New Piece & A Few Other Things
Well, a dance friend of mine is holding a birthday party for Aziza and has asked me to perform. There are nine performers altogether, I believe. I've never met Aziza, nor trained with her as of yet. As much as I appreciate her dancing and high level of skill - my own style varies immensely, so my focus has been on training with other instructors. Namely Hadia. At any rate, Aziza seems like a very sweet person, and my Montreal friends are a joy to be around. I'm really looking forward to it. It's been a while since I've been anywhere without the kiddies.
So what shall I dance? It's a tad intimidating, indeed! The organizer requested a copy of our music, and after much deliberation, I've made my choice. I'll be dancing to "Raidak" by Nesma and "Doum Doum" by Shake Em Up Belly Dance Productions. The first is Oriental, the second a drum solo. Together, they amount to just over a 6 minute performance.
Today I started on a choreography and have about two minutes complete. I tried some new things... trying to get out of my box and keep things fresh. So far, so good. Of course there are kinks to iron out, but I like it so far. The beginning is really quite fast, and I've chosen to absolutely crawl through it. I like the effect. We'll see what happens with the rest of it! My intention is to have Raidak done by next weekend. Oddly enough, drum solos come fairly quickly to me - it's the Oriental that has me busting my derriere to produce!
Last night I met with the girls in the troupe and we went over a few things. It's been a lot on my shoulders for the last couple of years, so have asked them for help. They seemed eager to help. Our next troupe piece has been decided and is Alf Leyla Wi Leyla. We also talked about the spring workshop and show I host every year, and they will be helping me with that as well. I love the event, but I can't say how much of a relief it is to have some help. It's way too much work for one person to do on top of preparing for classes, my own performance piece and troupe choreographies/rehearsal. I consider myself blessed to have such a devoted, and genuinely nice group of girls to work with. We'll be dancing a Nubian piece and a fun Saidi piece w/sagats at next year's show. Should be fun!
About five years ago, I lost 54lbs. It was tough, but I got through it and kept it off for a long time. Well, it's started slowly creeping back and I'm less than pleased! Everything I used to do isn't working. I guess having kids and age have begun to do a number on my figure. Accept defeat? Heck no! Today, no excuses... I have gotten back on track and am determined to stay young, healthy and attractive.
So what shall I dance? It's a tad intimidating, indeed! The organizer requested a copy of our music, and after much deliberation, I've made my choice. I'll be dancing to "Raidak" by Nesma and "Doum Doum" by Shake Em Up Belly Dance Productions. The first is Oriental, the second a drum solo. Together, they amount to just over a 6 minute performance.
Today I started on a choreography and have about two minutes complete. I tried some new things... trying to get out of my box and keep things fresh. So far, so good. Of course there are kinks to iron out, but I like it so far. The beginning is really quite fast, and I've chosen to absolutely crawl through it. I like the effect. We'll see what happens with the rest of it! My intention is to have Raidak done by next weekend. Oddly enough, drum solos come fairly quickly to me - it's the Oriental that has me busting my derriere to produce!
Last night I met with the girls in the troupe and we went over a few things. It's been a lot on my shoulders for the last couple of years, so have asked them for help. They seemed eager to help. Our next troupe piece has been decided and is Alf Leyla Wi Leyla. We also talked about the spring workshop and show I host every year, and they will be helping me with that as well. I love the event, but I can't say how much of a relief it is to have some help. It's way too much work for one person to do on top of preparing for classes, my own performance piece and troupe choreographies/rehearsal. I consider myself blessed to have such a devoted, and genuinely nice group of girls to work with. We'll be dancing a Nubian piece and a fun Saidi piece w/sagats at next year's show. Should be fun!
About five years ago, I lost 54lbs. It was tough, but I got through it and kept it off for a long time. Well, it's started slowly creeping back and I'm less than pleased! Everything I used to do isn't working. I guess having kids and age have begun to do a number on my figure. Accept defeat? Heck no! Today, no excuses... I have gotten back on track and am determined to stay young, healthy and attractive.
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