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Maya Youssef: Decoding the Mystery of Maqam, Taqsim & Tarab
Season 8 Episode 321
Maya Youssef is a multi-award-winning composer and qanun virtuoso, acclaimed by the BBC as the "Queen of the Qanun." Recognized as the world’s leading mentor in Maqam and Taqsim, she has spent over a…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Ojasvi Verma: How Slow-Pace Practice Led to Rapid Success
Season 8 Episode 320
Ojasvi Verma is an accomplished Indian dancer, content creator, and entrepreneur whose journey began on YouTube in 2016, growing to an audience of over 800K subscribers and nearly 1 million Instagram…
Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Raïssa Leï: Repairing the Colonial Impact on the Amazigh Culture
Season 8 Episode 319
Raïssa Leï is a multifaceted individual celebrated for her creative and cultural contributions. She is an advocate for the warrior spirit of Amazigh women, reflecting her dedication to preserving and…
Published on 5 months ago
Mar: Creating Healthier Environment For Students to Thrive
Season 8 Episode 318
Mar is an Egyptian American woman and source dancer based in Los Angeles who founded Move And Radiate Inc. (M.A.R.). She created M.A.R. to provide a safe and non-judgmental space that steers away fro…
Published on 5 months, 1 week ago
Ansuya: Exploring Sensuality, Sexuality, and Stress Healing Through Dance
Season 8 Episode 317
Ansuya is an award-winning belly dancer, instructor, and pioneer in online belly dance education. Raised in the artistic world of American Cabaret Bellydance by her mother, Jenaeni Rathor, Ansuya beg…
Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago
Aliah: Shaping Your Career for Success
Season 8 Episode 316
Aliah is a renowned professional belly dance artist, international teacher, and judge. With a career spanning over a decade, Aliah has performed and taught in numerous countries including China, Swit…
Published on 6 months ago
Marlene Tafle: Trust Yourself & Take the Leap
Season 8 Episode 315
Marlene Tafle is an Argentine dancer specializing in Raqs Sharqi, with a profound passion for Egyptian culture. She began her dance journey at the age of 13 and earned her teaching degree from the Ma…
Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Vanessa of Cairo: Stop Limiting Yourself And Get Uncomfortable
Season 8 Episode 314
Vanessa of Cairo is an international performer, award-winning choreographer, and instructor specializing in Egyptian dance and folklore. A native Texan with a BFA in ballet, she honed her craft in Ne…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
Veronika Shulkevich: Dance Life in Ukraine, Clothing Brands & Tips for Improvisation, Musicality and Getting Ready for Stage
Season 8 Episode 313
Veronika Shulkevich is a renowned Ukrainian belly dancer, choreographer, and educator from Odessa, celebrated for her contributions to oriental dance. Beginning her dance journey at a young age, she …
Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Acia Legras: Growing Up in an Artistic Family
Season 8 Episode 312
Acia Legras comes from a family deeply rooted in the arts, having started her artistic career at a young age with the Folkloric Troupe of Réunion, which was directed by her family. This involvement a…
Published on 8 months ago