Amani Jabril Press Kit

NOW ACCEPTING BOOKINGS FOR 2010!!

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Amani is now accepting engagements for workshops, performances, special events as well as other bookings; worldwide, for 2010.

For more information about Amani please visit us at http://www.amanijabril.com/.

See video of Amani at YouTube

For specific questions or to book an event, please contact Amani at amani@amanijabril.com / autumn_amani@hotmail.com or via telephone at 404-550-4692.

BIOGRAPHY

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AMANI JABRIL, Atlanta, GA, USA - Best known for her fluid and deeply sensual style of dance, or “MEOW”, she has built her reputation on delivering stellar dance technique combined with the heart and soul of the Middle East. Trained from an early age in dance and drama, AMANI has studied and performed extensively throughout Europe, the Middle East and North America. Nominated for Favorite Oriental Dancer of the Year 2004 & 2006, she is a gifted instructor who is now teaching nationally with workshops scheduled around the United States. Click here for expanded bio and full resume.

INTERVIEW WITH AMANI AT "THE BEST BELLY DANCE SHOW EVER!"

Bold and Beautiful Belly Dance

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"RAQS SHARQI" is the timeless and multidimensional dance of the Arab world. Known to the West as “BELLY DANCE".

It has deep traditional roots as well as modern forms of expression.

The music is expansive and sweeping, with strong rhythmic lines and lyrical melodies. The movement conventions reflect the music: expansive use of space and body line and varied qualities of movements ranging from powerful to refined through which the dancer can express the rhythm and 'feel' of the melodies.

CLICK HERE FOR "RAQS SHARQI VIDEO"

Video Details: Amani Jabril as you have never seen her before! Live with Desert Beat and Guest, Master Drummer, meriwan Abdullah at the Global Movement show in Nashville, TN November 9, 2008

All Workshops: Workshops in technique, combinations and choreography are available. Please feel free to choose one focus (ie: "choreography") or mix and match your focus (ie: technique & combinations) to suit the needs of your students. "Click" on the topics for more information.

CONTEMPORARY RAQS SHARQI

FUSION

Latin / Arabic
R & B / Jazz / Arabic

CLICK HERE FOR "HIP HOP LEYLAT HOB VIDEO"

Video Details: Fusion performance by Amani, blending Arabic, Hip Hop and jazz influences. Shot live in Atlanta, GA for RAWA to benefit Afghan Women and Children.

SPECIALTY DANCES

Sword
Fire
Silk fans
Fire Fans
Character Dances

CLICK HERE FOR "AMAZING FIRE FANS VIDEO"

Dances of the Middle East and Beyond - EGYPT

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Though famous for being the cradle of contemporary belly dance, Egypt enjoys several diverse regions, each with its own unique folklore and culture.

All Workshops: Workshops in technique, combinations and choreography are avilable. Please feel free to choose one focus (i.e. "choreography") or mix and match your focus (i.e. technique & combinations) to suit the needs of your students. "Click" on the topic for more information.

Shammadan (Candelabrum)

Dancing the Zeffa

Saidi

Assaya (stick or cane)/ Tahtib

Hagala

Melaya Louf

Dances of the Middle East and Beyond - ARABIAN PENINSULA

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"KHALIJI" denotes the cultures and dances originating in the area known as the Persian/Arabic Gulf.

Often times, American dancers refer to one style of women’s dance by this name. More often than not, refering to group dances performed by women for women and emphasize the beauty of the costume and dancers hair.

The dance movements include sharp quick shoulder shimmies, poly-rhythmic clapping, and some footwork. Male and female varieties and regional styles in the dance differ distinctly.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW IRAQI KHALIJI VIDEO

Video Details: This style is unique to groups in the coastal areas of Iraq. It includes some of the hallmarks of the more the widely known Khaliji style but differs widely in musicality and vigor. Performed by Amani and partner Linda (Nashville)for the Global Movement show November 9, 2008 in Nashville, TN

All Workshops: Workshops in technique, combinations and choreography are available. Please feel free to choose one focus (i.e. "choreography") or mix and match your focus (i.e. technique & combinations) to suit the needs of your students.

Emirati

Iraqi

"Khaliji Party"

"Khaliji Party II"

Video Clip - Reviewing Choreography in Amani's Khaliji Party Workshop

Dances From the Middle East and Beyond - IRAN

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Description:
Persian dance is the perfect choice for the dancer wanting to add fluid style and elegance to her repertoire. Iranian dance is highly expressive and always poised and beautiful. More often performed in solo but easily adapted for troupes. Amani offers some traditional dances as well as contemporary Persian pieces.

All Workshops:
Workshops in technique, combinations and choreography are available. Please feel free to choose one focus (i.e. "choreography") or mix and match your focus (i.e. technique & combinations) to suit the needs of your students.

BABA KHARRAM

"DANCE OF THE ROSE AND THE NIGHTINGALE"

CONTEMPORARY PERSIAN DANCE

CLICK HERE FOR "BABA KHARRAM VIDEO"

Dances of the Middle East and Beyond - KURDISTAN

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Description:
In Kurdistan dances reflect samples of Kurdish life over the past thousands of years. Rhythmic and elegant movements (originating from historical record, geographical location, the Kurdish way of living, beliefs, work and struggle, war and quarrel), are called Halparke.

All Workshops:
Workshops in technique, combinations and choreography are available. Please feel free to choose one focus (i.e. "choreography") or mix and match your focus (i.e. technique & combinations) to suit the needs of your students.

Kurdish Sorani “Cheypi”

Kurdish Sorani "Seypeyi"

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Dance From the Middle East and Beyond - GREECE

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Description: Great for dancers looking for something to spice up their repertoire. Greek dance is fun and fast-paced and generates a sense of community and connectedness. Excellent for troupes. Amani offers the “Traditional” dances as well as the“ Remebetika” dances (the modern dances of the Taverna), including the Greek styled belly dance or “Chifitelli”. (Historical, cultural and choreographic information about these dances were gathered in the field by Amani)

All Workshops: Workshops in technique, combinations and choreography are available. Please feel free to choose one focus (i.e. "choreography") or mix and match your focus (i.e. technique & combinations) to suit the needs of your students.

THE REMBETIKA

Chiftitelli (”Belly Dance”)

Hasapiko

Hasaposerviko (”Zorba”)

Zeibeikiko

Tsamiko

"TRADITIONAL" AND REGIONAL STYLES

Kalamatianos

Ballos

Karagouna

Sousta

Pentozali

Ikariotikos

Kostari

Tik

Gaida

Now Accepting Bookings for 2009!

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Amani Jabril is Now Accepting Bookings for Performances, Workshops and Special Events in 2009!!

For More Information: amani@amanijabril.com / autumn_amani@hotmail.com or 404-550-4692