January 30, 2021

“For belly dancers, our deepest and oldest connection to our performing ancestors is through our signature instruments, finger cymbals.” Dawn Devine ~ Davina Finger Cymbals in the Egyptian Exhibit at the Bristol Museum, Bristol, UK Photo by Alisha Westerfeld Finger cymbals are an iconic element in our dance. They are a defining hallmark for performers […]
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January 15, 2021

January – Topic & Talk This month my “Topic and Talk” is all about the ancient history of finger cymbals. Over on my Facebook page, I’m sharing lots of images of bronze-era finger cymbals from the collections of museums around the globe. My goal is to help my fellow instructors, self-directed students, and belly dance […]
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