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New Aziza DVD!!

Aziza — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:54:25 GMT

Okay, here it is! Hands, Arms and Poses Instructional DVD now available for pre order. We will have the DVDs on Dec. 12th. If you would like have the DVD shipped to you as soon as we have it in our hot little hands go to
http://azizashop.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=68

I am so excited and proud of this DVD. I feel like it is a true representation of me and my teaching. A culmination of more than 20 years as a Middle Eastern dance performer and instructor. This process has made me want to do more and more!

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looking for an Aziza clip in youtube

blackie — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 22:38:19 GMT

this year in March in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Aziza did a workshop I went to (which was awesome!) and one of the choreos was from part of a larger performance you could see on youtube. can anybody remember the link? thx!!!

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From Aziza

Aziza — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:09:24 GMT

My website is being updated to coincide with the new DVD release. My 2010 schedule will be included. The DVD is going to be available for pre sales REALLY SOON!!!! I will post it here first. I am so excited about it, I am really proud at how it has turned out. I hope you will like it...
I will be in touch with news in the next couple of days!
Aziza

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aziza in Asia?

Caroline Hiu — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 04:03:58 GMT

Hello !
I would like to know if Aziza would be coming to Asia particularly Malaysia/Singapore/Indonesia in 2010?
Would love to see you perform!!
Best Wishes
Caroline
Malaysia

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Workshop schedule???

Rondah — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:51:13 GMT

Hi - when will the workshop schedule on the website be updated to include the 2010 workshops? I'm hoping to be able to get to an Aziza workshop this next year!!! :O)

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dvd news?

dina — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:04:13 GMT

heeey :)

any news for aziza dvd projects? i rmmbr one year ago someone hear said both a follow up to the Practice Companion, which I love, and another instructional would be in the pipeline..
anyone heard anything?

thanks!
dina

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Veil Aziza used in her end performance veil DVD

Nan — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 03:35:38 GMT

Finally I am getting Aziza's veil DVD and I am very excited to learn beautiful veil moves from her. Can't wait to get it in the mail! :-)

However, I have a question about the veil she used in her performance. I assume the one from youtube here is from that DVD

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOnqY4nbHQU

Is this chiffon veil? It does not look too light like silk, but doesn't look too heavy either. It looks perfect for this performance.

Can anyone let me know?

Thank you!

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Here she comes, that rainy day sun...

MaiaAlexandra — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:46:55 GMT

The Oregon Country Fair had a rainy day- for the first time in many, many years. The Bellydance stage was rained out- but I had the pleasure of watching the consummate professionals Aziza and Amel Tafsout brave the thuderstorm anyways and dance in the audience to a group of talented and likewise perseverent drummers.

Aziza, you are a raqstar, and I love you for it!

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Aziza on the West coat

Chandani — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 22:52:53 GMT

Hey does any one have any workshops schedueled on the west cost next year with Aziza? I'm in Alaska and wouldn't mind trying to get down to a workshop with her. THanks!

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Korea!!!!!!!!!!!!

Eshe — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 08:44:28 GMT

YAY!!!!!!!!

I'm so excited Aziza is coming to Korea!!

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Aziza in Philly

Aisha — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 02:39:38 GMT

The earlybird deadline is fast approaching. Sign up by Feb 1st for the special price. Go to www.azizaphilly.com for all the details.

Finally, your opportunity to study with the renowned dancer Aziza, in Philadelphia for the first time. Aziza has taught and performed around the world and is now coming to give 3 exciting workshops in Philly.

Friday night, she will give an intimate master class, limited to 25 intermediate to advanced level students. She will teach two four hour long workshops on Saturday and Sunday as well as perform in a gala show with other local dance stars. Please join us for this rare opportunity.

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Black Orchid Danse Retreat in Atlanta May 2009!

Rondah — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:07:52 GMT

Friday, May 15, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
9:00 AM
Black Orchid Danse presents its 2009 Bellydance Retreat in Atlanta,
Georgia featuring Middle Eastern Dance Artists AVA FLEMING, JIM BOZ & folkloric dancer and musician KARIM NAGI.

Dates: May 15 - 17, 2009
Location: Sheraton Gateway Hotel - Atlanta Airport

Come join us for an amazingly packed weekend of bellydance and music with 22 hours of workshop classes over 3 full days, an exhilarating cocktail reception on Friday night and Saturday night's Elegant Dinner Show (dress to impress)featuring performances by national and international artists.

Black Orchid Danse is also pleased to offer:
Classes for all levels of dancers and drummers, private sessions with
the instructors,"An Introduction to Bellydance" package for those who have never taken a bellydance class along with vendors offering an
awesome array of merchandise, makeup consulting and spa services.

Registration is now open and installment plans are available. For
more information and event details, please check out our website at

www.blackorchiddance.com/event...x.html or contact us at

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Thank you Aziza

khalida_bellydance — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:13:02 GMT

Loved the performance (and OMG the costume!) in Duisburg last week and the workshops really kicked my um.. popo ;-) Thank you so much!! And thank God for hot baths lol.

How are you doing in La Suisse? They have great chocolate!!
Big hugs and see you in Sveden this weekend!
xx Khalida

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How can we bring Aziza to western MA?

mellea — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 06:46:21 GMT

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Aziza in Philly

Aisha — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 02:42:00 GMT

Aziza will be in Philadelphia on Feb 27, 28, & March 1st. There will be a master class on Friday night limited to 30 people then 2 full days of workshops and a show on Saturday night. Go to www.azizaphilly.com for more information and to register. Please p.m. me if you have any questions.

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A Cyber-Shower for Mizzz Aziza?!?!? ; D

Sha'ni — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:32:21 GMT

Okay, since we're all over the place Iliterally), I guess it might be a little difficult to do the "Kiss Me, I'm the Bride" Scavenger Hunt. Not to mention the Officer McHotty's official appearance to put the "fire" out...oops! TMI, huh?

So let's do a cyber-shower. Who's up with a toast? Actually, I'll do the first toast. Everyone raise your cyber-cocktails... "May you and Eric have many, many happy years and even more happy shimmies together!!! SALLUUUDDD to the happy couple!!!

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where have the trousers gone?

artemisia_danst — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:13:02 GMT

just went to the shop (www.azizashop.com) and oh noooo!!

so:

please please bring back the aziza yoga pants!!!!! and even better, add a second design!!!

i was going to order a new pair, and get some for my teachers too (as a present, and they are also fans...) and they have disappeared!!!

love from the Belgian division of the aziza fanclub!

Artemisia

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Aziza in Sweden Stockholm 4-7/12

Katja — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:06:29 GMT

I´m very proud to announce that Aziza is coming to Scandinavia for the first time ever! She will be in Stockholm 4-7/12 for workshops and perform in a show Saturday 6/12. There will be workshops on all levels and performance slots for out of town guests.

For mor info browse to:
http://www.sheherazade.se/index.php?id=29&hi=29

Workshop themes and locations wil be announced shortly. We are more than happy to help you find cheap arifare and accomodation!
Katja

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WEST COAST WEEKLONG WORKSHOP INTENSIVE WITH AZIZA

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 05:22:54 GMT

Bellydance Odyssey Productions presents

A FULL week of intensive study with AZIZA at Dance Odyssey Studio in Soquel, CA (Santa Cruz County).

What more could you ask for than an intimate workshop intensive with one of the most talented and accessible master teachers in the dance world in one of the most beautiful places on earth?

We are so very pleased and honored to produce this event after bringing AZIZA to our little beach town over the years....we have had nothing but rave reviews about her instruction and inspiration....so we jumped at the opportunity to have her in Santa Cruz for seven days!

After she completes the weeklong intensive, she'll kick off the Seventh Annual Luna Gitana Belly Dance Festival which features a live music show with Armando Mafufo on Friday night, lots o shopping, community performances, a spectacular evening show on Saturday night (featuring the lovely AZIZA) and MORE workshops with Aziza throughout the weekend.

For more info visit our website at www.bellydanceodyssey.com.

:)
Vashti

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Aziza Raqs Vegas!! Oct 3-4th, 2008!! Registration Open!

AradiaLV — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 17:04:49 GMT

Come join us in fabulous Las Vegas for a weekend Show and Workshop with the Fabulous Aziza of Montreal!!
Space is limited, register now!!

www.aradialv.com/content/view/26/

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Aziza at Kira's Oasis!!!

Kira — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 23:27:41 GMT

Yes, that's right all you Aziza fans! She is coming back to Kira's Oasis in Dayton Ohio for the studio's 5th year anniversary and our annual Halloween Hafla to give us a performance and 2 lucious days of instruction with her! We are so incredibly excited!!!
http://www.kirasoasis.com/events/workshops.html#aziza
Here are the details:
Friday, October 10th, 2008: Halloween themed HAFLA TIME:
7:30 PM – 11:00 PM Featuring a performance by Aziza!
Cost: $10.00 per person (Cash, credit or Oasis gift card)
http://www.kirasoasis.com/events/bd_night.html

Saturday, October 11th, 2008: 4 Hour...ish workshop (sometimes we run a little bit over)
Time: 12:30 – 4:30 pm with a brief break (bring a snack)
Cost: $60 per day in advance or day of (if space is left). $110 for both days. (September 10th is the deadline for pre-purchasing both days)
Content: The Art of Improvisation-specific techniques to improve your improv skills & some of Aziza’s famous drilling and warm up techniques with a little bit of work on arms thrown in there.

Sunday, October 12th, 2008: 4 Hour Master Class
Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm with a brief break (bring a snack)
Cost:$60 per day in advance or day (of if space is left). $110 for both days. (September 10th is the deadline for pre-purchasing both days)
Content: What Aziza is currently challenging herself with, an advanced drum solo, and a section on the business of the business and the craft of teaching.

You can buy and portion of the weekend or get a discount and buy the whole thing all on line from the Oasis Website:
http://www.kirasoasis.com/events/workshops.html

You can also download the flyer that has her workshop descriptions on it and register with it via US Mail from the same webpage.
Hope to see you!!!!

Kira

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You saw it here first!!

Aziza — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 20:04:29 GMT

Thank you everyone for the cyber shower! I am back in Quebec in our new home, I am loving my big bathtub! A bubble bath every night! The wedding was tremendous. I will be posting more pictures when we recieve them from the photographers. Even the hired photographers cried at the ceremony! I know you all would want to at least see one picture....this was taken by Erics aunt just after we were pronounced Husband and Wife....we walked out to Stevie Wonder ...Signed, Sealed, Delivered....Im Yours!

I am really excited about seeing some of you at the Birthday Bash!
Sincerely,
The newly married,
Aziza

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November Weeklong in Santa Cruz

Patricia — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 23:43:11 GMT

So I just signed up for this. Anyone else going? Anybody have any suggestions to prepare to get the most out of it?

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Aziza's Birthday bash

AradiaLV — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:57:44 GMT

in Orlando with Orit, can anyone tell me the line up of dancers for the show?

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Hello From Aziza...

Aziza — Tue, 13 May 2008 01:42:09 GMT

Things are crazy busy for me lately. I am sorry I have been so absent from this tribe. I have just returned from Brazil, and I am leaving for Spain on wednesday. Highlights have been the weeklong in Florida where I got to hang with some fabulous dancers and friends including our moderator Sha ni! I also had a whole week in Sante Fe, New Mexico! Eric was able to join me and it was like a vacation. My thanks to the kind and wonderful Myra.

I also had a sureal experience in Quebec City. The show featured SEVEN of my choreographies! I have never seen so many of my works performed together at one time. I am also looking forward to returning to Belgium (Hi Artemesia and Khalida!) and Strassborg (Fabienne, are you out there?!). Other really exciting events coming up are my Birthday Bash in August with the fantasic ORIT from Isreal. Seriously, she is my biggest dance crush right now. I am beside myself that she is able to come to Florida for my birthday. Also; Las Vegas, Baby (this Fall sponsered by Aradia) and another weeklong in Santa Cruz with one of my favorite promoters, Vashti.

Other big news; Eric and I are finally getting married! The big day is July 19th in Oregon. We are thrilled and excited. I will post pictures, I promise.

That's it for now, I will try to be in touch...

Sincerely,
Aziza

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Aziza in Orlando...and Orit for the first workshop in the US

DeviSafir — Tue, 27 May 2008 04:18:35 GMT

http://www.stellaradvantage.net/

I was at Belly Dancer of the Year this weekend and got to see the lovely Mia! she was awarded first runner up and if you notice she is one of the entertainers at the Orlando Intensive -=-)

This event is sooooo going to be worth it for those of you going.

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Strasbourg workshop of 07/06 and 08/06 2008

Keltoum — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 19:28:52 GMT

Dear Aziza,

Again you've been amazing this week end, thanks for sharing your knowledge and "savoir faire", my arms were more amusing than amazing but nevermind, i'm not hopeless and will try again....CONGRATULATIONS AGAIN FOR YOUR WEDDING, and come back soon to show us more.

take care

keltoum

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Aziza in Brussels....

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 23:11:01 GMT

I've just returned home from the Aziza weekend in Brussels, and it was so amazing! 15 hours of intense, fun, and inspiring workshops, and a great night of dancing as well. Thanks Nuriyya!

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turkish style

Chandani — Thu, 15 Jun 2006 20:03:36 GMT

I just got an e-mail from IAMED about a new DVD, TURKISH STYLE BELLY DANCE
with ELIZABETH ARTEMIS MOURAT. I have seen alot of styles that are mixed, but guess I have never really seen "Turkish" style. Anyone have any insight or recomendations on ths subject? I like the Egyptian style, but must admit I am not "purist". I fuse alot together, but would like to know more about the different styles to see if there is a more clear direction for me to go in.
Thanks! *Belly Hugs* Chandnai

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yaaaaaaaa Aziza in Brasil!!!

Fatima Al Sayyid — Sun, 04 May 2008 04:15:32 GMT

i was in classes, she s wonderfull!

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Who's going to Jamaica for Aziza?

bahaia — Thu, 19 Apr 2007 14:05:10 GMT

*waves hands*
I am!!!!! I am!!!!

Just wanting to get to know some of you before we get there....

Are you traveling with dance buddies or family?
What other activities are you excited about?
What are you packing?
Will you be bringing items for the costume swap - and if so, will they fit me?
How will we recognize you?

I'll start:
I'm traveling by myself but meeting up with dance buddies old and new!
I'm especially excited about going to Xtabi. I don't really like to snorkle, but it is soooo beautiful there.
I'm packing as light as I can. Last year I took WAY too much stuff. I lived in a bathing suit. (I suggest bringing a few bathing suits so you always have a dry one to throw on.) Most valuable item - beach bag!
I will try to find some things for the costume swap... but I'm more interested in seeing what you've got. I like odd little trinkets of all sorts and funky skirts. And I WILL be buying a crochet Jamaica flag bikini this year!

Can I hear a "Yeah, Beer!"
BTW - you WILL hate Red Stripe for 6 months after this trip. It's a given.

See y'all in 2 weeks!!!!
Yippeeeeee!

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Aziza in Las Vegas!!!!

AradiaLV — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 07:47:13 GMT

Hello fellow dancers!
I'm happy to announce that Aziza of Montreal/Portland will be in Las Vegas Oct 3-4, 2008 for a spectacular show and workshop. She was booked 2 years out, and a cancellation fell into my lap!! Of course I took it, It's been over 5 years since she has been to Vegas, So we are going to have a wonderful event. For those of you who have always wanted to study with the most in demand teacher of our times, mark it on your calendar! I will have details and registration discounts for teachers coming soon!!
www.AradiaLV.com

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Aziza Workshop - Chicago Feb 08'

Honey815 — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 21:36:20 GMT

Did anyone happen to snap the group photo from day 2 of the Chicago Aziza workshop back in Feb??

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aziza in belgium!!

khalida_bellydance — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 14:57:52 GMT

Just got an email forward from Nuriyya, Aziza will be giving a full weekend of workshops in Brussels end of May! Yay!

Already signed up for EVERYTHING :-) She's awesome.

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Aziza!

Meissa (E) — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 01:04:18 GMT

Please come to Seattle!

Please Please Please!

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Hello Mrs Aziza

Eric — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 16:07:35 GMT

It’s cold without you,
I love you and miss you, come home I will massage your feet sexy,
Je t'aime
Eric

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Aziza Week Long Teachers and Professionals Workshop !!!

DeviSafir — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 02:21:11 GMT

So I found out from Andrea of Babylon Breeze [when I was trying to get 411 on new dvd's] That there is a week long Teachers and Professional workshop in Orlando ! It is March 30th to the 3rd of April.. I guess you get an invite from Andrea.

Gosh I wish I lived near there.. maybe come down with a cold =-D for a day or so and go take classes. I love her teaching.. breaks it down good and gives the "advanced" version too.

So who is going ? If you haven't signed up or been invited.. I think if you email andrea or call her - you might still get in.

dang... I want !!! Andrea - how about the WEST COAST =-P [ I know i will see her in July but I want the week long.]

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AZIZA in VIRGINA

Voi2 — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 04:36:34 GMT

AZIZA WORKSHOP Feb 16th&17th

The buttons are up! Come register with Janna's International dance studio for there first workshop of the new year!

Aziza will be teaching for two days plus a show. Her workshop content will be announced soon

www.myspace.com/jannasdance

(registration form)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v696/timberwolf_fire/PreregisrrteformAzizacopy.jpg

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New York? New England?

Atisheh — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 06:14:59 GMT

Does Aziza ever give workshops in the NYC or New England area? We're soooo close....

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I am going to a workshop with Aziza!

Nuria — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:13:32 GMT

this is a big thing for me because she isn't in Germany very often... But for the first of december I registered at her arms-hands+mysteryofslowmotion workshop at Leyla Jouvana's in Duisburg. It is only two hours...but I can't stay several days to do more workshops with her :-(

Hello, Aziza (waving...)!

I want to be prepared. What is her style when teaching/ when teaching a workshop? What does she care about?

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Aziza in Georgia!

lauren_liora — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 18:54:07 GMT

Hey everyone!

Mark your calendars for March 27-29, 2009...we are bringing THE AZIZA here for a 3-day workshop weekend!

Hugs,
Liora & Fatina

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Is Aziza coming to Gatineau Quebec?

etoile — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 03:23:26 GMT

The Denise Enan Troupe have a show on January 27 and Aziza is one of the special guest dancers (according to their publicity) http://www.baladi.ca/enantroupe/upcoming_e.htm . However I just saw on her website that she wlll be in Florida from Jan 26-28 http://www.azizashimmy.com/index2.html . I'm just wondering which is correct.
If she is indeed coming to Gatineau, I want to make sure that I have my ticket so see her live - she's such a fabulous dancer

thanks

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Aziza in Duisburg

khalida_bellydance — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 22:08:53 GMT

I just got back from a crazy week in Duisburg :-)

Aziza, if you're reading this, I hope you had a safe trip home, and I'd like to THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU again for your dedication to this dance form and your generosity in and out of class.

I learned so much and I had such a good time.. and after sleeping and lazing about for 2 days now I am energized to go learn some more ;-)

I took the arms and hands workshop for the 3rd time this year...
But still, ouch, this one really kicked my uh.. fingers :-P

All Aziza's workshops were great (especially the traveling steps, got some stuff to work on there :-) and I also loved Hinds salsa fusion and Sharon Kihara's conditioning and technique

And ..Their performances at the gala show ROCKED as well :-)
I'm very grateful I got to be there..

So.. who else was there?
And what did ya think?

Khalida

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Aziza in Korea!!

Eshe — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 22:53:14 GMT

October 6-7...I won't be there then :(
I arrive the next month...sadness

http://tribes.tribe.net/southkoreabellydance/thread/4a3b5874-227a-4848-a926-674f80db8ed0

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Aziza at HOT Dance Camp October 2007

tamrahennatx — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 00:20:51 GMT

Hello Aziza Fans!

Can't get enough Aziza? Want to spend three glorious days soaking in Aziza and the beautiful Texas sunshine? Now is the time to start making plans to come to Bahaia's HOT Dance Camp this October 11-14!

Imagine three days (and nights) spent in the beautiful central Texas Hill Country hanging out with Aziza and your sister campers, class with Aziza each day, two informal shows, bonus classes with Bahaia and Tamra Henna (that's me!), bonfires, camp crafts, shopping, and general silliness.

I can tell you from past experience, camp is special - it's a great way to connect with other dancers, with yourself, and to really absorb the magic of a great instructor.

Bahaia's Tribal Camp, which is this weekend (April 12-15) is SOLD OUT, with a waiting list of 20 campers, so we anticipate spots for Aziza going fast.

For more information, including a schedule and online registration, visit:

http://camparet2007.eventbrite.com/

Questions? PM me or send me an email!

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Aziza at Kira's Oasis, Dayton, OH Oct 2008

Kira — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 03:30:18 GMT

Events Coming UP!!!
...at Kira's Oasis 2007 - 2008
www.KirasOasis.com
(937) 620-1678

SWING OPEN DANCE NITE at the Oasis!!!
Sponsored by Swing Out Dayton and Jean Cagas
The FIRST Saturday of EACH month.
Saturday, December 1st is the last one in 2007
Time: 8:00 pm - Midnight
Cost: $5 per person includes late night after party at a different location
Check out: www.SwingOutDayton.com
Contact Jean: Jean@SwingOutDayton.com

SHAKIRA FROM COLUMBUS at the Oasis in November::
FRIDAY, November 9th, HAFLA TIME: 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM Shakira & others will perform!!
COST: $5.00 per person - CASH, CREDIT or OASIS GIFT CARD - NO CHECKS.
Let me know if you want to perform!
Behind The Veil is vending.
More about the "Hafla Night": www.KirasOasis.com/med.asp

SATURDAY, November 10th, 4 HOUR Specialty Class!!
COST: $25 in advance, $30 at the door the day of.
CONTENT: 2 hours: SIGNATURE STEPS OF THE EGYPTIAN STARS: Shakira has been privileged to study directly with
Mona el Said, Dina, Najwa Fou’ad, Nadia Hamdii, Farida Fahmy and others. Through her extensive ‘movement training’, she
will share with us a clear explanation of what Dina is “really” doing with her butt, among other things and a sampling of the
signature steps that ooze Star Quality, enhance your show, and convince your audiences you “must” be Arabic. Classic steps
of ‘golden age’ stars and others will be included.
2 hours: DANCE DYNAMICS - THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GOOD AND GREAT: What makes the difference between the
average show and one that makes you think, “Wow, she was amazing?” Between the dancer whose show doesn’t quite stay
with you and the one you can’t forget? And why isn’t that dancer who seemed so fiery and fast, or did all that layering,
memorable? Probably because of dynamics. Dynamics can help you fill in what you might be missing and know what NOT to
do. When you know what these are and how to work with them, everything you do will be interesting, and nothing will be flat!
Learn the secrets to being the dancer audiences can’t get out of their heads. Don’t be “just another dancer” ever again!!

Email kira@kirasoasis.com or call Kira @ (937) 620-1678 if you have any questions.

** There is NOT time enough during the break to leave the studio
for a "lunch" trip so please eat before class and/or
bring a snack to sustain yourself for the day!! **

*** Please note: The policy of the Oasis is NO REFUNDS of registration
or event entrance fees unless we cancel the event.

Check Shakira out:
www.ShakiraTheDancer.com
Registration form can be downloaded here:
www.KirasOasis.com/spec.asp

LATIN/Salsa OPEN DANCE NITE at the Oasis!!!
FRIDAY, December 7th!
Time: 10:00 pm - 2:00 AM!!! Brief class at 10pm included in price
Cost: $5.00 sign the membership form, too! BYOB
Tabra & Luciano will teach you some moves and you can dance the night away!! Use your Zumba material, too!!!
www.KirasOasis.com/classes.asp

Friday, December 14th is the last Belly Dance Hafla Night of 2007 and we will party HARD!!!
Let's celebrate a good year coming to an end and a new one about to begin, together!!
7:30 - ????
Cost: $5.00
Let me know if you want to give a performance at the hafla!!!!!
Melissa from Columbus is vending.
More about the "Hafla Nite: www.KirasOasis.com/med.asp

BOZENKA from Miami & the Belly Dance Super Stars at the Oasis!!
March 14-15th, 2008 for the Belly Dance Hafla night on Friday and a workshop on Saturday. Registration form is already out on the Oasis site so you can assure you have a spot that day. Full at 50.

AZIZA from Montreal back in the Oasis in October, 2008!
October 10-12th, 2008 for the Belly Dance Nite and two days of fabulous instruction from this incredible lady who we have grown to dearly love and respect at the Oasis. Registration form will go out on the site soon!

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Aziza in Houston...

ayana — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 18:53:56 GMT

Get Ready... 1st weekend in March, 2008... Zahirah's Bellydance Studios...

We're eagerly awaiting the workshop!!!

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Starting to get excited now!

Gaiadancer14 — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 18:19:11 GMT

Because in less than 10 days time the lovely Aziza will be gracing the UK shores once more!

I am really looking forward to seeing her again, doing her workshops and being mesmerised by her fabulous dancing.

The first weekend in November can't come around too soon and then before we know it, she'll be back again in the New Year!

Are we lucky or what! :-)

Afra
Self-confessed Aziza Addict! :D

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Aziza at Desert Dance Festival this weekend

lisafiera — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 18:42:19 GMT

I CAN'T WAIT! :D

http://www.desertdance.com/workshops.html

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Winston-Salem NC

VERONDA — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 01:21:32 GMT

Aziza, I had a wonderful time last weekend! Your workshop was one of the best I've attended. You have been one of my dance idols for a long time and I was thrilled so see you were coming to the South. I was a little nervous at first being the only tribal dancer in an ocean of cabaret but the things you taught can be incorporated into any style. You are every bit as gracious as I've heard and watching a live performance incredible. Your teaching style is clear and easy to follow. I can't wait to take another workshop with you. Thanks again!

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Aziza in a new bellydance calendar!

lauren_liora — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 03:27:57 GMT

Southern Fusion Productions will be launching their next project at Southern Fusion Fest 2007!!
A Bellydance Artist 18 month Calendar featuring the many beautiful faces of our dance:

Sharon Kihara
Gina
Aziza
Moria Chappell
Ava Fleming
Bastet
Liora
Fatina
Urban Gypsy
Yasmine & the Magic Hips
Alchemy
Mardi Love
Devyani

To have a sneak preview of the calendar please visit this website
www.smugmug.com/gallery/3202915

If you are interested in purchasing or learning more about this calendar please come see us in the vendor room of SFF 2007. The Calendar will be available to purchase in August by SFP and the many talented artists who took part in this project. The calendar will also be available for sale online at www.southernfusion.net .

Details to come soon at
www.southernfusion.net

Stay tuned!!

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Loved it Aziza!!

Aeriesha — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 15:00:42 GMT

I have to add my kudos to Marianne's...I had a great time at the Toronto workshop and now I'm afraid you'll have to put up with me everytime you come to town!
It was my first "intensive" workshop, and I just loved it. I really appreciate the effort you put into it, "customizing" the workshop in the areas your students were looking for instruction on, and having so much new stuff to teach us. After the last workshop I took with you, I recieved compliments on my dancing which was new for me being fairly new to the dance - your teaching made a noticeable difference in my dancing, and that just shows what a great teacher you are. We'll see what they say after this one **grin**

Thanks as well to Hannan - it was a great environment (if a trifle warm that first day, lol) and she's got a great group of gals there!

Thanks again,
Pat

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Aziza came to TO

Marianne — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 18:46:50 GMT

Aziza, a billion thanks for all you thought me and all of us at the 4 day intensive workshops.

I woke up this morning, Monday, wanting and ready to do another 4 days with you.

I just have to have another 4 days with you...soon.

Say Hi to Eric, hehehe!!! I'm bitting the apple.

Thanks so much. I know you've been told thousands of time but never by me. Aziza you're a GG-genuine gem.

Don't get emotional or I'll have to say: "Aziza is tiredddd!!!!"

Love ya

Marianne Mills

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poi !

artemisia_danst — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 20:20:24 GMT

i ordered a set of poi from the Azizashop, and a dvd (poi spinning basics with pele's element)... they arrived friday and i've practiced a few hours a day since! they are great!!! the dvd is really good! i love "the weave". and i'm trying to dance and spin at the same time once i get a move down.

Aziza, my arms hurt and it's your fault! but i'm really really enjoying it

Artemisia

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The littlest Aziza fan?

Viv — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 04:21:34 GMT

One of my students has a little girl who is in LOVE with Aziza. In their house it isn't the Wiggles, Dora the Explorer or Sesame Street that she asks to watch all the time, it is the Aziza DVD I loaned her...LOL!
I thought you all would enjoy seeing this little clip of her dancing while watching the DVD
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grf3dOPUhno

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Fabulous in Victoria, BC

Bellybabe — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 20:21:27 GMT

My second experience seeing Aziza perform and taking workshop with her.

Brilliant. A consummate professional with a fantastic sense of humour who makes everything look so effortless.

I think one of the favourite things I will take away from the weekend is Aziza talking about letting the wonder and awe of what you are doing show through in your dancing. She also spoke about the fact that we dance what we practice (I am sure I remember her saying the same thing two years ago). Only five and a half years in for me re dancing but I know exactly what she means and I hope that I am improving in technique, presentation and style and I do strive to practice and drill the way I would perform for an audience.

But I have to admit a huge struggle for me are cross step turns. I just can't seem to find the right technique to maintain my equilibrium. Not having any other kind of dance training I have been working and experimenting with this for a long time. Aziza makes if look so easy!

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Aziza in Toronto!

Hannan — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 16:25:24 GMT

Toronto is an easy shot from all US airline hubs as well as easy driving distance from many parts of the United States. See you there!

Hannan's Bellydance Studio presents...

AZIZA bellydance workshop and show

Aziza is one of the most popular workshop instructors in the world! She always delivers a motivational workshop with great content, insightful feedback, and fabulous moves.

Isolations, Shimmys, and Drum Solo workshop 11 - 4pm
Gala Show and Student Recital starring Aziza, professional dancers, and a select group of student ensembles from Hannan's Bellydance Studio 8pm

Estonian House
958 Broadview Ave.
Toronto, ON
Sunday August 5, 2007

REGISTER ONLINE www.hannandance.com/store
register by June 31 for only $75! $95 after July 1
show tickets are $25, $35 at the door
contact us at 416-462-3498

more about Aziza: www.azizashimmy.com
more about Hannan's Bellydance Studio: www.hannandance.com

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Aziza DVD

Nuria — Sat, 09 Jun 2007 13:29:46 GMT

Hi, I had my birthday and I said I wanted a DVD by Aziza. Now I want to chose. Does she teach choreo on any? I wanted to go for her "practical companion" I looked up at peko-records. There's one preview that shows her explaining a ribcage-circle so I wonder is this DVD on basic technique, or is there advanced technique? - combinations and choreo, too?
For the moment I decided that choreos for me are the best to remember combinations. I'd love a little taqsim-choreo...

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Aziza in NC

andalee — Mon, 21 May 2007 02:24:49 GMT

Hi y'all. I just wanted to pop by and say how excited I am that Aziza is coming to the piedmont of NC for a workshop this summer. Woo hoo. It's going to make my summer. I can't wait. I think more details are available at NCbellydance.org.

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The Future of Bellydance

Tammy — Wed, 16 May 2007 20:46:32 GMT

I just wanted to share this with you all, I thought you'd get a kick out of it. This is my daughter Laura, wearing her new crocheted jingle belt I made her so she'd quit stealing mine, lol...and she's dancing to my Aziza DVD. She LOVES Aziza (don't we all?) She's 2 years old....the future of bellydance is assured. :-)
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=4161896295016122089&hl=en

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The Countdown is On :: Tiger's Eye Collective Project, Chapter One

Sha'ni — Wed, 30 May 2007 02:31:01 GMT

Seating is limited so get your tickets early for this hot new event!

************************************************************************************

Sha’ni and Tiger’s Eye Collective
are pleased to announce the premiere of

TIGER’S EYE COLLECTIVE PROJECT
featuring some of atlanta’s best in world entertainment

scheduled to perform
AZIZA, AMIRA HADDAD, ASHARA MEYANI, ATHENS RAQS, DESNA, DIANE ADAMS, GALINA,
GEMS OF APHRODITE, GINA, FATINA & LIORA, NASHWA, SAHARA DIAMONDS, SARIA,
SAROYA, AND MORE TBD...

June 9th
7:30 p.m.

Sketchworks Theater
3041 North Decatur Road (In the Istanbul Cafe area)

Tickets: $12.50
Available for purchase from Sha’ni or via Paypal.
www.shaniGA.com/tecp1_project.htm

For more information, contact
shani@shaniGA.com
or
tigerseyecollective@shaniGA.com

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It was magical!!

Sheba — Fri, 11 May 2007 14:43:53 GMT

Wow....what a weekend!! Magic is the only way to describe it. The weather even cooperated except for one afternoon when it rained. But we had a beautiful sunset every night and bright sunny days to enjoy the beach when we weren't dancing.

Dancers from all over the world met & got to know one another while sharpening their skills as belly dancers with instructors Aziza, Bahaia, & Cheryl Bushey.

People here on the island will talk about the Saturday night Gala Show for a long time...it was truly magical. Every dancer looked beautiful & graceful under the Carribean sky. Troupe Wi 'am, my dance group, had a wonderful performance and I was very proud of them especially since this was the first perfomance for most of them. Neenah amazed the audience with her dazzling sword & coins, Cheryl added her beautiful Egyptian style, while Bahaia entertained us all with her beautiful, bouncy baladi. Aziza...well she's always fabulous but the audience was really wowed by her veil poi and her mesmerizing isolations. I've actually had people call me to ask “how does she do that thing with her chest?”

There have been some pictures posted on our tribe at www.tribes.tribe.net/jamaicaraks please feel free to have a look & maybe even join our tribe so you will know what's happening in Jamaica. I'm sure there will be more pictures posted as people get home and get more organized. I know I will post some as soon as I find my camera.

I especially want to thank all of the ladies who joined this year. Y'all were a truly special group and I enjoyed getting acquainted with all of you. Hope to see you all back again next year and bring a friend....

Life is good!!!

Lyn

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Aziza Intensive - only 4 spots remain!

Hannan — Sat, 05 May 2007 16:52:28 GMT

Hello Aziza Devotees!
Aziza's Intensive in Toronto has only 4 spaces remaining! Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to study with Aziza for four whole days. The intensive consists of three full days of personal instruction from Aziza AND one day of a large public workshop. Aziza will be teaching technique in the first half of the days and choreography in the second half. The intensive is being held at Hannan's Bellydance Studio in Toronto. We'll have plenty of space with two air conditioned studios at our disposal. The location is exceedingly convenient to public transportation with easy and quick access to hotels for all budgets. For more information or to register, contact Rhonda or Ethan at " hannandance at gmail dot com" , or see www.hannandance.com for contact and studio information. The intensive is $615 plus sales tax
For those of you who won't be able to make it to the intensive, be sure you attend the one day workshop! Contact us for information or see events at www.hannandance.com .
cheers,
Hannan

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From Aziza

Aziza — Mon, 09 Apr 2007 18:43:13 GMT

Hello Everyone!
Happily back home in my Baby's arms! This last tour was a blast. I met some great people and also got to see many familiar faces. It is a little crazy to think that I am now teaching more in Europe than in North America. I will be in Europe three times this year and add Argentina and Asia and you have Aziza all over...

It was my first time in Czech Republic, Prague was incredible and the fabulous women of Troupe Aphrodite were perfect hosts. I even had an Aziza billboard in Zlin! Another first was Portugal. Beautiful country and Ana presented the dance in a very nice theater and the workshops were held in a gorgeous health club. In Belgium I bought more Bella costumes and ran into Ava Flemming there! I ended my tour in Morocco and kept shopping....

I have to admit that learning to count in all of the different languages has been a challange. I am looking forward to teaching in English this weekend in Santa Cruz!

Another highlight is the new website! I am so happy with how it turned out. I have heard the comments and there will be some changes by this weekend. We will be adding dates to the retro photos and adding new pictures from this last tour. Also adding some video!

But for right now I am relishing my own pillow, not having to keep my toothbrush in a plastic tube, and making out with Eric.

Spring!
Aziza

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Aziza website

Eric — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 16:07:31 GMT

Hello to all,
The new website should be on this monday,
hope you like!!!!
le nouveau site sera online lundi matin.
Merci

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AZIZA dances in Bern, Switzerland!!!!

Atani — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 22:06:59 GMT

AZIZA will be on the Oriental Dance Show "Oriental Delights" in Bern, Switzerland on June 2, 2007! Don't miss this exciting event and the great opportunity to see one of the greatest bellydancers of all times! The Oriental Divas and Amira from the Bernese Bellydance School Taksim will also perform. For more information please visit: http://www.orientaldivas.ch/orientaldelights.htm

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ZEE-ZA

Tue, 17 Apr 2007 15:54:57 GMT

Well, we are catching our breath here in Santa Cruz...we had a lovely weekend with AZIZA. Incredible energy in the workshops and an amazingly elegant show. At least one review of the show is in the works...but my favorite review is from my two year old. I think he has his first crush because he is walking around the house saying:

"I only like ZEE-ZA!"

Sooooooooo cute!
~Vashti

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Azizashop Update

Hannan — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 14:50:03 GMT

Hi folks!
Just a quick note to let you know that the Aziza Ultimate Bellydance Practice Companion is temporarily out of print so we don't have it available on Azizashop.com for the next month.
If you would like to order the DVD immediately, please contact Peko, Dahlal, or Amazon.
Best regards,
Hannan

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Aziza comin' home??

Laurie — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 19:05:41 GMT

WOO HOO!! I just heard that Rachel is bringing you here (PDX) soon!! Is it true? When ya comin'? Whacha teachin'? Details please!!!!

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spain

artemisia_danst — Sun, 01 Apr 2007 18:55:55 GMT

yippie!!!

i'm going to spain (Ourense) at the end of May, where aziza will be teaching and performing!!! yippie! now i dont have to wait till november when she's in germany

Artemisia

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Aziza workshop in Chicago

Jonsey — Sun, 29 Oct 2006 20:07:31 GMT

It took me a week to post this but I survived two days of workshops. Aziza was fantastic. I loved her visualizations, like the fact that we should own the stage and mark our territory like an animal does so we should figuratively pee on the stage. She had some great techniques in the drill workshops that really made you focus on range of motion. I also think I need to go out and have a shirt made that says "I survuved the 20 minute shimmy." The second day my favorite was the traveling section of the workshop. I'm still a beginner and really don't do much traveling yet so it was a real challenge for me. About an hour into the workshop the balls of my feet started hollering at me pretty loudly because I never spend that much time on them. It was a great weekend. Sonya's bringing her back in 2008 and I can't wait.

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Belly dancing beauties on tour; Ultra Gypsy comes to Portland April 19th -21st

darling143 — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:11:11 GMT

SF based tribal fusion toupe led by Jill Parker; Teaching workshops, performing and vending April 19th - 21st. Stay tuned

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SPECIAL "FULL PACKAGE" SALE PRICE: Cairo Nights with AZIZA

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 04:05:10 GMT

We are rapidly approaching the early bird registration deadline for the Cairo Nights with AZIZA workshops in Santa Cruz, California ~~ April 13-15, 2007. The early registration deadline is March 27, 2007.

For a limited time - only through this Sunday -- we are offering a sale on "The Full Package." The Full Package includes all four workshops, a signed commemorative show poster, an event tee shirt, an event tote bag, an evening show ticket and a free copy of the evening show performance DVD. The special sale price is $200 and may only be obtained online. These workshops are filling up fast and some are close to sellout so don't wait!

To take advantage of the special go to http://store.bellydanceodyssey.com.

Vashti
Bellydance Odyssey Productions
www.bellydanceodyssey.com

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New DVD with Aziza : The Exotic Art of Bellydance

Fabienne — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 19:25:14 GMT

Here is the line-up :

AZIZA
Amar Gamal
Ava Flemming
Tamra-henna
Kaeshi
Nalini
Louchia
Sandra
Rania
Willow
Nathalie
Shimmy Sisters

It will be available on March 13th on https://www.pekorecords.com/

And here is a preview video of it : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1yte4OCl_I

Can't wait to see it !!

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Postcard from Aziza...

Aziza — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 21:24:32 GMT

Hello All,
I only have a minute but I thought I would drop in and say Hey...I am in the Czech Republic at a
shisha lounge. I had a great workshop and show in Prague last weekend. Prague is fabulous and the promoters were very kind and enthusiastic. Coming up I have Brussels, Portugal, and Morocco. I really have to pinch myself sometimes, I am truly blessed!

The only downside is that it will be another 5 weeks away from Eric. :( I am lucky that I have such a supportive man. We are going to be going to Jamaica together in May. It is really rare that he comes along, but Jamaicaraks is going to be such a great opportunity to get some sun and beach! Anyone want to have a Red Stripe with Eric and I beachside?

Well that's all the time I have. I will touch base again soon!

Ciao!
Aziza

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Aziza's drum solo workshop in Brussels

Nila — Sun, 11 Mar 2007 15:36:37 GMT

Woohoo Aziza! Thank you, thank you, thank you sooooo much!!!!! For this wonderful workshop you have given us! I loved it!!!!!

And then your performance! Olalalala!!! I already loved your dancing from dvd’s, but seeing you dancing life… holalala, that is quite something different! I love your dancing even more now….

Hope you will come back soon to Belgium!

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aziza in brussels

artemisia_danst — Sun, 11 Mar 2007 10:45:13 GMT

hey, just to make you all envious: aziza is in brussels at the moment, teaching and performing. we already had two great workshops. i want going to post till she left, but i want to share already.

- advanced fluidity, with a lot of new drilling material. great reminder we all have to work harder
- a really cool drum solo, not too long so we sort of managed. but was i tired after! i usually dont like drum solo's much, and i almost never dance other people's choreo's but this one will be tempting..

BUT BUT BUT BUT

i love her as a teacher, but the best part is always seeing her perform. yes, she can do that in my livingroom a lot (i want a new performance dvd!!!) but, live, is a different thing. she did a beautifull slow piece in a stunning dress, it was soo euh, let's find a word, mmm: a marvel....

for the second set she was wearing a costume i hadnt seen yet (forgot to ask, is it new?), with an animal print and thousands of rinestones, she sparkled and sparked. there was veil work (oh, and a few new surprising combinations there, how does she keep coming up with it) and the "cat song", very very very funny.

i never know how to describe it really. she was just wonderfull. sometimes i forget to clap and cheer cause it's just mesmerizing.

, off to get ready now, to go and take her veil workshop,,

aziza, we love you, thank you for traveling all this way again and again. my students say hello and cant stop talking about you either. i'll hear nothing but aziza this aziza that for the next months.

Artemisia

(X-posted to bhuz)

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website

artemisia_danst — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 10:59:02 GMT

seems like there's a new website in the works! i'm curious!

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tickets: Cairo Nights with AZIZA

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 19:34:40 GMT

Hi folks!

We have changed the physical location for ticket purchase.

Tickets are now available at:

Rhythm Fusion
1541-C Pacific Avenue
Santa Cruz
Store hours are: Tues-Sat: 11am-6pm Sunday: noon to 5pm
*cash and check only

You may use a credit card to purchase tickets online at http://store.bellydanceodyssey.com.

All tickets are general admission: $20 in advance at $25 at the door.

The box office will open and shopping with our vendors will begin at 6:30 p.m. Theater doors open at 7:30 and the show begins at 8 p.m. sharp! For more details about the kick-off party (Shiva Lounge), workshops, merchants, etc. visit www.bellydanceodyssey.com. Remember this is a gala evening show...so dress up...whatever that means to you!!!

Vashti
Bellydance Odyssey Productions

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Aziza in Norfolk, VA in April?

Kiyaana — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 18:05:59 GMT

Greetings! I haven't been able to access Azizashimmy.com the past few days, but I do remember the calendar indicating that she would be in Norfolk, VA (for Janeeda and Babylon Breeze) the weekend of April 21. However, I haven't found any info about this anywhere else. I usually get info for Janeeda's events in the mail, but nothing so far.

Anyone else having trouble with Aziza's site?

Know anything about the Norfolk workshop?

Thanks.

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Incentives for being an EarlyBird for JamaicaRaks featuring Aziza, Bahaia, & Cheryl Bushey

Sheba — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 20:44:46 GMT

First of all you are going to save $65 if you sign up before March 31st and you get a FREE JamaicaRaks tshirt. The best incentive of all is that the first 10 people to sign up get to be in a drawing for a FREE private lesson with BAHAIA!!! Also the first 10 people get to take home a JamaicaRaks beach towel with their dance name embroidered on it.

There aren't many first 10 spaces left so sign up today.

We are limiting the entire enrollment to 25 so don't miss out entirely by waiting too long.

Life is Good!!

Sheba
Producer, JamaicaRaks BellyDancing in Paradise
www.jamaicaraks.com
texanislandgal

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AirFare Alert for JamaicaRaks

Sheba — Fri, 02 Feb 2007 22:56:49 GMT

Today American Airlines has tickets from Houston to Montego Bay for 296.30...that includes all fees & taxes. So if there are any of y'all in Houston thinking about coming out...this is a GREAT deal....

Life is Good!!

Lyn

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Sad little shimmies

Tammy — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 17:22:29 GMT

I have just gotten Aziza's Bellydance Companion DVD, and love it. Problem is, I'm a little confused about the shimmy section and was wondering if any of y'all could help me. I can't seem to maintain my shimmy at all, while all the ladies on the DVD just keep shakin' along. And is it a true straight leg shimmy she's doing on there? Is it bad to hyperextend your knees, or is she bent a bit and I can't tell? My shimmies are very sad and anemic at this point, and any advice would be so appreciated...:-)

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I can' t wait for next weekend!!!!!

KasiaAli — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 20:04:28 GMT

I don't know about the other people going to flordia but I can't wait to spend 3 whole days with Aziza and her friends. I am so excited on what I will learn.

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More Dvd's Planned?

SLK — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 09:39:05 GMT

Hi,

I love the practice companion, the dances dvd I find inspiring and the veil work is cool.....does anyone know if Aziza has plans to release any more instructionals or perfomance dvd's?

Thanks
Eve.

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To Aziza's East Coast Fans...

bahaia — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 13:57:24 GMT

Hey Ladies,
Want to get a chance for some individual attention from Aziza in a limited enrollment workshop? What if it was held in a relaxed, tropical (yet affordable) setting? Add that you could bring your husband or your best friend and they wouldn't be bored to death while you attend class.... sounds pretty sweet!

OK, then. Come to Jamaica Raks. May 3-6, 2007. Negril, Jamaica.
There's room for only 25 dancers. Please register soon!
http://www.jamaicaraks.com

What's stopping you? Airfare is not much more than you might pay to fly to another state. Yes, you need a passport, but that's a good thing to have should you be called up to dance in Cairo, anyway.

ps - you also can take class with me, tribal class with cheryl, yoga on the beach, costume workshop, YOU can dance in the show with the Carribean Sea as your backdrop, plenty of Red Stripe, get some sand in your dance bag, reggae music, jerk chicken, Ting, snokling, golfing, lobster pizza, explore pirate caves (sorry, i don't think Johnny Depp will be there... but who knows), toooooo much fun and great dancing!

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happy new year!

artemisia_danst — Sun, 31 Dec 2006 12:04:33 GMT

happy new year to everyone!

and to aziza: hope you had a relaxing christmas holiday with family and friends! (now back to work, shhh ;-), come and teach us to be as fabulous as you ;-) )

artemisia

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Will Aziza come to Portugal?

Aquira Raqs — Fri, 10 Nov 2006 20:30:41 GMT

Hello Aziza fans! I was just wondering if Aziza has ever been or will be likely to come to Portugal in the near future.
Shimmy love,
Aquira

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Hakim song translation

Chandani — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 18:04:36 GMT

Hello all! I am trying to find the translation to the song Wala Waled by Hakim. If any one knows of a website that has it translated or can give me an idea of what this song is about I'd greatly apperciate it. I want to choreograph to it, but want to know what it is about first.
Thanks!

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Aziza in France !

Fabienne — Sun, 10 Dec 2006 18:57:21 GMT

Well, it's already over... we had an amazing intensif 12 hours workshop week-end here with our amazing Aziza.
We learnd a lot, we swet a lot, we laughed a lot and we also cried a lot... It was her sith week away from home and France the end of her European tour.
Eric, she misses you so so much... but she will be back to you tomorrow ;-)
And we were very very pleased because her french has really improved a lot since last year. Bravo !
Hope to see her back in France next year.

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Aziza's workshop last week end

Keltoum — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 14:35:57 GMT

hello to you all,

my name is keltoum and I'm an absolute beginner in all subject: belly dance, tribe and so on.....I did not know Aziza before and I attended the workshop without knowing her. And you know what? I am completely under her spell now....Aziza, I thank you again for your kindness, generosity and your experience....Best experience ever. Hope to attend another workshop or to meet you soon.
Thank you so much

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From Germany...

Aziza — Mon, 04 Dec 2006 10:20:33 GMT

My time in Germany was fantastic again this year. It was really great to see so many familiar faces after being on the road this long. I was honored to share the stage with such amazing dancers. Wonderful to have Ava Fleming here, too. I think she took Duisberg by storm!

So I will be heading to Belguim to see Artemesia and visit Bella. Then on to France to see Fabienne and give one final workshop and show before heading home to Eric.

This has been a fabulous trip...
Aziza

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From Eric

Eric — Mon, 04 Dec 2006 03:04:14 GMT

Un gros merci à tous pour votre gentillesse.
Thank you everyone for taking care of my little girl.
Love Eric

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Miss you Aziza

Eric — Thu, 23 Nov 2006 01:04:01 GMT

Hello everyone, I am Eric Aziza's boyfriend,
I did all the cleaning tonight, and did my dishes. Since my Aziza left for Europe
I did the bed about 10 times. Pretty good…
I miss my Belly Dancer, I love you baby.
Eric

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Flight Info for 2nd Annual JamaicaRaks BellyDancing in Paradise with Aziza, Bahaia, & Cheryl Bushey

Sheba — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 14:19:46 GMT

Hello from Jamaica,

It's time to start looking for the best flight deals to come to the 2nd Annual JamaicaRaks BellyDancing in Paradise Workshop & Retreat on May 3-6, 2007.

I spend time on the internet every day looking for the cheapest flights from here to the US. I thought I would share some of the websites I use.

www.sidestep.com Shows all available flights for most airlines for the dates you select.

www.worryfreevacations.com A charter that only flys on selected dates so you might have to fly on a Tuesday or Wednesday for instance, but it's usually by far the cheapest way to go. You get better results if you call the 800 number on the website and tell them the dates you want to fly. Otherwise you can spend a lot of time trying to figure the days of the week they are flying from your area.

www.airgorilla.com I find this website usually has better rates than Expedia and Travelocity. Usually I look here, find the cheapest flight, then go to whichever airline website and sometimes it's cheaper still.

This is how I usually start my seach for a tickets. Hope it helps some of y'all find a good fare. We want everyone to be able to join us here in Jamaica.

Spent last weekend on the beach. The water was a beautiful warm turquoise, the sand sparkling in the sun, the drinks were icy cold, and the Reggae music set the mood. All we were missing was Aziza, Bahaia, Cheryl Bushey & YOU!! Come to Jamaica, Mon....den evry ting's irie!!

Life is good!!

Lyn Rayburn
Producer, JamaicaRaks BellyDancing in Paradise
www.jamaicaraks.com
texanislandgal@yahoo.com

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Any events in Montreal???

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 15:24:26 GMT

Hello All!
Have you heard of any upcoming Aziza events in Montreal??

Thanks!

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Aziza from Switzerland...

Aziza — Sun, 19 Nov 2006 23:52:25 GMT

Hello my Tribe...
Guten tag from Switzerland! I am in the middle of my first European tour. This will be my third visit to Germany, but the longest I've been away teaching and performing. This tour I will visit Austria, Switzerland, Germany and France, and be away from Eric for almost 6 weeks. So far it has been great, lonely, inspiring, irratating, fulfilling, and meaningful. I am a lucky, lucky, woman.

I want to mention that I have some limited t-shirts for this years tour. They were an experiement...but I thought maybe you'all might be interested. I only have a few left! You can order them from azizashop.com. Also...I am renovating my website! The new site should be up in the next three weeks. I would appreciate any feedback....

When I get home I will try to share some photos from Chicago, Kitchner, and Europe.

Sincerely,
Aziza

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Aziza Intensive in Toronto @ Hannan's Studio

Hannan — Sat, 04 Nov 2006 16:56:10 GMT

August 2 - 5, 2007 - AZIZA of MONTREAL AT HANNAN’S BELLY DANCE STUDIO in TORONTO
Hannan’s Bellydance Studio presents Aziza of Montreal in a four day intensive course. Space is limited to only 20 students. Those of you who have studied with Aziza know what an amazing instructor and performer she is. Imagine what over 18 hours of her personal attention will do for your dancing! $550 before Jan. 1, 06, $615 after - contact Hannan for details or to register. Spaces are going quick!
www.hannandance.com hannandance@gmail.com

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Aziza Intensive is already filling up!

Hannan — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 02:13:07 GMT

Hi Folks,
Just want to let you know that the 20 spots are filling up! Sign up soon if you want to take advantage of this great oppourtunity for personal study with Aziza. There will also be a one day public workshop available, too.
~Hannan
www.hannandance.com

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Aziza Rocks Kitchener

shanmonster — Sun, 29 Oct 2006 04:14:53 GMT

Today was the second time I've attended an Aziza workshop, and I plan on going to more.

The workshop was held at the Transylvania Club in Kitchener, ON, and was hosted by Dharlene Valeda of Haft Vadi. I didn't get a headcount, but I'm guessing around 50 women were taking part in today's sessions. The class began with a walking warm-up. Not walking like walking-to-the-bus, of course, but walking like we OWNED the stage. Or, as Aziza likened it: marking it as our territory.

"Pee all over that stage!" Aziza said. And later on, "I still can't smell you!"

Aziza is pretty goofy, and that just makes me like her all the more.

Because there were so many people in the class, it was difficult to see Aziza. So she numbered us all from 1-5, and had each #1 in a line, #2 lined up behind, and so forth. Each time we changed an exercise, the front line would move to the back, and everyone else would shuffle up a spot. In this way, we all got a pretty decent view for much of the class. It also helped that from time to time, Aziza travelled back through the glittery, shimmying masses, correcting technique as it was needed.

The first part of the day was my favourite. We worked on various dance drills, including psoas exercises (pelvic tilts through the psoas and not through the glutes or abs), ab exercises (oh, the bellybutton ferris wheel of doom!), undulations with rondes du jambe, and arm/hand movements. We also did maya and umi variations with weighted changes and on one leg at a time. I plan on incorporating several of these drills in my own daily practice.

In the afternoon, we worked on a short drum solo choreography. Although there are parts of the choreography I didn't get (the tricky bit at the end of the choreography happened while I was in the back with no view), there are plenty of combinations I plan on making my own. For instance, I really like the "level three" shoulder-hip combination. Level one is just shoulders moving up and down in opposition to one another. Level two has the shoulders and hips moving simultaneously up and down, alternating from side to side. And level three is working the up and downs on the diagonal. Tricky, tricky, tricky....

The workshop ended with a languorous stretching session, which felt awfully nice after all that hard work.

She'll be teaching again tomorrow, but unfortunately, I can't attend the sessions as I'm attending a butoh workshop in Toronto. Talk about a serious change in gears, hmm?

Tonight was also the Bewitching Bellydance Ball, held every year on the Saturday closest to Hallowe'en. It's an <s>excuse</s> imperative to get dancers up there doing their craziest theme performances. There were zombies, elves, cats, ghosts, monsters, and murder victims up there shaking their stuff. And Aziza's alter-ego Dizeza was up there in bright green bedlah doing a dance with choreographed nose-wiping and Kleenex-tossing. Definitely not the sort of stuff you'd expect to see on one of those myriad "World's Hottest Belly Dancers of the Universe" DVDs. She also did a veil poi dance, which made enormous lightbulbs fly up over both Khizmet's and my head. Yeah, I'll be making my own veil poi, and it will be very, very soon. The possibilities are tempting me with SUCH tenacity.

I didn't dance tonight at the show (although I did cameo as Mourner #3 during Valizan's moving piece dedicated to his father), but I hope to next year. I'm thinking I might do a Trailer Park Boys dance. I want to be Julian, with the ubiquitous highball glass full of booze and ice never getting spilled. Now, we just need to figure out how to incorporate Bubbles and a grocery cart into the routine.....

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