Carmine is an accomplished instructor, teaching doumbek both nationally and internationally. His students compliment his lively and engaging teaching style and his ability to make complex technique and intricate rhythms easy to learn. Located in New York City, Carmine is a member of several music ensembles including Middle Eastern fusion group “Djinn.” Carmine’s music has been featured on several CDs [...] Continue reading
I always go crazy everytime I go to to Bellydance America. Its almost like Khan El Khalili in the middle of New York City. From beautifull lavished costumes, finger cymbals, wings, music, dvds, instruments you name it, they have it. Not only do they have a countless selection of items for sale, Hanna, Jehan and company also provide an array [...] Continue reading
See the Hanna’s on the hit show “Wife Swap” where Jehan trades places with a pig farmer from Nevada!
A couple of adventurous interns saw our windows from 8th Avenue and decided to stop in and check us out. They loved our store and included us in their blog as one of the best kept secrets in the Fashion District!
Note: We NEVER said that Julie didn’t have enough jiggle. She did a great job and we love all body types!
Fantasy seems to be the growing new reality for bellydance in America. Winged goddesses, mythological archetypes, masked creatures and elementals are re-emerging from the depths of our psyches to become the inspiration for many bellydancers in this age. Theatrical plays, concerts and works on video, enacting famous myths or personal dramas incorporating several dance forms, are becoming [...] Continue reading
New York, New York – United States STYLE: Egyptian and Fusion BIOGRAPHY: Léon’s charisma and explosive style began with street dance at the age of 8, but it wasn’t until 1993 that her real hip-hop and house education began when she became an avid member of the underground scene. In 1999, her freestyle spirit was further enriched when she entered [...] Continue reading
Fairfield County, Connecticut – United States STYLE: Classic/Modern Egypian, Flamenc, Zambra Mora, Gothic, Indian fusion. BIOGRAPHY: Dancer-Choreographer-Instructor. I have been a natural, trained and self taught dance artist since my youth. In classic and ethnic styles. I also have been designing stage wear/dance costumes, modeling, hosting since the early 90′s. I have performed solo, with my own dance groups and [...] Continue reading