Mystery: Fantasy Bellydance
'Mystery' is the first in a series of three choreography DVD's. Each DVD features three routines, each by a different dancer offering a different style of belly dance.
The three dances here are:
#1: Serpent - (Neon)
#2: Shadow - Tribal Fusion (Sera)
#3: Phoenix (Wings of Isis) - (Ayshe )
All three choreographies are strong on story-telling and atmosphere,… Continue reading
Istanbul Nights: Gypsy Fusion Bellydance Choreography with Ansuya
I love Ansuya but I must admit, I was confused by the title of this DVD! When I saw the word "gypsy", I wasn't sure what to expect - but I thought it might be flamenco-influenced, or Romany/folkloric. Instead it seems to have quite a strong Turkish cabaret flavor. I've since discovered that her dance troupe is called Gypsy Sugar… Continue reading
Ali: A Tribal Fusion Choreography by Sahira
If you liked Sahira's Arabian Spices (I did), you'll want to buy her second DVD, "Ali". This tribal fusion choreography combines influences from Bhangra, West African, and Spanish dancing with ATS. The choreography is taught as 14 separate combinations, clearly explained so that it's easy to put them all together for the final routine.
I like the special section on… Continue reading
Arabian Spices
In this DVD, Sahira teaches a choreography to the well-known Arabian Spices by DJ Kambo.
The choreography is made up of 11 combos plus an entrance and exit. Some of the combos are recognizably ATS while others are fusion. Sahira teaches each combo clearly.
Beginners would struggle to follow it, but few beginners would be tackling a choreography like this… Continue reading
Vashti’s Gypsy Passion: Fusion Choreography With Skirt
Vashti's cultural heritage is Mexican and Colombian, which influences this choreography. Don't misunderstand the term "gypsy" - she's used the word to emphasise that it's a somewhat flamenco-style fusion, but it's not pure flamenco. I realize that can cause confusion for some people, because they're expecting to learn Romany or Turkish gypsy style from this DVD - but I… Continue reading
