Tuesday 8 November 2011

Belly dancing at its best.!

Ever heard of belly dancing before? If not get ready to get your mind blown away.! If you do know the dance form, you'l still be amazed at this girl doing it so gracefully and still she makes it look so easy.

For those who haven't heard of Belly Dancing before, its a traditional Arabic dance form (Arabic: Raqs Sharqi). Belly dancing is natural to a woman's bone and muscle structure with movements emanating from the torso rather than in the legs and feet. The dance often focuses upon isolating different parts of the body, moving them independently in sensuous patterns, weaving together the entire feminine form. Belly dancing is generally performed barefoot, thought by many to emphasize the intimate physical connection between the dancer, her expression, and Mother Earth.


Belly dancing costumes are often colorful, flowing garments, accented with flowing scarves and veils. Finger cymbals (made of brass and known as zills) are common, dating back to 200 B. C. as well as exotic jewelry, including intricate belts made of coins that, in earlier days, comprised the family's wealth so that it might be portable in the event the woman needed to move quickly or flee. Other interesting accessories used during the dance are swords, snakes, large vessels, and even huge candelabras, complete with flaming candles.


I happened to see this video on YouTube with the title "Beat The Tune". I couldn't figure out what it'd be, but after i watched it, i was left with only one word in my mind "WOW".


Do watch the video and feel free to share your comments about it below.


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