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Guild Sampler

2009-03-15T22:49:59Z

Hello all!
It's time once again for the High Desert Bellydance Guild's annual Instructor Sampler! Come on down to the Sons of Norway Hall on Saturday, March 14, from 1:00-4:30 pm! This year, we've got 8 mini-workshops from our talented local instructors: what a great way to meet these teachers, experience a bit of their teaching, and have fun!
Only $7 for Guild members, and $10 for non-Guild members: all proceeds go to support the High Desert Bellydance Guild!
Thanks for supporting your local bellydancers!
See you there!

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Zill Solo

2009-03-03T03:18:58Z

Check out this cool solo on zills:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mmg-S2x9N68

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Central Oregon Dance Showcase

2009-02-23T20:43:37Z

YouTube now has videos of Gypsy Fire / Sister Fire and Sahara's classes performing at the Central Oregon Dance Showcase. Tried to get the Bijou Project but I messed up and the camera didn't record it. They were all awesome.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GXFIDSVdTc - Bellydance by Sahara

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYb7PndQSSM - Gypsy Fire & Sister Fire

If you have a fast connection, look for the "watch in high quality link" under the video.

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Tamalyn Dallal in Eugene, OR Jan 16-19!

2009-01-01T22:18:06Z

The fabulous Tamalyn Dallal is coming to our little burg. Tamalyn has performed and taught in 38 countries, has authored 4 books, is the founder of the Mid-East Dance Exchange in Miami, and has toured with the Bellydance Superstars. She is currently touring to promote her latest project, "40 Days and 1001 Nights," a book and DVD about her travels to several different Muslim countries and her experiences with the people there. More info at www.40daysand1001nights.com

She will perform at the MEDGE show on Fri. Jan 16 at 8:30pm at Cozmic Pizza.

There will be a FREE lecture/film/book signing at 4pm Sat. Jan 17 at University of Oregon’s Law School, Duncan Campbell Lecture Hall, Room 175, Knight Law Building, Corner of Agate and East 15th Avenue, 1515 Agate Street. Free convenient parking! Map available at www.medge.org

Please help us spread the word. I have some beautiful brochures from Tamalyn about the 40 Days and 1001 Nights project. I would like to send some to teachers and groups in the Bend area who might be interested. I need mailing addresses. If you would like to receive a packet of brochures, please post here or contact me, Dunyah through my tribe profile. Thanks!

AND two workshops with Tamalyn:
Saturday, January 17, 2009m 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. “Technique Intensive for Arms and Hands,”$30 pre-registered.

Sunday, January 18, 2009
11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (3 hrs) “Veil Choreography”. Learn veil from a master! $40 pre-registered. Take both workshops for $60.

Celebration BellyDance and Yoga Studio, 1840 Willamette Street Suite 206 (upstairs). To register, contact Sabine at (541) 345-3947, or sabinedance@gmail.com
http://celebrationbellydanceandyoga.com/

More info at www.medge.org

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Sabla Tolo 3

2008-09-22T01:04:29Z

Hossam Ramzy has a new CD out. I haven't heard it myself yet, but it got a good review in another tribe:

http://mideastpercussion.tribe.net/thread/bf36d297-266a-4b2d-9fdc-27eb05648ab5

http://www.hossamramzy.com/

Dave

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Razia in Workshop & Performance October 18 at the Old Stone Church

2008-09-19T07:24:27Z

The High Desert Bellydance Guild is pleased to present Razia in workshop and performance at the Old Stone Church, Saturday, October 18, 2008. Recently back from several months of study and performance throughout Europe, Razia will be sharing her 'favorites' in workshop from 1-3 PM and headlining the evening show which begins at 7 PM. The workshop and show are open to the general public and will feature many talented dancers and troupes from throughout the region, unique shopping, music, and delicious food! Email Sheri if you are interested in attending and/or performing at sheri.gray@gmail.com. Details are below.

Workshop 'Razia's Favorites; 1-3pm at the Old Stone Church Razia's back from London and has so much to share with you! Based on her recent studies with top belly dance artists from the UK, Europe, US, and Egypt, Razia has designed this workshop to feature her newest favorites in dance technique, traveling combinations, and ''aha'' moments. Expect to be inspired!

Preregistration rates through September 20th:
$25/Guild members $30/non-members

After September 20th:
$30/Guild members $35/non-members
Email Sheri to register: sheri.gray@gmail.com

Evening Show: 7-10pm at the Old Stone Church. 2+ hours of beautiful Middle Eastern dance and music. You won't want to miss the cultural event of the season! Featuring the region's top performers, unique shopping and delicious snacks the evening show will be a delight for the senses. $7 Guild members and $10 non-members. Show performers admitted free of charge.

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Dance Party

2008-06-20T06:19:55Z

Folk dance party, that is.

I hope you don't mind this announcement here. Isn't bellydance a type of international folk dancing? :)

There's an international folk dance party on Tuesday at the Sons of Norway Hall. Food and dancing with some instruction for beginners, no partner needed. Expand your horizons! Meet new people! Endulge your happy feet!

Tuesday, May 6 at 6:00 pm.

Sons of Norway Hall
549 NW Harmon Blvd (just off Galveston)
Bend, OR
For more info contact Audrey (a flamenco and bellydance teacher) at 318-8799

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Big Weekend Coming Up -- June 20-22!

2008-06-17T05:03:19Z

We've got a big weekend coming up in Bend and Samara & I hope y'all will come out and show us your smiling faces while we dance! It all starts on Friday night as we perform at Taj Palace in downtown Bend - 2 shows starting at 6:45 PM. Then we ramp things up on Saturday with a performance on the main stage at the Bite of Bend at 12:15 PM, after which we fly off to McKay Park to dance in support of Bend Pride at the Bend Pride Celebration (1:30ish). On Sunday we return to the Main Stage at the Bite of Bend for an afternoon performance at 2:45 PM. There are GREAT performers and lots of delicious food for the sampling at the Bite of Bend! And it's always one of the most fun performances of the year! Here's the schedule for the Main Stage:

MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE
Saturday
11:00-12:00 Bill Keale
12:15-12:45pm Bijou Project
1-2pm Jenna Lindbo
2:15-3:15pm Joe Leonardi
3:30-4:15pm Jenni Peskin
4:30-6:10pm El Dante
6:30-8:10pm David Bowers Coloney
8pm Fyreflyte
8:30-10pm Tony Furtado

Sunday
11:00-12:00 Allan Byer
12:15-1:15 Leif James
1:30-2:30 The Erin Band
2:45-3:15pm Bijou Project
3:30-5pm State of Jefferson
5:30-7pm Roots of Creation

Want more info? Visit www.bijouproject.com or post here and I'll give you the deets!

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Unmata...playing with FIRE ? Friday, March 30

2008-04-20T08:27:05Z

Hi ladies....

Amy and crew are willing to do a short (15 min or so) set of bellydance with FIRE Friday night!!

THe only location I can think of is Mirror Pond in the round pavillion kinda thing...any thoughts??

I'm literally JUMPING UP AND DOWN I'm so excited about this.... but I don't know of venues, or if we need a permit for fire dancers downtown>....HELP?? Does anyone know about this stuff?? Lisa

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Quarterly Guild Showcase - April 23

2008-04-18T20:30:45Z

Don't miss it! 8 pm Wednesday, April 23 at the Son's of Norway Hall.....

Soloists...troupes....Tribal style...fusion....cabaret....old style...you want bellydance? We got it goin' on - come down and join us!

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Source "Article"!!!

2008-04-16T20:58:17Z

Hello all,
Well, I've got to say, the writer of the story in the Source really did a doozy.
To put it bluntly, he fabricated a "story" about bellydance, complete with an "interview" w/2 members of Gypsy Fire.....The reason I say "interviews", is that I'm not sure that he was present at the same one that Julia and I gave.....we were misquoted, and the man *obviously* had some typical, IGNORANT pre-conceived notions about bellydance, that he simply used us to create "facts" about the dance that would support the simple conclusion that: "....the purpose of bellydancing- to entice arousal" Basically, the usual: bellydancing=stripping...

AAAAAARGH!!!!!! I am so frustrated that we personally, and that bellydancers in general have been portrayed like this again, and in a local, widely read, publication!

I wanted to put the word out there, that this article does NOT represent what we talked about in the interview, and does NOT represent my views about dance, and to let you all know that I am embarrassed to have my name and picture attached to this in any way, shape or form.....
Please write to the Source, if you feel the need to rebut the "story"....I know I plan to....

Thanks!
Quinn

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Guild Sampler Photos Posted

2008-03-31T18:28:37Z

Check out a few of the photos from the 2008 High Desert Bellydance Guild Instructor Sampler! I have a disk for the Archives as well.

~K

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New Tribal Fusion Classes with Kamini!

2008-03-10T01:47:24Z

Join Kamini for Tribal Fusion classes starting April 1st at the Tulen Center. Details are below.

Tribal Fusion Classes @ the Tulen Center::
Learn basic isolations, a Tribal Fusion choreography and improvisational dance skills.
Tuesdays, April 1st-May 6th
$60/six week session$12 drop in.
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. @ the Tulen Center, 20 NW Greenwood Ave. in Bend

Email: kamini@bijouproject.com for more information.

The space is lovely and we're going to have a great class-join us!

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January Showcase at 541 Lounge

2008-01-24T21:04:00Z

Join the High Desert Belly Dance Guild for its first showcase of 2008 at the 541 Lounge! Beginning at 7:30 p.m., our show will feature guild members performing a variety of styles of belly dance.

You can help us make our first showcase of 2008 a huge success by joining us and bringing your friends and family! The Guild’s quarterly showcase is open to the public and all Middle Eastern dancers who are Guild members are eligible to perform regardless of experience. Guild showcases provide an opportunity for amateur dancers to gain performance experience, as well as a venue for professional performers to promote their talents within the greater Central Oregon community. Dance spaces are limited and dancers must pre-register by contacting Sahara.

Established in 2005, the High Desert Belly Dance Guild supports Central Oregon's belly dance community. The mission of the Guild is threefold:
• To promote belly dance to the public as a legitimate art form.
• To provide professional development and performance opportunities for members of the belly dance community.
• To facilitate communication among members of the belly dance community and to provide opportunities for community-building and support.

For more information on the High Desert Belly Dance Guild or to become a member, please visit our website at www.highdesertbellydance.org.

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Guild Showcase/Halloween Hafla

2007-10-31T16:33:57Z

Thank you so much to the Board and volunteers - What a fun event!!

I took notes and will be writing a review for the next newsleter....If you missed it, you really missed a great event!

It was really cool to see so many faces I didn't recognize! Even funnier, one of those faces that looked slightly familiar...later turned out to be someone who occassionally babysat for me about 10-12 years ago - small world!

Thanks again Ladies, great job!

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The Guild Halloween Party & Show is ON!

2007-10-19T02:25:51Z

Oct. 30 at Sons of Norway, 6-10 PM. Guild members only + 2 guests. Potluck. Fun times await. Contact Jennifer to sign up @ jkheiden@yahoo.com.

Hope to see ya!

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Finally! Beginning Tribal Fusion with Sitris

2007-10-18T05:46:03Z

Beginning Tribal Fusion with Sitris of The Bijou Project
Learn the bare basics of Tribal Fusion in a fun and supportive environment. Don't miss this window of opportunity to join a progressive learning curve that build upon previously learned moves. The improvisational style of this dance allows creativity and personal expression in a group performance setting.
6 week session, meets Sundays from 7 to 8:30 pm at Tulen Center. Our first class is Nov 4th and our last one will be Dec 9th. The cost is $50 for the session.

If you have any questions, please contact the Sitris at
leianapoli@yahoo.com

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October Showcase?

2007-09-26T00:24:06Z

Now that my event is over (whew!), I can pay attention to other things!

Has a location been selected? Date confirmed?

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Special Bijou Project Performance This Friday!

2007-09-02T02:12:16Z

Join us for a special First Friday performance with COYO, on September 7th at the Mirror Pond Plaza in Downtown Bend. COYO is releasing their newest CD, The West and the Bijou Project and FyreFlyte will be there to help them celebrate! Join us for an exciting, flaming, spinning, sparkling, shaking and shimmying evening of sensory overload. Remember: September Art Hop, Mirror Pond Plaza, starting at 5:30pm. Hope to see you there!

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Guild Showcase Line-Up

2007-04-19T05:19:34Z

Come down to the Grove next Wednesday night (4/25) for the latest incarnation of the Guild's Dancer Showcase. 8:30PM. Aftershow performance by TAARKA (www.taarka.com), featuring Bend's own Dale Largent on handdrums and percussion . It's gonna be a good time for sure!

Leia’s Class
Heather
Charlene C.
the Bijou Project(**maybe)
Bali
Monica**
Heather & Seanna
Karen S.
Sitris
Layla & Bali Duet
Kamini
Michelle
Raqsafar**
OPEN DANCE FOR ALL!
** Indicates Live Music Request

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Boise Bellydance Festival 2007 featuring MOROCCO!

2007-04-18T18:21:38Z

September 21st, 2007 – September 23rd, 2007 in beautiful Boise, Idaho

FEATURING MASTER INSTRUCTOR
AND PERFORMER

MOROCCO!
And special guest instructor A’isha Azar

IN WORKSHOP AND PERFORMANCE
Spend the weekend with a true legend!

♦ WORKSHOPS ♦ SHOPPING ♦ PERFORMANCES ♦ HENNA ♦
♦ PHOTOGRAPHY ♦ FRIDAY EVENING DINNER Q&A ♦

Weekend workshop topics include:
Morocco:
Morocco’s own Drum Solo, Comparative Karsilima – Oriental vs. Sulukule, Women’s Cane Dance, and Slow Oriental Routine – Ahlam
A’isha Azar:
Modern Khaliji
Mearah:
The Art of Henna

Friday, September 21st, 2007 7:30 p.m.
Taj Mahal Fine Indian Cuisine 10548 West Fairview Avenue
Dinner Q&A with the incomparable Morocco!

Saturday, September 22nd, 2007 7:00 p.m.
Performance showcase with the brightest and most talented local and regional artists featuring the incomparable Morocco and our special guest instructor A’isha Azar!

Saturday, September 22nd – Sunday, September 23rd
Vendors will be on hand to supply you with all of your dance needs throughout the weekend! Shop to you drop in our very own Grand Bazaar!
Bazaar Hours:
Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

For detailed workshop information, registration forms, vendor and other general information, please email boisebellydancefestival@yahoo.com. Promotional packets including lodging information are available by request.

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Gypsy Fire events April/May 2007

2007-04-15T17:25:57Z

Hello all! Happy spring!

Gypsy Fire is gearing up for a busy spring and summer, and it all starts now! :)

First off: Gypsy Fire Bellydance will return to the Taj Palace Restaurant for our 3rd Friday shows: Friday April 20! Savor the exotic and delicious flavors of India, and enjoy a mesmerizing and energetic *improvised* performance!!! 2 shows, starting at 6:45pm. As always, our shows are free and family-friendly! 917 NW Wall St.

Then, if you've ever thought of learning Tribal Bellydance, now's the time! Gypsy Fire Bellydance offers Beginner classes in American Tribal Style Bellydance. This style is a modern fusion of traditional Middle Eastern dance moves, with stylistic elements from India and Spain; moves are structured to work in a group setting (the Tribe), and are framed to work *improvisationally*! Basics classes are offered in 8-week sessions: each week we will focus on 1 slow and 1 fast move, and will also spend some time on stretching and strengthening exercises to enhance your dance! Come learn this amazing dance form in a supportive environment! Classes start Tuesday, April 24, and are held at the Terpsichorean Dance Studio, 1601 NW Newport Ave. 8-week class tuition: $60. For more info: gypsyfirebellydance (at) yahoo (dot) com

In May, Gypsy Fire hits the road to trek down to Tribal Fest 2007! This year, we are presenting our "Dynamic Duets, Powerful Pairs: Turns and Passes" workshop, as well as performing! Workshop (SOLD OUT): Saturday, May 19, 2:30-4:30, and performance: Sunday, May 20, 12:50-1:06 pm. Don't miss this great event: 5 days of workshops, representing many different "flavors" of Tribal-inspired dance, vending galore, and of course: amazing performances starting Friday night!!! For more info: www.blacksheepbellydance.com

See you there!!!
Stay tuned for more upcoming events......

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Le Serpent Rouge Carpool?

2007-04-15T04:26:22Z

FY bellydance I :
Le Serpent Rouge comes to Eugene at the WOW hall on Thursday May 10th! Anyone potentially interested?

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Missing: Unmata top, black, very friendly

2007-04-12T16:20:14Z

April Rose just posted over in the Unmata tribe, she seems to have misplaced her black bra-top while she was in Bend. Anybody see or find such an item around after their performances? They didn't wear the black tops at the Community Center shindig, though it could've fallen in the changing room or something if she had it in her changing bag.. perhaps it got left somewhere at Karyn's house or tumbled out of somebody's bag in transit from downtown?

Anyhow, drop her a line if you've got any guesses!

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Ultra Gypsy in the Pacific Northwest

2007-03-29T20:49:01Z

hey ladies-
ultra gypsy is super excited to come to the Pac. No.west and share our stuff with you! scroll down for portland deets!
hit me back with ANY questions you have
cheers, rose
Helenwheels is proud to present for the first time in Seattle

JILL PARKER and ULTRA GYPSY! Jill Parker is *the* originator of tribal fusion and has taught many of the Bay Area's top performers, including Rachel Brice, Sharon Kihara, Zoe Jakes, and Frederique David. Come prepared to be inspired by this pioneer of the bellydance theatre art form!

~*~*~*~*~
Saturday 4/14:
11:00-1:00 Jill's Juiciest Drills
Jill Parker's trendsetting tribal fusion workshop - energetic drill routines to support your technique.

2:00-4:00 Dynamic Combos for Tribal Fusion
Ultra Gypsy's approach to combinations and creating your own.

Sunday 4/15:
3:30-5:30 Slow Tempo
Ultra Gypsy's trademark workshop - slinky, slinky, sssslinky!

Cost*:
$36 adv/$40 door, $65/$70 for 2, $90/$100 for all 3
*I am willing to offer a payment plan for those who have already paid for Mardi Love's workshop. Ask for details.

All workshops will be held at
Danceland USA
327 NE 91st St, Seattle 98115

Private lessons available by appointment Monday 4/16:
Jill Parker - Instruction for dance teachers
Rose Harden - Ultra Gypsy technique and Core Integration
Sarah White - Turkish Roman and Rajistan Kalbelyia Dance
Debbie - Yoga and Dance Movement for bellydancers

Please contact Helen at helenwheels@earthlink.net to register. I am also accepting donations if you want to support UG's NW tour but can't attend any events. Every little bit will help out their travel expenses for 10 dancers!

And don't miss Ultra Gypsy in 2 special performances on Saturday!
Starting with a guest spot in Legends of Oriental Dance at Langston Hughes Cultural Center - contact Mish Mish for info 206.522.2509.
Followed by an afterparty with DJ Soulsalaam from Brazil/San Fran and guests Hands of Kali - info TBA.

PORTLAND

The workshop: "Jill's Juiciest Drills" Jill Parker's trendsetting tribal fusion workshop! Study with someone who is always on the cutting edge.
Saturday April 21st. from 12-2p.m.
$35 before April 10th/ $40 after.
Register at Euphoria Studios

Private lessons with Jill Parker are also available: $100/hr. Email Jane Archer to register for private lessons with Jill at Jane@EuphoriaStudios.net

AND THEN

An evening show with TEN dancers from the amazing Ultra Gypsy out of San Francisco!
show opens with Mandala featuring Jane Archer.
Beer and Wine available
Euphoria Studios (corner of SE Division and 12th)
Sat, April 21st. 8 p.m.
$16 before April 10th/ $20 after.

To register for the workshop or get tickets to the show mail or deliver registration to:
Euphoria Studios, 1235 SE Division St. Portland, OR 97202
(503) 240-1997

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Belly Dancer of the Universe 2007 ....winners coming to Bend!

2007-02-19T23:50:48Z

That's right...Unmata won the tribal fusion category this past weekend for BD of the Universe and Dahlia of Seattle won Belly Dancer of the Universe...and BOTH will be in Bend March 31 for Unmata's workshop and perform in the evening show! Woo hoo! Don't miss it!
Sahara

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Hi from Leah! I miss you guys!

2007-02-16T13:04:14Z

I've been noticing how active this tribe thing seems to be and just signed up.

How are things?!

Back in August I went on a big trip to a computer graphics convention in Boston, then hung out in Chicago for a week and got dreadfully sick, then went to visit friends in Southern California, lost my job, and got sorta stuck there... now I'm living with some other friends in Eugene, and haven't been near Bend at all-- my car was pronounced dead a while ago, so... anyway!

I haven't been to any classes in about 6 months and it's driving me absolutely nuts! I miss everybody!

If I don't make it to the hafla and Unmata workshop and that stuff in March I swear I'll eat my socks or something.

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Upcoming Events

2007-02-16T05:36:55Z

Here are some upcoming Middle Eastern Dance events in Bend. For more info visit www.highdesertbellydance.org. Hope to see y'all there!

February 16
Third Friday Bellydance at the Taj Palace with Gypsy Fire! Performance starts at 6:45pm.

February 17
Ubuntu will be rehearsing middle eastern rhythms at Gotta Dance!, located behind Erikson's shopping center on 8th street. This evening is open to all dancers who want to come down and dance in a private setting. It is not open to the public, participants
only! Starts around 6 pm, probably lasts two hours at the very most.

The Grove presents its 2nd installment of the ATLAS party on the 17th focusing on global rebel music ... with Portland's top three world music DJs ... gonna hear a lot of Indian, Arabic, African, Euro/UK underground, Latin, etc. One of the guys (E3) is suuuper into Arabic beats. It'll probably start out around 9:30 with some more mellow stuff and heat up as the night goes on. Last time it was super fun. Check the DJs out at www.anjaliandthekid.com.

February 23
Shimmy and Shakin' at the Taj Palace with Rasha! Performance starts at 6:45pm.

March 2007

March 2
First Friday Bellydance at the Taj Palace! Featured dancers are Raven and Leia Napoli! Performance starts at 6:45pm.

March 3
2nd Annual Bellydance Sampler! Mini-lessons from various Central Oregon teachers. Explore & sample different styles of Middle Eastern dance. 1-4 PM (sign-in @12:30 PM), Sons of Norway Hall. $5 Guild Members/ $7 Non-Members.

March 9
Shimmy and Shakin' at the Taj Palace with Rasha! Performance starts at 6:45pm.

March 16
Third Friday Bellydance at the Taj Palace with Gypsy Fire! Performance starts at 6:45pm.

March 23
Shimmy and Shakin' at the Taj Palace with Rasha! Performance starts at 6:45pm.

March 31
Sahara's Dream presents Unmata. Sahara's Dream is ever so pleased to sponsor the award-winning, cutting-edge "extreme bellydance troupe" Unmata on Saturday, March 31, 2007 in Bend, Oregon! For more info contact saharasdream@gmail.com.

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Preregistration for Unmata Workshop coming to a close!

2007-01-10T23:53:44Z

Preregistration pricing for the workshop featuring Amy Sigil of Unmata will close on February 1, 2007. To save $10 by preregistering, contact Sahara at Saharasdream "at" gmail.com.

Workshop space IS limited - Don't miss your opportunity for a great workshop teaching the building blocks of Unmata's signature style AND Hawaiian fusion combination - Unmata style!

Gala evening show featuring Unmata, Mezdulene (www.jareeda.com), 2006 Double Crown Performing Artist Dahlia ( www.DahliaDance.com), Gwendolyn, Sahara's Dream, and many more!

Note: There are no refunds on workshop fees or evening show tickets and no transfers of workshop spots.

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Call for Dancers: HDBG Showcase at the Grove Jan. 24

2007-01-04T07:36:48Z

Greetings Guild members and happy New Year! The Guild's first showcase of 2007 is quickly approaching and we are looking for dancers interested in performing at the Grove on January 24th. The showcase runs from 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. and dance times are as follows:

Solos - 4 minute set max.
Duets, Trios, etc. - 7 minute set max.

The cut-off date for sign-ups is January 15th or as soon as all available dance spots are filled. A finalized list of performers will be released a week prior to the show. Remember, whether you perform or not, we hope to see all of you at the Grove on January 24th!

P.S. The press release for the show can be found below. Feel free to pass it on to friends & family!

Join performers from the High Desert Belly Dance Guild for their first Middle Eastern Dance Showcase of 2007 on Wednesday, January 24th at The Grove. Beginning at 8:30 p.m., our show will feature a variety of regional talent performing a few of the many different styles of belly dance. Expect performances from "Old Style" Egyptian and classic Cabaret dancers to troupes breaking the mold with the latest in Tribal stylizations.

The performers in each showcase change, but the fun, enthusiasm and creativity in each show remains the same. If you are new to the Guild or just new to town, try something a little different in the new year - come out and join us! The Guild’s quarterly showcase is open to the public and all Middle Eastern dancers who are Guild members are eligible to perform regardless of experience. Guild shows provide an opportunity for amateur dancers to gain performance experience, as well as a venue for professional performers to promote their talents within the greater Central Oregon community. Dance spaces are limited and dancers must pre-register by emailing bijoubellydance@yahoo.com.

Established in 2005, the High Desert Belly Dance Guild supports Central Oregon's belly dance community. The mission of the Guild is threefold:

• To promote belly dance to the public as a legitimate art form.

• To provide professional development and performance opportunities for members of the belly dance community.

• To facilitate communication among members of the belly dance community and to provide opportunities for community-building and support.

For more information on the High Desert Belly Dance Guild or to become a member, please visit our website at www.highdesertbellydance.org.

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Di Lusso update.....

2006-12-30T20:24:53Z

Hello all!
Hope the holiday season's treating you well, and that you're enjoying all that the season has to offer!!!

Well, I have some *sad* news: it seems that due to a new,early closing time at Di Lusso, we will no longer be performing there on 2nd Saturdays of the month..... :^(
We've really enjoyed our time there, and are so grateful to all of you who came down to support us, and also, to Di Lusso for hosting us!!!
We'll really miss our shows there....it kinda feels like home to us!!!

Stay tuned for more info: we're scouting some new venues for a similar "homey" gig!!! :) Wish us luck!
Check in here or our website for updates: www.gypsyfirebellydance.com

Happy New Year!!!
Quinn

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Bellydance Classes with Leia begin Jan. 8th

2006-12-18T05:51:11Z

A second generation bellydancer, Leia has been performing for 15 years and teaching for 6. She draws her inspiration from her wide world of experience and from the spark within. She is currently a member of the Bijou Project.

Classes offered by Leia for Winter, 2007

Bellydance for Moms
Shimmy, taxim, undulate, and more in this kid-friendly environment. Open to all levels of dance experience. $5/class. Sundays, 3-4:15

Advanced Solo Technique
A different approach for the skilled soloist. We will focus on dance persona, improvised solo technique, alternate zil rhythms, and shimmies & isolations. Many performance opportunities! Sundays, 5:45-7:30 $40/mo. $12/drop-in

NEW! Bellydance for Kids
Whirl with a veil, slither your snake-arms and give your friends the genie-eye, as we play and have fun to the hypnotic rhythms of Arabia. Open to boys and girls ages 4 and up. Recital June 16. Tuesdays 10:00-11:00.
$30/mo. $8 drop-in.

Classes for Winter, 2007 begin in January.
All classes are held in studio B at the new Gotta Dance! studio, located at 917 NE 8th St., behind Erikson's Shopping Center.

Call 318-0063 or email leianapoli@yahoo.com for more info.

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Hello from a new member...

2006-11-27T23:12:45Z

I will be in town for Christmas and was hoping there might be some dancing happening? I would love to participate or support...
Sincerely,
Aziza

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Team Shimmy?

2006-11-27T22:54:09Z

I was up skiiing today at the Nordic Center & had the thought that it might be great fun to have a Pole Pedal Paddle team composed of central Oregon dancers -- we could all wear coin belts! For those unfamiliar with this annual Bend event, it includes downhill ski, cross-country ski, bike, run, and paddle (kyak or canoe). I've done all the parts of the event and it's lots of fun (totally non-competitive). The "race" is in May. I'm willing to do the cross-country ski & organize the team if anyone is interested. If anyone else thinks this sounds fun, let me know either through this forum or my email: zot@bendcable.com.

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Dancer Showcase at the Grove Sept. 27 (this Wednesday!)

2006-10-17T00:15:50Z

Join the High Desert Belly Dance Guild for its quarterly Middle Eastern Dance Showcase on September 27th at The Grove. Beginning at 8:30 p.m., our show will feature a variety of regional talent performing a few of the many different styles of belly dance. Expect performances from "Old Style" Egyptian and classic Cabaret dancers to troupes breaking the mold with the latest in Tribal Fusion stylizations.

Our first showcase was a huge success – come and join us for this one! The Guild’s quarterly showcase is open to the public and all Middle Eastern dancers who are Guild members are eligible to perform regardless of experience. Guild shows provide an opportunity for amateur dancers to gain performance experience, as well as a venue for professional performers to promote their talents within the greater Central Oregon community. Dance spaces are limited and dancers must pre-register by emailing sahara64@gmail.com.

Established in 2005, the High Desert Belly Dance Guild supports Central Oregon's belly dance community. The mission of the Guild is threefold:
• To promote belly dance to the public as a legitimate art form.
• To provide professional development and performance opportunities for members of the belly dance community.
• To facilitate communication among members of the belly dance community and to provide opportunities for community-building and support.

For more information on the High Desert Belly Dance Guild or to become a member, please visit our website at www.highdesertbellydance.org.

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MEDGE (your sisters to the West!)

2006-10-12T17:09:17Z

Hi everyone, I wanted to make a connection here - I'm the performance coordinator for MEDGE and I just wanted to say HI!!! And that if any of you are ever in town and want to come dance at one of our shows, you're more than welcome to contact me! Every third Friday of the month! I suppose you all know about our fall fest this Saturday? Still some spots open! Happy dancin'!!!!

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Americanistan this weekend!!

2006-08-22T16:39:16Z

There's still plenty of room to sign up and dance at the Evening show! Come strut your stuff and join dancers Raqsafar, Yvanna, Kamini, Leia, Heather and Leia in duet, and more ... dancing to the fabulous Americanistan!

As well, there is still room in the workshop for dancing to live music! Come on down, and remember, Guild members get a discount on both the show and the workshop!!

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Meeting change-- again! Please read!

2006-08-11T21:27:51Z

Due to a variety of circumstances, the meeting for tomorrow (Sat Aug 12) has been rescheduled to its usual time and place. It will be at noon at the library. Please check tribe before you leave for the meeting in case there are any additional last minute changes!!! Thanks!
Zweena

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Next Guild Meeting-- Change in time and place!

2006-07-19T23:17:42Z

Please note that the next meeting will be on August 12th as scheduled-- but will be at 10 a.m. at the Bend Community Center (instead of the library at noon). Saturday morning at 10...I for one will have a coffee in my hand : )
Thanks!
Zweena

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Guild Bylaws

2006-07-18T04:48:43Z

Hi everyone,

A draft of the Guild by-laws is now available for members to peruse. We most likely vote on the bylaws at the next meeting. If you plan to vote and would like to look at the draft, please contact me and I will send one to you.

Also, please be aware that the next meeting (August 12) may not be at its regular time (12) or location (library) because there is another belly dance event scheduled that day in Bend. Details of the new time/location have not been finalized.

Thanks!
Zweena

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July meeting change

2006-06-29T21:16:00Z

Hello all!
Just got word that the July meeting date has been changed: instead of the normal 2nd Saturday meeting, in July, the guild meeting will be Saturday, July 15 @ the Library (upstairs, meeting room in back right corner) @ noon.
See you there!
Quinn

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Raquy & the Cavemen tomorrow

2006-06-01T07:20:27Z

Raquy and the Cavemen are coming tomorrow (June 2nd)!

I can hardly believe it is June already...This will have been such a great year for Middle Eastern Music in Bend! Come out and dance! Bend Community Center Friday June 2nd. Workshop at 6 p.m., show at 8 p.m. For details on this and other events of the High Desert Dance Festival, visit www.highdesertdancefest.org. The early bird special has been extended and tickets for the show will be only $10 at the door! Tix also available from Boomtown Records, online at the festival website, and from most bellydance instructors in the area. Workshop/show combo is $20.

See you there everyone!

Zweena

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1st Quarterly High Desert Bellydance Guild show: Wed. 5/3/06!!!

2006-05-06T02:26:33Z

Wednesday, May 3, 2006, 8:30 to 10 pm at The Grove! Admission free until 9:00 pm when a cover charge will apply. Minors are allowed in The Grove until 10 p.m.

Join the High Desert Bellydance Guild for its quarterly Bellydance
Showcase. Our show will feature a variety of regional talent
performing a few of the many different styles of bellydance. Expect
performances from Old School Egyptian and classic Cabaret dancers to
troupes breaking the mold with the latest in Tribal Fusion
stylizations.

Our quarterly shows are open to all Middle Eastern dancers who are
GUILD MEMBERS regardless of experience, and provide an opportunity
for amateur dancers to gain performance experience, as well as a
venue for professional performers to promote their talents within
the greater Central Oregon community. Dance spaces are limited and
dancers must pre-register by emailing bijoudancer@msn.com. If space
is available, dancers may register to perform at the door.

Established in 2005, the High Desert Belly Dance Guild supports
Central Oregon's bellydance community. The mission of the Guild is
threefold:
¢ To promote belly dance to the public as a legitimate art form.
¢ To provide professional development and performance opportunities
for members of the belly dance community.
¢ To facilitate communication among members of the belly dance
community and to provide opportunities for community-building and
support.

For more information on the High Desert Bellydance Guild or to
become a member, please visit our website at
www.highdesertbellydance.org

This should be a great event! See you there!
Quinn

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High Desert Dance Fest official site!!!

2006-04-07T19:17:39Z

Hello all!

I just got word that there's an official website for the 4th annual High Desert Dance Festival, June 2 & 3: www.highdesertdancefest.org

This year, the Fest has been expanded, and festivities begin on Friday, June 2: Raquy and the Cavemen will be teaching a drumming workshop, and then performing in an evening show. Then, Saturday, June 3, Nemra Khan will be teaching a dance workshop, and performing in the evening show, featuring many local dancers.

Much more info available on the site......check it out!
Hope to see you there!
Quinn

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Guild meetings

2006-03-18T08:30:59Z

High Desert Bellydance Guild meetings are open to dancers interested in the HDBDG.....
Meetings are held 2nd Saturdays of each month, at noon, in the Deschutes County Library, Hutchison meeting room (2nd floor, turn right at the top of the stairs, and head all the way to the far wall...room is on the right)

Next meeting: Sat. April 8.

See you there!

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High Desert Bellydance guild

2006-03-18T08:26:11Z

Hello all!

This tribe is intended as an additional way for dancers interested in the High Desert Bellydance Guild to touch base with each other, and to keep up to date on Guild happenings!

Please feel free to post questions, events, photos, etc.....

Thanks!
Quinn

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