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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherAllen & Unwin
ISBN-101741143764
ISBN-139781741143768
eBay Product ID (ePID)30775927
Product Key Features
Book TitleBellydance : a Guide to Middle Eastern Dance, Its Music, Its Culture and Costume
Number of Pages96 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSociology / General, Dance / General
Publication Year2005
IllustratorYes
GenrePerforming Arts, Social Science
AuthorKeti Sharif
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.3 in
Item Weight10.4 Oz
Item Length7 in
Item Width7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2005-362991
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal793.3
Table Of ContentAcknowledgementsIntroductionPart 1 Dance of the EastPart 2 The art of bellydancePart 3 Routines and techniquesPart 4 Cultures and dancePart 5 Costume and performanceGlossary
SynopsisBeautifully packaged and highly practical guide to the exotic, expressive, alluring art of bellydancing; its history, its culture and the many health benefits it can bring., In Cairo there is a saying: 'Every girl is born a dancer'...From the sensual sway of the hips to the artistic flair of the hands, the allure of bellydancing has captivated men and women alike across the ages. Known in the Middle East as the dance of the East', this ancient art encompasses more than just moves and techniques to learn the dance of a region is to become enmeshed in the life of its people. The steps and movements, history, music and culture are indeed inseparable...This easy-to-follow guide will help you tap into the natural rhythms of your body, and learn to love it as you celebrate the beauty of the dance. Bellydancing will increase your allure and put you in touch with your sensuality. It is also a pleasurable workout for women of any age or fitness level. It can even strengthen the body during pregnancy and, after the birth, help you get your pre-baby belly back!..A fun, informative celebration of the energising properties of this enchanting craft, Bellydance is also a fascinating exploration of the culture of the dance, its instruments, costumes and traditions...Australian-born Keti Sharif resides on the Red Sea in Egypt. She performs and teaches bellydance workshops internationally and hosts cultural tours of Egypt. Her instructional DVDs are available on www.ketisharif.com, For those wanting to shake and shimmy their way to a firmer body, this comprehensive guide to belly dancing offers instructions on how to make the most of the hot belly-dancing-as-fitness trend. In addition to guiding the dancer to a trimmer waist, this how-to book helps put women in touch with their sensuality through the alluring moves of this ancient dance. Specific guidelines for pregnant women who wish to stay strong throughout the nine months and regain their prebaby belly are included. The history and culture of the art is also explored with a celebration of the pulsating music and shimmering costumes that make belly dancing a joy to watch. In Cairo there is a saying: "Every girl is born a dancer." With this guide, all women can be divas of the dance.