Lisa Casselli This is Me

 Web References

1. 1. MEDiM6(09/2004)

   www.aaminahdance.com/MEDiM6sep - [Cached]

   Published on: 9/1/2004   Last Visited: 1/13/2007

   The first Drum Circle and Belly Dance Jam sponsored by Steven "Drum" Kouyoumjian and Lisa Casselli (article below) was "an unqualified success", and will hopefully become a regular monthly event - a dancer-friendly live music venue which combines open dancing and the chance for dancers to perform for a supportive audience with the opportunity for drummers to practice Middle Eastern rhythms.
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   The fact that there were more drummers than dancers was a bit intimidating, so Lisa broke the ice by "roping" the dancers onto the stage with her veil. She noted that "everybody left with smiles on their faces".
   
   Steven and Lisa envision the Drum Circle and Belly Dance Jam as a place to dance to live music arranged especially for belly dancers, to "stretch out and try something new", to socialize, and to build community between dancers and musicians.
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   For more details or to register visit the Belly Dance Music Association website or email Lisa Casselli.
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   For more details email Lisa Casselli.
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   Steven "Drum" Kouyoumjian and Lisa Casselli offer an introduction to Middle Eastern Rhythms - three hours of instruction, demonstrations and hands-on drumming for the beginner or intermediate drummer.
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   In 1999, Steven "Drum" Kouyoumjian and Lisa Casselli formed the Belly Dance Music Association to produce belly dance events that focus on bringing music and dance together.
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   Steven and Lisa are dedicated to making music specifically for belly dancers and to creating venues for dancers and musicians to come together.
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   There are also plans for a Middle Eastern Festival of Rhythm at the Portland Cultural Exchange in early 2005 (date to be announced), which will include live belly dance music by Steven and Lisa and Friends, Steven's exceptional drumming, belly dance performances by Lisa and guest belly dancers, open dancing, and line dancing.
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   For more information about the Belly Dance Music Association, visit their website or email Steven and Lisa.
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   * If you are interested in participating in the First Annual Maine Bellydance Festival, please contact Steven and Lisa at 207-459-7200 or by email to reserve a performance slot.