
Tejal's ability to break down movements and explain them precisely comes from her diverse dance background. She has performed internationally with classical ballet companies, Indian folk groups and Middle Eastern dance troupes, several of which she co-directed. Also experienced in jazz, ballroom, Spanish, and African dance, Tejal has been teaching since age 14. As a soloist she has performed extensively in Theatres and Restaurants including the Lincoln Centre, New York, Harrods and The Cafe Royal in London.
Improve The Belly Dancer in You: Drawing on her impeccable technique, Tejal teaches you how to "think" about complex movements which will provide you with the perspective needed to master improvisational skills for your own dance. Tejal helps you to co-ordinate your dancing with cymbal playing, and encourages you to follow along as she performs a dance using selected movements and rhythms covered. Each section ends with a summary and advises you of common mistakes to avoid.
What's Inside:
1. Warm up- using basic moves taught in volume 1; 11 min.
2. Transitions- between slow and fast moves; 14 min.
3. Travelling- Steps in different directions; 6 min.
4. Sharp Hips- Including 5 types of Hip Shimmies; 19 min
5. Moving in 3 dimensions- Tools for experimentation; 5 min.
6. Finger cymbals- Introduction and basic rhythms; 23 min.
7. Dance- Using finger cymbals. Watch and follow; 7 min.
8. Music- Sampling Hossam Ramzy's Musical works; 5 min
What others say about this DVD:
"... Tejal tackles movements which many dancers find difficult, breaks them down, puts them back together and demonstrates them effortlessly.... You will be able to play finger cymbals by using this video" Jacquline Jamal, Bristol.
"Tejal is clearly a professional. She truly understands the meaning behind the movements and is able to convey it simply. I like this video very much and feel that any serious student of dance will regard it as a valuable learning tool." Mahmoud Reda of "The Reda Troupe" Cairo
"I consider that this and it's companion volume are the finest teaching videos at their level that we have ever stocked. I am delighted that Tejal has finally re-released them on DVD. The delay was only due to her absolute determination that they be produced to the highest standard possible. Now go for it!" Edwin, Aladdin's Cave
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