Magic: Fantasy Bellydance
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Actor: Ariellah, Autumn Ward, Isidora BushkovskiDirector: Magic: Fantasy Bellydance
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 125 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2008-03-25
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: StratoStream - World Dance New York
Movie Reviews of Magic: Fantasy Bellydance
Movie Review: Strong, Powerful Dances in Vol. 3 of "Fantasy" Set
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the final DVD of a set of 3, and each disc has 3 solos taught by 3 expert dancers. The DVDs have a variety of styles and are a treasure for intermediate-advanced students; they will get a lot out of the instruction, and definitely have something to inspire them to go forward in their studies. It's great that there is the option for just viewing the performances too, to see the level of artistry all 3 dancers have, within their very unique styles and techniques. The 3 dances are first demonstrated, and then broken down in sections, making it easy to learn the choreography, as well as the stylistic nuances required for each piece. The 3 pieces in this DVD require strength, agility and power, as well as a sword for "Warrior Princess"!
1: "Enchantress" is danced and taught by Autumn Ward, and in the performance she uses cymbals, so if you are adept at using them, this is your chance to learn a fascinating dance to go along with your cymbals, as it adds a lot to the choreography. This dance has powerful torso movements, almost reminding me of the afro-jazz I danced many years ago. Be prepared for a workout! And Autumn explains every movement with crisp and clear language so you won't miss a single step. Autumn is very versatile and is known for her "Cabaret Fusion Style." Music used is "Garden Play" by Earthbeat.
2: "Warrior Princess" is Isidora Bushkovski's fabulous sword dance, and her skill is amazing. Isidora calls the sword dance "Powerful...elegant...beautiful...fierce." It is all those things and looks a little dangerous too! I have never worked with a sword, and will probably just settle for watching this fabulous dance (Isidora gives a lot of tips on handling the sword safely). It is the most riveting piece on the DVD, and Isidora looks like a superb athlete as well as a graceful dancer in it. Isidora calls her style "Tejedora" (Weaver) because of the many dance traditions she incorporates in her work. Music used is "Circle" by Solace.
3: "Kali" with Ariellah. I'm a big Ariellah fan, and her "Kali" lives up to her reputation. Her minute and precise isolations give the impression of a current running through her arms and torso, combined with a liquid grace. Every student can learn a lot from Ariellah. From the Royal Academy of Dance in London to being a founding member of "Indigo," Ariellah is known worldwide for her artistry as a dancer and her teaching skills. Music used is "Filli Neidhardi" by Corvus Corax.
Total running time for this very well produced DVD is 150 minutes.
Summary of Magic: Fantasy Bellydance
The Fantasy Bellydance instructional series consists of 3 DVDs: Each program teaches 3 dances by 3 instructors. Dance styles presented range from Classic Bellydance to Fusion, Tribal, and Gothic. The instructional level of all three DVDs is intermediate-advanced.Each choreography conjures up an evocative archetypal image, and emphasizes story-telling through dance. In addition to a full breakdown of every choreography, each segment includes a demonstration of each dance, as well as a full theater performance in costume.
Additional features enrich each instructor's section, such as tips on props use (hand veils, sword, Isis wings), conditioning for dance, expression and projection, developing meaningful dance, creating sacred space for dance, the value of dance as a personal ritual, and more.)
Instruction includes step-by-step breakdown of each dance and practice with music (or music and vocal prompts) for each combination.
1. FANTASY BELLYDANCE: MYSTERY - Transformation, secret realms, illusive mystery with a dark edge.
Dance 1: Serpent (Neon)
Dance 2: Shadow - Tribal Fusion (Sera)
Dance 3: Phoenix (Wings of Isis) (Ayshe )
2. FANTASY BELLYDANCE: DESIRE - Sensuality, passion, enticement, goddess.
Dance 1: Nymph (Blanca)
Dance 2: Salome - Tribal Fusion (Naraya)
Dance 3: Temple Priestess - Tribal Fusion (Darshan)
3. FANTASY BELLYDANCE: MAGIC - Regal presence, secret knowledge, powerful spell.
Dance 1: Enchantress - (Autumn Ward)
Dance 2: Warrior Princess (sword) - (Isidora Bushkovski )
Dance 3: Kali /Creator-Destroyer- Tribal Fusion / Gothic (Ariellah)
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