Letter . . . from the Editor :
Our Cover this issue honors the passing of well-known and talented Musician Andreas Chianis , shown in a photo with his lovely wife , Tonya , of Belly Dance of the Universe fame . We are so sorry for this family ’ s and the Dance and Music community ’ s devastating loss . Don ’ t miss this featured history by Marta Schill and Tonya ’ s loving poem .
We have an outstanding variety of articles this issue once again , from Kristen Raeesi ’ s ( Romini American scholar ) article on Aisha Ali and The Nawari Nights of Egyptian Music and Dance ( continuing her series of articles ), that impresses with the research involved and is fascinating ; to Princess Farhana ’ s timely tips on Winter Health & Beauty for Busy Dancers .
Amaya ’ s Star Talk always features a variety of answers to her Dance / Music / Feeling questions , and Jasmin Jahal gives us great input on How to Get What You Want from Dance . Fahtiem ’ s The Value of Effort really hits the spot . A sad thing to say goodbye , but appreciation for all the joy that has been brought is in Nizana ’ s A Conversation with Saroya & Saqra about the Mediterranean Fantasy Festival .
And Ma * Shuqa is a double-threat this issue with two articles … We Should be Thankful and be Happy – 9 Lies that keep us from Enjoying Dancing , hits the spot ; and she showcases a delightful vendor in From Egypt with Love , Mostafa Epy , a vendor of Egyptian Jewelry .
It ’ s exciting to showcase in pictorials in this New Year issue , not only our fabulous Staff Photographer Carl F . Sermon ’ s Event Images , but to give you photos of many of you also by Tammye Nash , Gail Dittenber , Chris Brown , Joe Hill , and our own layout artist , Cassie Quinn . Event Reviews include Hip Expressions – Showcase and Workshop with Artemis Mourat by Nizana and Amaya ’ s Oriental Potpourri 2016 ( with Aziz ) by Sabra . Plus a five-star Video Review by Zephirah of Sa ’ Diyya ’ s Top Notch Tabla Solo : Belly Dance Drum Solo Technique Drills & Choreography .
We love providing you with a “ bit of everything ” to sweeten your passion for this dance and music genre and thank you – our writers , photographers , vendors , and advertisers , for being there to make this possible . And we love it when you pass on the info about this 15 year magazine commitment to your friends , so we can continue to make this happen for you .
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Help us share all of the choices with those hungry for the tales of your experiences , your knowledge , your studies , and photos of your events !
The Isis Foundation Board of Directors presented to Isis a custom-designed cross by From Egypt with Love
Hugs and love , and Del
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4 The Belly Dance Chronicles � January 2017