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A sort-of Mahira Tribe announcement!

2009-09-15T23:14:37Z

While this is not an "official" Mahira Tribe event, it's close....

December 5th, 2009
First Presbyterian Church of Vineland (8th & Landis Avenues)
Doors open @ 7 PM, performances begin @ 8 PM

Trisha's Birthday Hafla!!!!
Just like our famous (infamous?) Mahira Tribe haflas, but this time it's personal!

If you are interested in vending and/or performing, please contact me at tdennis125@comcast.net

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Could be.... who knows....

2009-08-13T12:58:53Z

Something's coming, I don't know what it is, but it is
Gonna be great!!!!

*teehee*

Seriously, watch this space! Something IS coming!

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Mahira Tribe at Fantasy Faire!

2009-06-03T23:23:21Z

Don't miss it this weekend! We will be performing throughout the weekend, and will be visited by such wonderful friends as Christiane and Devi'Ance, Mahalat, Jendayi, Tapestry Tribal and many others!

http://www.wheatonarts.org/calendar/2009events/fantasyfaire09/fantasyfaireoverview

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Mahira Tribe at West Windsor 5/16/2009

2009-05-22T02:03:51Z

Finally, the Tribe gods saw fit to allow me to post this pictures of you ladies. Man was it hard to upload and I've got a few more to go! Taken by Daniel Rivera last weekend. Enjoy!

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West Windsor Renaissance Faire!

2009-05-16T13:53:09Z

Come out and see Mahira Tribe AND FRIENDS this weekend at the West Windsor Renaissance Faire in Mercer County Park! We are performing at noon and 3 on Saturday, and at noon on Sunday. All proceeds benefit the Lions Club, and there are lots of wonderful things to do and see!

Bring the kids, there's lots of room to run :)

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Sort-of at Bellyjam!

2009-04-20T13:09:20Z

Mahira Tribe won't be there in force, but I'll be *gasp* soloing at the Hipnosis Bellyjam this weekend!

*thud*

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We're not dead yet!

2009-02-05T23:59:01Z

Seriously!

Mahira Tribe is still out there.... we'll have some exciting new things to show you all soon, hopefully at Spring Caravan!

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Al-hafla- who's going?

2009-01-16T20:38:20Z

Hey all,

This is a shout out for al-hafla, an SCA Middle Eastern Event, hosted by the lovely Christiane! On Saturday, January 17th, at the Silver Lake Nature Center in Bristol PA!

I'll be there (as i'm also cooking food for this shindig) and word on the street is that Carmine and Melissa will be playing. They'll also be vendors for spending the holiday money.

So, who else is in?
Amy

Amy

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NJ Bellydancing hafla TOMORROW!

2008-11-08T03:17:38Z

Don't miss Mahira Tribe at the NJ Bellydancing hafla tomorrow! It promises to be a GREAT time with amazing performances :)

http://www.njbellydancing.org/Venues.htm#NJ_Belly_Dancing%92s_2nd_Annual_Event_

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Photos up from Rakkasah East 2008

2008-11-03T02:50:53Z

We bought the photo cd from Carl F. Sermon, the Rakkasah photographer, and it just came in the mail today. :)

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SCA- Known World Dance Symposium 2009

2008-10-29T18:50:55Z

For all our SCA friends out there, I'm happy to announce that the Known World Dance Symposium, a fabulous event that takes place every other year in places all over the "Known World" (it's been in various US locations, as well as the Australian continent!), will be held in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (Kingdom of Ealdormere) from July 2nd-5th, 2009. This event focuses on dance, and to a lesser extent music, from the Middle Ages, and is packed with fabulous classes on actual dances, theory, history, along with opportunities to dance all night long, and generally geek out with people who are passionate about dancing!
There will be a focus on both European and Middle Eastern styles of dance, with classes during the days and haflas at night. We are currently in the process of looking for teachers for dance and music tracks. If you're interested in teaching Middle Eastern dance, performing, helping out, playing music, teaching music or coming out and learning and partying with us, please contact me here on tribe or Lord Darius (info below) for more information! We'd love to see you in Ealdormere next July!

Please see the flyer below for more information & feel free to contact me with any questions or to get involved!
-Safiya
coordinator of the Middle Eastern Program

Start Planning Now….
You Don’t Want to Miss It…
Pack your dancing shoes and your passport…

Ealdormere will Proudly Host

Known World Dance Symposium 2009
July 2 to 5, 2009

At McMaster University, Hamilton in Canada!

KWDSvii.org

Check the web site for more details as they evolve.

You can also contact Lord Darius the Dancer at: KWDSvii@gmail.com

Or by phoning 1-877-384-4938 it’s toll free!

European Dance Classes, Music Classes, Middle Eastern Dance Classes,

Theory and Discussions too

Where in the Known World is Hamilton?

Only 45 minutes west of the Big City of Toronto,
1hour and 20 minutes west of Buffalo New York,
3 hours east of Detroit Michigan
4 hours north from Pennsic!

Where would I stay?
McMaster University Residence Space will be available

Visitors Inn, on Main St. West in Hamilton is only a 5 min drive from the event site.

Hamilton Inn, also on Main St. West is very close too.

Or make a new friend and crash with a local.

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What's going on with Mahira?

2008-08-24T16:24:21Z

Well, things have been a bit quiet lately...we've been gearing up for Rakkasah East (Saturday at 9:32 PM, look for various Mahirans around the backstage areas all day) and enjoying new babies! One new baby in May, one in June, and one due at the very end of the year!

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Welcome to artistpaintingonline.com

2008-06-28T03:22:38Z

.Here you will find original artworks by Artist Muller Jean Francois. Jean Francois is a professional, world known artist that is trusted world wide, dedicated to doing haitian artwork and preferring panoramic, countryside and landscape. Recently he started experimenting with abstract and impressionism. Muller is also an art collector and approaches his art through positivity. Jean Muller began to work in acrylics and oils, preferring a primitive approach to painting. His favorite colors are red, yellow, blue, and green. All of the pieces of art on this site are for sale. If you are intrested in purchasing any of these paintings, you may order on line using a credit card or let us know what pieces you are intrested in by email. Your request will be answered promptly. You can also leave your thoughts and comments in our guestbook. We hope you enjoy our site.

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The Totally Normal Event

2008-06-20T04:20:27Z

Put on by Jeff Mach, this is his last non-Wicked Faire event for some time. Proceeds will be going to SPARC, Summer Program for Academic Reach and Creativity. It is a nonprofit summer program for gifted adolescents, founded by people closely involved with WickedEvents. It is On June 28th and tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door - you can't beat this price for the performers who will be there.

The premise: "The Totally Normal Event takes place in a universe much like our own, only one in which most fantasy, mythology, and science fiction is essentially true. The idea is that, under the guise of being some sort of convention for normal humans who dress up, we're actually those creatures of myth, disguised. Not disguised very well, mind you, but still.

Within the event itself is an enormous world of entertainments, performances, workshops, pleasures, panels, parties, and entertainments.

And we're working on a Secret Project to extend the event outside the confines of time and place..."

Performers include The Dresden Dolls, Sxip and the Luminescent Orchestrii, Freezepop, Barry Louis Polisar, Voltaire, Isaac Bonewits, The White Elephant Burlesque Society (which is worth going just to see them), David W. Jacobsen, Psyche Corporation, Lilith Lore, Captain Velocity, Mary Cyn, Daniel the Jester, The Mighty Mike Saga, Aaron Glotfelter (the Erotic Hypnotist) and Princess Sunshine. This is in addition to all the parties being held by the Tribes (of which there are four: The Makers [mad scientists], The Takers [evil overlords], The Hedonists [do I need to explain that one?], and The Talesenders [Harnessing the power of story] and other smaller happenings including a The Silent Auction, Rock Band Ball, Human Bingo, Screening of Straight On Till Morning, and many, many more.

For those with extra cash, there (as always at events) will be loads of vendors! They include: Speampunk Weaponary, Face/Body painting, Ruff Doggie Styles, Sculptoons, BondcoDSM, Oxelot Cyberlox, Nicholas Leather, Secret Shop, Christina Yoder, Queen of the Cat People, Ishta Arts, The Pointy Eared Artisan, For Your Nymphomation, Radiance Bound, Horror Show Jack, DragonWeave Jewelry, The Drum and Whistle, Nightshade Leather, The Five Wits, Griffons Claw Armoury, Brute Force Leather, Private Island Toys, Crystals, Grendel's Den, David Sklar, and Dragonflame Archery.

And don’t forget the after-parties, they rock!

Also, there will be some pre-event happenings on Friday night as the staff and many, many minions will be there early to set up and there are parties in the works.

www.wickedfaire.com

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Thanks to all for a great West Windsor!

2008-06-12T22:39:07Z

We were so lucky to have so many beautiful and talented ladies to share the stage with us at this weekend's West Windsor Faire!

Kudos go out to Christiane of Ak-Ana, Jendayi, Pandora and the Femme Fatales, Shivati, and Chayne and Natali of Desert Lotus.

Each performer brought a unique and inspiring energy with her, and really delighted the crowd!

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Suzanne and Sean rock the Spring Caravan stage!!!!!

2008-06-11T12:41:23Z

You've GOT to check this out! Sean and Suzanne performed on Friday night at Spring Caravan and they were AMAZING!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3PnBBZkT_4
I have to sing their praises! So awesome!

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Mahira Tribe is EVERYWHERE this weekend! :)

2008-06-08T23:22:37Z

Don't miss out! Suzanne and Sean are dancing at Spring Caravan on Friday night in the 9:00 hour. Suzanne will be stage managing for most of the event as well, so say hi!

Also, much of the rest of Mahira Tribe will be at the Fantasy Faire at Wheaton Village in Millville NJ on Saturday and Sunday. We are in charge of the hafla stage, come out and say hello!

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So stoked!

2008-06-04T20:49:41Z

I know this is a little late, but better late than never! :p
I would like to thank the Mahira Tribe for having me in Vineland, May 3rd. I had a blast dancing, though Michelle De Vine kicked by butt off in her awesome workshops! Thank you so much, I learned so much and met the most wonderful women! I was so happy to be there and the energy was great! And whoever made the chilli, needs to come be my personal chef!!! LOL!
I plan on continuing to learn with Michelle De Vine and the rest of you lovely ladies! You have really made an impact on my life and gave me encouragement. I cannot thank you all enough for giving me the opportunity to study and dance with you all!
*BIG HUGS*

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Professional Photographer coming to Hafla!!!

2008-06-02T02:13:24Z

Christopher Onesti, a locally aclaimed photographer, will be vending at our hafla! So come in your Hafla best. ;-)

Have you been searching for an awesome picture of your troop performing or posed? Something you could use on a website or a business card? Or maybe just a fabulous picture of yourself in your favorite costume. Christopher Onesti is your guy.

I don't know what his pricing or packages are yet, but as for the quality of his work you can check out the photoshoot in our tribe gallery and see the photoshoot he did of me in my profile. He totally rocks!

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Mahira Style

2008-05-21T21:16:45Z

There’s no doubt about it! The ladies of Mahira Tribe are talented dancers who possess an uncommon elegance when they move. Yet it is sometimes hard to define Mahira’s dancing style. So I thought I’d pose the question directly.

I’ve always thought of the troupe’s performances as Modern Folkloric or even Interpretive Folkloric for the stage. There is a joyful, fun, and wholesome quality that seems genuine in its presentation. There is a distinctive blending of ethnic movement that is true to the term “fusion”.

You ladies are a lot like a grandma’s secrete receipt. There’s a delicious blending of spices that you can’t completely identify. It taste like home and you can’t help but want another serving!

So how would you describe the talented style of Mahira?

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Let's hear it for Mahira Tribe at the West Windsor Renaissance Faire!

2008-05-20T17:44:09Z

Thanks for letting me be part of the Gypsy Dance Extravaganza! And the ladies of Mahira Tribe just rocked the joint with their dancing!

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Check out the Photos from the Hafla!

2008-05-11T19:07:00Z

Everyone was fabulous, and we have proof. Check out the photos taken of your performances curtesy of Christopher Onesti Photography.

These are just shrunked down versions of the originals, but the originals have a high enough resolution that they can be blown up to poster size if you so desired. If you want to see or purchase the rest of the photos taken of you or your group, you can contact Chris at conesti (at) mannadesignworks.com He can send you a DVD of all your photos, including printing and usage rights, that you can use on business cards, websites, and flyers (or just send to your mom).

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Help us help you... please?

2008-05-11T14:57:25Z

Hello to all the lovely Mahira Tribe friends...

After our very successful workshops last weekend, Mahira Tribe is starting to think about expanding what we do and offering more workshops in the future! But it wouldn't make sense to do this without getting some ideas on what YOU want! We know that between what the DDLC does, the Philly scene, Tempest in Cape May, and the Rakkasah festivals, there's a really large amount to choose from out there.

So, when you have a moment, would you ponder these questions for us? You can either post answers here in our tribe or PM me personally if you'd prefer your answers be kept private. We'd really appreciate it!

1. What attracts you most to a workshop? (reputation of instructor, workshop topics, location/travel distance, price, other reasons)

2. When offered a workshop by an instructor with whom you are not familiar, what would make you more likely to take the workshop? (workshop topics, location/travel distance, price, other reasons)

3. What types of workshop are you personally most interested in? (props, genre-specific styling, technique, historic/folkloric, non-bellydance styles, other)

4. Are there any instructors or topics you feel are lacking in the local area that you would like to see happen?

5. Are there any instructors or topics you would not want to be offered?

6. What do you feel is a fair price for a 2-3 hour workshop? What do you feel is a fair price for a day of 2 workshops of 2-3 hours each?

7. Please add any comments you think would assist us in our future planning.

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Thank you all so much!

2008-05-06T18:07:11Z

Thank you so much to all of our performers, everyone who took the workshops, our wonderful audience....

Our Spring hafla was our most successful yet! There was not a dull moment, not a performance that did not shine, not a face without a smile. It was truly a great experience! THANK YOU!

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Workshops and Hafla with Michelle Devine!

2008-05-03T11:01:45Z

Mahira Tribe is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the amazing Michelle Devine for two workshops and a hafla on May 3rd, 2008!

The workshops:
Intro/Sword Basics from 1:00-3:00: History of the sword dance, how to balance, standing moves, walking moves, and combinations!

and

Double Veil from 3:30-5:30 PM. Standing, walking and spinning using 2 veils at once!

Hafla to follow featuring Michelle Devine, Mahalat, Mahira Tribe, Tempest, Ak-Ana and more! (Only $5, free with workshop purchase! Children 6 and under free!)

Cost: $30 each, $55 for both by April 17th. After April 17th or at door: $35 dollars each, $65 for both. Free admission to the hafla with purchase of a workshop!)

Location: First Presbyterian Church Hall, Vineland, NJ.

Register at http://www.paypal.com, payable to rufusdire@yahoo.com

For more info, email me at amywoj at hotmail.com

Hope to see you there!

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Here comes the hafla!

2008-04-29T12:49:47Z

Hey everyone! Just a reminder!

Mahira Tribe Spring Hafla
May 3, 2008
doors open 7 PM.
First Presbyterian Church of Vineland
800. E. Landis Avenue, Vineland NJ 08360 (at the corner of 8th & Landis Avenues)
$5 admission

With performances by Michelle Devine and Mahalat, Tempest, Ak-Ana, and lots of our NJ and Philly favorites! Lots of vendors!

And our fabulous POT LUCK feast! I don't know if we can talk Jendayi into making her famous jambalya again.... but bring your favorite munchies and drinks to share! :)

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What's Up?

2008-03-29T14:37:49Z

I miss my Mahiranis and want to know what's happening and if there are any haflas or faires in the planning:-)

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Thank you Mahira!

2008-03-07T03:09:19Z

For bringing such beauty and style to the Green Knoll! All of you were so amazing and as always, such a pleasure to see!

Nokota

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Nomadiqa Ethnic Fusion and Arabesque Beats - Repost

2007-11-15T12:19:47Z

Hi Folks,
We recently released a debut album. It's a mix of electronic and arabian styles. We're hoping it might appeal to the tribal and belly dance community, and also people that are into this sort of vibe and music. Please feel free to have a listen on myspace where we have four full tracks available to listen online.

http://www.myspace.com/nomadiqa

It would also be great to promote it through the network of tribal and/or belly dance teachers who might be interested to sell it at a class or bazaar. We can offer it at wholesale prices with plenty of capacity for the seller to make a decent profit on top of the wholesale price.

Please contact info@nomadiqa.com for further details. Sorry for the self promotion.

Hope to hear from you.

Many thanks,

Nomadiqa
http://www.nomadiqa.com

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Mahira Tribe at Rakkasah East!

2007-10-16T02:40:19Z

Mahira Tribe will be performing at 5pm on Saturday. Prime Time baby! The first song of our set will be performed LIVE by the talented Mahira Tribe Band! The amazing and passionate Trisha will be doing a solo, as will I, and we've got a special surprise for the finale.

No, I'm not telling.

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Mahira Tribe at Pennsic!

2007-09-12T23:12:02Z

Hey all,

We will be TEACHING a workshop at Pennsic this year! It's called "Mahira Tribe's Lively Skirt Combos" and will feature some brand new fabulous stuff from us! (I am both excited and TERRIFIED). The class is at 10 AM on Tuesday and Thursday, Tuesday in Orluk Oasis, and Thursday in the Middle East Dance Pavilion (I think).

So, come say hi!

Amy

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Mahira Tribe rocked he Belly Jam last night!

2007-08-29T23:23:33Z

I know because I saw them!

And they had their band with them too!

Hurray!

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Suzanne's Birthday

2007-08-20T12:56:12Z

Hey Suzanne,
I hope you ahad a fabulous birthday yesterday!

Cheers,
Mi

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UNMATA, Zafira, Kassar, Sashi, Tribal Feat, Frèdèrique and Gyspy Caravan in Buffalo, NY

2007-06-27T19:43:48Z

UNMATA, Zafira, Kassar, Sashi, Tribal Feat, Frèdèrique and Gyspy Caravan all in one night at Ani DiFranco's Church? Northern Migration Tribal/Alternative Bellydance Festival is offering you the HOTTEST tickets in the world!!! Purchase your ticket on the web at www.northernmigration.net, at Heartbeat of the East World Dance Studio or at the door at 341 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14202 and meet us on July 14th at 7:30. A kicking after party is in the works as well. Rub elbows with Tribal’s finest and Get to NoMi!!!

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Faire

2007-06-19T16:09:33Z

Just wanted to say thank you for inviting us to perform at the faire! We all had a good time and would love to see this event continue and gain popularity! The venue was amazing!

/hug to all of Mahira Tribe!!

Mirjana and the Sand Shimmers Troupe

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Fantasy Faire!

2007-06-17T18:50:00Z

Hey everyone,
The Fifth Annual Mystic Realms Fantasy Faire will take place this weekend in Wheaton Village, down in Millville, NJ.

As one of the attractions, we are having a whole side stage dedicated to bellydancers! Some of your local NJ favorites are scheduled to perform, including Mahira Tribe, Frankie of Tribal Manna, Mahalat, Hipnosis, Christiane of Ak-Ana, Jendayi, Raks el Sahara and more!

There will also be sword fighting, Wandering Minstrels, Bawdy Ballads, the lovely Zahra singing Renaissance songs, and Magadalena and Ameelia of Mahira doing silly Kid songs!

For more info, checkout the website www.wheatonvillage.org

And stop by and say hi!
Amy

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Mahira Tribe on YouTube!

2007-06-15T18:06:05Z

Yes, folks, we're up on YouTube (finally)! Here is our performance at Spring Caravan. Comments, feedback, compliments, adulation are greatly appreciated!

Here's part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zQKMST_OV8
And part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxCXXpEcYMI

Part 3 with our AMAZING musicians will be posted later tonight :)

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Carmine Workshop and Hafla

2007-06-11T15:25:07Z

Monday, July 2, 2007
The Fig Café Hookah Lounge
437 Old York Road
Jenkintown, PA

BABY BEGINNER DOUMBEK 6PM
In this workshop, you will learn the proper hand/finger techniques to produce clean beautiful sounds from your doumbek. You will learn how to play several traditional Middle Eastern rhythms as well as how to switch between them. This workshop is perfect for beginners or experienced drummers who want to brush up or clean up their technique.

PLAYING DRUM SOLOS FOR DANCERS 7PM
In this workshop, you will learn new drum hits, and how to incorporate new rhythms into an interesting solo for a dancer (with rhythm changes and a solo). You will learn techniques for playing a solo on your own, as well as having other drummers accompany you.

TRIBAL MANNA’S BELLY DANCE EXPO 8PM
Performances by the local belly dance superstars, followed by open dancing, drumming and performance by Carmine Guida.

$25/Workshop or $35 for Both

Email fdm4@cornell.edu to pre-register for both workshops or sign up for a performance slot.
$5 entrance fee for non-workshop participants

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I need a photo...

2007-06-04T19:55:21Z

Hey All,
I am designing the covers/label/etc. for my upcoming DVD - Baby Beginner Doumbek Workshop.

Do any of you have any photos of me teaching?

I need the photos to be pretty big in size... anything will help.. i'm looking for that 1 gem or two...

Please email me directly: carmine@carmine.com

Thanks!

-Carmine

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Belly Dance Photo Shoots in Philly ~ 10/10 & 10/11

2007-06-04T18:51:16Z

My traveling studio is coming from LA to Philly and I'm now taking appointments for photo shoots in Philly on October 10 & 11th~

My rate for shooting is $200 per hour and you can view examples of my belly dance photography at this link..... http://tribes.tribe.net/pixievision/thread/f80a19fc-0a62-4648-a448-5c46b25ef0cb

Please email me for more info~ :)

All the best,
Pixie

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West Windsor Faire

2007-05-18T15:12:25Z

Mahira Tribe and some of our fabulous friends (like the amazing Jendayi!) will be performing at the West Windsor Lions Renaissance Festival this very weekend, MAy 19th and 20th, in Mercer County Park, Hamilton, NJ.

Come on by and say hi!

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Mahira Tribe at Smithville Belly Jam

2007-05-14T19:24:38Z

It was a lot of fun. Unfortunately we got lost on the way there and only arrived one act before we went on, so we didn't get to see a lot of our friends perform. :-( Check out some of the pictures.

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Mahira Hafla Video!

2007-05-09T03:01:44Z

We just got the DVDs in the mail from Carmine last night. :-D Willa, who was the videographer for his drum workshop, was kind enough to set up her equipment and tape the entire halfa for us for free. The first DVD goes from the first open dancing to almost the end of Frankie's solo. Frankie, you looked awesome, but I'm afraid that the DVD ran out of room before it finished. :( The second DVD starts up somewhere in the middle of Jenn's veil solo, when she's only dancing with one veil instead of two. I think there was one performer in between them who unfortunately didn't get taped at all. We haven't watched the whole thing yet, but it looks really great.

A huge thank you to Willa and Carmine!!!

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More Mahira sightings...

2007-05-06T20:08:05Z

This Saturday, at 5:32 Pm at Rakkasah's Spring Caravan! And of course, at various after-parties...

Monday May 7th: Amy (At least!) and possibly more of the Tribe at Tribal Manna at Fig Cafe.

Saturday, May 12th: Mahira Tribe at the Smithville Bellyjam

May 19th and 20th: Mahira Tribe performs at the West Windsor Renaissance Faire!

June 2nd- TBA (a few things up in the air)

June 16th and 17th: Mystic Realms Fantasy and Folklife Festival at Wheaton Arts Center!

August 3-10th: Pennsic War: Look for Mahira Tribe Workshops!

Whew...I'm tired just posting them....

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Hafla Picture Help

2007-04-26T17:18:41Z

Hello Mahira Tribe,

I'm Barefoot Chris.....Crystal's husband (and webmaster). I just uploaded pictures of your Hafla to her website at www.crystalkini.com (click on the "Event Gallery") but we need a bit of help. Some of the images are captioned "pending" in the slideshow......could you please help me by identifying the performers in those shots?

Any other comments and feedback are welcome.

Sincerely,

Barefoot Chris
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Get to NoMi! 3 weeks of early bird pricing remain for Northern Migration.

2007-04-25T18:31:48Z

Registration for Northern Migration is up and running! There are 3 weeks left in the early bird pricing period. Visit www.northernmigration.net to peruse the classes being offered by Gypsy Caravan, UNMATA, Kassar, Sashi of Ascend Tribal, Frèdèrique, Tribal Feat and Daveed Korup. The festival runs July 13-15, 2007 at Asbury Hall at The Church (the church that Ani DiFranco saved) in Buffalo, NY. Festival events include dancing and drumming workshops, vending, a Friday night Hafla featuring student performances, a Saturday night gala showcasing Festival instructors and a rocking after party! Vending opportunities are still available, please PM me for details. I hope you visit the web site to see all of our exciting offerings and I hope to see you in Buffalo in July! We are so proud of our little festival and we want to share the love!!!

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VIDEO: Musicians at the Hafla

2007-04-24T02:46:20Z

Hey all!

Here are the musicians playing before the hafla started (or maybe in the middle):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwRBmNREi1g

-Carmine

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Thank You!

2007-04-23T19:37:43Z

Thank you to all who came out and dance at the Second Annual Mahira Tribe Spring Hafla!

The dancers were stunning. the audience enthusiastic, our musicians rocked!

Yummy food, pretty merchandise, lovely people...thank you all!

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Mahira Tribe Spring Hafla!

2007-04-23T17:05:17Z

I wasn’t surprised that the Mahira Tribe’s Spring Hafla would be a fantastic event. Afterall, these ladies (and gentlemen from their live band) already knew how to make dancers and guests feel welcome in their space. They are always the perfect hostesses. They work together to insure all bases are covered and all details are thoughtfully executed. They are always gracious and grateful to everyone participating.

Mahira started things off with an elegant performance accompanied by live music. They are beautiful to watch because of their heartfelt interaction with each other. When Mahira performs, you get the sense you’re watching something genuine. They have fun on stage and invite you to join them. That kind of communication between dancers is inspiring. Mahira’s style mixes technique with a joyfulness that is supposed to accompany dance.

Every performer did a phenomenal job! Every performance built upon the outstanding one before it. There was a rich variety of styles, levels of experience, costuming, and music. The evening didn’t become a blur. You could remember something distinctively special about each dancer. It’s natural for two or three performers to standout at similar events. It’s spectacular when there is such an abundance of talent that the entire evening stands out.

I could hog the post with much more commentary about individual performances, but it would be moot. How do you compare a rose to a lily? A sunrise to a sunset? It’s all so beautiful and inspiring to behold.

If I must comment on one individual piece, it would be Carmine. We’re all going to say we knew him when as his star continues to shine and burn brightly. A musician’s musician, Carmine is incredibly gifted. He’s devilish and shy, hilarious and focused, carefree and caring. Carmine is the friend you laugh and cry with over a bottle of rum. When Carmine plays, it’s with infectious joy and passion. Surely his baby drumming workshop video will be another must buy when completed!

What I also noticed last night about Mahira is that they’re not just capable of hosting a cool event or delivering a solid performance. Mahira Tribe has a talent for creating a sense of community. That’s a much more powerful thing because the feeling last beyond one evening of great entertainment. Mahira Tribe knows how to create an environment that brings people together. They have a knack for putting the “Party” into “Haflas”!

Great Food, Great Entertainment, Organizations, Friendly Environment and a sincere Appreciation for the people there are the elements perfect hafla. Still, as evident from last night, Mahira brings “community” to their haflas. I felt a connection to the vendors, dancers, musicians, and the audience. I met new people and reconnected with old friends. Names and numbers were quickly exchanged. Because the host did their job, the spirit of friendship passed on to everyone there. That kind of magic comes from Mahira’s sincere desire to make the night special and memorable.

Like every great host, Mahira has said thank you to each of us for participating last night. In response, I say “No, THANK YOU! For all your hard work, dedication, and hospitality!” It was extraordinary to attend this “extended family reunion”.

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Mahira Hafla TONIGHT!!!

2007-04-21T18:30:36Z

Can't wait!

Whose going???

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HAFLA LOCATION!

2007-04-19T21:44:28Z

Okay, after some fevered last minute searching, we have found a NEW hafla location: (If you took one of the flyers from Vasha's show, the info has changed)

Our location:
First Presbyterian Church
Landis and Eight Street
Vineland NJ

(not sure of the zip code).

Because our new site is bigger and we can get into earlier, we are also opening our doors earlier! Doors will open at 6 PM, we will begin performances @ 7 PM.

Hope to see you there!

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WHEN....

2007-04-03T12:31:21Z

...can I see Mahira perform next?????????????

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Come see us tonight!

2007-03-21T15:09:56Z

The Mahira Tribe band (squeal!) will debut tongiht at Vasha Hatal's bellydance extravanganza!

http://devadasibellydance.com/march_event.htm

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Hafla performers, so far!

2007-03-18T15:39:20Z

Wow! for our hafla on April 21st, 2007, we have:

Mahira Tribe
Ma'Nia Tribe
Ak-Ana
Alexia
Mirjana and the Sand Shimmers
Deviance
Alia Saleem
Jendayi
Mary

and, just confirmed, Michelle Devine and Mahalat!

And, of course, the fabulous Carmine will grace us all with his crazy doumbek playing!

Amy

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Where'd they go?

2007-03-05T20:43:17Z

In the interest of good taste, and the fact that far too many of the dancers in Mahira Tribe are schoolteachers, I have removed photos of "questionable" tackiness.

I wouldn't want anyone to get the wrong idea about this tribe, or bellydance in general.

Amy

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Mahira Tribe RAQED Hipsapalooza!

2007-03-04T14:49:52Z

You ladies were awesome, beautiful, mysterious and graceful as usual. It was such a pleasure being able to see Mahira Tribe in full force with Jen and Kat performing as well.

Can't wait to put my ghawazee coat on!

And as always wonderful spending time with you all! The next event is too far away....

Photos coming soon:-)

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mmm Hafla Music

2007-03-04T14:47:37Z

Hello all :)
When I come down in April... I will also be bringing a Violinist with me who plays Turkish music and also sings in Turkish (as well as some other languages).

The music is going to be beautiful, inspiring and fun with me on Oud, with Willa on Violin and vocals as well as Sean drumming (and others playing with us too).

It's going to be good stuff!

-Carmine

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Dancers wanted!

2007-03-01T18:20:12Z

Hey all,

We will be havign a HAFLA and drum workshop with the Fabulous Carmine on April 21st! We are finalizing the location, but if you are interested in performing, please send me a message.

Also, dancers wanted for the 5th Annual Mystic Realms Fantasy Faire! We are planning a whole two days of performances, so if you or your troupe is interested, message me! Faire music and costumes preferred, and family-friendly.

Already on our line-up are Mahira Tribe (of course), Ma'Nia Tribe, Jendayi, Ak-Ana, and Devi'ance!

Don't be shy! If you are interested, inquire!
Amy

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Come see us Saturday!

2007-03-01T18:18:35Z

Come see Mahira Tribe perform this Saturday! As a bonus, you also get to see our fabulous friends Ma'Nia Tribe and Alexia perform, and hear LIVE music from our fabulous musicians! Sponsored by Hipsof the Desert and Mystic Wiles...

Details:
Saturday, March 3rd, 2007.
700 Cooper Road, Voorhees NJ (Hope United Methodist Church Activity Center)

$5 per person, bring a pot luck dish!

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Spring Caravan!

2007-02-19T16:52:05Z

Mahira Tribe will be performing at 5 on Saturday!

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Michelle Devine's Dancer Night was so much fun!

2007-02-17T05:41:05Z

Last night Amy and I went up to the Green Knoll Grill to perform, and it was a blast. Lots of talented dancers and such a great vibe. I can't wait till the next one.

Our members Kat and Trish were sorely missed. :( But nothing is more important in life than our children, and being the excellent mommies they are they couldn't make it for this one gig.

Amy and I did a the Basharat choreography with fans and received many complements on the use of the props. Yay Kat for teaching us fans! Jenn did an isis wings solo to a 1960's song and blended hippy, biker-chick, and bellydance. I could really telll that she was connected to the music. Good job Jenn! Our friend Steph did a stirring Egyptian flavored solo with zils. Man can that woman vibrate! Such spirit and such poise! Amy did a thrilling 9/8 Turkish Romani inspired solo, and it was down right sassy. She had the grace and poise that comes with such experience, and her glowing smile filled the room. When she finished the whole place erupted in applause. Bravo Amy!

I hadn't planned on doing a solo, but when we got there my name was already on the list. Amy and I looked at it confused and asked if there was another Suzanne. Michelle said (with a devious smile) that she put my name in the line up because I had done a solo the last time and she figured she'd leave a slot open for me. So I actually ended up improvising one to Djin's Nahavent Longa from their new CD that Kat and I have been choreographing as a duet, and believe it or not I did pretty good. (I guess it helped that I've been listening to it constantly) I think that out of two dozen acts, at least 6 of the songs were from Djin's new album. If you haven't bought it, you really should. It's on itunes now and it rocks.

Overall a wonderful night. If only I didn't have to get up for work this morning! hehe

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Sooooooooooooo Excited

2007-02-16T19:24:50Z

For Wicked Faire this weekend!!!

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Happy Valentine's Day!

2007-02-16T18:14:25Z

To Mahira Tribe who are becoming more like sisters for me everyday. You ladies are amazing and I'm truly blessed to know you all and dance with you, act silly with you, and talk to you about everything!

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OH! More Mahira Tribe sightings, 2007

2007-02-02T17:43:50Z

Hiya folks,

Some new performances added to our schedule...

March 3rd, 2007- Hips-A-Palooza, Voorhees, NJ!

April, 2007- Hipnosis Bellyjam! http://www.tribalbellies.com

June 16th and 17th, 2007- 5th Anuual Mystic Realms Fantasy Festival
Wheaton Arts Center, Millville, NJ
http://www.mysticrealms.com

Come out and join us!

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A collaboration perhaps.....

2007-01-19T21:28:38Z

Ladies, just after we talked about trying to collaborate on a show for charity, my Aunt came to me and told me she really wants to do something to benefit animal shelters and I thought maybe we could do a night of dance and maybe work something out to help more animals get adopted.

So....I'm all for it. Let me know what you all think:-)

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Mahira Sightings 2007....

2007-01-15T14:35:27Z

Hey everyone,

Some new performances for Mahira Tribe in Early Spring 2007...

Wicked Faire!!!! February 10, 2007 http://www.wickedfaire.com

Michelle Devine's Dancer Night!!!! Thursday, February 15th, 2007.

Vasha Hatal Hafla!!! March 17th, 2007. This will also be the FABULOUS debut of our Musicians! Sean finally gets to play his Saz for a live audience!

So, come out and see us!

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Thank You!

2007-01-05T05:56:25Z

Just wanted to send a big shout and thanks to Trish, Amy, and Suzanne for coming out to support Ma'Nia Tribe at Fig Cafe last weekend. Your presence really made the night special and brought in a lot of beautiful positive energy! Thank you all soooooooo much!!!! Can't wait to see you again. You really bring the Mutual Appreciation Society to life (Mahinia).

Hope you are all having a wonderful start to what looks like a wonderful year ahead! and Congratulations again Suzanne!!!!!!!

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Mahira Love

2006-12-19T22:52:16Z

Shout outs to my awesome rockin Mahira babes! I love you girls and had soooo much fun hanging out with you last night. You all looked beautiful (as always) and I loved the performance! Too bad we were all "losers " in the raffle, but it was still fun.

Can't wait to see you girls at the next event!

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Come see Mahira Tribe at Halloween in December - 1/9/06

2006-12-13T11:37:00Z

Mahira Tribe will be performing at Halloween in December on Saturday the 9th. Halloween in December is run by the Wicked Faire and is an adult oriented event at the Hilton Garden Inn of Edison NJ that lasts from 2pm to 2am. Our performance slot is between 9 and 10pm.

This will be Trisha's first time performing a solo!!! Kat will be performing an intrancing veil solo, and Jenn will wow us with her Isis wings. This is the first opportunity for all five of Mahira Tribe's dancers to perform together on the same stage.

For more information go to: http://www.halloweenindecember.com/

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Mahira Tribe At Danza Al'KHemi Hafla 12/17/06

2006-12-06T15:48:50Z

Ok, so if our AMAZING Line up of dancers dosnt bring you out...The chance to win AMAZING Raffle prizes will...

The performers of the evening include:
Ak'Ana
Devi'ance (Our Student Troupe)
Azhia
Alexia
Hipnosis
The Shake Charmers
( are you drooling yet? )
Tribal Spirit
TranceFormation
Mahira Tribe
Ma'Nia
The Archana Dance Academy
Zahra

Oh and then there are the Prizes...
-Henna and Airbrush 'Tattoos'
-Eye Kandy Cosmetics Kit
-A 6 week session with Alexia
-EPK Videography Package from Arzher Productions
-Entrance to 'The Ultimate Ghawazi Workshop' with Habiba & Danza Al'Khemi Hafla in June of 2007

And if all of that dosnt motivate you, come out just to support some great local organizations this holiday season!
Hafla & Raffle Proceeds go to Silverlake Nature Center and we are also taking donations for A Womans Place - Bucks County Shelter for Abused Women.

Visit www.ak-ana for all the details and directions! (yes, they are finally posted!)

~ J

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hey mahiranis!

2006-11-22T20:59:21Z

so i'll be in bethlehem this thanksgiving with my family (at the hotel where you guys came to party with us). anything fun going on in your neck of the woods between thanksgiving and the tuesday after?
-safiya
of khafif

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Come See Mahira Tribe at Michelle DeVine's Dancers Night!

2006-11-20T17:46:24Z

Mahira Tribe is proud to be performing at Michelle DeVine's Dancers Night in Bridgewater NJ this Thursday night!

From http://home.att.net/~michelledevine/events

Dancers Night - An evening of American Belly Dance

Thursday November 16, 2006 8pm - 10pm. Admission: Free

Green Knoll Grill 645 Route 202 - 206 Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807 www.greenknollgrille.net

Everyone is welcome!!

Come and experience an enjoyable evening of American Belly Dance in a festive and fun atmosphere. This special night is for the whole family! You will see the ancient art of Belly Dance in its modern form. Performances by local dancers of all levels from enthusiast to professional.

We are honored to have the following troupes and soloist performing at the show.

Troupes: Kinnar of Milford, NJ - Mahalat of Milford, NJ, Fringe Benefits of Flemington, NJ, and Mahira of Philadelphia, PA

Soloist: Zoe of Little York, NJ, Michelle De Vine of Milford, NJ, Crystal of Easton, PA , Laura of Holland Township, NJ, Jessica of Hoboken, NJ, Lisa, of Philadelphia ,,PA, Zorya of Easton, PA , Diana of Bridgewater, NJ, Vicki of the Poconos, PA

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What's New with Mahira Tribe!

2006-11-13T20:37:00Z

A lot has happened with Mahira Tribe since our last few posts, and a lot more is planned for the near future.

First and foremost, we are pleased to welcome two new members: Kat and Trisha. Kat is also a member of Ak-Ana and has an ATS background. She's adept at dancing with fans, swords, and candles, and when she dances she has an intensity that steals your attention. Trisha is just starting her formal bellydance journey and is taking weekly lessons with Amy, our director, after years of videos. Trisha is also an opera singer and a frequenter of Pennsic, which explains how she already has the poise and grace of a performer and is so at ease in costume.

On Sunday Mahira Tribe had its first professional photo shoot. It went extremely well, and we plan to use the pictures on our new website, which is currently under construction. We'll also post the pictures on our tribe, on our profiles, and most likely on our refrigerators - because they're just that awesome.

Upcoming performances of Mahira Tribe include:
Nov 16th: Michelle De Vine's Dancers Nights http://tribes.tribe.net/bellydancebulletinboard/thread/052aedb4-deb5-4b65-8887-ab1e6e62a340
Dec 9th: Halloween in December http://www.halloweenindecember.com/index.html
Dec 17th: Ak-Ana's Holiday Danza Al'Khemi Hafla http://tribes.tribe.net/bellydancebulletinboard/thread/32a96fc6-121c-4c2e-a58e-7420eec86252

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Groove Merchant Show!

2006-11-09T15:11:16Z

Come and see me perform with the Drum and Dance Esemble: Groove Merchant. We've got a show Saturday night at 8pm at the Academy Theatre in Bordentown NJ. There's all live music and dances from Africa, the Near East, and Turkey.

When: Saturday Nov 11th, 8pm
Where: The Academy Theatre, 146 Route 130, Bordentown NJ
Cost: $8 kids, $16 adults

Flyer: http://www.drumdancecenter.com//Academy_06_Poster.pdf
Purchase tickets here: http://www.drumdancecenter.com/events.html

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Mahira Tribe Hafla 6/24/06

2006-07-17T03:14:34Z

Hello Ladies!

I hope you don't mind that I posted so many of these. We had a wonderful time and I wanted to share it with the world. Sorry these pictures are dark and a few have red eye (maybe you can clean them up in photo shot). And my apologies that our camera died during Danielle's performance so there are no shots of the awesome performance by Alexia. Oh well, I hope this gives folks a feel for what a great night they missed.

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Thank you, thank you!

2006-07-04T02:44:21Z

On behalf of Mahira Tribe, I would like to thank all the amazing performers and guests who contributed to making our second Mahira Hafla a success!

We'll keep you all posted as to the date of our next one...and there will be a next one. :)

Amy

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last minute reminders

2006-06-24T04:40:51Z

Hey-

If you're performing tomorrow night, please remember to bring your music on CD. It doesn't have to be the only song on the CD, but it should be clearly labelled.

Thanks!
Amy

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Video?

2006-06-22T14:58:27Z

Will anyone be videotaping the performances at the Hafla this weekend?

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What to Bring to a Mahira Hafla

2006-06-16T21:22:05Z

Got kids? Bring them.

Got parents? Bring them too.

Got an inner child? Definitely bring that.

You know that new costume peice you just bought on Ebay and absolutely love? Wear it and shake your groove thang in it during the open dance floor.

Got a drum? A tamboreen / riq? A triangle? Bring it and play it during the open druming.

Got some delicious munchies you'd like to share? Bring them too, and I will eat them. yum yum yum :-D

Want to get your drink-on? feel free to byob, and enjoy the alcohol that others bring to share.

And don't forget to bring some spare cash in case you fall in love with something from one of our awesome vendors.

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WNYBDA card holding members get their BDSS tickets for only $10 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.

2006-06-10T17:14:58Z

ok girls, BDSS tickets can rarely be touched for under $40....so yu get 2 great deals in one! free advertising, the perks PLUS discounted or FREE events!
ok,lots of great shows comingup...scroll down for wnybda info...
(we have the Mystical bellydnce show on July 28th here with Nedra, Neon & Tanna!)
Tempest in Sept '06. Aunt Rocky in Oct for our Mystical Bellydance week... and so much more!
*******************************************************
The Center for the Arts at the University of Buffalo has a really good deal right now:

10/2 Bellydance Superstars (with a one hour presentation prior to the show by Nedra)

11/11 BREAK! the urban funk spectacular

3/23/07 Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE

4/10/07 Swan Lake

all for just $70- you have to purchase your tickets by Aug 19th to get the discount...
call Sara at 716-645-6253 for more info....
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all WNYBDA card holding members ( you do not have to live in WNY to be a member, nor do you need to be a dancer or teacher! all proceeds go to further the programs I offer to everyone in WNY! many free! ) will receive their tickets to BDSS for only $10...contact me to get your password to use at the ticket sales office.

If you need to renew your WNYBDA membership, please see below for mailing instructions or email me through this forum or email wnybda@yahoo.com, and put membership in the heading...

with your $20 membership you receive many incentives:

a pretty membership card (had to throw that one in)

(I'm looking for a good sticker maker to include in this package also)

20% WNYBDA merchandise (this INCLUDES Nedra's costuming, jewelry, etc, etc, unless it is a consignment piece)

FREE admisssion to WNYBDA events (haflas & shows)

a monthly newsletter with local bellydance events, dancer spotlight, dance articles, free advertising for your events and gigs

you get a copy of the WNYBDA directory with the option to be included for free

priority seating at the yearly awards dinner (to be held during our Mystical bellydance week Oct 2006)

special discounts throughout the year for non WNYBDA events & products....

If you wish to submit your request by mail, please send a check or money order to:
(pls make checks payable to Kim Weber)

WNY Bellydance Association
177 Garrison Rd
Williamsville, NY 14221

or you can register in class, I always have registration forms on hand

there will be special hotel rates available also...contact me for a brochure through the snail mail...

my homeis always open to my friends btw..just let me know...LOTS of room! and by then we'll have ANOTHER room put onto the back of the house where the current florida room is! plenty of room for overnighters...

feel free to call me with any questions at 716-632-6723
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Mahira Tribe Summer Hafla on June 24th!

2006-06-08T15:04:12Z

Come join us at the Mahira Tribe Summer Hafla!

Saturday, June 24th. Doors open at 7:00 PM!
$10 to get in, children 4 and under are free!

Studio Zen, 57 Hamilton Avenue, Hopewell, NJ
go to www.studiozen.org for directions

Performances by Mahira Tribe, Ak-Ana, Alia Saleem, Mania Tribe, Tribal Spirit, Danielle, Desari and more! Performance space still available! Contact Amy at amywoj@hotmail.com for more info.

Vending and potluck food! Bring something to share!

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Mahira Tribe and Friends performing on May 13th & 14th!

2006-05-09T18:03:54Z

www.mysticrealms.com/faire.shtml

What: Mystice Realms Fantasy Faire
When: Saturday and Sunday, May 13-14, 11am - 5pm
Where: Camp Pine Hill, Pine Hill, NJ
Cost: $5 general admitance

On Mother's Day Weekend Mahira Tribe, Ak-Ana, and others will be performing, and Amy Wojeichowski of Mahira Tribe will be teaching an open bellydance lesson at the Mystic Realms Fantasy Faire in Pine Hill, NJ. There will also be costumes and jewelry vendors there, as well as a Gypsy Camp for children hosted by the lovely ladies of Ak-Ana. General admittance to the faire is $5 for all those who walk through the gates (small children and those in wheelchairs get in free).

For directions and an incomplete list of vendors go to the above link.

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Awesome Job Last Night/Hafla Photos are Up!

2006-05-03T02:44:33Z

Beautiful dancing last night Amy and Suzanne! It was sooo fun hanging out last night. I just posted your pics in the tribe album:-)

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Sad News (Xpost)

2006-04-01T01:55:47Z

I hate to start off the day with bad news.
::Sigh::
I got an email this morning from Bethany Walters daughter, Brandy...
One of our dear dance sisters has passed.

To Bethany, all she wanted was to dance - It gave her inner strength and
meant everything to her! Sadly, she struggled long and hard with her health which unfortunately held her dancing back. It was an uphill battle that she was about to overcome.

She was looking forward to her first performances in May at the Smithville Belly Jam as well as at Hipnosis' Belly Jam. And she was one of the biggest supporters of the east coast bellydance commnity. Always coming to Shows, Haflas and always ready to give a hand for
Hipnosis (PA), Ak-Ana (PA), Chovexani (NYC) and Coveilance Dance Project (NJ).
She was a dear woman and will be greatly missed.

I am awaiting word on services.
In the meantime, you may contact Brandy Walters:
brandalinni@hotmail.com

~ Jaz
Ak-Ana

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Summer Hafla Date

2006-03-23T14:33:13Z

Hiya-

We are planning a summer hafla on Saturday, June 24th, 2006 at the same old Studio Zen.
(Now, Ak-Ana has to perform!) :)

If you are interested in performing, please message me, and we'll see about getting you on the line-up!

Amy

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Raqs Gothique Pictures

2006-03-23T02:08:59Z

Okay, okay. Quit yelling at me. I'll post the pictures Dan took of us in our adorable Geisha costumes from Ak-Ana's Raqs Gothique as soon as possible. I promise. ;-) I just have to lighten them up in Photo Editor (they're really dark) which I only have on my work computer, and I've been so swamped with actual work this week that I haven't had the chance yet. Go figure. So hopefully by some time tomorrow they will be up.

We had such an awesome time with the Ak-Ana ladies and Haifa and the Coveilance Project ladies. If you missed it you missed a fantastic show. There were performances that truely took my breath away. :-)

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Anyone coming out to Pittsburgh for the Last Minute Hafla?

2006-03-15T17:12:01Z

Come play with us!!!! Is anyone going to be out here April 1st? *hugs*

B

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Mahira Hafla Photos are up!

2006-03-13T20:08:05Z

I just uploaded them. I was able to get at least one picture of every performer before my camera died.

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New hafla dates...

2006-03-09T23:30:03Z

Since July 22nd might be a problem, what about June 24th?

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Today's Hafla

2006-03-08T21:54:56Z

I am so sorry that once again, my bad health has won. I can't walk across the room without hacking up a lung, let alone dance. I'm sorry.
Doctor's say it has turned into Bronchitis.

But please please tell me how the event went and show pretty pictures!!

<crestfallen and self-angry -hack-wheeze-cough-gasp-sigh>
Bethany

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WOOT! And thanks...

2006-03-08T21:45:18Z

Our hafla appears to have been a success! Special thanks go out to the fabulous Carmine, and to all of our super-amazing performers for the fun time and positive energy!

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I'm on my way!!!

2006-03-04T15:43:32Z

I'm leaving the big city now!!

I have a Cumbus, Oud, Doumbek, Bass Doumbek and RIq on me!!

Maybe i can fit a single zill in my pocket :)

What is the sound of one zill playing? :)

-Carmine

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QUICK Help me Choose

2006-03-04T14:10:22Z

Do I bring my Cumbus and Oud and Doumbek

or Cumbus and Doumbek and Bass Doumbek with the jingles inside?

-Carmine

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PayPal Confusion Announcement

2006-03-02T19:35:31Z

If you've paid for either the Hafla or the Workshops using the Pay Pal information from our event listings or from this tribe, then everything is fine. We have your name on a list and we'll be expecting you on Saturday. Yay.

However, do NOT use the PayPal link on Studio Zen's website to try to pay for the Hafla or Drum Workshops. If you have already gone to Studiozen.org, and tried to pay through their Pay Pal for either the hafla or the workshops PLEASE MESSAGE ME IMMEDIATELY.

There's been some confusion with the location's management and they have listed our workshops as being only $10 instead of $40 each, and as far as we know they have not linked it to our PayPal account. We're in the process of straightening it all out right now.

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Come play with us! (oh, I like the way that sounds...)

2006-02-22T16:52:02Z

Here is a brief rundown of our upcoming performances...

March 4th, our hafla :)

March 18th- Raks Gothique III, at Ulana's in Philadelphia. More info to be found at www.ak-ana.com
This ia a "Gothic flavoured" hafla, sponsored by our lovely friends Ak-Ana!

April 29th (my birthday!)- Indian Dance workshop and Hafla, sponsored again by the lovely amazing and talented ladies of Ak-Ana.

May 13th and 14th- 4th Annual Mystic Realms Fantasy Faire!

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So excited about the Spring Mahira Hafla!

2006-02-17T17:05:15Z

Wow. I am amazed at how many awesome dancers will be performing at our Halfa! It's going to be such an amazing show! We added it up the other night and we have like 100 minutes of performances scheduled. (Which I'm afraid will have to be our limit, though we really hate to have to turn performers away). Not to mention the indellible Carmine who will undoubtably make the evening unforgettable with his mad oud and doumbek skillz. ;-)

Our Hafla is totally going to Rock! Weee!!!

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Silly things

2006-02-17T14:59:42Z

Time to announce to the world I'm an idiot- I couldn't figure out why tribe had me viewing things at odd hours- then I realized it's all in California time.

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Performers for the hafla...

2006-02-15T19:22:51Z

Hey all-

Just some reminders:
time limits
soloists: 4-5 minuute
duets: 5-6 minutes
troupes (3 or more dancers): 8-9 minutes

Now obviousy, I won't shut anybody's music off if you happen to go overtime. But we have a pretty good number of dancers, so please be considerate! (I know everyone will be! )

Please message me with your song title and artist as soon as you can, and please bring the ,music with you on CD to the hafla! (It does not have to be the only song on the CD, but please label clearly). I'm not overly concerned with anyone not having the same song as someone else, but in case of a "double dose" we'll try to arrange the line-up appropraitely. I will also notify the peoples involved, so if someone *does* want to change their music...
Actually, now that I think about it, feel free to post your music choices here, so everyone has an idea, if you want.

Any questions?
Amy

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Wicked Faire

2006-02-15T00:01:56Z

Heya-

Folks from Mahira Tribe will be manning the Mystic Realms booth at the Wicked Faire. Anyone else going? Be sure to stop by and say "Hi!"

Amy

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Our Hafla!

2006-02-15T00:00:53Z

Okay folks, we are hosting a hafla on Saturday, March 4th, at 7PM at Studio Zen in Hopewell, NJ!

We are planning workshops with the fabulous Carmine during the day, more details on that to follow!

We have Ak-Ana confirmed as performers, and we are waiting to hear back on some more lovely folks! If you are interested, we may have a few more performance spaces, so please contact me.

Hope to see you there!

Amy

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