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Known for its supple grace, bellydance originated in the Middle East in ages past and has spread across the oceans in the last century.
Enthusiastic Americans everywhere are enjoying the exotic rhythms and energetic movements of Middle Eastern Dance. Whether know as Raks Sharki, Danse Orientale, or just plain bellydance, the dance remains a beautiful means of expression and enjoyment.
Safiye dances as a solo performer and also with Lumani. As a founding member of Lumani and the Lounge Lizards, Safiye plays woodwinds with the Lizards. She also directs her student troupe, Nalah Caravanserai. Check out the Performance page to find out where she'll be dancing next.
Safiye teaches Intermediate Bellydance at Madison's Dublin Park Rec Center. She also teaches a Basic Bellydance Skills class at Huntsville Hospital's Wellness Centers in Jones Valley. Look on the Class page for more information, as well as a Class FAQ and Student Notes.
Well, why not? Everybody seems to have one. Try it out here. Hopefully it will inform and entertain, although your mileage may vary.
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