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Raks Sarama is a tribal-style Middle Eastern dance troupe based in the Oregon communities of Salem and Silverton. |
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This colorful, high-energy troupe draws on cultures from India and the Middle East as well as northern Africa and Spain in their rhythms and choreography. |
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Founded in 2002 by artist and dancer Barbara Beausoleil, the group of 11 dancers has dazzled audiences from Portland to Eugene with their unique style of folk/gypsy/bellydance fusion. |
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The dancers of the troupe are supported and inspired by their talented musicians, Raks Zealots. |
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In addition to
festive dancing, powerful drumming, and exotic costumes, audiences respond
to the love and connection the troupe has for each other.
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| The joy this group exudes spills out to the audience and spectators are swept up in the vibrant energy of the dance. |  |
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Raks Sarama has fun doing what they do and sharing it with the audience! |
| Instructional classes in tribal-style Middle Eastern dance are taught by the troupe’s founder and other troupe members. |  |
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or contact us via snail mail: Raks Sarama PO Box 457 Aumsville, OR 97325
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Our thanks to Gwen Cramer and John Leibowitz for their wonderful photography..
Feel the rhythm of the drums and join us in celebrating
the power and beauty of this ancient dance.
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Order your Raks Sarama
Beginning Tribal style dance book to start learning and creating your own
dances. This little booklet contains essential isolation techniques as
well as beginning, intermediate and advanced movements. We've also
included a page of zill patterns and drum rhythms. Small enough to carry
comfortably in a purse or back pack.
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