The magic of bewitching movements, becoming, grace, languid bliss and passion, all this is an oriental dance that triumphantly conquered many European countries. It also happened because todaybellydance is available to almost all women who visit modern fitness clubs. At present, both housewives and business women understand that liberated plasticity, gait, posture, and finally, just a good mood in our life is the most important thing. And it is oriental dances that help to understand your body and feel feminine and desirable.
A bit of history
The birthplace of belly dance is ancient Egypt. According to legend, belly dance originated and was performed only in the temple of the goddess of love and fertility, Isis. Later, the dance began to be perceived not as a sacred ritual, but as a spectacle that delights the eye. According to historians, the local nobility presented Napoleon who conquered Egypt with four hundred dancers as a gift, who had to entertain French soldiers. Perhaps, then the tradition of giving Arabic dance as a gift was born.
Subsequently, belly dance incorporated elements of gypsy and Spanish dances, hand movements became more expressive, and the dance itself became more dynamic and complex. Rethinking the sacred meaning of the dance, its followers believed that the performance of movements brings happiness and good luck. There are several styles of belly dance: Egyptian, Lebanese, Turkish, but modern teachers prefer to combine different styles to make each lesson varied and accessible even for beginners.
Technology features
Belly dance includes three parts: taksim, actual dance and shaking. Taksim is the slow part of the dance. The dancer makes movements with her body, practically remaining in one place. The dance itself is performed to faster music, consists of many arabesques and waves. Shakes are small quick movements that create the effect of vibration of the abdomen or buttocks, although this is due to the movement of the knees. When performing shaking, a constant rhythm must be observed.
The peculiarities of teaching dance in a fitness club are that the principles of building connections and explaining movements are taken from aerobics, only the lesson is based on the technique of classical bellydance. The activity goes non-stop. People do not stop even for a second during an hour, not forgetting that dance is primarily an aerobic exercise. And in order not to get confused and enter the correct rhythm, links and explanations are built from simple to complex. Then even beginners do not feel like "strangers at this celebration of life", and they can repeat everything.
Of course, liberation in belly dancing is the most difficult thing. But, overcoming our “ossification”, gently working on ourselves without violence, with love for our own nature, dissolving in the mood of the dance, we are gradually changing internally as well. It all starts with accepting yourself and, first of all, the features of your figure and appearance. Namely, this conscious attitude is the basis of female charm and attractiveness.
About figure shaping
There is no need to be under any illusions here: doing only bellydance will not automatically lose weight and create a perfect figure. Yes, dancing is the most natural of the activities, but at the same time, it’s a fairly similar load. We cannot engage in dancing all the muscle groups necessary for a balanced, harmonious load on the entire body. For example, in oriental dance, the back of the thigh practically does not work, gluteal muscle, the triceps, that is, the back of the arm, are not loaded ... Therefore, if you want to have a harmonious figure, the muscles additionally need to be pumped up. In addition, being thin is completely optional: the body must be, the main thing is that muscles “play” during the dance, and not fat. But this is achieved by practice.
Padvantages
Mastering the basic dance moves is not that difficult. Their effect is guaranteed. Being engaged in oriental dances in the club, women claim that after each training they feel all the versatility of the load on the body. We list the most obvious advantages of such a load.
Effect:
After a month of classes, the condition of the spine improves significantly; women “straighten up”, open up, stop slouching.
Cause:
During classes, not only willy-nilly, you have to keep your posture, but also make smooth bends and “waves”, which has a beneficial effect on the spine. In addition, the flexibility of the joints is noticeably developing, and this is the key to youth.
Effect:
Classes in belly dancing have a beneficial effect on the complexion.
Cause:
The point here is to improve the functioning of the intestines, which functions after classes are much more productive than without them.
Effect:
Belly dance awakens femininity, renders positive influence for reproductive function. Many people say that belly dancing helps them cope with ovarian dysfunction.
Cause:
In the process of dancing, blood circulation increases, and especially in the pelvic organs. Slags leave the body, and, as a result, inflammation of the appendages disappears. 6-12 months of belly dancing classes relieve menstrual cramps, due to which many women have to sit on pills. Also, belly dancing is exercise stress on those muscle groups that are not involved in our Everyday life, but necessary for a woman for her main function given to her by nature - bearing and giving birth to a healthy child.
And of course, let's not forget about self-awareness, the joy that the dance itself brings. Performed to pleasant oriental music, it requires even rhythmic breathing, which allows you to reduce stress levels, because rhythmic breathing affects the pleasure centers and releases mood-enhancing endorphins. And of course, through dance you can learn to express your sensuality. After all, it is not for nothing that professional dancers say that the main thing in belly dancing is not strict adherence to the canons, but improvisation, emotions and mood.
Dance was born along with the world, while other arts are already inventions of mankind. Initially, the dance was a complex consisting of facial expressions, gestures, movements of the body and legs. Mimicry - the first language of mankind, was inextricably linked with the art of dance. Moreover, all the movements of nature, man in ancient times were called dances. Dance is both a way of honoring Nature and a way of benevolent influence on Nature.
Dance can do a lot:
➢ be a way of communication;
➢ be a way of self-expression, allowing dancers and spectators to experience the pure joy of movement;
➢ embody the full spectrum human feelings;
➢ telling stories;
➢ strengthen, discipline, renew and nourish the integrity of the individual;
➢ in some cultures - to heal, save the soul, give earthly incarnation to the gods;
➢ save and modify cultural traditions;
➢ change the condition, alleviate depression; bring a sense of competence and power;
➢ help to become different (and for a while - completely different);
➢ to help you understand other cultures and, through this, to better understand your own culture.
Arabic dance appeared in the civilization of Hittida, in Tibet, about 11 thousand years ago, at the end of this civilization. Hittida was a warlike civilization, and at first these dances were part of the male warrior dances. In this - male and military - form, these dances came to Pacifida, where they were picked up by women. They radically changed the pattern of movements, made the dance bewitching and bewitching men. In this form, in fact, he appeared in Japan in the fifth millennium BC. e.
Soon, in a somewhat simplified form, the dance began its journey around the world.
(about 4.5 thousand years BC). It has passed Vietnam, Korea, China, Turkey, Arabia, Africa, South America and came to the ancient Slavs (3.5 thousand years BC).
Proto-Slovens changed the nature of the dance. The great priests and teachers of the Slavs worked with this. They perfectly understood all the strong and weak sides coming dance. The priests changed the nature of the movements and the whole dance: from a dance - a temptation, a tempter, he turned into a dance for a beloved man. From the Kshatriya it became the dance of the Vaishyas. This dance was taught to many Slavic girls aged 15 - 17 years. This went on for about 1,000 years.
About 2.3 thousand years BC. e. the Arabic dance, refined by the priests, became ritual for the first time. It is performed only in evening time(18-20 hours), outdoors or indoors, and is danced by the wife for her husband on the day of their wedding anniversary. The sacred side of this dance: “Dear! We lived together for another year. But I am just as beautiful and desirable!
Approximately 300 years before the advent of Christianity, the Slavic (ritual) version of this dance began its journey back to Asia (they were brought there by Slavic girls when the Slavic tribes migrated to the south), in this form Turkey and the inhabitants of the Arabian Peninsula recognized it. They were able to keep it unchanged for almost 400 years, but then some dancers began to perform it for money. So the ritual version of the dance began to lose its esoteric meaning, will be fulfilled by everyone with or without reason, and over the next 350 years it became known in all countries of the East, including India, Ceylon, Japan, Afghanistan, as well as in Africa (Egypt, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Botswana, Nigeria), Europe ( Spain, Italy), in the Far Eastern lands. The dance became "Vaishya" for everyone, but lost its ritual meaning. In the 7th century n. e. the name “Arabic” took root almost everywhere behind the dance, and all good dancers came to Arab countries to improve their professionalism.
Starting from the 12th century. n. e. and to this day, Arabic dance has existed almost unchanged.
At first, the dance was performed only in temples, but over time it was allowed into palaces.
The Avalim were dancers of a completely different level. Alma was called a dancer who received a special dance and musical education They knew how to play various musical instruments.
At that time, it was considered unacceptable to use the words “female thighs” and “belly” in polite society, since other things could come to mind. And the dancers of that time dressed in a completely different way than they do now. As a rule, they performed in long dresses, the hips were emphasized by a scarf.
The change in the dance image began much later, with Hollywood. Arabic dance costumes, like everything related to Hollywood, have received a touch of glamour. It is in the old Hollywood films for the first time, dancers appeared with an open stomach, an embroidered bodice and a belt at the waist.
Egyptian dancers partially copied this image by lowering the belt from the waist to the hips below the navel. All this made it possible to see the movements of the dance much better. In the 20s. In the 20th century, Egypt followed America, began to make films in which dancers also participated. Thus, this was the beginning of the choreography in the Middle East. Before that, the whole dance was improvisation from beginning to end.
3. STYLES AND TYPES OF ORIENTAL DANCE
Today, about 50 main types of Arabic dance are known. There are 9 major schools: Turkish, Egyptian, Lebanese, Pakistani, Botswana, Thai, Bhutanese, Aden and Jordanian, as well as many smaller ones.
EGYPTIAN STYLE
Each Egyptian star had its own style, but, nevertheless, one can single out something in common and try to characterize such a thing as "Egyptian style". Fast, intricate music (usually the dancers had their own orchestras of several drummers). Use of sagats, clear hand placement and accents, relaxed, confident dance, lots of hip movement, walking, lots of interaction with the audience, frequent costume changes.
Due to the long civil war in Lebanon (for 20 years), Cairo was the only place in the East, where there were many nightclubs in which dancers constantly performed. That is why Egyptian dance is so popular.
TURKISH STYLE
Turkish style consists of free, fast movements, energetic music. This style brought sexuality to the dance. Turkish music belly dance is characterized by the sounds of oboe, clarinet, oud, cymbals and drums. Turkish costumes are very revealing. They are usually beaded, but coins may also be used. Dancers of this style often play cymbals. Turkish dance is often a dance on the floor, in the stalls. Floor work also takes place in the Egyptian style. The dancer shows her flexibility: she falls, sits on the splits, makes bridges.
The Turkish dancer in her program works a lot with the public and clients, allowing the audience to touch her costume.
LEBANE STYLE
This style is more undulating, graceful arms, straight body position, sharp work of the hips, often more slow music than in modern Cairo. More energy, less coquetry. Dancers are more likely to wear high heels than the Egyptians (the same in Jordan and Syria). Local dancers display a shy attitude, like "I don't understand how my body does this at all."
MODERN EGYPTIAN STYLE
This is a modern Egyptian style nightclub with belly dancing. Accompanied by European orchestral music played in fashionable Cairo nightclubs to cater to Western tastes. New, modern Egyptian music was cultivated by two of the most famous Egyptian composers in the period from the 30s to the 70s. 20th century Mohammed AbdelWahab and Farid Al Atrash.
The costumes are usually very shiny and elaborately decorated.
Today, Modern Egyptian belly dance mixes both recorded music and live vocals.
HAREM DANCE
The term evokes the Hollywood description of the exotic concubine dancers in the sultan's harem. It reflects the Western perception of the secret of the harem and is associated with erotic stereotypes.
DANCE - SHAKING
This is the dance that characteristic movements are twisting and shaking of the hips and shoulders. The term was popularized after the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago along with the legend of Little Egypt. The term was used for dancing at carnivals or strip clubs, often by women wearing provocative lingerie. The shake was a dance movement used by the Haitian and African American community in the 1880s. or earlier (and later updated by Gilda Gray).
CABARET STYLE
In the US, the term "cabaret" meant an ethnic family restaurant or bar supported by a large and colorful ethnic clientele. Clients, both men and women, between the performances of the bellydance stars danced folklore: Lebanese dub, mizerloo, Greek sirtaki or zorbeko.
Today, belly dancers usually perform on an elevated stage so that the audience can see them better, and often to live musical accompaniment. Musical instruments: oud, bazooki, keyboard, drums, violin, and vocal. The costumes of the dancers are luxurious and sparkling, with beads and sequins.
FOLKLORIC BELY DANCE
This style includes folk dance moves. Popular ethnic folklore such as Fallahin (Egyptian farmers) and others are used as the basis for the folklore roots of oriental dance, from which belly dance originated. Dancers can perform it with canes and reeds.
GOTHIC BELY DANCE
Gothic belly dance is characterized by costumes made of dark fabrics, black vinyl and leather, with silver studs, piercings, pale skin, bright eyeshadow, and vampire-like looks. Music - techno, trance or ethnic.
GODDESS BELLY DANCE
Some women view bellydance as a temple dance of priestesses, a dance from matriarchal cultures such as Sumer in Iraq and Anatolia in Turkey, and even as a dance of the most basic fertility rituals. goddess Belly Dance can use symbols ancient mythology and religion as powerful materials for dance. Some dancers feel the typical elements in the dance, their mental and spiritual interactions.
3. Dance in my life
Although I am only 9 years old, I have already decided to connect my life with choreography. To become a good professional, you need to know the history, character and traditions of dance. I love it!
Dancing has become part of my life. They give me health, self-confidence, and also inspire, improve mood. Dancing is a stimulus for learning and active life at the Lyceum. I am proud that I have the opportunity to prove myself in dancing and show my skills to others.
Conclusion
Modern dance has absorbed a lot from the outside world, from different philosophies, training programs. He is under the influence of life around us, absorbing everything that is around him. Release technique that is part of contemporary dance, also takes a lot of our knowledge of the body, being part of the training. This is the time of searching, moving forward, without stopping.
Of great importance is the creation of a specific atmosphere of combining music with movements. Scientists have long noticed that dancers often experience a state close to euphoria. Through movements, you can learn to use the hidden capabilities of the body, open access to the powerful energy of creativity, learn how to awaken and realize it.
Dance has a great influence on the formation internal culture human: it helps to uncover artistic ability people, satisfies the development of their aesthetic needs.
As can be seen from all of the above, the art of dance exists for unity, the merging of various principles. The road to the light is freed, the hidden space of the soul is brought to view. The visible, audible, tangible result depends on who is skipped during unity, and who skips it.
Dance is an integral part human life. An opportunity to show your talents, show your individuality, and in addition to strengthen your health, make movements more plastic, flexible. From the young age the person begins to react to the music. The child claps his hands or stomps in place when he hears an incendiary melody. This suggests that every person has a predisposition to dancing. But how this talent will develop and how it will manifest itself in the end is another matter.
They do not depend on fashion trends
There is a huge variety dance directions. As the fashion for clothes changes, so does the fashion for dances, but there are those that have existed for several centuries and do not become less popular because of this. These can be called ballroom, folk and For children, they are much more important than just performing a certain set of movements, which are pleasant to watch from the side.
Undoubted advantages
Modern parents claim that oriental dances for children are an opportunity to form a figure, correct form spine, develop strength, agility, endurance, and strengthen character. Specific movements are especially useful for girls: they will not only learn how to feel musical rhythm but also reveal their natural femininity. Thin waist fans of this direction of dancing are provided.
Choice of parents and children
More recently, this direction was new for the inhabitants of our country, but today, answering the question of which direction of dance you would choose for yourself or your child, an increasing number of votes are given for oriental dances. For children, this is an opportunity to have fun, make new friends, put on incredible Nice dress for a performance, for parents - confidence in the good health of their child, the opportunity to strengthen the strength of his character, make him more confident, and, of course, an additional reason for pride.
Culture of the whole country
in the countries of the Middle East and North Africa women's dances- this is a whole direction of the culture of the people. The science of how to dance oriental dances for children began from the very early age. Except cultural heritage This had another equally important significance. In these countries, the main and sometimes the only purpose of a woman is the birth and upbringing of children. For motherhood plays big role how the muscles of the small pelvis and the press are developed. Oriental dances are primarily aimed at training these areas. For the children of our country, the question of motherhood is not raised from such an early age, but strengthening general condition health, which can be achieved as a result of regular studies, will not interfere with any child.
Great option for psychotherapy
We all know about the existence of the so-called transition periods in personality development. Associated with awareness of oneself as an individual, with a change in the environment ( Kindergarten- school), understanding of many things that come with age, in the psyche of the child there are very important processes. And it is on how they pass that it depends on what place a person will take in the future in society, what results he will achieve in life, how he will be - brave and self-confident or constrained, squeezed by the quiet. Oriental dances for children are, first of all, an opportunity to make the periods of growing up smoother, to avoid conflicts in adolescence, understand the girl the advantages of her body, learn not to be shy about it. Having given their child to such classes, parents will be able to see how, right before their eyes, from a small fledgling and sometimes fluffy chick grows lovely swan, with a proud posture and knowing his own worth.
Dream for a little princess
Costumes for oriental dances attract special attention. For children, wearing such a dress is just a dream. Expensive silks, flowing lines, stones, rhinestones, sparkles - isn't this the dream of a little princess of the East?
Oriental dance lessons for children include basic elements, however, even simple productions performed young talents lead to delight. It is known that what younger child, the more plastic his body is, therefore, it is advised to send children to classes as early as possible. But oriental dances for children are unique in this matter. At whatever age the training begins, the result will still be amazing. Perhaps this explains the popularity of the chosen dance direction.
If only parents dream of enrolling a child in a circle, and the child is categorically against it, try a little trick. Read the tales of the East together, watch cartoons that correspond to the theme. It is likely that the girl will be interested in how to dance oriental dances. For children, and for adults too, it is very important to believe in a fairy tale, and such dances allow not only to believe in it, but also to completely immerse yourself.
Belly dance is one of the most ancient and mysterious types. dance art. Its history is shrouded in mysteries and mysteries. Eastern culture has always attracted with its beauty and special charm.
Now there are many legends associated with the history of the origin of belly dance and its performers. Everyone can imagine a flexible beauty moving harmoniously to rhythmic music. However, few people can confidently answer the question “where did belly dance come from?” and whether we understand it correctly.
VERSIONS OF THE ORIGIN OF BELLY DANCE. HISTORICAL ROOTS.
There is an interesting legend that describes the appearance of belly dancing as an accident. Allegedly, once a bee flew under the developing clothes of a street dancer. The insect was bewildered by the beautiful aroma of oils emanating from the girl. The dancer, without interrupting her performance, tried to get rid of the annoying bee, wriggling during the dance. The girl did this very gracefully and plastically, so casual viewers took it for special kind dancing and got really excited. The smart girl, noticing the success and attention, continued to move in a new unprecedented way, demonstrating beautiful lines body and hands. Many liked this dance and began to spread.Of course, this is just a legend. The history of the emergence of belly dancing lasted much longer than the performance of one beautiful girl. The roots of oriental dance go deep into history, and even now it is impossible to pinpoint the exact birthplace of belly dance.
It is generally accepted that the basis of belly dance was the ancient ritual dances who carried sacred meaning. They praised the feminine, goddesses of fertility and women in general. The belly dance symbolized what in the society of that time was considered the divine destiny of every woman: the process of conceiving a child, bearing a fetus, and giving birth itself. However, gradually the dance began to lose its sacred meaning and acquired a more secular direction.
If we talk about the place where belly dance originated, then many researchers tend to ancient egypt. However, it is worth noting that many nations have contributed to the creation of this type of dance. So, the initially varied and rich Egyptian dance was supplemented by dancers from India. They were flexible and refined bayadères, with excellent choreographic preparation. Their hand movements were unique and had a special meaning. Also influenced by the close neighbors of the Egyptians: Persians, Syrians, Palestinians and some African countries. The nomadic gypsies also contributed. For centuries, their own folklore dances were combined with Indian, Arabic, Jewish and Spanish traditions. In Greece, dance expressed emotions more vigorously, vividly and sharply. In Turkey, in parallel with the growth of the territory, more and more folk dances appeared, which gradually mixed with each other. Thanks to this, a wide variety of movements arose, new unusual rhythms and forms.
DISTRIBUTION AND POPULARIZATION OF BELY DANCE. INCORRECT NAME.
Egypt was discovered for Europe by Napoleon. Sophisticated Europeans became interested in a new unknown culture. Interest was fueled by writers and artists who were the first to visit the mysterious country, who were in a hurry to describe the beauties of the east in all colors, including native beauty dancers. The first travelers did not lag behind, talking about Eastern culture, as about something magical, exotic and erotic. Therefore, the interest was high, and they were able to successfully use it.
Already in 1889, Paris saw the so-called "oriental dance" for the first time. A few years later, one of the impresario of such shows decided to attract as many audiences as possible, using a frank and provocative title by the standards of that time on posters - "Danse Du Ventre" ("belly dance"). The expected effect has been achieved. Many were willing to pay any money to see half-naked exotic dancers. The idea and style of dance immediately fell in love with Hollywood. This had a strong influence on the further spread of "belly dancing". The popularity of the show with the participation of oriental dancers grew, and the name tightly "grown" to the very style of their dance.
Later, they tried to interpret this name in different ways, again giving the dance deep meaning. For example, some adhere to the version that belly dancing means “the dance of life” (the belly was called life several centuries ago). And life is associated precisely with a woman, mother earth and fertility.
Also "bellydance" could just be a misinterpretation of the term "baladi". It meant "homeland" in the broadest sense of the word. It was an Egyptian folklore dance style that was danced in the villages on various occasions, most often in the home, in the circle of relatives.
On the this moment there are more than 50 styles of oriental dance. Each of them, to varying degrees, is saturated with elements inherent in one or another folk dance, which many centuries ago formed the basis of "belly dance".
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Belly dance - what is imagined as soon as we hear these words? Oriental tales, Persian carpets, a magical atmosphere, and... a beautiful woman, skillfully moving her hips to the beat of the music, with a mysterious look in an indescribably beautiful outfit.
Today there are a huge number dance schools and directions, belly dance cannot be confused with any other dance. It has its own history, which has come down to us from time immemorial, philosophy and meaning.
Distribution of oriental dance in Europe and America
The dancer's clothes traditionally consisted of a long dress and a scarf tied around the hips. It was indecent to pronounce words such as "belly" or "female thighs", not to mention the frank demonstration of any parts of the body.
At the end of the 19th century, the belly dance was called the dance of Salome. He gained popularity in Europe thanks to Mata Harri, who became frankly naked during the dance, calling herself a master of oriental dance, although in fact it was more of a striptease.
"East Dance"Mata Harri was more like a striptease
Hollywood had a great influence on the popularization of dance. for the first time in films, women with an open stomach appeared. Thanks to such revealing costumes, the dancers who starred in Hollywood films could better demonstrate the dance. Their example was followed by oriental beauties, lowering the belt lower on the hips. For the first time in the dance, attention was paid to choreography and staging, until that time it had always been improvisation from beginning to end.
Since that time, the theme of the East has been widely used in cabarets and bars, exposing the body of the dancer as much as possible.
The famous dancer Samia Gamal, on the advice of her choreographer, first began to use the veil in the dance. Then they began to bring into the dance either swords or snakes, but traditional dance still remains the most popular.
Dance styles of the East
There are several styles of oriental dances:
"Egyptian" style is characterized by a large number sudden movements hips, a clear position of hands, an abundance of drums, vigor. There is no place for coquetry here, rather, with all her appearance, the dancer says that she herself does not know how her body makes such movements.
"Persian" style or Arabic dance, it is graceful, feminine and delicate, there is no place for sexuality and provocation.
“Greek”, as the Greeks call the dance that came to their land from the Turks. It has many transitions from fast to slow, elements of rumba are used, veil is often used. She took root in this type of dance for the reason that the Greek dancers did not have enough knowledge of the technique of oriental dances, so they were forced to diversify their art with an additional subject.
Types of oriental dance
A dance with a scarf (scarf) is one of the most spectacular types of dance, it creates additional mystery when a girl under a scarf first hides one of the parts of her body from the audience, then exposes it. The girl should feel the scarf as part of her body. Most often, the scarf is used at the beginning of the dance for one or two minutes, and then it is thrown aside.
The dance with cymbals (sagats) is an old musical instrument in the form of two pairs of wooden or metal plates, similar to Spanish castanets. The dancer not only performs the dance, but also manages to accompany herself, complementing the music.
Saber dance - an interesting combination of femininity and fragility with melee weapons. Dancers can fix sabers and knives either on the stomach, or on the hips, or on the head.
Philosophy of oriental dance
Belly dance is the dance of life, associated with a mother woman. It is associated with the cult of the Goddess of Fertility. In the views of the ancients, the sky was associated with a man, and the earth with a woman, as a result of their merger, all living things appeared. Ritual actions praising the gods were often accompanied by dances to music.
Belly dance is a symbol of conception, bearing and birth of a child, which is why there are erotic elements in its content. With development ancient world, the dance was transformed and gradually began to carry another function - entertaining and became a common thing in everyday life.
By the way, some Bedouin tribes still have an oriental dance in its original sense. During childbirth, a woman is placed in a large tent, where a crowd of women dances around her, thus meeting the baby with happiness and joy. And in In Arab countries, it is still customary to invite dancers to the wedding, thus wishing the newlyweds a happy family life.
The perception of the dance as a whole by the viewer depends on the dancer. Sometimes there is a "bust" when she turns a dance with a deep philosophy and culture into a striptease. It shouldn't be like this, because belly dance is a dance of the soul and the feminine. inner world, complex and subtle. The goal of the dancer is a hymn to the feminine principle, motherhood. In most cases, this dance is performed not by girls with "cubes" on their stomachs and bulging muscles in their arms, but by women "in the body." This is how dancers declare the need for love for their body, about false shame for a protruding tummy, which must be replaced with a feeling of gratitude and awe for the place where a new life is born.
Philosophy of dance in the technique of movements
It is believed that the main point is the navel zone, it is around it that all other movements are “played out”. It is the energy and spiritual center of the woman's body, since it is there that the internal female genital organs are located. The navel area must be motionless, regardless of which part of the body is in motion - this is the main condition for the dance.
With the help of dance, the dancer can distribute energy throughout her body and control the energy of the audience. Wave-like movements awaken the energy inside the woman, preparing her for the next use. With the help of circular movements, energy is concentrated in a certain area, “hitting” with the hips directs the energy flow to the audience. "Shaking" distributes energy evenly to all spectators.
Music for oriental dances
The music in the dance should not be in the first place, the charming woman and her dance should be in the first place. Every nation has its own folklore music. Professional dancers often complement the music themselves by ringing their bells on their costumes. Music serves in this case only as a background for creating rhythm and is used in a minimal amount.
Most often, traditional fast melodic music is used for dancing. folk music With fast start and sharp transitions.
After the dance began to gain popularity in Western countries, a new direction arose - Sharki. It is a mix of Eastern music.
At contemporary dancers in the arsenal big choice music to use: both folk music and ethnic music in processing, and modern pop music in oriental style. The main thing is that there should be a bright beginning, a relatively calm middle, sharp transitions and a colorful end.
The ideal woman - the impact of oriental dance on health
Women who begin to practice belly dancing on a regular basis notice that it makes their figure more toned, slim and feminine. Moreover, it is believed that this dance revives and brightens the presence of the feminine - elegance, graceful movements, cheerfulness, gait, eyes glowing with happiness - all this distinguishes a woman from the rest.
Even ancient records contain a lot of advice that a dancer should be able to control the internal and external energies of her body, let go of all her fears and worries. It is important to disconnect from problems and relax so that the body moves freely and naturally.
The positive effect of dance on the body is unequivocal: it affects not only the appearance of a woman, but also the internal organs, and her energy balance.
- Oriental dance, thanks to a huge variety of movements, makes the stomach both elastic and flexible.
- Arms and legs become stronger, which are almost constantly in motion. Thanks to the active movements of the hips and shoulders, the cardiovascular system is also strengthened.
- Correct posture is formed due to constant training of the back muscles
- If you dance correctly, you can get rid of joint pain
- in the east great importance is given to meditation, which brings peace to a person and positively affects his nervous system. Oriental dance can have the same effect. Relaxation occurs during the dance, new vitality and energy
- Since ancient times, dance has been a must for every student. oriental woman. It is believed that due to the massage of the internal organs, he helped not only in carrying a child, but also in childbirth. It was noticed that women suffering from pain during the menstrual cycle spoke about a decrease in pain symptoms.
- Many women stated that they family life became stronger due to the diversity in intimate life
Belly dancing has a positive effect on both the appearance of a woman and her internal organs.
Contraindications to oriental dances
Of course, you should not consider oriental dance as a cure for all diseases, it would still be better to consult a doctor before running for an oriental costume, because not every dance teacher can track outward signs the health of your student. Of course, this kind of active dance has its contraindications.
- Flat feet, as the balls of the toes are involved
- Problematic spine
- Ovarian diseases
- Hypertension
- Liver disease
- Severe pain during menstruation
- Tuberculosis
- Pregnancy
Belly dancing - a way of self-expression and health benefits
