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2024 - CATHY BELLYDANCE | Experience life through dance | Oriental Dancer | Dance Artist | Dance Creator | Cathy Hsieh | Taiwan

Gratitude and Growth: Reflecting on a Year of Bellydance in 2024

As we step into the new year, I find myself reflecting on the journey we’ve shared in 2024. It has been a year full of inspiration, challenges, and growth, both as an artist and as a part of this vibrant bellydance community. It’s incredible to think back on everything we’ve accomplished together, and I wanted to take a moment to express my deep...

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December 29, 2024

Turning Lemons Into Lemonade: A Dance Journey with Lemon Tree

Life can be unpredictable, full of unexpected challenges that often feel like a never-ending stream of sour lemons. From personal struggles to societal issues, we all face moments when it seems like everything is going wrong. But how we respond to those challenges defines our resilience and our ability to transform adversity into something positive. One of the most creative and empowering ways...

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December 22, 2024

Belly Dance: A Festive Fusion of Rhythms and Movement with Jingle Bell Rock

Belly dance is a powerful, expressive art form that has evolved over centuries, blending various regional styles and influences. When paired with a fun, upbeat holiday classic like "Jingle Bell Rock," it becomes something even more magical. The fusion of traditional Middle Eastern dance and the merry, toe-tapping melody of this iconic Christmas tune creates a fresh and energetic performance perfect for the...

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December 15, 2024

Exploring the Magic of Belly Dancing with Zahra by Memaar Al Morshedy

Belly dance, with its mesmerizing movements and rich cultural heritage, has long been a way for performers to tell stories, express emotions, and connect with audiences on a deep, visceral level. The art form is rooted in the beauty of musicality, grace, and athleticism, each movement flowing from the rhythms and melodies that accompany it. Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to record...

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December 08, 2024

Dancing to the Beat of Ya Banat: A Belly Dance Celebration of Rhythm, Movement, and Expression

Nancy Ajram’s Ya Banat is more than just a catchy Arabic pop song—it’s an invitation to move, celebrate, and express oneself through dance. For belly dancers, the lively rhythms and infectious melodies of Ya Banat offer the perfect backdrop for showcasing the sensuality, grace, and power that define this ancient art form. In this article, we will explore how belly dance and Ya...

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December 01, 2024

The Power of Practice: How Dragon Raks Perfected My Belly Dance Performance

Belly dance is an art form that goes beyond physical movement. It’s about connection—connection to the music, to your body, and to the audience. It’s a dance of expression, and the joy of performing lies in sharing that expression with others. As a belly dancer, I’ve always believed that no performance is ever truly “perfect,” but rather a reflection of my growth and...

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November 24, 2024

The Endless Journey: Embracing Growth as a Professional Belly Dancer

Belly dancing is an art form that has captivated audiences for centuries, blending rhythm, grace, and cultural expression into a powerful and beautiful performance. For a professional belly dancer, the journey does not end with mastering the basics or even perfecting advanced techniques. In fact, the true path of a professional dancer is one of continuous learning, personal growth, and self-discovery. Even after...

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November 17, 2024

Challenge and Inspiration: The Heartbeat of Belly Dance

Belly dance, a centuries-old art form, is celebrated for its intricate movements, sensual grace, and rich cultural heritage. Whether it’s performed in a cabaret setting or in the intimate space of a dance studio, belly dance transcends mere movement. It tells stories, expresses emotions, and connects the dancer to the timeless rhythm of the body. However, as with any art form, the journey...

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November 10, 2024

Beyond Sensuality: The Empowerment of Belly Dancing

Belly dancing is an art form that beautifully intertwines culture, expression, and sensuality. The song “ALIBI” by Sevdaliza captures the essence of this dance, weaving together themes of empowerment and the complexity of perception. When it comes to belly dancing, one of the prevalent issues dancers face is the way their art is often sexualized. This phenomenon raises important questions about the intersection...

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November 03, 2024

The Journey of a Dancer: Embracing Fusion

In a vibrant city where cultures collided, a passionate belly dancer named Zara found herself standing at a crossroads. With her hips swaying to the rhythm of traditional Middle Eastern melodies, she had captivated audiences with her grace and storytelling. Yet, an insatiable curiosity bubbled within her—could she blend her beloved art with other dance forms to create something new and beautiful? One...

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October 27, 2024