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Ramona, bellydance author

Dynamic Belly Dance is my hot new book, available at Amazon.com & DynamicBellyDance.com

About Me

Hi, I'm Ramona, author of Dynamic Belly Dance, The Joyful Journey of Dancemaking and Performing. ************************************************************ **I set out to produce a book which would be genuinely helpful in assisting dancers with using the steps and movements they already know and love in new and innovative ways. I also wanted to discuss topics which are not always covered in dance technique classes—such as how dancing slightly ahead of, exactly on, or behind the drumbeat relate to the feelings and impressions a dance evokes, and how this relates to dancing with a live band or recorded music. My book was just published in 2007. ************************************************************ **Sample my book, see my "I Love Bellydancing" commerical, mini-movies, author interview and more at:www.DynamicBellyDance.com Visit me there to get your autographed copy.

My Interests

Belly dancing, choreography, improvisation

I'd like to meet:

You! I'd like to hear about what you're doing and your unique talents.

Books:

www.DynamicBellyDance.com************************* Here’s what people are saying about Dynamic Belly Dance, The Joyful Journey of Dancemaking and Performing: *************************Ramona, your book is fabulous! I found myself nodding my head while I was reading it. Your ideas and concepts are full of insight and true information. I especially appreciated the organization and scientific approach to the material. It was very easy and pleasant to read.” Carolena Nericcio, director of FatChanceBellyDance (San Francisco, California) ************************* "I have to say that I LOVE your book!! At $40, I thought it was a risky splurge....but now I think I got an incredible bargain! It is chock-full of very useful ideas and insights (not to mention the gorgeous full-coplor photos). Literally, within 48 hours of receiving this book,I was already building my own choreographies for the first time, which is something I have wanted to do for years but I didn't know where to begin. Thank you, Ramona!! Your book has been a real blessing." Petra (Seattle, Washington) ************************* "...an impressive package, with thick glossy paper and colour photography throughout...peppered along the way with thought-provoking comments that resonate...most chapters are concluded with ideas for contemplation - which makes you re-evaluate what you have read and also is a useful tool in the application of the knowledge you have just received...a well-evolved book...a useful addition for any choreographer of Middle Eastern Dance..." Taqasim Magazine (United Kingdom) ************************* "This book was very easy to read and has lots of good quality photographs illustrating many aspects of belly dance. It contains lots of ideas for creating dances from almost anything...It is a very postive book that anyone with a love of music and dance would enjoy reading." NADA Magazine(United Kingdom) ************************* "...all I can say is OMG WHY DID I NOT HAVE THIS BOOK BEFORE??? I LOVE IT!! I have a feeling my dancing will grow by leaps and bounds...I almost feel like it was written for me." Sunayna (Texas) ************************* “Wow, a zero to 60 belly dance experience! Enjoyable for everyone, even a truly new beginner.” Sheryl Parsons, actress(Atlanta, Georgia) *************************“Ramona, I’ve just read your book, which I enjoyed very much . . . I thought it was very clear and well written, with lots of good, practical advice.” Wendy Buonaventura(London, England) ************************* “I really enjoyed reading this book and think it will help dancers who are approaching choreographing their dances . . . Your book drew me in and I engaged in a ‘conversation.’. . . Well done!” Andrea Deagon, Ph.D. (North Carolina) ************************* "...Ramona reveals secrets of belly dancing in new book...lavishly illustrated...might be the ultimate Mother's Day gift." Huntington News Network ************************* “The content of the book is perfect . . . ” Hilary Thacker(Edinburgh, Scotland) ************************* “I enjoyed it immensely . . . Dynamic Belly Dance is interesting and informative.” Saroya (Atlanta, Georgia) ************************* “Ramona, what a great book you've written. It's articulate, informative and easy to read and understand.” Satinka (Atlanta, Georgia) ************************* “Good approaches for creating choreographed dances. I enjoyed this!” Christine (Seattle, Washington) ************************* “Ramona, Dynamic BellyDance exquisitely conveys your enthusiasm for performance, which will inspire students and other dancers to tweak their presentations.” Tony Rutherford, Huntington News Net reporter (West Virginia) *************************

Heroes:

Mother Teresa

My Blog

Ancient Therapy - Discovering the Joy of Dance During Troubled Times

Since ancient times, dancing has served as an informal method of helping people cope with life's challenges and crises. In modern times, there is a branch of psychology called Dance and Movement Thera...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Wed, 04 Jun 2008 05:29:00 PST

Life Dances On - charity benefit for cancer patients

Help support cancer patients and their spouses/partners by buying a copy of the Dynamic Belly Dance book from www.DynamicBellyDance.com. A portion of the purchase price of every Dynamic Belly Dance bo...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Thu, 14 Feb 2008 05:41:00 PST

Recommended: Belly Dance, A Raqs Sharqi Magazine

I just subscribed to Belly Dance, A Raqs Sharqi Magazine, and I'm very impressed with it. Great full-color photos of many well-known dancers, easy to read articles, the inside scoop on some of the pop...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Tue, 27 Nov 2007 12:45:00 PST

HOW TO DRIVE IN ATLANTA

A friend emailed this to me, I don't know who the author is, but it's such a laugh that I want to share it with you:  1. You must first learn to pronounce the city name, it is Etlanna.  ...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Fri, 09 Nov 2007 05:21:00 PST

Performance tips for belly dancing at a birthday party

Creating a special dance in honor of a special occassion? Want to make a celebration extra-special for your special someone? Want to know where to find the bellydance version of the Happy Birthday son...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Wed, 17 Oct 2007 05:36:00 PST

Dance Meditation: 2 Easy, Energizing and Relaxing Techniques

Meditation is an ancient practice that focuses on breathing techniques and quieting the mind: observing what is happening at the present moment, enhancing relaxation and awareness. Dance meditation is...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 05:22:00 PST

The Magic of Dancing is Love

The Magic Of Dancing Is Love Dancing is an ancient tradition which has been used for thousands of years to celebrate happy events, and is rooted in expressing love. From antiquity up to the present,...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Mon, 09 Jul 2007 06:22:00 PST

Freebies for your blog, newsletter, ezine, emails

Free articles for your blog, newsletter, ezine or other publication:Go to www.DynamicBellyDance.com and click Articles (or click http://www.mindspring.com/~ramonam/id15.html). The articles I've writ...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Mon, 09 Jul 2007 06:13:00 PST

Premiere Party for Dynamic Belly Dance book

 Thank you to everyone who participated in my Dance-o-Graphing (belly dance party and book release celebration) at Messina's. The dancers were all so beautiful! It was wonderful to have...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Tue, 08 May 2007 06:46:00 PST

Bellydance benefitting the American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society is a charity that is especially meaningful to me. It's been almost a year since I lost my father to colon cancer. Though colon cancer screening isn't pleasant, it saves liv...
Posted by Ramona, bellydance author on Sat, 28 Apr 2007 04:02:00 PST