Eastern (Belly) Dance (The super condensed mini version) Middle Eastern Dance is an umbrella term which refers to all dances of the Middle East and it’s surrounding areas from both the past and present. However its also a term commonly used to refer to Raqs Sharqi or "belly dance" and its various styles‚ offshoots‚ and predecessors. Many scholars believe that Raqs Sharqi stems from older dances. It has been called the world’s "oldest dance‚" with theories linking it to ancient dances in Mesopotamia
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As an extremely challenging and physically demanding pastime‚ it makes sense that a career in dance has lots of pressures that go along with it. This should come as no surprise seeing that every professional sport requires hard work and at least some sacrifice. It is questionable‚ however‚ if there is maybe too much pressure put on dancers in this day and age. Many people do not realize what it takes for a person to make it as a dancer‚ the dedication and drive the person must have. The fact of the
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Dance is such a beautiful art because it is not only something that we‚ in America‚ share with each other‚ it is practiced world-wide. In Baghdad‚ there is one dance in school in particular that focuses on using dance to bring people together. The Baghdad School of Music and Ballet has given decade’s worth of children the opportunity to purse their dreams in the arts. The country of Iraq‚ which Bagdad is the capital of‚ has been at war for years which causes a lot of fear in the children who are
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posthumously in 1890‚ is often considered his masterpiece‚ telling the story of Russian Prince Igor’s conquest of nomadic tribes. One of the most spectacular elements of Prince Igor is the “Polovtsian Dances‚” a dance performed at the end of the second act. “Polovtsian Dances” draws on traditional musical themes of the nomadic tribes‚ but remains distinctly Russian. Conversely‚ George Gershwin and DuBose Heyward’s Porgy and Bess was one of the first American operas to emerge from the American Jazz Age
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What Is Dance? Dance is a type of art form in which people use their bodies to express themselves‚ and usually a dance is accompanied by music. When dancing‚ a person often tries to express different ideas and emotions with her movements. Some types of dance can also be used for storytelling. Since dancing is a very physically demanding art form‚ most dancers must work very hard to stay physically fit. This will often include a strict diet‚ along with a rigorous exercise routine Careers in Dance
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The Growing Field of Dance Therapy In the world of therapy‚ there are many routes that can be taken by college graduates to lead successful lives. There are the “norms” such as physical therapy‚ occupational therapy‚ and recreational therapy. There are also the therapy types that have not been exposed quite as much as the aforementioned and should be because they are definitely exciting and should be explored. Among these is the lucrative field of dance therapy. Dance therapy is one of‚ if not
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Did you know that Liturgical Dance has changed over the years? What is Liturgical Dance? Liturgical Dance is a form of dancing that expresses worship and praise to God. A synonym for liturgical dance is praise dancing. Praise dancing is done with upbeat music with verses that depicts gratefulness or thankfulness of bliss and recognition. Dancers of acclaim ooze the same feelings of the move of cheering. The demonstration of moving is more than a carved development‚ it is worked inside of the body
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Dance Styles Dancing and music in general has evolved through time. People who danced in style in the sixties would not fit in the generation of the new millennium. As years have passed by‚ it seems the style of dancing is getting to be bigger. It is inevitable that dance will change throughout our lives and so will its style. Some of the dance styles around today are tap‚ modern‚ swing‚ contra‚ country‚ belly dance and Latin dancing. Dancing has changed in relation to music‚ behavior and time
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Philippine Dance The following are examples of popular Philippine folk dances : Binasuan - Originated in Pangasinan Province “meaning with the use of drinking glasses”‚ this vibrant dance basically shows off balancing skill of the performers. Glasses filled with rice wine are placed on the head and on each hand carefully maneuvered with graceful movements. This dance is common in weddings‚ fiestas and special occasions. Pandanggo sa Ilaw - The word pandanggo comes from the Spanish dance “fandango”characterized
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For many people‚ dance is a form of expression and freedom. Dance and movement therapy has been a form of healing in counseling and therapeutic ways for years‚ but it constantly changing. Dance therapy can benefit one’s life and body in many ways‚ for patients with different backgrounds‚ ages‚ or diagnoses. Dance and movement therapy provides a great outlet for people with physical and mental illnesses and should be able to be available for more people in our country. Dance therapy is a type
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