Eastern Dance

Eastern Dance

Eastern dance is a dance native to the Middle East and Arabian regions, practiced most of all by, but not limited to, women. It is considered one of the most ancient dances in the world, above all in the Middle East and Maghreb countries, such as Algeria, Tunisia, Lebanon, Iraq, Turkey, Morocco and Egypt.

In a strict sense, the term refers to eastern classic dance, which developed itself in  princely courts; in a wider sense, it can refer itself to all dance forms we know nowadays.

It is practiced by women, because it completely expresses femininity, vitality and sensuality. Eastern dance is unique of its kind: there are several styles that differ according to the native Country, such as the dance with the veil. In general, this dance is characterized by the sinuosity and sensuality of the movements: it is amazing both with rhythmic and slow music. Usually, it is practiced by professional female dancers. Continue...