $95/8 weeks- 1:45-2:45pm
Tribal Level Two- $95/8 weeks- 3-4pm

I hope to add an additional class during the week in the earlier evening so we shall see.
We accept visa, mc, paypal, cash and I will take a check from students who have been with me for awhile.

And tell ya what- tell me you saw this offer on TRIBE and I will let you take a fundamentals class FREE for your first visit. This is for new faces only so I can make some new student friends.

Thanks for the support in our old location, our new location and now back to the old stomping grounds. Wait till you see the new space- soooo pretty!
COME IN AND BLOSSOM!
Msg me for the details on exactly where the free class/new studio is.

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roommate needed

Tricia — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:08:47 GMT

room for rent in Tempe downtown located home. 350 per month that price includes all utilities. we have a washer and dryer, pool, spa, vegetable garden. must like cats. it is a great place for dancers / spinners because there is a full studio instead of a living room! Call Tricia 480-233-6706

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SAVE THE DATE: 12/07/08 in Tucson

katep — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 07:42:40 GMT

Hey everyone -- I will be coming home to visit and will be teaching a workshop at Zuzi on Sunday, December 7. More details to come; I just want to start getting the word out so you can pencil me in :)

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Aziza Raqs Vegas!!! Oct 3-4th, 2008, Registration Open!!!

AradiaLV — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 17:03:11 GMT

Come join us in fabulous Las Vegas for a weekend Show and Workshop with the Fabulous Aziza of Montreal!!
Space is limited, register now!!

www.aradialv.com/content/view/26/

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Helm and Ashara in ST George, Utah! sept 12-13

FuzzyEarthDancer — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 16:04:59 GMT

Tabu is honored and excited about performing at the Helm/Asharah show in St. George, Utah on Sat. Sept. 13!

Asharah is an amazing dancer and so fun! And Helm is one of my favorite bands. They do alot of the tribal/ATS style music. Not only is there a show on Sat, but they are both offering workshops Friday and Saturday! Helm is doing two 3 hour workshops on Friday and Saturday. I'm so excited. Their Saturday workshop is on Romani Line dance steps which is a special treat and their Friday workshop is on Arabic Rhythms of Upper Egypt. Thia is also teaching a classical Indian dance workshop on Saturday. And you don't want to miss the opportunity to take classes from DC's Asharah on Sat. More information is available at
www.romdeussen.com/September_Show.html

So come on up to St. George - it's only a 2 hour drive from Vegas - and join Tabu for this awesome and inspiring celebration of tribal dance.

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Performance opportunity Coppercon 8/30/08 get into the Con FREE

Raveena — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:18:21 GMT

Ok ladies, through no fault of my own, I ended up organizing and finding dancers for 3 performance slots at Coppercon this weekend. With only days to go, over half the dancers have still not RSVP'd or just plain said no, quit last minute, or have to do their laundry that day so they are busy.
I can't find anyone that wants to get into Coppercon FREE with FREE food, FREE drink, FREE relaxation lounge and green room to SAVE MY SOUL!

Anywho, Here's the deal.
10:00 am, 2pm, and 8pm at half time during the masquerade.
· 30 minutes per show, 5-10 minutes per dancer seems about right.
· Group performances are welcome.
· You are allowed to pick up passes at any time in the day up to 6pm and just dance at one of the time slots.
· Free food, beverages, lounge, and green room available for changing, relaxing, preparing, and storing valuable props.
· Sound system provided by DJ Dilo includes: 2 cd changeable turntable with EFECTS, mixing, fading, anything you want, ladies! Bring music, but if you want backup just in case you forget/scratch a CD, please email the name and artist of the song, the DJ might already have it.
· No guest passes for non-performers. Prices for guests:
· $45 at the door Kids 7-12 half price* Kids 0-6 Free* *With an adult paid ticket.

Embassy Suites Hotel at 4415 E. Paradise Village Parkway South (Just south off Cactus around the 44th Street area). The convention registration tables, should be in the lobby. www.coppercon.org
All performers will fill out paperwork allowing the show to be filmed.

Please help. Did I say I'm desperate? I WILL beg.
spidell_renea@hotmail.com

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dancers needed for upcoming events

bellydancecostumesbytc — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 16:09:58 GMT

Performers wanted for up coming events

Coffee house show Fall/Winter 2008-2009 date pending.

Oct. 31, 2008- A Halloween performance art at the Alwun House. Will be presenting a Middle Eastern dance-influenced piece called “Crude Affection”. (This is political satire must have a sense of humor and not so uptight)

Nov. 23, 2008 Big Love For Citrus Festival at Kiwanas Park Tempe AZ

Feb 2009 Performance art piece. Will be presenting two works, Venus in Furs and The Sirens. Both are Middle Eastern dance influenced, also this program contains adult subject matter.

If you have some dance or performing art experience (will be happy to work with new dancers) please contact me at tcsdance@aol.com.

Practices will be fun but productive. We may do some giggling but work will get done! And for the performance art piece please read below:
*Must be able to arrive on time
*Must be able to return emails or phone calls
*Must work well with others
*Must be able to arrive on time
*Low ego maintenance
*Must have time to practice at home
*Must be able to return practice materials and borrowed costume items
*Must want to have fun
*Must be dependable
*And did I say must be able to arrive on time?

AND NEED COSTUMES???????
Check out my items at

www.bellydancecostumesbytc.com

http://www.myspace.com/tccostumes

http://people.tribe.net/bellydancecostumsbytc

TC

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Free bellydance class offer

kahlea — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 06:47:45 GMT

I opened up a dance & fitness studio in Phoenix late spring and this is my way of luring you in to check out the studio and try out bellydance! Your first class is free.
All you have to do is msg me so I can reserve space for you (Dont want to overfill the classes).
The free classes are offered to beginners and those new to bellydance and are offered on Saturdays from 12:30-1:30 OR Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 OR Thursdays from 6:30-7:30.
Bring your sister, your mom, your aunt, a friend or co-worker. Come see how fun bellydance is and what a great workout it can be!
www.freewebs.com/thegoddessgarden
Studio is located in Phx off the 51 near Indian School Road.
Students must be 18 years or older to participate.

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Plaza de Anaya ~ World Fusion Studio LLC

Plaza.de.Anaya — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 06:04:19 GMT

Go check out our website www.PlazaDeAnaya.com to see all the amazing Dance classes we have to offer!

Domba to Mystic Jewell to Plaza de Anaya ….. all World Fusion Studio’s

Plaza de Anaya has taken on the torch to continue the Legacy of Music and Dance at 524 W Broadway Rd Suite 107, Tempe AZ 85282.

For those of you who have been part of the journey over the years you will see some old and some new, for those of you who are new to the Studio come join this Magical Place and create some lasting memories at the New Cultural Community Gathering Place.

August 4th, Monday 2008 Started the new journey!

We have three styles of Tribal Bellydance represented at Plaza de Anaya…., you’ve seen the girls around town now come take a class from them! Gina of Bedouin Tribe teaches Domba style, Cari and Tiffany of Anaya Tribal Style and Lenay and Heather are certified Fat Chance Instructors. Tribal provides dancers with structured cues to improvise group dances. This allows the freedom to create unique group performances while building a trusting, fun group environment!

We also have New Styles at Plaza de Anaya - James of Scorpius Dance Theater combines several styles of dance into a class to combine expression of emotion into the dance. Athene brings high Energy dances of South America and the Caribbean: Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cariba, Reggae ton, and Dance Hall that will get you in shape, help improve your bellyrolls, latin dance and club dancing.

Scandalesque is present at Plaza de Anaya with their unique style of a burlesque and cabaret show with a vaudevillian aesthetic consisting of provocative singing, dancing and outlandish variety acts. In addition to their regular Burlesque classes Julianna will be teaching a Dance Conditioning class.

Speaking of Conditioning we have a very special Instructor teaching Hatha Yoga on Saturdays! Laura, come get to know her and capture the energy. Well now that we’ve mentioned Energy …. we have to mention Ellisha of Deja who will be teaching her Famous Sword class….. not to be missed!

Music? We have music! Elissa will be teaching drumming on Wednesdays! Learn the Middle Eastern rhythms to be able to drum, improve your zil playing, and dance!

Plaza de Anaya believes in Community, and we have an amazing local ICON in the Dance Community teaching at the Studio this session…… Morgiana, if you don’t know her…. You NEED to!

Whether you are technically advanced or just beginning we have a class for you!

WARNING! "side effects" of classes are as follows: clear mind, lowered blood pressure, rejuvenated energy, self-awareness, appreciation for self and classmates etc. Men are also welcome in class!

Be part of the Family, come join us Drop-in's are always welcome at anytime during the session!

Please visit our website www.PlazaDeAnaya.com to see the new class schedule with class descriptions. You can actually sign up for your classes online, or in the studio!

Plaza de Anaya ~ World Fusion Studio
524 W Broadway Rd Suite 107
Tempe, AZ 85024 (between Priest and Mill)
(480) 894-8777
www.PlazaDeAnaya.com
Plaza.de.Anaya@gmail.com

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WEI Dance For Change Event!

AmandaRose — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 02:20:48 GMT

August 8th at Layalena The Womans Entrepreneurship Initiative will be putting on an event to raise money for widowed women in India.

The mission of the Womens Entrepreneurship Initiative is to encourage social entrepreneurship among women by providing grants and microloans in the aftermath of social epidemics. In support of this mission the Women’s Entrepreneurship Initiative will:

• Empower individuals and organizations worldwide through the encouragement of social entrepreneurism;

• Create new jobs that are needed, wanted, and encouraged by the surrounding community;

• Alleviate current debt and break the cycle of debt inheritance passed on through generations;

• Use social entrepreneurial activities as a way to minimize social epidemics that arise from debt inheritance such as suicide, fleeing the country, and violent protests.

Momentarily we are working in India and are having an even in Phoenix this coming August. Please come and join us to support this cause and watch some fantastic performers!

Line Up Includes Thus Far:
Amanda Rose
Ava Fleming
Helena Vlahos
Myryka
Ellisha
Boom Boom Bollywood
Aurora
Samantha Riggs
Diosa

Tickets are $25 in advance and $28 at the door. They include Show, Dinner, and 2 Raffel Tickets.

Flyer is found in the photos for the tribe

Please come join us for this fantastic event for a fantastic cause!

Amanda Rose

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bellydance items for sale

Heather — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 03:30:25 GMT

I am cleaning out my closet, and I have posted in my profile the photos of items I have for sale. If you're interested, please PM me. First come, first purchased!

Happy Dancing,
Heather :)

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HUGE Clearance sale at the Mystic Jewell

Lisa — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:31:41 GMT

Mystic Jewell dance studio in Tempe changing ownership.. new owners are re-decorating so lots of stuff is on sale!! Come help us get it ready for Plaza De Anaya to move in!

-Jewelry
-Costumes... lots and lots of costumes!!
-Clothing racks
-Decorative Shelves
-Fabrics
-Furniture
-Rugs
-Tapestries
-Poi
-Decorative Pillows
-CDs
-DVDs
-Bindis
Tons of stuff... all priced to sell. Sale is from 11-5 Friday, Saturday and Sunday
524 W. Broadway Ste 107
Tempe
480-894-8777

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Dance or play music

Trent — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:13:28 GMT

Levant al Sonora may still have a few performance openings left for our Saturday, 1 November 2008 show. If you want to perform, contact Mahin at president@levantalsonora.com.

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Sell stuff

Trent — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:12:20 GMT

Levant al-Sonora still has vending space available at its Saturday, 1 November 2008 Festival of Music and Dance. It is going fast, in fact we are probably out of covered space.

If you want to sell stuff -- out in the sun and possibly rain -- contact Mahin at president@levantalsonora.com

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Aziza Raqs Vegas

AradiaLV — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 05:51:35 GMT

Hey Gang,
I am putting out the word for volunteers for the Aziza workshop and show. I
will have registration up in the next week, There will be a show Oct 3rd,
line up coming soon, and a 5 hour workshop on Saturday the 4th. For those who
would like to vend at the event please let me know, you can contact me off list
at _Aradia@aradiaLV.com_ (mailto:Aradia@aradiaLV.com) . I will be offering
discounts for volunteers and also for teachers who bring in 5 or more students.
My web designer is creating the pages as we speak. MEDASN is co sponsoring
the event, so we are looking to have a rockin' event!!!!

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Local musicians for Belly dancers?

zahira — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 23:27:40 GMT

Hi y'all!
By a show of hands, what musicians/ bands do we have in the area? Or, musicians close enough & willing to travel to the Valley? We have Mid East Feast coming up FAST (Aug 23rd) and I'd love to chat with someone about live music!
Thanks!
Lady Zahira

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Aug 16 ~ Bohemian Cabaret- Danse de Cirque

kahlea — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 08:08:32 GMT

Bellydancers, Tramps and Freaks!
Step right up, come one, come all!

Info at:
www.freewebs.com/thegoddessgarden

Hope to see you there!

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belly dance bra and belt for sale

bellydancecostumesbytc — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:54:55 GMT

This is a hand made costume. Both bra and belt are lined. The bra will fit a 34 C. The bra is very sturdy will hold it's shape well.
This costume will work great for new students, hobbyist, class recitals, parties photos and performances.
This is an original one of a kind costume. May see photos in my pics on page 1.

The bra will fit a 34 C. The bra cups are covered in a pink colored fabric with pink bugle beads sewn into the fabric. The bra is trimmed in a gold sequin gimp trim. The bra has beaded fringe made from pink seed beads that hangs about 4 3/4 inches long in groups of three .The neck straps are about 34 inches long and tie in a criss cross manner with D rings. The side panels are covered in a pink color velvet fabric(as well as the neck straps I would like to add) The side panels have D rings attach to the ends to add closure for the bra. The is bra is lined and very sturdy will hold it's shape.

The belt is cover in the same pink beaded fabric and gold trim as the bra cups. . The belt is one piece and is a tie front as if it were a hip sash . (has a bit more weight to it than a hip sash) The belt has an elastic casing in the back that can be gather to help with a better fit around the hips for a dancer with curves. The belt is 35 inches long. The belt will fit a small to medium . the belt can be sized down before I send it if you would like it smaller. The fringe is made from pink colored seed beads like on the bra and is about 5 3/4 inches long. This is a nice set sparkles well in light and good movement with the fringe Email with any questions and more photos. This set is 50.00 plus 8.00 shipping in US . will also ship international email for rates

TC

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New Pharos LIVE pics

Pharos — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 06:59:28 GMT

Mikel Florman's Pharos pics are available here (slide show).

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=376417472

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Thank you, thank you!

Bastet — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:54:00 GMT

Seriously, AZ rocked my world. Everyone I met was incredibly sweet and supportive---I will definitely have to make my way back to Phoenix/Tempe sometime! Thank you to everyone who came and the incredible Kimberly for taking in my husband and I, and Tiffany who set everything up, and Glenn for putting everything together, and Colleen for helping to organize everything......I'm out of breath!! Anyway, thanks again everyone! I had a blast and I hope you did too!
Butt Wiggle Hugs!
Bastet

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Thank you, Pharos!

Kendra — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:03:57 GMT

Hey hey, so Pharos Live has come and gone, and I just want to say: IT ROCKED! What an amazing show, what a bunch of kickass workshops. You dancers and drummers out there in Arizona really know how to throw a good party. Thanks to all the fabulous performers and teachers, but thanks most of all to GLENN for making the whole thing happen!

Glenn, you are such a bad-ass. Thanks again for having us.

Hope to see you all again next summer. And look us up whenever you come to Seattle or the West Coast.
xoxo,
Kendra from Hands of Kali :)

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what? A FREE bellydance class? Or yoga? mmm...

kahlea — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 08:11:24 GMT

Bellydance has long been misunderstood and confused with stripping. It is not in any way like stripping. Bellydance is a classy, feminine artform with mesmerizing moves that are sultry not sexual. It is an amazing form of low to medium impact exercise that will both challenge you and help you tone up.
My classes are open to ALL sizes, ages and types of women. I have taught the painfully shy, the overweight, the clumsy, the nerdy. Believe me- it is fun and it is a great excuse to get out of the house for some "me time" away from the kids, the spouse, the office, the emails, the phone... let me take you away this summer on a vacation in bellydance. You will emerge feeling confident and graceful if you give it a try.
Our new studio in Phoenix has classes for beginners- yes! Even if you have zero dance experience. We also have more challenging classes for those who have had past bellydance experience. Choose from our vast array of classes offered at www.freewebs.com/thegoddessgarden
We have world styles, fundamentals, tribal style, tribaret, and more. Not into dancing? Come relax your body AND your mind with one of our refreshing yoga classes.
Tell ya what; come in and tell any one of our instructors you saw the ad on TRIBE and we'll let ya take your first class FREEEEEEE.
Now you cannot refuse, can you!?
The Goddess Garden
Come in and blossom!

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Pharos Live is HERE

Pharos — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 11:09:22 GMT

It's here!

The Show: Saturday June14th, 7:30pm at The Sets in Tempe, AZ (93 E. Southern... Southern and Mill).

Pharos Workshops:

Saturday June 14th and Sunday June 15th. Schedule available here (blog section):

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=376417472

Pre-registrations have been going great, but plenty of room still available. Walk-ins/Drop-ins WELCOME! (cash or check). Just show up for the class(es) you want and your IN!

Trash City's online box office is closed! Just show up to the workshops you want. For the Pharos LIVE! Show, tickets are available at the door throughout the night (no price difference).

Raquy and the Cavemen, Hands of Kali , and Bastet have been in Phoenix since this morning (dining, sight-seeing, shopping, etc.). They love it. Now come out and show these great artists some AZ love in return!

Last chance...

Peace!

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Pharos Schedule and Info

Pharos — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:44:17 GMT

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=376417472&blogID=404873156

Pharos Site:

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=376417472

Critical Info:

WALK-INS, DROP-INS are more than welcome at Pharos. There is no price difference. We ain't like dat! We want everyone to come, partake , and enjoy. So come, take a workshop or two and immerse yourself in Pharos.

Parking: You can park wherever you like at ASU for Pharos' workshops. But if you don't park where I'm about to tell you to park, you will be towed ($120). Don't believe me, Valerie and I got towed just 2 days ago. So pay attention. Pharos workshop parking IS the APACHE parking structure located at Normal St and Apache Blvd. Parking is FREE and you don't need a decal (don't let the signs weird you out). If you park anywhere else, it is at your own risk.

The Apache Parking Structure is like 100 feet away from the SRC building. The SRC is located at 400 E. Apache (Normal and Apache). The entrance to the SRC faces North. Once you enter the SRC, there will be signs posted directing you to the workshop areas. There is security at the front desk and they are aware of the event. Just say you are there for the Pharos event and you will be guided to your destination. The workshops are on the second level, on the south end in rooms C and D. We will have personnel there to assist you in "check-in".

At first you will enter the SRC and be overwhelmed. It's big, state of the art, and nice. Get over it. Pharos owns the SRC for Saturday and Sunday... which means you own it as well. You will see the "studio" rooms and your heads will prolly explode. They are nice and clean and modern and have that spongy stuff underneath the hardwood (easy on your footsies), and plenty of mirrors and natural sunlight and massive AC. There is a balcony with a pretty cool view as well (for you dagnasty smokers).

You can bring in beverages, water bottles, and even snacks if you like. However, whatever you bring in, you take out with you. I don't know if the ASU's MU is open on the weekends, but the MU building (not too far away) houses at least a dozen fast food restaurants. It's actually quite sick. ASU has it going on! (our tax dollars at work).

Photography is allowed and Mikel Floorman may even take some professional pics of the workshops.

I hope you all can appreciate how difficult it was to get ASU on board to support these workshops. We've been in constant negotiations with ASU for over a month. In the end, they are proud to support Pharos and support our drum and dance community. They find merit in the workshops being held, and they are behind us. We have over two million dollars of insurance to protect everyone. However, all participants must sign our waiver form at check-in or you cannot participate in workshops and there are absolutely no refunds for any reason.

The Show: Yes, it's open photography! You are allowed to take pics. We just ask that you keep it to a minimum. Constant "flashes" negatively affect the performance groups. Take pics, but be respectful.

If you have questions, post them and they will promptly be answered.

Thanks.

Pharos LIVE is on Saturday, June 14th at The Sets (93 E. Southern) in Tempe, AZ.

Pharos workshops ARE AT ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY IN THE STUDENT RECREATION COMPLEX (SRC) located @ 400 E. Apache (Apache and Normal) in Tempe.

I hope you all come out to support local music, drumming, and dancing. This is a phenomenal show (a don't miss event!), and the workshops are great too!

Thank you for your support and everyone involved in Pharos (about 100 people from our community) hope to see you there.

For those who can't make Pharos, other local events are occuring during the weekend as well: Way out West and I believe Naj is hosting a gathering as well. We wish them the best of luck and will miss them at Pharos LIVE!

Snarf...

Out

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It's here!!

Bastet — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 16:22:57 GMT

....that moment we've all been waiting for.....
Pharos Live!
There are still tickets available to both the workshops and the show, available at www.trashcityentertainment.com.
Here are my workshops and what you can expect:

Saturday, June 14th, Precision Flow: Stop on a Dime, Bend Space and Time
We'll start with 5-10 minutes of pilates to wake up the muscles and strengthen your legs, arms, and core. Then, we'll jump right into drills that will help with the locks in the combinations. The first combination is called the Triberet Combo and will include challenging moves such as my signature "slide-lock", sidewinders, and my "undulation rewind" mixed with some super slow hip circles and articulated hip drop kicks. The second combo is the Motorcycle Combo, and is the most challenging part of the workshop. You'll combine half Mayas, chest cresents, and undulations into incredibly fast small combinations that suddenly stop and ooze into slow chest rotations. At the end of the 1.5 hrs, we'll stretch and cool your muscles with 5-10 minutes of yoga to help prepare you for the rest of your fun, workshop-filled day! Hopefully, we can get to everything!

Double Fan Fusion (of course!):
We'll start with 5-10 minutes of pilates to wake up the muscles and strengthen your legs, arms, and core. Then, how to hold your fans and open/close them. We'll drill simple fan movements in a slinky, sassy traveling move. Then, we'll work on layering fans with some classic bellydance moves, both stationary and traveling. We'll combine our layers into chort combos such as the Damsel Combo (inspired by Rachel Lazarus Soto) and The Setting Sun (and others!). All of these will then be combined into one huge combo. At the end of the 1.5 hrs, we'll stretch and cool your muscles with 5-10 minutes of yoga to help prepare you for the rest of your fun, workshop-filled day!

I can't wait!!!!

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ONE WEEK AWAY!

Pharos — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 08:54:42 GMT

The time is fast approaching for Pharos LIVE! (JUST ONE WEEK AWAY!). We are stoking the embers to “light it up” as we speak, cuz this show is going to be the HOTTEST thing to hit our AZ Dance and Drum community since Jose burned his jalapeno and called it chipotle.

So follow the light on Saturday, June 14th to The Sets (93 E. Southern) in Tempe, AZ to see 7 (yes seven) LIVE music groups performing for some of the best and hottest belly dancers, African dancers, interpretive and fusion dancers in AZ and beyond!

We have (Dancers):

Amanda Rose (Belly Dancer of the Universe 2008)
Deja Dance Collective
Arizona Drum and Dance
Satori Sunrise
Of the Earth
Carrie Konyha
Lara
Mahin
Diosa (Belly Dancer of the Universe Runner-up 2004)
Renee
Jen (Bedouin Tribe)
Desert Flowers
Anaya Tribal
Hands of Kali
Bastet
Katara

...all performing to incredible live music from the likes of
Traveler
Cosmos
Of the Earth
Soleil Noir
The White Claws
Arizona Drum and Dance

...and head-lining the show, all the way from Brooklyn, New York, RAQUY AND THE CAVEMEN!!!! (and they said it couldn’t be done... Well, we did it!).

Remember, show starts at 7:30pm (doors open 1 hour in advance). Tickets are sold up to the show time. Also remember that each ticket includes two FREE drinks ($10 savings right there). There will be a hooka bar on the patio and The Sets does serve food! There are also vendors promoting and selling there wares in our “market place”.

Don’t miss the Hands of Kali’s audience tarot reading...

Pharos LIVE: Bringing musicians and dancers together for a show by the community and for the community, bringing some of the best out of state talent to your doorstep, and portraying an ungodly amount of talent and instigating a helluva lot of fun for all.

Let Pharos draw you in. Follow the light... We hope to see you there.

Thank you for your support :)

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A great loss for the Tucson dance community

Fonda — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 06:04:40 GMT

I am sad to report that Carrie Compton of Veils of Mystery has passed away. Many of you may know Carrie as an amazing performer in spite of her blindness. It was always amazing to watch her perfom. This is a great loss for the Tucson dance community. My deepest sympathy to all of her sisters from Veils.

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MECDA Fall Festival of Music & Dance

Mahin — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 02:17:07 GMT

Hello Dancers,

The MECDA chapter is now taking reservations for performance spots on the festival stage. We will have ongoing entertainment from 10:30am to 5:00pm - that's a lot of dancing - come be part of it!

Soloists 5 minutes
Duet/Trio 10 minutes
Troupes 4+ 15 minutes

There will also be 7 drop-in workshops presented by instructors from throughout the state. Please check here for more info:
www.levantalsonora.com

We also need people to volunteer to help with admissions, stage managing and workshop helpers - this can be just a 1 or 2 hour stint during your day and will be greatly appreciated. It takes a LOT more than the 4 members of the MECDA chapter board to run an event like this!

To reserve a spot and/or volunteer please email president@levantalsonora.com.

Thanks,
Mahin

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Angelia teaching belly dance classes

Angelia — Fri, 30 May 2008 23:19:31 GMT

Hello:

It's that time again.....belly dance classes w/ Angelia. I will started a Tuesday night beginning class at my house on May 27th at 730pm. If you would like to drop in, it will be $10 a lesson. I also have a Saturday morning class, starting May 31st, that is at 1030am. You can do a $10 drop in fee, or pay $40 for the six week session. Both classes are an hour long group lesson. This will be out of my home, in Mesa, near McKellips and Horne. The session must be pre-paid by the 1st class, if it's not, than you can do $10 drop-ins.

I am also teaching at Tandoori Times in Scottsdale, on Thursday for $10 for an hour lesson. Class starts at 730pm. Tandoori Times is located at 6810 E. 5th Ave, Scottsdale AZ 85251
additional info can be found at http://www.tandooritimes.com/

Well if you need more info call me at 480-610-5857

thanks

Angelia

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Check out Pharos LIVE bands!

Pharos — Wed, 28 May 2008 22:27:38 GMT

Check out these sites to see the Pharos LIVE bands, read blogs, listen to music, and perhaps even watch some video.

Soleil Noir
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=138223754&MyToken=a0e4f65b-d941-4904-99d0-b8c1b3711db9

Of the Earth
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=231224926&MyToken=5254e12e-bd11-4451-b5e7-13dc9a64897b

The White Claws
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=130468392&MyToken=d716db71-8359-45db-89ec-e8ab1274fa9d

Traveler
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=177184319

Cosmos
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=277359346

Raquy and the Cavemen
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=10484474

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Aashiyaana Dance Academy...Indian and Belly Dance classes starting!!

sherryv — Fri, 23 May 2008 00:55:30 GMT

Here's our first class... We have Indian choreographies coming in July!!

BellyDance for Beauty and Health
Have Fun and Feel Sexy while you Exercise

Tuesday nights starting May 20 2008
with Sherry VanGoethem
of ADC Performance Troupe and Dance Academy.
Held at the Center for True Harmony Wellness and Medicine
2152 S. Vineyard #138 Mesa AZ 85210
www.trueharmonywellness.com
480-539-6646-ph

Classes will be from 6:20 to 7:20 on Tuesdays. $15/class

Details:

All levels are welcome!
We will be drilling the basic belly dance moves.
For the mid-level to advanced student: Create purified muscle memory in the moves and FULL extension in each of the moves.
For the beginner student: Introduce yourself to the beautiful and sensual moves of belly dance. Begin to master these moves by developing muscle memory.

Benefits:
Develop abdominal muscle strength and definition. You will work all part of your ‘six pack’, the upper, middle and lower abs.
Decrease back pain by learning the moves that will strengthen your lower back and upper back.
Increase arm strength and definition by mastering the belly dance posture
(I call it the Queen pose!)
Get a ‘bum lift’ ;) You will be doing great gluteal exercises to strengthen and actual lift your bum to give you rounded effect from hind sight.
Minimize that shoulder pain by opening up your chest muscles and ‘dropping your traps’. Do your shoulders feel like they are raised to your ears? We will stop that!

In each class we will target different body parts and drill the moves to make each class fun, different, progressive, did I mention …FUN FUN FUN. Listen to great grooving music, move your body, increase your heart rate and learn dance you can take home to your man;)

Check out our youtube videos: www.youtube.com/shonigori

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I need a fix...

Morgan — Tue, 20 May 2008 02:12:59 GMT

Hello,
My name is Morgan. I just moved to phoenix, and I am bored out of my mind! I am in need of some good old near-eastern music, dance and especially food. Any suggestions? Thanks, and I wish you all well.

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Workshop Descriptions and NEW Pharos Info:

Pharos — Fri, 16 May 2008 02:48:28 GMT

Here is the 411 announcement of the Pharos event workshops and general info and more. Enjoy!

We’ve made some changes. The workshops have moved to a new location. All workshops will be held at ASU in their state of the art Student Recreation Complex (SRC). The address is 400 E. Apache. It’s basically on Normal St. and Apache Blvd. Parking is on the west side of Normal St in the Apache parking facility and parking will be FREE! The SRC is on the east side of Normal St. Keep in mind that the back of the building faces Apache Blvd. The front of the building is on the North side facing into the campus. None of the times or prices have changed.

Workshops:

AFRICAN DANCE FOR BELLY DANCERS
(Sunday, June 15th, 2008 from 1:30pm to 3:00pm)
ASU Student Recreation Complex (SRC) Dance room D
$30
Instructor:
Mabiba Baegne

One of the best and well known African dancers/drummers/singers, Mabiba Baegne, will be in town on Sunday June 15th to teach ONE WORKSHOP ONLY at the Mystic Jewell Studio at 1:30pm (as part of Pharos). This is the rarest of opportunities to learn from the best. And, she knows that many of your are belly dancers, so her dance class has you in mind.

Beyond that, this is the only dance class that is taught to LIVE drummers, courtesy of AZ Drum and Dance. She’s gonna work you out and rock your world. I’m fairly certain that every instructor for Pharos is taking this class (depending on schedule), so you won’t be alone. New horizons and mixing it up... that’s what it’s all about. Check out the BIO below (workshop price $35. Registration available at www.Trashcityentertainment.com under Pharos):

Mabiba Baegne was born in Brazzaville in the Congo and was initiated
into dance by her grandparents when she was eight years old.

She joined the National Ballet of the Congo with Bolle Bantu. She worked as artistic director, choreographer and taught dancing, drumming and singing plus performed with children (from kindergarten through university level) and also with adults.

Mabiba has worked under the tutelage of Grand Master Djembe players Famoudou Konate and Mamady Keita. Mabiba has toured and performed with both djembe players. She teamed with Mamady in the famous Zig Zag School of African dancing and drumming in Belgium.

As a singer she has toured with Salif Keita, Mamady Keita, and Samba Ngo. She appeared on television and radio programs singing with well-known French singer, France Gall. She is a featured singer on Mamady’s first CD (“Wassolon”) and was a member of Sewa Kan. For many years, Mabiba has been in high demand as a dance and drumming teacher throughout the United States.

In the United States, Mabiba has been instrumental in teaching Central and West African dancing and singing. As well as the first woman to teach traditional West African (Guinea) dununs in the U.S. She was the first woman to produce a dunun training tape here. She has given Master classes at Stanford, San Francisco State, Oregon State, University of Washington (Seattle), UC Santa Cruz, Mills College (Oakland), etc.

Among her US performances, was her role as “Djinga (the King Queen of Angola)” at Brooklyn Academic of Music, in Minneapolis, MN, at the Shakespeare Center in Washington, DC and at Mills College (Oakland).

ZILS & FRAMES:
(Saturday, June 14th, 2008 from 12:30 to 2:00pm)
ASU SRC building Dance room C
($25)
Instructor: Raquy & The Cavemen

This class will be broken up between zil instruction and frame drum instruction (riqq, tar, etc.). It’s a dancer friendly percussion class that will teach zil technique and patterns to many common rhythms. Towards the end, the class will focus on frame drums and perhaps we’ll all just jam :)

BEGINNER DUMBEK (122)
(Sunday, June 15th, 2008, from 9:00am to 11:00am)
ASU SRC building Dance room C
$35
Instructor: Raquy Danziger

This class will incorporate the following: How to hold the drum, basic sounds (dum, tek, ka), traditional rhythms, accompaniment of Middle-Eastern songs and dance, and some basic concepts in soloing.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED DUMBEK (270)
(Sunday, June 15th, 2008, from 1:30pm to 3:30pm)
ASU SRC building Dance room C
$35
Instructor: Raquy Danziger

This workshop will focus on: Odd rhythms, snaps, different types of finger rolls, and Turkish Split Hand Technique, as well as address more about solos and accompaniment. This is your class drummers. Ask lots of questions. Raquy is like totally the most coolest and nicest person, so don’t be shy.

Raquy Danziger is one of the most popular performers, teachers and composers of Middle Eastern Drumming today. Audiences worldwide are not only surprised by this young woman from America, but captivated by her virtuosity, profound musicality and the passion she brings to performances. Her varied repertoire includes traditional Middle Eastern music as well as her own compositions.

For the past few years, Raquy has been going to Egypt to teach and perform, where she has collaborated with some of the most famous musicians, including Said El-Artist and Hamish Henkish, she has appeared on regional TV including Al-Jazeera Channel and National Egyptian Television and was interviewed by numerous magazines.

A classically trained pianist, Raquy first discovered hand drumming during her travels in Varanase, India where she immersed herself in the study of Indian rhythmic cycles. Later, in Israel, Raquy was drawn to the dumbek (otherwise known as tabla) and the groove of Middle Eastern music.

In the last few years, Raquy has found her own voice as a soloist, group leader and composer. She writes compositions for ensembles comprised of her students as well as master players from the Middle East. She also formed Raquy and the Cavemen, a group in which she also plays the Iranian kemenche, a rare and exotic bowed instrument.

Raquy’s infectious enthusiasm for Middle Eastern music has made her one of the most sought after teachers of Middle Eastern drumming. An inspiration to scores of students locally and hundreds more at drumming camps and retreats around the country, Raquy is single–handedly responsible for the wave of “Dumbek Fever” sweeping the metropolitan area.

Raquy has released a Dumbek Instructional Kit - “Dumbek Fever” - which includes a book, a DVD and a CD that’s selling all over the world. She also released 4 albums: “Naked” (2007), “Jordan” (2005), “Dust” (2003) and “Masmudi” (2001). “Dust” has reached the top 20 on the CMJ world chart and “Jordan” debuted at the top 30.

Raquy and the Cavemen allow the listener to experience the musical cultures from The Middle East and Egypt and fuse them with Liron Peled’s hard rock drumming background. The name Cavemen is appropriate due to the rawness of the beats, and there is also a timeless property to the music that makes it impossible to dislike. The whole experience of the music takes you on a journey to the roots of Middle Eastern drumming. Its sound is like a close stare into the eyes and soul of the Middle Eastern culture that lives inside the music. Raquy brings forth the experience of an ancient culture straight to the stage for everyone to reflect, react and rotate to.

BASIC DJEMBE TECHNIQUES
(Sunday, June 15th, 2008, from 11:30am to 1:00pm)
ASU SRC building Dance room C
$35
Instructor: Bernd Geh

Bernd Geh is the founder and head of Arizona Drum and Dance. He is also the only (or one of very very few)Mammady Keita sanctioned djembe instructors in Arizona.

This class will teach the the proper hand techniques: The dun and gun (bass), the go and do (tones), and the pa and ta (slaps) of the djembe, as well as dive into various African rhythms and poly-rhythms. If you don’t have a djembe, there are up to 10 available for use courtesy of AZ Drum and Dance.

BERND GEH has been continuously teaching West African drumming since 2001 in the Phoenix area. Bernd is originally from Germany and started to study the Malinke music in 1997 with his major and most influential teacher Herman Kathan, who is a professional drummer and represents Tam-Tam Mandinge Germany, which is a branch of Mamady Keita’s worldwide djembe school network.

Bernd also learned from numerous African masters and teachers, such as Mamady Keita, Famoudou Konate, Adama Drame, Amadou Kienou, Moussa Traore, Abdoul Doumbia and Bolokada Conde.

Bernd is currently a professional level student of Mamady Keita.

But wait, there’s more!

DYNAMIC TRIBAL IMPROV
(Saturday, June 14th, 2008, from 11:00am to 12:30pm)
ASU SRC building Dance room D
$35
Instructor: Christina of HANDS OF KALI

This workshop will concentrate on the important interplay between short, “simple” moves and longer combos in tribal improv. The relationship of these different types of moves, with multi-tempo music, brings a lively dynamic to any group improv. After high-energy drills on shimmies and zills, this class will move right into an intensive tribal bellydance workout guaranteed to make you sweat and smile, all at the same time. Suitable for dancers at all skill levels.

STEAM PUNK CHOREOGRAPHY
(Saturday, June 14th, 2008, from 3:30pm to 5:00pm)
ASU SRC building Dance room D
$35
Instructor: Maureen of HANDS OF KALI

What is “Steampunk”?

Steampunk is a subgenre of fantasy and speculative fiction which came into prominence in the 1980s and early 1990s. The term denotes works set in an era or world where steam power is still widely used—usually the 19th century, and often set in Victorian era England—but with prominent elements of either science fiction or fantasy, such as fictional technological inventions like those found in the works of H. G. Wells and Jules Verne, or real technological developments like the computer occurring at an earlier date. Other examples of steampunk contain alternate history-style presentations of “the path not taken” of such technology as dirigibles or analog computers; these frequently are presented in an idealized light, or a presumption of functionality. It has now manifested itself into fashion and music.

Learn an original, steam-punk-inspired Hands of Kali choreography to the song “Proper Hoodidge” by Amon Tobin—perform it solo, as a troupe, or just pick and choose the combinations that you want to add to your dance repertoire. We will do a quick yoga warm-up (bring a mat if you have one); then learn the 3-minute routine, which alternates slinky moves with pops and locks. Handouts with choreography notes will be provided.

SWORDS AND DARKNESS:
(Sunday, June 15th, 2008, 3:30pm to 5:00pm)
ASU SRC building Dance room D
$35
Instructor: Kendra, the head of HANDS OF KALI

Get ready for the World’s most innovative, contemporary, fresh, skilled, and dare I say... Darkest Belly Dance Troupe in existence. Formed in 2003, Hands of Kali are out to make a statement... lead, Follow, or get out of the way. Under the direction of Kendra, you will be challenged and you will overcome (she will make you). Your horizons will be broadened, you will learn, you will appreciate... and you, yes you, will be infinitely better for surviving it... and Kendra and The Hands of Kali will be there for you, supporting you along the way with patience and praise.

PRECISION FLOW: STOP ON A DIME, BEND SPACE AND TIME
(Saturday, June 14th, 2008 from 9:00am to 10:30am)
ASU SRC building Dance room D
$30
Instructor: Bastet

This fun, sassy, and challenging workshop integrates the modern precision of “hits” from pop-n-lock, the timeless grace of bellydance, and the mesmerizing appearance of “flow”-a distorted sense of time-into your fusion repertoire. Classic Egyptian Cabaret, Tribal fusion, and ATS stylings are transformed into an energetic and hypnotic performance with “hits” (or “pops”) that melt seamlessly into excruciatingly slow transitions called “flow” that seem to bend time, leaving your audience breathless until you travel back into normal space and time.

DOUBLE FAN FUSION
(Sunday, June 15th, 2008, from 9:00am to 10:30am)
ASU SRC building Dance room D
$30
Instructor: Bastet

Bastet first picked up a pair of fans in 1999 to bring something new to the urban dance scene in Florida. Fusing her urban stylings with subsequent training in Egyptian Cabaret, Tribal Fusion, and American Tribal Style, Bastet creates powerful and dynamic performances. Well-known for her exciting double fan performances throughout the southeastern United States and her new home in New Mexico, Bastet teaches the use of props and layers as an extension of your natural movement, creating graceful, powerful, and fluid performances. Until her recent move, Bastet was a performer with the tribal fusion troupe, The Dance of the Fates (now Jahara Phoenix), based outside of Atlanta, GA.

Last but certainly not least, there are workshops from the famous, talented, and beautiful DIOSA!!! She doesn’t do workshops that often, but has agreed to do two workshops at PHAROS! What a treat! Here they are:

POP AND DROP: BELLY HIP-HOP
(Saturday, June 14th, 2008, from 1:30pm to 3:00pm)
ASU SRC building Dance room D
$30
Instructor: Diosa Holmes

This fun and entertaining workshop consists of belly dance combinations fused with hip hop movements. Students join combinations into a complete choreography, with the ability to use the finished piece for their own performing events. A brief explanation is provided on how to diagram a song and choreograph to music (a template will be provided).

THUMP & DRUM: PULSATE TO PERCUSSION
(Sunday, June 15th, 2008, from 11:00am to 12:30pm)
ASU SRC building Dance room D
$30
Instructor: Diosa Holmes

This enjoyable and slightly challenging workshop incorporates many classic and modern elements of the “drum solo” performance. Students incorporate locking techniques, sharp muscle control, and expressive traveling movements to develop a stylized and complete choreographed piece that can be performed to any 4/4 rhythm. A brief explanation is provided on how to diagram a song and choreograph to music (a template will be provided).

Diosa won 1st runner up for Belly Dancer of the Universe 2004 in the Fusion Category. She also performs at many venues and has danced for Shakira, Sonia Montero de Falcone, the Arizona Republic, Lollapalooza, Rakkasah, Cooperstown, Arizona State University, and more.

She was formerly a member of the Arizona Belly Dance Troupe, led by Danah Stedman, the award winning Black Opal Dance Company directed by Ava Fleming, guest dancer of Maryana/Melissa’s Unity in Motion, and Kahlea’s Natium World Dance and Diabolique: Unconventional Entertainment. Diosa is currently the director of a new Middle Eastern ensemble, The Desert Flowers. The troupe performs Egyptian cabaret, hip-hop fusion, Eastern Indian fusion, and American tribal. They have performed at Zoofari at the Phoenix Zoo, Maricopa County Fair, the Arizona State Fair, and many private parties around the Valley. The Desert Flowers have had the privilege to work with wonderful groups such as Satori Sunrise and White Claws World Percussion.

That’s it! There ya go Phoenix drum and dance community (and beyond). Four drum workshops and eight dance workshops from some of the best talent around. Wow, a bunch of drummers and dancers congregating in one place learning and mingling... it’s like a collegiate hafla.

I feel as if I’m missing something though...

Oh yeah! There is the Pharos LIVE! show on Saturday night (June 14th, 2008, at 7:30pm at The Sets in Tempe). What is Pharos LIVE? Well, it’s seven local and national ethnic music groups (with a lot of drumming) gathering in one place for one event... with dancers galore, and all for one incredible, once in a lifetime, show. Acts include (and in no particular order):

Raquy and The Cavemen performing with Diosa, Bastet, and Hands of Kali

The White Claws performing with The Desert Flowers, Satori Sunrise, and Anaya Tribal

Of the Earth performing with their dancers

Soleil Noir performing with Deja Dance

Arizona Drum and Dance throwin’ it down with African dancers

Cosmos performing with their dancers

and Traveler performing with their dancers.

Special performance by Katara, audience tarot reading by Hands of Kali, hookas, alcohol, more alcohol, a Moroccan market with various venders, and last but not least... more alcohol. It’s like an SCA event gone horribly right! C’mon, that was funny.

Perhaps... just perhaps, more will be added.

Vending space is available at The Sets. Contact Chris @ www.trashcityentertainment.com

THERE IS ABSOULUTELY NO VENDING AT ASU FOR WORKSHOPS!!!

There are killer discount packages available for workshops:

The “ANY THREE” discount allows one to take any 3 workshops (drum or dance) for $80. Considering the talent involved, that’s pretty damn cheap!

The Pharos MEGA DISCOUNT is for dancers that want it all. There are no conflicts in the scheduling of the dance workshops. If you want to take all eight of them, the price is $180. That’s nearly a $100 savings.

General admission for the Pharos LIVE! show is $25. Keep in mind that the price includes two (yes two) free drinks from the bar... anything you want. HA! You’re welcome.

VIP/Reserved seating for Pharos LIVE is $40. You get a table vs. auditorium seating or standing room only. Again, the price includes two free drinks from the bar... anything you want (lush). Hey, we be cool like dat!

Tickets and workshop registration is available online at this link:

http://trashcityentertainment.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=26

Unfortunately, there are unavoidable on-line banking (convenience) fees. However, you can also order tickets over the phone by calling Trash City Entertainment @ 602-399-9500.

Unfortunately, this Pharos event isn’t that big. Instead, it is merely friggin’ HUGE! Your chances of seeing Raquy & The Cavemen live outside of New York, Cairo, or the San Francisco area are slim to none, and Slim has his bags already packed. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see and learn from Raquy and Hands of Kali and all the Pharos instructors. This event is tre’ sick.

Pharos burns for YOU! Jump in the fire!

Pharos is brought to you by Trash City Entertainment in conjunction with The White Claws and Drumopelli.

Pharos is:

The White Claws
Anaya Tribal
Of the Earth
The Desert Flowers
Satori Sunrise

Producer/Director: Drumopelli

Stage Manager: Valerie Olinger

Booking Agent: Mary Riley

Workshop Coordinator (NEW!): Colleen

Pharos... it’s not just a lighthouse anymore!

Thank you for your time...

Finis

Addendum: You can also purchase tickets and register over the phone by calling Chris at Trash City Entertainment at 602-953-2728.

Registration may also be made in person (cash only) at various local BD and Drum events (TBA), and only through Colleen, Pharos workshop coordinator, or a representative of the various sponsor groups.

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Drum solo workshop w/ Carrie Konyha

CarrieKonyha — Thu, 08 May 2008 23:24:00 GMT

Drum Solo Technique & Choreography workshop with Carrie
June 21st. 10:30am, $25
Drum solos are a staple part of any full length belly dance show but dancers often find it difficult to understand how to dance most affectively to a drum solo. Learn traditional drum solo technique & a full drum solo choreographed by Carrie Konyha. Class includes information on how to choreograph your own drum solos. Choreographed routines act as a valuable tool for dancers to learn how to combine movements and transition from one move to another. 2 hour workshop. Must preregister. Space is limited. Location: CArries home studio in uptown Sedona AZ. Driving directions provided upon registration. Contact CArrie at 928.282.1587, carrie@gaiadance.net or visit http:gaiadance.net

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Amanda Rose will be teaching 3 different classes at the Mystic Jewell this summer!!!!!!

AmandaRose — Thu, 08 May 2008 20:04:03 GMT

Beginning Bellydance

An intermediate to advanced egyptian choreography class (were we create the choreography together)

Kiss your A$$ drum solo!

All on monday night!

go to www.mysticjewell.com for more information

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Free bellydance classes at The Goddess Garden- more offers now!

kahlea — Sun, 04 May 2008 04:23:33 GMT

Go here to "shop" our various classes starting up in 2 weeks: http://www.freewebs.com/thegoddessgarden/
Then, you are invited for a Free Try it Before You Buy It class. Choose from the following instructors: Kahlea, Demi, Karen, Gina
The idea is to get you in our studio, help you enjoy bellydance and hope you come back for more!
Reservation required to insure space is available in the class since some of our classes are full to capacity.

This offer is only good for students who have never taken a class with the teacher they choose and is only honored if you make a reservation. Msg me for more info.

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Gypsy Romani Workshop in Flagstaff Sunday May 18th!

Wisteria — Fri, 02 May 2008 16:45:12 GMT

Please join us for a............

Gypsy Workshop With
Washington State Gypsy Dancer:
Indigo

Secrets of Gypsy Dancing, Fabulous Skirt Work, Zills,
9/8 rythm, Spins and Core Control!!!!!!
Sunday May 18Th
5-7pm
Paul Moore Studio
Flagstaff, Az

hosted by Troupe Shuvani
Spaces Limited
$25 advance $30 day of
All levels welcome!

Contact Crimson @ 928 220-1098 for info and reservations or email Wisteria at hlevinap@aol.com for additional information!

Indigo has won awards for her Gypsy Dance and will be bringing the secrets of Gypsy Dancing to this Workshop! We will work on understanding Romani 9/8, understanding the movements of 9/8 and incorporating Fabulous Skirt Work into 9/8. (We can add zills if wanted). Indigo will help you understand your core control, balancing and spinning which makes those beautiful 16 yard skirts flare out to their full passion.
Indigo has been a popular and sought after performer in the Puget Sound Area for the last 5 years. She is a Multi Award Winning BellyDancer. Her study of movement includes BellyDance, Gypsy Dance, Flamenco, Egyptian Cabaret, Ballet, Yoga, Pilates & Jazz Dance. Indigo fuses all of this knowledge into every performance and class; she is dedicated to helping students develop a Mind-Body Connection. Indigo hosts Emerald Sanctuary BellyDance Retreat which is popularly attended and donates a portion of the proceeds to Wetland Preservation w/in WA State. In the fall of 2007 Indigo opened Stilly Dance & Drum a dance and drum studio dedicated to BellyDance, Dance, Percussion: a loving atmosphere for students to attune their own art.

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hi all i'm new & have a question??

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 02:14:25 GMT

is there bellydance in the mojave co. area?? toward the River?? thx

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tribal bra and belt

bellydancecostumesbytc — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:55:05 GMT

you may see photo on page one in my pics
if interested contact me at tcsdance@aol.com
70.00 plus shipping

This is a hand made costume. Both bra and belt are lined. The bra is very sturdy will hold it's shape well.The bra will fit a 36-38 B/C. This costume will work great for new students, hobbyist class recitals, parties, Goth night, belly fusion, photos, and performances.
This is an original one of a kind costume.

The bra will fit a 36-38 B/C. The bra cups are covered in a blue velvet panne' fabric. The bra is trimmed in a brown gimp trim about an inch wide, with a navy blue border. Beneath the trim is a belled and coined chain. At the center of the bra is an O-ring with a chain with bells attached. The side panels and the straps are made from the same fabric that covers the bra cups. The bra ties across the back kris- cross with D-rings. the bra straps are 48 inches long.

The belt is cover in the same fabric as the bra.This belt will fit a M-L(about up to a 14 in pant size and can be shortened) . The belt also has also has the same brown trim with the navy blue border. The belt is 37 inches long not including the tie ends. The tie ends are 18 inches long. The belt can be shortened if needed before it is shipped.The belt also has 3 Afghani pendants on it . 2 small silver ones and one large multi colored one at the center in the back. The ribbon fringe is made up of various yarns, lace, gimp trim and ribbon in various colors of blues and browns. On each side of the belt is there are silver belled and coined chain for sound and movement.
As stated before this is a one of a kind of original piece of wearable art
This costume has a real elegant flare to it moves very well
email mail with any questions or more photos

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free bellydance class

kahlea — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:07:39 GMT

So you STILL havent made it to one of my classes, huh?
Or maybe you have that one friend who still keeps saying she plans to come but never makes it in.
Or you could just be nosy enough to wanna come see the new studio!

Well here is the push you need.
Summer is right around the corner and while I dont support diets I DO support having fun and heck if a leg gets toned or a waist gets whittled, all the better! So, let me offer you some encouragement.

During April & May I will offer students who have never taken a class with me a free "try it class". These are offered only on Saturdays at 12:30 or on Wednesdays at 6:45pm. This is my entry level bellydance class but even if you arent a beginner, I promise you some fun and exercise!
These classes are normally $13/hour or $15 1.20hr but to get your booty in here, I will toss out a freebie. Hopefully you like the class, my teaching and our new studio enough to sign up for the session or come back again next time.

*The ONLY catch is you have to RSVP the date you plan to come so my classroom doesnt get overfull and we dance on top of one another.
When you arrive, please park in back, remove shoes in the reception area and come in to have some fun.

The schedule is being added to weekly here:
http://www.freewebs.com/thegoddessgarden/classschedule.htm
So you can keep up to date on all the dance, fitness and wellness classes we offer.

> Keep in mind this freebie offer is only for MY classes, not the other instructors'. They will occasionally send out offers to so stay awake. : )
I hope to meet you soon!
Kahlea

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Vending for Pharos Live! June 14-15

No-El — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 23:31:46 GMT

We are currently looking for some vendors for this event. If you are interested, please email me at mysticjewellnoel@yahoo.com and I can send you the 411 on it. We will have workshops all day at the Mystic Jewell and the Flamenco studio next door, so there will be plenty of traffic for all!

Peace, Love and Dane!

No-El
Studio Manger
Mystic Jewell Studio
www.mysticjewell.com
email: mysticjewellnoel@yahoo.com

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Some Sufi Resources

Jon — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 16:48:29 GMT

Poems of Rumi

http://www.khamush.com

+++

Poems of Hafiz

www.hafizonlove.com

http://www.allspirit.co.uk/hafiz.html

++++

Readings and Sufi Music

(includes free download of Allah Hoo by
Nusrat Fateh)

http://www.khamush.com/music/index.htm

+++

Writings of Hazrat Inayat Khan

(a modern Sufi teacher)

http://wahiduddin.net/mv2/index.htm

His writings are often quite beautiful, talking about
everything is creation having a musical vibration,
very beautiful and spiritual stuff.

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Big Hafla May 3rd with Souhail Kaspar and Rachid Halihal

elissa — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 03:25:15 GMT

Hi, everyone, I just wanted to update you with information on the upcoming hafla and workshops with Souhail Kaspar. He will be here the weekend of May 3rd and 4th. (Please disregard the earlier date. We had to move it back one weekend). The hafla will be a dance party with Souhail and Rachid Halihal. Also some local musicians, some featured dancers, some wonderful vending by Fashionable Movement and Anaya Tribal, oh yeah, and LOTS of dancing for party attendies. Fun, fun, fun!

More info will come later, and I have updated the website: www.phoenixhafla.com

Also, don't forget to cheer Souhail on on February 10th for the 50th Grammy award show! He has been nominated for this year's Grammy in World Music for his work with Rahim Alhaj in "When the Soul is Settled: The Music of Iraq."

If you have any questions, ideas, or want to volunteer, please drop me a line. I can't wait to see everyone in a few months!

Elissa

P.S. I will once again be performing with Nawari Dance and Music Ensemble at the Arizona State Fair every weekend from Feb 9th to March 31st. If you're out there, please come by and say hello!

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Bedouin Tribe to host Student Appreciation Night!!!

Marissa — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 04:25:57 GMT

Lamassu Mediterranean Grill & Bedouin Tribe Dance Company Present...

STUDENT APPRECIATION NIGHT!
May 25th 2008
5:00-7:00PM

WE WANT YOU!

Come and join us for a night of fun, music, hookah, laughter, and dance! As our graduating performers come to present and celebrate all they have accomplished.

Showcase will start promptly at 5:00pm.

If you are interested in performing please contact Shannon at smconklin@hotmail.com or Marissa at marionetta_nyx@cox.net or via phone at 480.558.7928.

Admission is $2.00 at the door.

Please remember to support our venue!!! Lamassu Mediterranean Grill is a family owned and operated restaurant where their authentic food is prepared fresh daily. Lamassu offers a full bar and patio hookah. Lamassu is located on the North East corner of Val Vista & Elliot. Reservations are highly recommended: 480.539.5909.

53 N. Val Vista #100, Gilbert AZ 85234
www.lamassugrill.com

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Your response is appreciated

Anyanka — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 06:34:33 GMT

If any of you know Antarctica or Badrea or have purchased a costume from them or their website http://www.bargains4bellydance.com please read & respond to the thread below.

Thanks so much!

http://tribes.tribe.net/bellydancerboycotts/thread/9beeefc4-503b-497e-90b5-ee2f52d05b8b?newpostingid=384e8d34-cacc-419f-b033-4a5ecbca33dc#384e8d34-cacc-419f-b033-4a5ecbca33dc

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Daytime bellydance classes- Phx

kahlea — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:33:15 GMT

Any of you interested in a daytime bellydance class? If so, msg me as I am polling my current student base to see if I should add a daytime class to our roster at
http://www.freewebs.com/thegoddessgarden/index.htm

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Bloom - 4.19.08

timcat — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 23:56:40 GMT

The Bedroom DJs and Othermind Productions present:

Bloom
April 19th, 2008
In the Arizona desert

Spring is here, and it is quickly turning into summer. Our opportunities to camp comfortably in the desert are dwindling, and our community of music nuts has requested that we have just one more outdoor before summer. Join us as we take ourselves, some food and drink, and a sound system into the Arizona wilderness to camp, dance, and have a good time.

Audio Navigation provided by:

CL McSpadden
Mitch Mills
Matty (London West Records)
Nick Synergy (Sonic Dragon Records)
Hahn the Barbarian (Mechanical Dragon Records)

Deco by Stimulate Productions and YOU!

RSVP now - this is a limited attendance event. Send an email to goa@overmindworks.com (put "RSVP - Bloom" in the subject line) or visit London West Records - please provide your name, the names of those accompanying you, and your email address. You must RSVP by Friday, 4/18 in order to guarantee that you are sent directions on Saturday, 4/19.

This event is free to attend, but it does cost money to make it happen. If 30 or more people donate as little as $10 each, events such as this one are much more sustainable. Donations are accepted via PayPal (enter "Bloom" in the payment notes) at http://www.overmindworks.com or at London West Records.

Carpooling is STRONGLY encouraged, and we also recommend using vehicles with higher ground clearance (Trucks & SUVs). Most of the locations/roads used are Honda-friendly, but extreme caution is recommended. If you are unfamiliar with driving on forest roads, send us an inquiry.

This is a LEAVE NO TRACE event - this means we leave the area cleaner than we found it. Bring garbage bags, clean up the area around you, and take out what you bring with you. Bring flashlights, water, warm clothes, and everything you might need to survive for a night in the wilderness.

http://www.overmindworks.com/bloom.html

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Drum Solo for Dancers workshop

elissa — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 03:39:39 GMT

Hi, everyone, I wanted to give a little more information about the Drum Solo workshop with Souhail on May 4th. I get a lot of questions about the format of the class, so here's some more info. I've been to several of them and they're pretty cool! I'll be there helping with live percussion for you gals to practice to. Here is the class description, and see below for the current special discount package. =)

Drum Solo for Dancers:

Learn to dance to common riffs and rhythms during a live drum solo!

Souhail has coached hundreds of dancers and drummers across the nation with his patient teaching style. He uses a traditional Egyptian format for teaching Raqs al Sharqi in which the dancer visually portrays Middle Eastern music through their dance.

In this class, you will become familiar with common rhythms and drum combinations used in live drum solos, with repetition of the rhythms so you can lock in different combinations. Souhail will give each student personal advice on how to really make their movements *pop* with the accents and downbeats of the solo. A good drum solo compliments the drummer and the dancer, and in this class you will learn to really enhance your own style for a killer drum solo!

All skill levels are welcome in this class! Continuing students, please bring your questions about drum solo interpretation. The class can be catered to your requests. The workshop will be held at Naj's Bellydance Shoppe on Cave Creek Rd south of Greenway on Sunday, May 4th at 12:30.

Dance package special for April: Pre-register for the Drum Solo for Dancers class and get into the hafla for $5! You can pre-register here: www.phoenixhafla.com through Paypal or by check/money order via standard mail. I will also be taking pre-payments at Bellypraise Nights on April 20th at the Bellydance Shoppe.

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Greetings from Hands of Kali

Kendra — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 21:11:44 GMT

Lovely dancers of the great southwest --
Just wanted to say hello and let you all know we CANNOT wait to meet you and share the dance with you at Pharos in June. We'll be teaching workshops on sword, tribal and steampunk choreography -- not to mention dancing our butts off just for YOU. ;)
Feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions about Pharos, workshops or anything else. We're here to help, and we'd love to hear from you guys.
Love and blessings,
Kendra from Hands of Kali (Seattle, WA)

Here's the scoop on Pharos:
June 14-15, 2008! Dance and drum workshops by Raquy (Raquy and the Cavemen), Hands of Kali, Diosa, Bastet, Arizona Drum and Dance (Bernd Geh), and Mabiba Baegne held at The Mystic Jewell Studios in Phoenix (www.mysticjewell.com). Live performances Saturday night at The Sets, in Tempe, AZ! Registration: www.trashcityentertainment.com (a la carte and package deals available).

Here's our website:
www.handsofkali.com

And here's a buncha videos:
http://youtube.com/results?search_query=Hands+of+Kali&search_type=

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