Raqs Arabi, is belly dance  - a dance style which stems from many sources, most with roots in the music of the Middle East. It is frequently feminine yet strong and often hypnotic.

"Dance is music made visible." - said George Balanchine, belly dance is close to this tradition - a good dancer will interpret the music with subtle nuances of movement.

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