Romancing the Folk: Public Memory and American Roots Music

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In American music, the notion of “roots” has been a powerful refrain, but just what constitutes our true musical traditions has often been a matter of debate. As Benjamin Filene reveals, a number of competing visions of … More >>

Romancing the Folk: Public Memory and American Roots Music

“Bertha Belly” Pincushion & Ragdoll Patterns

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Volume I, Book 25. Two patterns. Craft a sexy, plump little pincushion to guard the glitter while you’re out performing; functional & decorative. Also, craft a rag doll to keep you company & calm your nerves after a h… More >>

“Bertha Belly” Pincushion & Ragdoll Patterns

Tunisian Jug Dancing

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Volume I, Book 14. Introduction to dance steps of Tunisia. How to dance with a jug, crafting a jug, costuming; simple beginner choreography…. More >>

Tunisian Jug Dancing

Bedlah, Baubles, and Beads

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Bedlah, Baubles, and Beads is a book about designing and crafting the elaborate bra and belt sets worn by contemporary belly dancers. Also known as “dance oriental” and “raks sharki,” belly dancing has numerous sub-style… More >>

Bedlah, Baubles, and Beads

Bellydance

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For women who are eager to exercise their mind, body, and spirit, bellydancing is a no-impact exercise that burns fat, increases flexibility, and complements the natural movements of the body. Providing a structured appr… More >>

Bellydance

The Rough Guide to Bellydance Cafe

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Late night get-togethers at an outdoor café, hookah pipes, chatter and the strong smell of coffee, are all part of the distinct flavour of Middle Eastern street life. As is the shimmying, hip-shaking music phenomenon… More >>

The Rough Guide to Bellydance Cafe

In The Lap Of Morpheus

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Simon says… virtually nothing. Mute for two years, he is a wanderer, a mystic, a clairvoyant who crosses paths with Brandy, a voluptuous belly dancer, in the Arizona desert. Theirs appears to be a chance encounter, unt… More >>

In The Lap Of Morpheus

“A Trade like Any Other”: Female Singers and Dancers in Egypt

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In Egypt, singing and dancing are considered essential on happy occasions. Professional entertainers often perform at weddings and other celebrations, and a host family’s prestige rises with the number, expense, and fame… More >>

“A Trade like Any Other”: Female Singers and Dancers in Egypt

From Turban to Toe Ring

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From Turban to Toe Ring is a guide for designing and making tribal-fusion belly dance wear. This style, which originated in the San Francisco dance community and has spread world-wide, is fast becoming one of the most… More >>

From Turban to Toe Ring

Elinor Carucci: Diary Of A Dancer

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“I have been a professional Middle Eastern dancer, or as it is called in the West, belly dancer, for ten years. I photographed this collection of images during a period of three years, in which I performed mostly around … More >>

Elinor Carucci: Diary Of A Dancer

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