Dynamic Belly Dance,

The Joyful Journey of Dancemaking and Performing

 

Table of Contents

 

Acknowledgments

A Personal Prologue

 

Part I:  Setting the Scene

 

Introduction:  What makes a great dance?

1. Choreography and improvisation

2. Posture, breath and energy

3. Energy and creative expression

4. Style and individuality

 

Part II: Designing a Dance

 

5. Artistic design concepts

6. Developing movement combinations and choreography

7. Proven methods of creating dynamic dances

8. Special considerations for group dances

 

Part III: Presentation Skills

 

9.   Tips for successful performances

10. Dance, emotion and expression

11. Organizing a dance concert

 

Part IV: Music and Dance

 

12. Musical finesse

13. Musical patterns in your favorite songs

         

Part V: Students, Teachers and Audiences

 

14. Proven techniques to enhance your learning skills

15. The business of teaching belly dancing

16. Communication between dancer and audience

 

Endnotes

Beat analysis: The Finger Cymbal Dance

Choreography chart: The Finger Cymbal Dance

Resources and bibliography   

 

 

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