The definitive resource for the dance style known as American
Tribal Style Bellydance. History, development, interviews, costuming
descriptions and construction tips, jewelry, history of textiles and
ethnic jewelry used for this dance form, movement breakdowns including
fast and slow steps, use of props, staging and performance techniques,
music, finger cymbal and kashiklar instruction, how the dance relates to
the Romany culture, dance as ritual, quotes from practitioners from
around the world, resource directory, more. Over 300 photos, about one
third in color. Full color collage cover, foreword by Elizabeth Artemis
Mourat.
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This book is a must have for any belly dance student or enthusiast! Not only does it cover the history of ATS, it is signed by the author herself! A very rare find!
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