Middle Eastern Rhythm and Dance
Raqs al-Sharqi
Middle Eastern rhythm and dance is a featured dynamic in performance by Kenne. The beautiful, ritual dances, sometimes called, "Bellydance" have been an attribute of the cultures of the Mediterranean since days of antiquity; known throughout the Maghreb, the Balkans the Levant and the Arabian peninsula. Kenne teaches Middle Eastern drumming, using the method books he has written and performs on dumbek and riq, often supporting the beautiful and talented dancer, "NASHEETA" and other dancers of the twin cities belly dance guild. View a sample of a bellydance demonstration by Nasheeta at Body Prayers and Yoga Studio here.
Renaissance Festival 2010
Shakopee, MN (3 miles south off Hwy 169)
For information call (952-445-7361)
MID-EAST WEEKEND
featuring Rakstar Belly Dance Fusion
August 28 and 29
(Dance and Dumbek open lessons, Parade, Bellydance Competition, Bellydance solo show, Pavilion Special Show)
Twin Cities local performances at restaurants, dance studios and clubs in and around the Minneapolis - St Paul, MN area.
Rhythm is an important element in the support of the enchanting dances of the Middle East. Kenne's technique books on the study of the Egyptian drum, Dumbek, the accompanying frame drum, the Riqq, and the finger cymbals, culturally known as, Zills, or Sagat are available on the publications pages here.
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