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In reply to the discussion: Beyonce blowing the doors off the place. [View all]kentauros
(29,414 posts)146. Have her take belly dance classes then :)
What is Belly Dance?
Many experts say belly dancing is the oldest form of dance, having roots in all ancient cultures from the orient to India to the mid-East. Probably the greatest misconception about belly dancing is that it is intended to entertain men.
Throughout history, this ritualized expression has usually been performed for other women, generally during fertility rites or parties preparing a young woman for marriage. In most cases, the presence of men is not permitted.
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.
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Many experts say belly dancing is the oldest form of dance, having roots in all ancient cultures from the orient to India to the mid-East. Probably the greatest misconception about belly dancing is that it is intended to entertain men.
Throughout history, this ritualized expression has usually been performed for other women, generally during fertility rites or parties preparing a young woman for marriage. In most cases, the presence of men is not permitted.
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.
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You can't set up live sound in 15 minutes. That is a 3 hour job minimum to do concert quality sound
BlueStreak
Feb 2013
#87
oh, I see, she only acts like a prostitute on television, but that is not who she really is.
kwassa
Feb 2013
#115
I would hope that you would not allow a single performance at a single football game form the entire
AtheistCrusader
Feb 2013
#140
Hold on there...the poster made a specific statement about what he took issue with.
vaberella
Feb 2013
#80
How about Whitney Houston ? i don't remember her being about anything than the voice
JI7
Feb 2013
#68
Look, PAL; you aren't impressing anyone with your crudity. The Rude Pundit, you ain't.
WinkyDink
Feb 2013
#59
parents influence. we like to pretend they do not. but, this parent making these choices
seabeyond
Feb 2013
#76
I suppose she has a good voice but her material just doesn't do anything for me. n/t
Whisp
Feb 2013
#53
"Unbelievable talent"?! Her own SISTERS can sing better! And JLo can definitely
WinkyDink
Feb 2013
#55
I thought it sucked. Lots of shrieking and ass-shaking with not that much singing.
NYC Liberal
Feb 2013
#134