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Tribal Sands 2010

2009-08-14T23:11:05Z

Tribal Sands will be the week of June 26th...special guests Sharon Kihara, Amy Sigil, Anita from Fat Chance and me with some new tricks for you! Stay tuned for details..registration will be up by January and performance slots are limited so sign up early. And YEs a river trip and desert dancing..all the fun stuff!

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Dates set for 2009!

2009-06-16T16:41:28Z

Tribal Sands is Sept 17th -21st. Includes a 3 day intensive on the river...Ruby Horse Thief is the part of the Colorado River we plan on doing. Workshops by Amy Sigil, Anita and a huge surprise.....you will flip. AND the best drummers in the world..soon to be confirmed...Show Saturday at either Sorrel River Ranch or Red Cliffs..both amazing venues. This is a trip not to missed nor for the faint of heart. If you are in the river trip you are in the show! Limit is 25, so plan ahead for this one! Fee (yet to be determined) will include 3 workshops of your choice, everything you need for 3 days and 2 nights on the river, a night at one of the resort motels and show, and option to do Westwater Canyon! Pm me if this is your cup of tea for early registration!

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Durga Tour Moab May 30th

2009-04-16T17:00:44Z

We are so pleased to announce that the most excellent Durga tour will be in Moab May 30th!

Two workshops are available
The first taught by Tempest starts at 1:00-3:30
Nouveau Noir Dance
-Nouveau Noir Dance – Haunting audiences around the globe, Tempest’s area of specialty within the realm of Gothic Bellydance is “Nouveau Noir” – dance pieces that reflect the art and society of the early 1900’s, pulling from silent films, vaudeville-Denishawn style, art nouveau, art deco, and the Oriental craze. Students will learn combinations that capture the elegant form, fluid movement, and dramatic stylings of these eras, while being taught in a format that will enable them to absorb them into their own personal choreographies.

The second taught by Tim Rayborn

"Dance for the Music, Music for the Dance"
This dynamic workshop is for both dancers and musicians. It is geared to enable dancers to become more comfortable with dancing to live music, while aiding musicians to be more attentive and in synch with the dancers for a more cohesive and integrated experience.

Fees: $45.00 if payment received before April 1st 2009 $50.00 after
Both workshops: $80.00 for both if paid before April 1st and $90.00 after

Workshops at Studio Elite 451 West 200 South

Show at Star Hall
7-9pm
tickets $10.00

Performance slots are availabe and workshops participation is required.
Registration forms will be up (paypal) March 1st or message me if you can't wait!

Join us in welcoming The Durga Tour
and did I say Partee?

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registration for The Durga Tour is up!

2009-03-11T15:32:51Z

www.desertveils.org

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Allo folks. New here!!

2008-11-20T20:22:57Z

Just joined the tribe & thought I'd say allo!

-----Frank Farinaro

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A video of the whole Tribal Sands experience....

2008-11-20T01:58:55Z

Question: Would you be interested in a nicely produced multi-cam video/DVD of the Tribal Sands performance, along with extra footage from all the extra madness (desert dancing, riverboat trip, etc)? This wouldn't be a "for-profit" DVD... just a keepsake DVD for folks who attended the festival.

If there's enough interest, I'd love to become part of this magical Utah event, capturing and retelling the story through a keepsake video production.

This would be similar to what I put together for NOMI 2007 (a bit more of the extras in this case).

Alternatively, I could shoot individual performers if they wanted DVDs of their performance with options similar to what I offered at TribalFest '08.
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Thoughts? Questions? :-)

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From the Man Behind the Curtain

2008-10-05T00:39:58Z

I have read the critical reviews from some of our neighboring Tribes about the sound at the Star Hall performance. Here is a critique from the man behind the curtain. I am the person that everyone, who was pissed, should find accountable. I was the man behind the curtain, trying to control a rapidly crashing sound system.

Putting together a low cost Belly Dance Festival requires borrowing. While Star Hall is a beautiful venue, the sound system sucks. We used our connections to borrow a sound system from one of our supporters to supplement the existing sound system. As everyone knows, the first half went OK, but as the evening progressed our borrowed sound system lost one channel after another. As the evening and the sound got worse, I appreciated everyone's suggestions.

But here is the problem, I am a professional DJ, but not necessarily a professional sound engineer. Everyone who came back stage to offer solutions didn't have any better solutions. We were all stumped. Everything should be working. Well except one thing: the PA system we borrowed was burning out channels.

All of us backstage knew the drama. If the audience could see the non-verbal communication between the dancers and me, "the man behind the curtain", they would have known that I was doing what I could.

I have to give kudo's to my friends Amy and Rachelle, with Unmata, who turned the absolute end to our PA system into a shear stroke of genius. I refer their performance as the "Tourette's Dance". Amy and Rachelle you are amazing.

Amy, thanks for the support, and love. Next time I see you I promise I will bring Red GatorAide for your trip..

And last but not least is my friend Anita, who climaxed the evening while dancing with the drummers "It Is What Is Is." Anita, you are a great wonder to watch while you dance. (Plus you are a great traveling partner). And Anita, thank you and Fat Chance for the T-shirt..

To those that think we screwed up the sound. We probably did. We cut corners by borrowing sound equipment rather than buying professional sound.

But as Jamilla said: Shit Happens.

But the key is: There is No Business Like Show Business

There's no business like show business
If you tell me it's so
Traveling through the country is so thrilling
Standing out in front on opening nights
Smiling as you watch the benches filling
And see your billing up there in lights

There's no people like show people
They smile when they are low
Even with a turkey that you know will fold
You may be stranded out in the cold
Still you wouldn't trade it for a sack o' gold
Let's go on with the show
Let's go on with the show!
The show!
The show!

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fotos are up!

2008-10-01T15:27:25Z

http://www.flickr.com/photos/23555900@N07/sets/72157607523597854/show/

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Thank-you everyone...

2008-10-01T15:19:41Z

Just back from the river, many pics to come. The 5 days were full of so much fun. The workshops were full, Moab loved the show inspite of the sound problem, (we filled Star Hall) and Friday night in the desert was so much fun! For a crew of 5 we did pretty good. Everyone wrote real good evaluations, no one got lost, Dave's party was sweet, and there are no words to explain what a blast the river trip was. I will show you...soon and a "you tube" of the boatmen undulating through the rapids. They were all given a lesson Monday night around the campfire.
Next year I am doing something different..the plans were made by all on the river...and OMG what a great idea and it will happen and we will have fun!

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Show at Star Hall Sept. 20th 7pm

2008-09-20T06:29:20Z

This year we have our show in Star Hall. All the specs are in the website. Since we have 30 performances lined up this year, we are dividing the show in half. The first half will be waiting in
1. the motor home, then moved to
2.downstairs to the green room and dressing rooms (small) along with 2 restrooms. The green room is 12' by 12' and has couches etc...there is a ballet bar for stretches and water. Entrance is from the right side of the building. There will be signs and people to direct you. The balcony is for all performers so we don't interrupt the dancers. It is a very nice theater.
Absolutely no photographs or videos can be taken. Anyone caught will have their camera or phone taken until the end of the show. There will be a video available for sale soon. If you have any questions, let me know!

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If you're attending the ATS workshop with Anita...

2008-09-20T02:59:40Z

I'd love to hear more about your background and any specific questions or topics you'd like me to address in the workshop.

Feel free to start a thread or drop me a line.

I look forward to working out with you in beautiful Moab.

And thanks so much to Jamilla for making the Tribal Sands a great festival.

Anita

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Performance line up

2008-09-18T04:49:29Z

Let me know if I left anyone out!
Act One

Belly Babes of Park City
WhirlWinds of Brogla (Mary)
Lost Caravaan
Mayyadah
Sasha
Sekmet
Amina
Wysteria
Heidi Andrew
Quantara
Reva Sundari
Sumra
Dayna and Rana
Gypsy Flame
Kinza
Amani

ACT Two
Desert Veils
Nepenthe
Barefoot Belly Dancers
Whirlwinds of Brogla (Katya)
Jasmir
Black Star
Dragomi
Shazadi
Unmata
Anita
Anita & It Is What It Is and dancers
Kami Liddle

order subject to change.
If I don't have you here let me know..

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Are Yall Excited, yet?

2008-09-16T16:14:38Z

Who's coming? Where from? How'd you get here? What classes are you taking? Going n the river trip? It's time to get a wiggle on and spread the verve!

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Zills Workshop

2008-09-16T16:11:41Z

I'd like to know your experience, and what you want to learn.

Being a drummer, my lessons will have a similar vocabulary. If you you've seen Tobias Roberson's DVD, you'll have some idea, although it's an accident. I hadn't seen it myself until last week.

I can do the basics, or much more advanced rhythms, like bolero, rhumba, malfoof, son clave, and the 6/8 rhythms like Moroccan, bimbe, mahi and dahdra.

There will be handouts, no matter how far we get.

I'd just like to know ahead of time what y'all are interested in.

The theme of the whole will be musicianship...Zillers are musicians and must fit into the music being played. Zilling well requires having the various rhythms at your disposal and being able to improvise effectively and accenting the music. I don't know if we'll get that far, but that's where I intend to aim you.

SEE YA THERE!

T~

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Colorado River Trip agenda..

2008-09-16T00:40:18Z

TAG-A-LONG
EXPEDITIONS

RAFT and COLORADO RIVER OVERNIGHT CAMPING
Through Professor Valley – The Scenic Splash

Check-in time: Monday 10:30 am Departure time: 11:00 AM Return time: Tues 2pm at bus and 2:30 Tag-a-Long

Each year nearly four thousand guests, laugh and splash as our licensed boatmen guide them down the Colorado River through 6 moderate to small rapids. This stretch is usually performed as a day trip, still those with younger family members (must weigh, at least, 40 pounds) or budget conscience participants, have an opportunity to camp and raft too with this experience of the Colorado River. The two days split six named rapids and additional riffles. Our expert guides maneuver them skillfully to provide fun and excitement for all. At noon we stop on a beach where the guides prepare a delicious lunch.
If you have never rafted before, this is a perfect first time river experience. It is a great trip for families. For those accustomed to white water, the scenic splendor punctuates this relaxing, splashy coolness, making the trip memorable. To begin, river runners congregate at the Tag-A-Long office at 10:30 AM. Our drivers deliver you upriver from Moab along a bi-way of beautiful red rock canyons. There will be a brief safety orientation before we set out.
There is opportunity to float like an astronaut along side the raft and generally play in the water. We will stop for a little land exploration too. Count on some photogenic vistas of Fisher Towers, Professor Valley, and wonderful rock formations such as the “Nuns and the Priest”, and “Castle Rock”. This region is the location of many films, including John Wayne's western movies, “Fort Apache” and “Rio Grand”, and more recently, "City Slickers II" and "Larger Than Life".
In the evening, towering canyon walls rise up on both sides of the sun-dappled river carved by the ancient forces of wind and water. Your naturalist guide will recount fascinating and humorous stories, entertaining you with history, geology, plant and animal lore, sharing their knowledge, enthusiasm and a sense of play. The schedule is leisurely and there is time for swimming (life jackets remain on), focus on a camping experience on a shorter river stretch and thrilling rides through the last two rapids to end a perfect day on the Colorado River.

2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
LAST MINUTE CHECKLIST FOR WHITE WATER EXCURSIONS
Please check in after 3 PM the day prior to departure. A pick up can be arranged at no extra charge. You may park in our parking area, but we are not responsible for your vehicle. Items you bring on the river trip may get wet. We provide each family with a metal box and dry bags. Shoes, shirts and shorts, swimsuits and raincoats are appropriate clothing. Hats, sunscreen, sunglasses, eyewear retainers and waterproof (disposable) cameras are advised. You may leave valuables in our office while on the trip.

Rafting the Colorado River and exploring Canyonlands National Park since 1964
452 North Main Street, Moab, UT 84532 – Toll Free Number 1-800-453-3292 – Tel: (435) 259-8946
Fax (435) 259-8990 – E-mail: tagalong@tagalong.com
Website: www. tagalong.com

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For all Queen's of D'Nile River instructions

2008-09-16T00:35:13Z

Tag-A-Long Expeditions

Welcome….

Your “Expedition” is just around the corner and we appreciate your selection of Utah as your destination and Tag-A-Long Expeditions as your outfitter. We have introduced people to whitewater rafting and backcountry 4X4/trekking since 1964. The better you are prepared for your expedition the more enjoyable and enriching the experience is for you. This document is designed to introduce you to your expedition and to anticipate some of your concerns and questions. Our office staff is available by telephone and e-mail to answer questions you may have about the trip. Please do not hesitate to contact us. No question is unimportant. Plan to check in the day before departure for an orientation, gear containers and additional assistance with other preparations.

This document discusses what to bring on the trip, what camping with Tag-A-Long Expeditions is like, the type of food on our menu, general weather conditions and concerns about the preservation of the backcountry. Please read all the information carefully. This document is sent to guests on both river and land expeditions. As you review the information, you will see some information is specific to that specific trip.

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Rest assured that everyone at Tag-A-Long Expeditions is committed to your expedition and making it the best possible experience for you. We believe you deserve it!

Sincerely,

Bob Jones
President

452 N Main St
Moab, UT, USA
435-259-8946 phone
435-259-8990 fax
1-800-453-3292 toll free USA

Tag-A-Long Guides
You’ll be sharing your expedition with people you can trust. Our guides have been selected because of their knowledge, expertise and commitment to providing excellent service. They are anxious to introduce you to the geology, plants, animals and history of Southeastern Utah. They have great stories to tell and a wealth of information about the backcountry. Ask questions! You can be assured well-trained professional men and women guide you. In addition to expert training as a guide, each guide is certified in CPR and First Aid. You will get plenty of attention from Tag-A-Long Expeditions' guides because we keep our trip sizes small.

Some frequently asked questions…

Can we fish, swim and play in the water while on a river trip?
Part of the fun is a dip in the river when water temperatures allow. You do not have to be a swimmer to join in the fun. Life preservers are available for each guest. Federal regulations require their use while swimming and aboard the raft on some sections of the river.
Catfish are abundant in the Colorado River. Fishing is fine from the shore during evening hours, but rafts are not designed for fishing. A Utah Fishing License is required to fish.

Can I bring my camera?
You may bring your camera, preferably in a waterproof bag or a waterproof camera. The boxes we provide are not guaranteed to be waterproof. It is important to be able to tie it down so it will not be lost. Waterproof disposable cameras are ideal for a river expedition. For the land expeditions, we have plenty of room for cameras. You will want to have a method to carry your equipment during day walks. The scenery is spectacular and photos are an excellent way to record your trip.

Where can we leave items we are not taking on the expedition?
You can leave your luggage and valuables with your motel or we will hold your valuables and luggage at our office. Automobiles and campers can be left in our parking area. We do our best to look after them, but we cannot be responsible for loses.

What’s the weather like?
Days are usually warm and evenings cool and pleasant. The humidity is very low so hot temperatures in the summer are easy to handle. This sub-desert ecosystem receives only 9 inches of rain a year. (You will need to bring rain gear for the expedition however). We do have brief thunderstorms occasionally. On a river expedition, rain jackets and pants protect you from cold water during the spring and early summer. During the spring and early summer, we may require wetsuits. You can bring your own or we have rental suits in our store.

Typical average daily temperatures

(degrees in Celsius)
Apr May June July Aug Sep Oct
High 23 29 35 38 37 32 24
Low 6 10 14 18 17 12 5

Thirsty? About beverages:
Tag-A-Long Expeditions provides plenty of cold drinking water throughout your expedition. Each morning and evening we serve coffee, a selection of teas, hot chocolate and powdered lemonade.
You need to bring your own supply of beer, wine or other alcoholic beverages as well as soft drinks in cans, not bottles. All drinks should be in non-breakable containers and marked with your name or initials. They will be stored in iced coolers and available to you at all times.
In Utah, beer may be purchased any day of the week in grocery stores; wine and other alcohol must be purchased from State liquor stores, which are open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m except Sunday and holidays. Utah beer is 3.2% alcohol.

Packing for your expedition:
We will furnish dry bags and metal containers for you to pack your personal gear in. The bags are about the size of a large pillowcase. If you bring your own sleeping bag, pad and tent, we will supply you with an additional bag. On land 4x4 expeditions, you will need to bring a daypack and water bottles with a total capacity of 4 liters. You will be asked to carry your water and lunch while we are on day walks. There are additional details to discuss with office staff.
Check-in the day prior to trip departure for orientation and gear containers.

Your packing list for your expedition:
We have developed this efficient packing list for your expedition. By following it closely, you will have the necessary items.
If you have questions, please contact us and we will help you determine the best items to bring. Consider each item on this list essential.

River
Expedition Land and Combination Expeditions Available rentals. Please reserve Available for sale in our store.
Sleeping Bag and Pad X X X
Light backpack type tent X X X X
Long Pants X X
Long sleeved shirt (sun protection)
Short sleeved shirt X X X
Shoes-2 pair X X X
Hat or cap that will not blow away X X X
Light jacket, sweatshirt or sweater X X
Flashlight & spare batteries X X X
Sunglasses & retainer strap X X X
Swim suit X
Rain Gear (hooded jacket) X and pants X X
Camera & film & spare batteries X X X
Toiletries, medicines X X
Towel, bio-degradable soap X X
Soft drinks, beer, other drinks X X
Light gloves (helps hold onto ropes) X
Day pack and water bottle X
During cooler spring and fall months add: Warm jacket, hat socks, light gloves. X Wetsuit required April 15 – June 30 X Wetsuits
May and June
X

Rentals
Most travelers prefer to rent sleeping bags, pads, and tents instead of bringing their own. Tents are highly recommended. You will appreciate the privacy and protection from rain during occasional downpours. Each tent accommodates two people comfortably. Rain jackets and pants are available at the Tag-A-Long Expeditions office in Moab. Land tours have specific rental details. Discuss with office.

What’s for dinner?
Tag-A-Long Expeditions provides meals during your expedition. Our guides are creative, skilled and trained to prepare the meals we serve. They enjoy serving hearty well presented meals prepared from fresh fruits, vegetables and meats. Steaks, fish or marinated chicken grilled over charcoal and in Dutch ovens are typical dinner entrees. Lunch menus include fresh salads wrapped in flour tortillas, sandwich buffets or pasta dishes, with fresh fruit, chips, cookies and lemonade. Breakfast, whether pancakes or

omelets, will always satisfy you and prepare you for the days activities. If you have dietary restrictions or concerns, we are happy to accommodate you if you contact us in advance of your trip. We are always revising our menus to reflect today’s trends and concerns.

Camping…never done it, don’t worry!
There are no modern facilities in the wilderness but nearly everyone adapts quickly to the pleasures of camping. Though the guides do most of the work, you will be asked to help load and unload some of the gear, pitch and take down your own tent and do your dish at the end of breakfast and dinner. Don’t worry. You’ll be a pro after the first night! If you are concerned about doing these tasks, don’t be. Our guide will handle them if you are unable to or would simply rather not be involved with them. This is your vacation and your time to relax. At check in the day prior to departure office staff can provide orientation, gear containers and additional help to prepare.

Answers to delicate question about camping and being in the wilderness
Shortly after we make camp, your guides will set up a portable toilet and privacy tent. We will explain how the system works. It will remain available for use until departure from camp the following morning.
Guides carry emergency supplies for women but guests expecting their monthly period should bring along a sufficient supply of tampons or sanitary napkins and baby wipes in plastic zip-lock bags. They will be stored in your metal containers that we provide. Zip-lock bags should also be carried to dispose of soiled tampons during the day. For your comfort, banish any inhibitions about these topics and consult your guide for clarity. You can also discuss this with our office staff on the telephone before you trip.

Health Issues
It’s not necessary to be a well-tuned athlete to participate in a river expedition. You should note, however, that you are often several hours away from medical care. If you take medicine regularly, be sure to bring a good supply since stores are unavailable throughout the expedition. Please inform us if you have special medical needs. When you meet your guide, you should discretely explain any medical conditions you may have or are concerned about. This includes allergies to bee stings, where specific medicines may be stored and other health conditions you may want them to know about. Each guide carries a first aid kit.

Preserve and Protect
We travel some of the wildest country left in North America and we strive to keep it that way. Tag-A-Long Expeditions carries everything out of the wilderness, garbage, drink cans, cigarette butts and human waste. All of our guests learn much about visiting the wilderness with “no impact", and we will all receive the benefits of leaving the land in a natural condition so our children and grandchildren can have a similar experience in years to come. Without being political, guides will discuss many of the management concerns of the U.S. land agencies responsible for the preservation and protection of the wilderness. There is more interest about environmental subjects than ever before.

Responsibility/Liability
Tag-A-Long Expeditions uses quality equipment and our guides are licensed and prepared to serve your needs. However, on a wilderness expedition unexpected circumstances arise. It is customary among outfitters to require you to sign an “Assumption of Risk” form prior to departure. This releases Tag-A-Long Expeditions from responsibility for your personal injury and loss of or damage to your equipment and/or personal articles.
Tag-A-Long Expeditions makes every reasonable attempt to operate your expedition as advertised, but sometimes weather conditions, river conditions, emergencies or other circumstances beyond our control cause us to make necessary alterations; such alterations will not be the cause for any refund or adjustment in expedition prices.
Some expedition prices quote the cost of air flights. If you choose to make your own flight arrangements, through a charter airline, Tag-A-Long Expeditions will cheerfully refund the flight cost in full. Tag-A-Long Expeditions cannot accept responsibility for any injury, loss, damage or additional expenses due to any act, omission, delay or changes in transportation provided by air service or other services.
Rental equipment is not necessarily available on the spot. It must be reserved in advance to be sure

.Gratuities
While not a requirement, most of our guests ask about extending their gratitude to guides. All gratuities are given directly to your guide. The amount is up to you and depends upon your assessment of the guest services you received. Gratuities typically range from $5.00 to $15.00 per person per day.

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Lodging for Tribal Sands- HELP!

2008-09-12T05:20:12Z

Hey everyone
I am posting a desperate plea for assistance in finding available lodging in Moab for the Tribal Sands fun fest!
Our troupe travel agent has looked everywhere and all hotels, motels, and campgrounds appear to be booked at this time!!
There will be a minimum of three of us beautiful fun bellydancers from troupe Jasmir- as of right now we have not had confirmation from anyone else in our tribe. Based on who I know is too busy to come, I'd say there might be a MAX of 4 of us.
So if you know of a secret campsite or B&B that isn't too pricey or a secret empty condo or something that we could crash at for Fri/Sat night- Please please please email me
Megwidmer@yahoo.com
We'd be willing to reimburse whoever in the form of wine, beer, sustinence, sparkly things, or oh I guess money!

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Article in Salt Lake Underground Magazine!

2008-09-12T04:52:02Z

http://www.slugmag.com/article/1415/Jamilla.html

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Colorado River Trip

2008-09-10T20:08:12Z

I hope everyone is signed up..deadline was yesterday. This year we are blessed with contribution for our festival in the name of Tag-a-Long River Co. They are doing the entire trip for next to nothing. We are talking about a $1,500.00 donation to Tribal Sands! I am thrilled!

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Drum workshop

2008-08-30T14:06:21Z

Informal poll here:

What are you interested in?

a) learning the basics of playing the doumbek?

b) learning the rhythms?

They are not necessarily the same thing.

Only three and a half weeks away!!

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To all who are going on the river trip.

2008-08-29T15:27:14Z

Sept 21st is the deadline for registering for the river trip. This is an overnight trip on the Colorado River full of beauty, water, water fights, food, food fights, our band, sand castle buiding contests, dancing and all the partee flavors you want! If by chance we have rain, we will have an alternate form of fun. please go to www.desertveils.org and check river if you one of our performers and see yourself in the growing royal court of The Queens of D'Nile! (crown is included)

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to everyone who registered for the workshops!

2008-08-29T15:20:06Z

Please send your payment for the workshops asap. I can't in all fairness condsider you is a participant unless you have paid and the workshops are almost full. All the info is in the workshop registration page www.desertveils.org
Thanks so much to all who have sent in their payments! I am so excited to see and dance and partee with all of you again! .

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Massage therapist for your needs!

2008-08-27T15:50:48Z

I have hired Kelly Oliver to be our official massage therapist for Tribal Sands. He will have a chair at Studio Elite for all your woes and owies. He will charge a very nominal rate and he is very good! Thanks Kelly!

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Tribal Sands Performance list

2008-08-21T17:06:49Z

Quantara
Dragomi
Nepenthe
Sekmet
Amani
Black Star
Whirlwinds of Brogla
Katya
Sasha
Alima
Lost Caravan
Whirlwinds
Shazadi
Sumra
Dayna and Rana
Amina
Mayyadah
Kinza
Heidi Andrew
BarefootBellydance
Gypsy Flame
Jasmir
Wysteria
RevaSundari
Desert Veils
Jamilla and Azul Salvaji
Unmata
Anita from Fat Chance
The band It is What It Is
ATS troupes with It Is What I Is and Anita
Kami Liddle

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River excursion and Queen of D'Nile induction

2008-08-10T02:37:25Z

If you plan on partaking in these activities, I must have your registration by September 1st, no exceptions. This is an overnight trip (weather permitting) and will start Monday 1pmish and end Tuesday at 2pm. Cost is $50.00 + tip for boatman, cook and band . Everything including live music will make his an unforgettable time. Be prepared to rough it, this IS the desert. We have experienced river rats and desert bums to guide us through our journey. Fearless Greg and his magic punch returns for the 3rd year as river master and pirate extrordinair. First Mate is my sis Janna, master river rat and very funny lady, will display years of river culinary skills to delight the most discriminating palate! During this adventure, you will be inducted into the Queens of D'Nile Tribe and crowned with Tamarisk (if there is any left). Check out the pics from last year, this part of the Colorado River is very beautiful!There is a 30 person limit.

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update!!

2008-08-01T20:50:13Z

Wow, what a huge response I have had for this years festival. I am sorry to say that the performance times are full. Preference will be given to those troupes that are taking workshops. This message is on the performance registration form but I keep getting performance requests, so there will be a waiting list or we will dance till midnight! IThe workshops are almost full, so register now!
I am so grateful to all who have already sent their payment by the due date (today), as it makes this huge job so much easier. Just heard from Kami Liddle. She is so excited..she will become a new Queen of D'Nile!
If anyone has any suggestions or comments about last years festival and what they would like to see. this year or next ..pm me. ( Hint: Sharon Kihara) The more eyes, the better. I can't wait to see all the returnees and meet new dancers! I will post the performance line-up real soon. It will be an amazing show!

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What is going on !!

2008-07-29T03:09:12Z

Some one is pulling down the "Tribal Sands 2008" posters around Moab, and replacing them with their massage therapy business cards. Two have been taken from the message board at Eddie Mcstiffs plaza and one from Moonflower market. We have a pretty good idea who it is, seems how this has happened 2 years prior and the fact they left a business card.

Heres a pic. of the culprit, everyone keep their eyes peeled.

http://people.tribe.net/f8bdaf55-2db4-47fd-bf78-d2d0caad075c/photos/b7931634-a780-4e83-8bb3-8eee0053857c

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Registration and Information is Up

2008-07-29T00:44:27Z

We have updated our website. There is now detailed information about the festival, as well as registration forms. Visit our website at:

http://www.desertveils.org

and the festival pages at:

http://www.desertveils.org/2008festival.htm

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Tribal Sands Posters Are Up in Flagstaff

2008-07-22T03:33:26Z

Just to let the Tribal Sands Community know......I got posters up in Flagstaff this weekend! Hopin' some of our Arizona sisters will come on up....its really not that far, and to think. ya get to come on up through Monument valley!

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Drum and zill workshop

2008-07-05T14:25:58Z

We are so excited to have "It Is What Is Is" teaching drumming this year. Here is what we are in for! Let me know and you are on the list! We are planning these classes so they do not conflict with dance workshop because I feel this kind of workshop is very important!
Tribal Sands Class Descriptions

1) Drums and Zills
There’s more than triplets and drunken three legged fairy horses! Learn clave and bell patterns to drive the rhythm. Drummers will enjoy the dancer as a musician, and will appreciate the clave and bell patterns as part of their repertoire. Zills will be needed by the zill players. There may be some loner drums.

2) Rhythms are Accents
The basic rhythms from the Middle East, with an emphasis on accents and dynamics. Accents are what makes the language of rhythm interesting. Don’t your ears perk up when they hear a voice with an exotic accent? A special bonus will be rhythms from Northwest India and Pakistan and other exotic locals. There may be some loner drums.

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Performance opportunites for Tribal Sands are full

2008-07-04T15:43:37Z

If you have sent in your registration and payment you are a sure bet. If you or members of your troupe are registered for workshops, you will be given priority. Everyone else will be put on a waiting list. The response has been huge this year, so hurry and get in your registration before Aug. 1st. We are so excited to have everyone new and those of you returning!

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Tentative schedule

2008-05-28T15:57:27Z

Subject to change (due to flights and shuttles from SLC)
All workshops are at Studio Elite

All workshops are $45.00 prepaid and $50.00 at the door and limited to 30 dancers.
Bring your own water and a notebook and pen.

Friday Sept. 19th
3-5pm Fvorboda

6 pm leave for the desert dancing

Saturday Sept 20th
9-11 am Nedra Bashira

11:15 -1:15 Unmata

1:30 -3:30 Drumming and zills with It is What It Is

3:45 5:45 Anita from Fat Chance #1

7-10 pm Show

Sunday:
9am -11am Kami Liddle #1

1115-1:15 Anita #2

1:15- 3:15 Kami Liddle #2

3:45- 5pm Drumming #2

Partee at Sheik Daves (for performers and their families)

Monday 12 pm -Tuesday river trip We will meet at the studio for shuttle at 11 am. on Monday.

Absolutely no photgraphs or video recording. We will have a video to purchase at a nominal fee.

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Colorado River trip Details

2008-05-28T15:22:49Z

Monday Sept.22 in the afternoon we will begin our journey down the Colorado River. Here you will be inducted into the Queens of D'Nile most amazing group of river rats! (Crown included) . We will spend the night and oh what a night we will have. We will have food, live music, dancing and plenty of stuff to drink and be merry. Bring a warm set of clothing and your personal gear. Sometime Tuesday afternoon, we will embark back on the river again and float down to the Moab boat dock. From there you can leave back home or stay in Moab for the evening.
Cost $50.00. Includes food, life jackets, tent, shuttle and overnight gear. (pay with registration) If you have sleeping bags bring them...and give them to me so I can get them to the campsight. Be sure and mark all your belongings. This is sure to be a fun time so be prepared.....
We have to put a limit on numbers, so let me know as soon as possibe whether you are coming. (you can also pm me)
If we have crappy weather we will have a very fun alternative...
For those of you who have never been on a river trip, this is a very gentle stretch of the river and so beautiful. The boat crew will help you if you need it.
As this is an overnight trip and we plan to parteeeee, we are asking for adults only. (check with me on ages) .
We also have put a limit on attendees, 40 people Max so register soon!
Be sure and tip the boatmen since it takes a HUGE amount of work to prepare for this event.
This is something you don't want to miss!

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Want to perform? Here are the details:

2008-05-28T14:57:40Z

Performances for Tribal Sands are going to be a little different this year due to the huge responses already received and we want to accomodate everyone.
Performances will be limited to 8 minutes and we will ask for $10.00 registration fee to cover our costs.
We need your CD on Friday or as soon as soon as you arrive. Please state where you start (on stage ect.) Shiek Josh will be the stage manager this year and Dave will be doing sound and lights. Please include a SHORT bio on your troupe.
The show will start Saturday at 7pm and go until around 10pm at Star Hall. We are asking $15.00 this year, since doing it as a donation just doesn't work. This is an awesome theater and will suit our needs perfectly!
Get your tickets soon as they will sell out fast.

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Unmata's workshop details are in!

2008-05-28T14:45:12Z

Our bestest friends and most awesome troupe!

UNMATA is a professional, multi-award-winning, bellydance
fusion troupe based in Sacramento, CA . Formed in 2003 by
Hot Pot Studio’s artistic director Amy Sigil, UNMATA’s current
members are Shelly DeCant, Luna Taylor, Casey Staub, and
Kari VanderZwaag. The high-energy teamforce of UNMATA
is known for extreme choreography, inventive Tribal
improvisation, and for tapping into an unmistakable divine
inebriation on and off stage. UNMATA’s 2007 agenda
includes teaching and performing their distinct “Tough Love”
style nationally and internationally, tri-hosting the first annual
Tribal Throwdown in March, and producing the Seventh
Annual Blood Moon Regale in Sacramento on Halloween
weekend. UNMATA holds the 2007 title “Tribal Fusion Group
of the Universe.”

Awards

Tribal Fusion Group of the Universe 2007
Ensemble of the Year 2005
Bellydance Troupe U.S.A. 2004
Bellydance Troupe of the Year 2004

Amy Sigil Bio

Amy Sigil is owner and director of Hot Pot Studio in
Sacramento , CA , home of UNMATA. For the past decade,
Amy has been developing, teaching, and performing modern
bellydance fusion and her distinct vocabulary of
Improvisational Tribal Style. She danced as half of Haruspicy
Dancecraft for several years, and then formed the
professional fusion troupe UNMATA in 2003. UNMATA has
brought home awards such as Bellydance Troupe of the Year
2004, Bellydance Troupe USA 2004, Ensemble of the Year
2005, and Tribal Fusion Group of the Universe 2007.

Amy and UNMATA teach workshops and perform nationally
and internationally at events such as The Spirit of the Tribes,
Northern Migration, Tribal Fest, Tribal Quest Northwest,
TribalCon, and Tribal Café. Amy has judged for various
pageant competitions such as Belly Dancer of the Year and
Enchanted Camelot.

Each October Amy Sigil, UNMATA, and Hot Pot Studio host
The Blood Moon Regale, a themed weekend of workshops,
dance fellowship, and a fully produced showcase of student
and professional dancers.

“UNMATA, 110%” NEW!
Featured 2007 Workshop

No bellydance fusion enthusiast ever drowned from sweat,
and to train like the UNMATA grrrls, you’ve got to be willing to
get down and get wet. After this rigorous workshop you’ll walk
away with two of Amy Sigil’s signature combos—broken down
into movement components, bootlaced together, and drilled
‘til you’re ready to drop.

Be prepared to tap into your hidden reserves of strength and
sass as you take on this class. Warning: 110% is not for
paper dolls. And yes, the music will be very, very

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Anita's workshop details are up!!!!!!!!!

2008-05-28T14:35:37Z

Anita Lalwani has been studying, practicing and
teaching American Tribal Style bellydance since 1997.
She has been performing with the legendary
FatChanceBellyDance since 2003 and teaching since
2004. She is also a certified personal fitness
trainer, a registered yoga teacher, and a Vipassana meditator.
Workshop#1

ATS Basics: In this workshop you will review taxeem,
arm undulations, bodywave, and the 4 basic families of
fast movements. Learn how to be a good leader and a
good follower as you learn to improvise combinations
that make sense and are beautiful to watch.

Workshop#2

ATS Level 2: in this workshop, you will learn
variations of ATS' basic movements, including levels,
fancy turns, hip twists and shimmies with turns.
Learn and drill combinations using Level 2 variations.
Assumes working knowledge of ATS basics.

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info on signing up

2008-05-23T19:12:55Z

Can you send me info regarding how we sign up for workshops and to perform at the festival? We weren't able to make it last year but can't wait to come this year!!

Thank you!

Dayna
dmckee3313 @ yahoo.com

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Kami Liddle's workshops! WOW!!!

2008-05-22T14:20:34Z

Seamless Dancing:
This class will begin with a brief warm-up and move onto covering technique and posture for belly dance. Basic movements will be drilled, but with a spin! Learn how to take basic movements and turn them into beautiful, smooth and continuous lines. This class is open to all levels.

Tribal Fusion Choreography by Kami Liddle:
Learn an original choreography by Kami, complete with slinky isolations, shimmies, turns, locks, ticks, breaks and more.. à la fusion style! This class is open to all, but some belly dance experience will be helpful. Water and a dance journal are essential.

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Fvorboda's workshop details!

2008-05-20T23:07:45Z

URBAN TRIBAL MOVEMENT
Taught by Fvorboda
Learn new “Urban Tribal Fusion” techniques in this three hour workshop taught by Fvorboda. In the first two hours, you will learn several poses and combinations that will add strength and power to your dance. You will learn variety of new movements broken down step by step, and learn how to take moves you already know and create new moves. The third hour will be a layback (backbend) and floorwork intensive. Learn proper posture and positioning to get those beautiful angled looks. You will learn the foundation of floorwork movements and transitions, as well as techniques to develop your skill in floorwork. This “thigh intensive” will build stronger muscles to add strength and structure to your performances. Urban Tribal Movement will be held Friday, September 19, 2008 from 2:00-5:00pm.
$45.00 pre-register
$50.00 at the door

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We are close to ..

2008-05-12T14:11:48Z

Just waiting for all the workshop descriptions to get to me..then we are on...if you messaged me and ask for a spot..you are in! Just a little more time my pretties!

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Tribal Sands

2008-05-07T17:32:21Z

Here we go! Another festival in a long line of ones to come. This year is so cool! I will post news as I get it, but everyone is confirmed!

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Thanks to everyone!!!!

2008-04-03T04:28:51Z

Thank-you everyone for joining this tribe and for all the requests for more information. I am waiting to hear from all the teachers with the workshop descriptions...any particular requests???

For instance would anyone (troupe) be interested in a private one on one with Anita? She is willing to do this! What an opportunity...!
Also what would you like to learn from Fvorboda from Dragomi? She is amazing!
We want to make this festival meet everyones needs..oh well almost everyones needs....

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photos from last years festival

2008-04-01T20:26:35Z

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jamilla/

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Official Mascot for Tribal Sands

2008-04-01T06:27:37Z

Ok this is up for grabs but I vote for the marvelous dude in photos. Any votes? It seems fitting.

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