Letter . . . from the Editor :
Our Cover Star this issue spotlights an inspiring life journey of the incredibly talented and beautiful Bozenka , interviewed extensively by journalist , Tammye Nash . Bozenka ’ s challenges , her life ’ s story , and her incredible successes have created the warmth and joy she brings to her life and dance choices and her shared performance skills . Bringing her in from her life in Greece boosts our happiness !!
A special feature of a YHY favorite person and performer – Frank Farinaro , one of the premier male dancers – Culture , Heritage , History – Dance … an interview by Tammye Nash , is reprinted with permission from Dallas Voice and with photos also by Tammye Nash .
Preventing and Recovering from Mishaps by Nizana , gives great suggestions for overcoming and dealing with mistakes ; and Happy New Year from Bellydancer of the Universe ®, included separately a list of their last year ’ s competition winners .
If the Shoe Doesn ’ t Fit – Must We Change the Foot by Amaya , is a terrific article on discovering who you are as a dancer ; Overcoming Fear & Stage Fright , a truly helpful article by Ma * Shuqa Mira Murjan with photos by Carl F . Sermon Photography ; and then rounding out the articles : Costume Inspiration – Yvonne De Carlo , Hollywood Harem Girl by Stasha Vlasuk , who also provided photos of Yvonne De Carlo ’ s harem girl movie career .
We ’ re so delighted that our terrific photographers have again shared some excellent Event Pictorials that showcases some of those stepping up to perform during these “ interesting ” times : Babdama 2021 photos by Carl . F . Sermon Photography ; The Wings of Isis Halloween Hafla 2021 , photos by Tammye Nash ; and Beaucoup de Bellies Fall 2021 , photos by Carl F . Sermon Photography . We love photos !!!
Don ’ t forget , let ’ s continue to help keep those sensational Vendors in business , who create , advertise , stock and offer music , instruments , and so many costumes that make it possible for us to look and sound sensational . We can ’ t wait to welcome those wonderful vendors back to our new THE EVENT – Yalla Raqs the Palace 2022 – Setting Our Dance World on Fire in North Texas .
The Belly Dance Chronicles is grateful for the opportunity to support those who are advertisers and encourage you to check them out .
And a reminder : We truly look forward to receiving your articles and photos – if you have a passion for what you know and / or do – pass it on – be one of our terrific beloved writers . If you have an event , and you ’ re back in person performing or vending or you have a special zoom article of zoom photos and performances and want to promote one of those fabulous photographers you know by sending us your favorite photos , we ’ d love to see them . Now is the time to use that amazing creativity for which you are famous and give us a unique look at what you do and how you do it ( dance AND music ideas ) … on-line , in person , outdoors , and at event locations … live music , recorded music – we want it all !!!
With much love and hugs , and Del
6 The Belly Dance Chronicles � January 2022