New Azphodel Track!
Mar. 6th, 2011 | 04:25 pm
location: Portland, OR
mood: 
artistic
music: World Fusion
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~Zane
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Music for Belly Dance
Jan. 20th, 2011 | 09:25 am
location: Portland, Oregon, USA
mood: artistic
music: World Fusion
posted by: zanelazos in bham_bellies
As a musician that often performs with or for belly dancers, I thought I'd post to the Bellingham community to see what people are listening to and what they prefer music-wise.
Of course there are a number of divergent styles of belly dance and quite a lot of different musical tastes out there. But I ask because though my current project Azphodel has focused on Tribal Fusion (somewhat), I aim to take that project in a different direction but will continue to delve deeper into the tribal fusion and world fusion dance movements with other projects.
Also, as a player of several traditional Near Eastern instruments (mainly Turkish yaylı tanbur and Turkish mey), a lot of my focus currently is on instrument technique and Turkish art and folk music. I also play a selection of Arabic, Bulgarian, Greek and other music other than Turkish. Any dancers out there that love the traditional (or a fresh new take on traditional) stuff that have input, please chime in!!
Thanks everyone,
~Zane Lazos
www.azphodel.com
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Azphodel Video featuring dance troupe - Apsara
Dec. 3rd, 2010 | 04:07 pm
posted by: zanelazos in bham_bellies
Please comment if you love it.
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Upcoming Blonde Ambition Performances
Jul. 23rd, 2009 | 07:43 pm
posted by: gute_fee in bham_bellies
Upcoming Performances
Date | Event Time | Event Description | Venue/Location | Cover |
Wednesday July 22, 2009 | Event runs 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. | Downtown Sounds concert series. Blonde Ambition will perform between Maggie’s Fury and Delhi 2 Dublin band sets (approximately 6:00). More information: www.downtownbellingham.com/downtownsound | Bay Street between Holly and Champion ( | None |
Friday July 24, 2009 | Event runs 8:00 p.m.- ? | Badd Dog Blues Society 2009 “Go Fetch” Tour. Blonde Ambition will perform during the band’s break (approximately 9:00). More information: | Pazzo Vivo (formerly Bella Luna) | None |
Wednesday August 5, 2009 | Event runs 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. | Downtown Sounds concert series. Blonde Ambition will perform a short (approx. 24 minutes) set between Monday Night Project and Dikki Du and the Zydeco Krewe band sets (approximately 6:00). More information: www.downtownbellingham.com/downtownsound | Bay Street between Holly and Champion ( | None |
Saturday August 8, 2009 | Event runs 9:00 p.m. - ? | Badd Dog Blues Society 2009 “Go Fetch” Tour. Blonde Ambition will perform during the band’s break (approximately 10:00). More information: | Wild | $5.00 |
Saturday October 3, 2009 | Event runs 9:00 p.m. - ? | Badd Dog Blues Society 2009 “Go Fetch” Tour. Blonde Ambition will perform during the band’s break (approximately 10:00). More information: | Just Moe’s Steak and Spirits | None |
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UNMATA shows and workshops July 25th and 26th - Seattle
Jul. 17th, 2009 | 05:47 pm
posted by: gute_fee in bham_bellies
UNMATA fUsiUN UNfUrNo 2009
July 25th & 26th - Seattle
Two Shows - Two Workshops
Sacramento's fusion dance artists, UNMATA, have officially set the world on fire. Led by cutting-edge choreographer and director, Amy Sigil, this group of inspiring women-turned-dancing-globe-trotters leave a trail of intoxicated fans wherever they tour. Witness UNMATA and the hottest of Seattle's ultra-modern fusion and fire dance entertainers at UNMATA fUsiUN UNfUrNo 2009.
( Details below the cut. )
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Ongoing Thursday Bellydance Classes at City Gym
Jul. 16th, 2009 | 01:03 am
posted by: gute_fee in bham_bellies
Nancy Sarna of Blonde Ambition teaches belly dancing weekly at City Gym. The class is open to all ages and skill levels, and will definitely make you sweat no matter what your fitness level.
When:
Every Thursday from 6:45 - 8:00 p.m. There is no beginning or end date; drop-ins welcome at any time.
Where:
Classes are held in the Bellingham City Gym
downstairs dance/aerobics area.Cost:
All classes are free with a City Gym membership (memberships run between $20-$29/month, depending on whether you have a corporate discount, student rate, etc.) or $4 for a drop-in class. Please note that as I have never paid for a drop-in class, my information may be outdated. Please contact City Gym for the most up-to-date rates.
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Blonde Ambition Performances 7/22 and 8/5 - Downtown Sounds Concerts
Jul. 16th, 2009 | 12:56 am
mood: 
excited
posted by: gute_fee in bham_bellies
The performances this year will be in a different location than prior years; they're blocking off Bay Street between Holly and Champion streets instead of using they alley behind Wild Buffalo. There is no cover. More information can be found here:
http://www.downtownbellingham.com/downto
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Tribal Fusion Variety Festival
Oct. 20th, 2008 | 09:28 am
mood: cheerful
posted by: kathouseman in bham_bellies
Nov 8th 2008
Two amazing workshops at La Vida Dance Studio.
929 - B North State Street Bellingham WA
Tribal Basics with Tayissa Blue of Seattle!!
1-3pm only $25
This class will focus on the aesthetic aspects of Tribal Fusion bellydance.
Warm ups, drills, pops and locks, and combinations.
One time only event not to be missed!!
Hip Hop Tribal Fusion with Raq Steady Eddie of Seattle!!!
3:15-4:15pm only $15
One hour of intense fusion dance by the most up and coming male Tribal dancer in the NW.
Dont miss out!
Take Both and get your Tribal Fix!!
TRIBAL FUSION VARIETY SHOW!!
after the workshops come the Jinx Art Space for an amazing evening of dance, art, food and music spun by DJ Abby Normal!!!
306 Flora St. Bellingham WA 98225
7-10pm with dancers throughout the evening.
only a $3 donation at the door!!!
Bellinghams own Dirty Bird Cabaret, and Katy
as well as some of the top tribal fusion dancers from seattle!!
Tayissa Blue, Raq Steady Eddie, Medea, Muna Rain, Kat and Karma, Mira, Kat and Jessica and members of Twilight Maqsuum
This is going to be a blast dont miss out!!!!!!!
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Upcoming Performances by Ruby
Aug. 15th, 2008 | 11:09 am
posted by: gute_fee in bham_bellies
August 15th--Return To
August 29th--
September 5th--
September 6th--
September 12th--Indian Flavors 7pm w/ Tara and Amira
September 13th--Blaine Studio "Intro to BD" workshop
September 20th--Greek Cuisena Portland 9pm?
September 27th--Indian Flavors 8pm with SEDONA!
October 3rd--Hot Shotz with House of Tarab 9pm
October 4th--
October 5th--
October 6th--Pyramid Lounge Featured Performer 8pm
October 10th--Indian Flavors 7pm
October 11th--Caspian Grill
October 18th--House of Tarab CD Release Show!!!
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Upcoming Bellydance Workshops
Aug. 15th, 2008 | 11:08 am
posted by: gute_fee in bham_bellies
September 13th 2008
"Introduction to Bellydance" workshop with RUBY
1-3pm Core Kinetics Pilates studio
$25 in advance/ $30 at the door
Never bellydanced before? Then this workshop is for you! In this fun two hour overview Ruby will explain a short history of bellydance and break down some of the most fundamental isolations and steps.
September 20th 2008
"Bellydance Floor Workshop" workshop with RUBY
1:00 - 3:00 at EUPHORIA STUDIOS
1235 SE Division
$25 pre-registered by September 5th, $30 at the door
Contact SEDONA 503-715-7219 bellydancersedona@hotmail.com
***Ruby will be performing at The Greek Cusina at 9:00pm***
***Greek Cusina -
September 27th 2008
"Drama Mama" workshop with SEDONA of Portland
4:30-6:30pm at CORE KINETICS
$25 pre-registered by September 12th, $30 at the door
Contact RUBY (360) 927-4015 ruby@DivineBelly.com
***Sedona will be performing at Indian Flavors at 8pm***
***Indian Flavors--
