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Browse CDs by Section: Compilations, Solace, Tim Rayborn, Ruben van Rompaey, Baraka Mundi, Hossam Ramzy, Gypsy Caravan, FatChanceBellyDance and Helm, and Turku.

Compilations

Arabesque: I love this album! It’s got a groove to it that is addictive while still being practical enough to use for class and zil practice. With titles like Kidda and Shashkin (2 remixes!) and Caravane how can you go wrong?

Arabic Groove: This compilation album was one of the first Arabic funk CDs I ever heard, and I’ve loved it from the start. It’s got a sexy style that can’t be beat.

Mystic Groove: Another take on Arabic funk, this CD shows a unique spin on tribal and more traditional belly dance styles. One of my newfound favorites.

The Kabila Project: A compilation album that brings together some of tribal music’s greatest artists including Solace, Gypsy Caravan, Helm, and Turku among others, this project features some classic as well as previously unreleased cuts that you will undoubtedly love.

Solace

Ahsas: The title of this album translates into “feelings” which aptly describes this personal journey into the depths of the artist’s soul.

Sha'waza: As the title implies, this album is truly bewitching in its haunting melodies and modern take on traditional instrumentation and rhythms.

Vadalna: Some of today’s most popular house, break beat and ambience artists put their indelible stamp on Solace classics in this re-mix must-have for anyone who loves an urban slant to their tribal music.

The Gathering Season: Solace takes us on a journey of loss, searching and discovery that uplifts, enlightens and haunts with its unique musical depth and dimension.

Balance: Solace’s newest offering takes us to the Far East, melding its distinct tonal and percussive elements with Middle Eastern, Hip-Hop, Electronica, and Trance elements to forge a truly unique listening experience.

Tim Rayborn

Ashek: Ashek features vocal and instrumental music spanning several centuries and thousands of miles, united by a common theme: that of the longing for true love, whether physical or spiritual.

Ruben van Rompaey

Eastern Expressions: This newly released album by displays percussive mastery driven by passion for eastern rhythms and a thorough knowledge of eastern culture.

Children of Paradise

Children of Paradise: Based in Portland, OR, this self-titled album is a real gem for tribal dancers who want something a bit more traditional. We have used several of its tracks for original performance pieces, and have loved them all. Currently out of stock.

Baraka Mundi

World Spirit Melody: The latest album from Baraka Mundi, that oh-so-talented group of musicians from Asheville, NC. The global influences that permeate this CD range from spiritual to playful, a true reflection of the group itself.

Hossam Ramzy

Baladi Plus: From the master percussionist, Hossam Ramzy, this album will make a sizzling addition to your dance collection. A great album for both practice and performance.

Gypsy Caravan

Caravan Rhythms: Twelve tracks of music perfect for those wanting to learn what the basic drum rhythms are; also great for zil practice. This CD is one of the basics that all tribal dancers must have in their collection.

Migration: One of the most beautiful tribal recordings ever made, this is the one CD is unbeatable for practice, performance and just listening when you are in the mood to just kick back.

Awakening: It took a while for this CD to grow on me, but now it is one of my absolute favorites. A bit darker in tone than previous Gypsy Caravan pieces, it gets under your skin and stays there.

Quest: Gypsy Caravan’s latest CD is a real humdinger! Both powerful and haunting, it takes you on an emotional trek that you won’t want to miss.

Fat Chance Belly Dance and Helm

Tribal Dance Tribal Drums: This seminal CD takes you on a rhythmic journey through North Africa and the Middle East. Its combination of straightforward presentation and steady phrasing in a variety of tempos with layering of lyrical improvisations make it an essential tool for teaching, practicing, and group improvisation.

Itneen: The title of this CD means “two”, and it is the second collaboration between FatChanceBellyDance and Helm. It features American Tribal arrangements of Helm classics, new original compositions and lyrical improvisations on Middle Eastern rhythms, two dance suites and a series of "unplugged" percussion tracks for practice or performance.

Turku

Alleys of Istanbul: Turku presents a musical tour of this ancient city, whose streets pulse to the cultural origins of their inhabitants; Turks, Greeks, Azeri, Iranians, Kurds, Turkmen, and Romany. It is a CD full of grace and beauty, and one of my all-time favorites.Currently out of stock.







Nomads of the Silk Road: In their second recording, Turku brings you songs of the nomadic tribes of Turkey and Persia; some of which have not been heard outside of these places. Fidayda and Lesge in particular transport you back to this ancient trade route and its incomparable musical and dance traditions. Currently out of stock.







Ozlem: Turku's third CD, whose title means "longing", features some new pieces as well as reworkings of others. Their mastery of this musical genre permeates this plaintive and rhythmic work. Currently out of stock.

Browse DVDs by Section: FatChanceBellyDance, Gypsy Caravan, Suhaila, Jillina, Rachel Brice, Bellydance Superstars, Bellyqueen, Other Artists

FatChanceBellyDance

FCBD Vol 1 Fundamentals (Revised): This DVD addresses posture and its direct relation to movement, shows simple stretches as well as a breakdown and drill of Figure 8 Taxeem, Ribcage and Torso isolation, Bodywaves, Bellyrolls, and Arms, the basic Shimmy, Egyptian, Arabic, Pivot Bump and Choo-Choo, all followed by a special performance by FatChance. Suitable for beginners as well as the intermediate or advanced dancer looking for a review. 75 minutes. $35 plus shipping.

FCBD Vol 3 Zils: This 30 minute workshop includes the basic elements of music theory along with Five basic zil patterns and simple, easy to follow directions for Alternating Right-Left, Standard Right-Left-Right, Military, Baladi and Moroccan Six. 60 minutes. $20 plus shipping.

FCBD Vol 4 Advanced Workshop: When you're grounded in the basics offered in Volume 1 Dance Fundamentals, it's time to move on to the more complicated and challenging Advanced Workshop. Features embellishments, variations, layering and complex steps. 75 minutes. $35 plus shipping.

FCBD Vol 5 Cues and Transitions: Stretches, posture review and a moving meditation are followed by drills linking steps using transitions. Explores how to use a basic system of non-verbal cues to communicate with your fellow dancers. Features a group demonstration by FCBD and a special performance using everything presented here. 75 minutes. $25 plus shipping.

FCBD Vol 6 Improvisational Choreography: Introduces the FCBD method for developing successful stage presentation. Group demonstration by FCBD, several exciting classroom drills using the steps from Vol. 1 Fundamentals of Dance, Vol. 4 Advanced Workshop and Vol. 5 Cues & Transitions. Plus a special performance using everything presented here. Create your own Tribal Choreography! 65 minutes. $25 plus shipping.

FCBD Vol 7 Creative Steps and Combinations: Presents 20 new steps and combinations created using the standard vocabulary of steps and concepts from Tribal Basics Vol. 1-6. Thorough instruction and time to drill, new music by Helm and a special performance by FatChanceBellyDance and Devyani Dance Company. Includes moves and combinations such as Moving Meditation, Stretches, Posture, Walking Taxeem and Walking Bodywave, Single Bump Half Turn, Sunanda, Wrap Around Turn, Egyptian Full Turn, Wet Dog! Barrel Turn, Re-shamka, Chico, Four Corners, Sahra Turn, Arabic Hip Twist Flourish, Water Pot, Layback, Double Back with Half Turn, Spins, Reverse turn Turkish, Shimmy w/Arms and Turn, Circle Arabic Shimmy w/Arms and Turn, in a Fade and in a Circle, Ghawazee Shimmy Combo, and Arabic Orbit. 120 minutes. $35 plus shipping.

FCBD FatChanceBellyDance LIVE!: A favorite at nightclubs and cafes, FatChanceBellyDance has delighted audiences in and around the San Francisco Bay Area. Filmmaker Julia Terr captures the excitement & power of FatChanceBellyDance LIVE! Excerpts of live performances from 1993-1994. Detailed playlist enclosed. 100 minutes. $25 plus shipping.
Currently out of stock.


FCBD FatChanceBellyDance Tattoed One: This first performance video by FCBD, produced in 1992, is a now a classic. A kaleidoscope of inspiration featuring an elaborate set, skilled musicians (including Susu Pampanin and Nancy Hall), adorned audience members and six of the original members of FatChanceBellyDance. 30 minutes. $25 plus shipping.

Gypsy Caravan

Gypsy Caravan Tribal Technique Vol 1: This DVD features extensive warm-up exercises, basic steps with variations, including taxseem, maya, arm movements, rib cage rotations, structural roll, Arabic walk, Egyptian basics, ghawazee, hip and shoulder shimmies, hip bumps, Tunisian and reach and turn. The Gypsy Caravan dancers demonstrate the movements with transitions, which is great for practice sessions. 75 minutes. $25 plus shipping.

Gypsy Caravan Tribal Technique Vol 2: More technique, with demonstrations and practice, with Paulette the Gypsy Caravan dancers. Steps include double maya, eqyptian taxseem, pestle, ½ hip circle, small corkscrew, ghawazee accent, single hip bump varitations, Arabic hip twist, and Egyptian basic w/ ½ turns. 66 minutes. $28 plus shipping.

Gypsy Caravan Tribal Technique Vol 3: Intermediate Level and Variations. Add to the technique acquired from the previous two videos, this will inspire you with new steps and variations, including a warmup, technique demonstration, and a practice and review section with Paulette and the Gypsy Caravan Dancers. Movements covered include ghawazee with variations, shimmy with variations, Arabic walk with variations, double Egyptian, double Tunisian, the Stomp, Tunisian walk, double hip bumps w/ ¼ turns, large corkscrew, hip lift/side step, and circle step. 65 minutes. $20 plus shipping.

Gypsy Caravan Tribal Technique Vol 4: This DVD covers combination steps which complement the improvisational style of tribal belly dance as well as showing some Gypsy Caravan performance formations to use and adapt to your own style. Includes simple combinations (Egyptian basic and double Egyptian, Tunisian and double Tunisian, Pivot hip bump combo, rib cage and torso rotation, structural roll and body wave), complex combinations ( the Box, Spanish combo, Yasmela’s short combo, and a line combo), and formations (standard chorus with different leads, corner duets, triplets, diamond, chevron, and rotating circle.) 61 minutes. $30 plus shipping.

Gypsy Caravan Tribal Technique Vol 5: Contains more intermediate moves including Ghawazee 3, Amaya Box, Hip Bump variation -- up up circle sit, Moroccan Hip Hop, Hip Sway, Camel #1, Pestle with half turn, Hip Offering, Carolyn's Walk, and Berber Walk. 56 minutes. $30 plus shipping.

Gypsy Caravan Tribal Technique Vol 6: This volume focuses on fusion and evolution within Tribal Bellydance, giving you a a taste of Indian and Spanish Stylings. Moves include Prayer Hands; Head Glide with Ghawazee; Yin Yang; Happiness; Moon Turn; Indian Hip Drop with 1/4 turn Hip Circles; Wrap turn, Wrist Circle Accents; Hip Bump Skirt Lift Combo; Skirt Swish with 1/4 turns; Shimmy with Skirts; Turkish with Skirts; Knee Slap Combo. 58 minutes. $30 plus shipping.

Tribal Travels: A Collage: Join Gypsy Caravan as they journey through the world of tribal belly dance in performance, practice, discussion, and creation of both their dance and music pieces. This DVD provides an in depth look at their troupe over a 2 year period (2002 -2004), and is a fascinating and intimate portrayal of one of tribal belly dance’s premier forces. In my opinion, it is worth every penny! 91 minutes. $30.00 plus shipping.

Suhaila

Suhaila: Bellydance Fitness Fusion - Buns:With Suhaila Salimpour's approach you will get the buns of your life plus you will learn to shimmy with the woman known as having the top belly dance shimmy in the world. Your gluteus muscles are the foundation of strength that propels you forward in life, whether you are walking or dancing. Take your love of movement, tap into your inner belly dancer, have great fun, and learn technique that will strengthen your gluteus, enhance your health, and increase the sensuality in your life. 40 minutes. $20 plus shipping.

Suhaila: Bellydance Fitness Fusion - Yoga:With Suhaila Salimpour's format you will develop a strong, lean, muscular, beautiful body matched by a serene state of mind. Yoga is well known as a relaxing art; the traditions of belly dance and yoga blend together with thousands of years of history that combine healing with movement. By building a yoga foundation using postures that support and strengthen you for belly dance, you combine the ancient and the most modern to develop a unique expression of sacred and sexy all your own! 40 minutes. $20 plus shipping.

Jillina

Instructional Bellydance With Jillina - Level 1:This DVD is designed to teach the basics of bellydance, also known as Raks Sharki or Danse oriental. Learn to Bellydance to "Alf La Walla Walla," which is a classic Arabic song meaning "1001 Nights." 55 minutes. $18 plus shipping.

Instructional Bellydance With Jillina - Level 2:Learn dynamic bellydance to a modern Arabic song by Warda. With use of modern and folkloric movements, this DVD will teach you the rich variety of this dance form. 73 minutes. $18 plus shipping.

Rachel Brice

Tribal Fusion Belly Dance: Yoga, Isolations and Drills: A Practice Companion with Rachel Brice:The incomparable Rachel Brice teaches basic yoga postures and tribal belly dance movements that will help students, regardless of level, to achieve strong and effortless dance movement. The DVD begins with a short Yoga practice to warm up the body and strengthen your core to prepare for belly dance drills including rib cage circles, basic hip and abdominal locks, 3/4 shimmy preparation, undulations down and up, hip circles, maya and taxim. It concludes with a chapter on Yoga for flexibility. 78 minutes. $15 plus shipping.
Currently out of stock.

Bellydance Superstars

Bellydance Superstars: Introduction to Bellydance:This instructional DVD features Bellydance Superstars Sonia, Bozenka, Amar Gamal and Saida breaking down the basic movements of bellydance. Great for dancers that want a strong foundation in bellydance basics. 95 minutes. $16 plus shipping.

Bellyqueen

Bellydance Jam with Bellyqueen: This DVD covers foundation bellydance moves, a fun routine called the "BQ Boogie", and ideas on how to improvise. You will also learn some partner combinations you can do with your friends. Enclosed is a bonus music CD with 12 tracks of funky Middle Eastern dance beats. 75 minutes. $20 plus shipping.

Other Artists

Zil Technique featuring Carla Monnich of Turku: Carla has created an instructional CD ROM for performers of all skill levels who are looking for the secret to mastering the finger cymbals. This is a very complete course in zils that includes information you won't find anywhere else. This edition includes text, audio and video files (.wav .avi, and .mpg); everything you need to blow your zil playing wide open! $25 plus shipping.