Thursday, March 1, 2012

Fifi Abdo Egyptian belly dancing queen



Of the world, Egypt is seen as the Mecca of belly dancing, and the popularity of the modern Egyptian belly dance owes much to the icon's legendary Fifi Abdou. Described as a national treasure, is the Queen Fifi, "the municipal Raqs" folk dance of ancient origin which originated in Egypt.Belly dancing at the hands of Brazilian dancers
Despite the impressive technology Fifi expressive in all parts of the world, did not hone her talent through dance career. A growing up in a poor family and wide in a village outside Cairo, I saw Fifi great dancers such as greeting Carioca on television. Before the age of 12, she began belly dancing with the local folklore band. Tall for her age and sophisticated beauty modelesque soon began to do at weddings, nightclubs, hotels, five start.
Although an accomplished dancer Fifi is, technical skills are not the reason behind its success. Instead, her character made the Witch, and the megawatt smile explanatory flow pattern with a pregnant Queen of Egyptian belly dancing. At the height of its success was Fifi belly dancing with live band for large crowds from all over the world. Its authenticity and the use of props also innovative. Fifi has danced with the shisha (water pipe Egyptian), finger cymbals used, danced with a cane and with a veil.
Fifi dance style is not about tons of complex movements, but the accuracy and implementation using high-energy style is admired because it shifts smoothly and has a performance activity. One of the signature move is the Egyptian belly dancing shimmies rotating them to be able to travel up through her body. Circles in the pelvis, hip drops, jumps and spins also distinct movements. Fifi is the transfer of her signature backbend recycling. I also worked moves facial expression, energy, sassy, ​​and many hand movements in her routine work.
Has been known to dance bare feet Fifi and belly dancing costumes and legendary. It is believed to have caused more than 5000 costumes in the earlier part of her life, she will re-invest profits often have to go buy some new clothes. Fashion has its own set of fashion flashy cabaret featuring exquisite details, dresses with sleeves Saidi bell and evening gowns with high heels. Fifi has also famous for the performance of belly dancing while wearing a galabeya, a traditional dress and the white man is characterized by a wide sleeves and falling to the ankles. Could be that those who attend live shows for her to expect to see changes through multiple costume Fifi her routine.
What really distinguishes Fifi apart from others in the scene Egyptian belly dancing is the love of their appearance. As in all parts of an entertainer, Fifi realizes the importance of the interaction of the public. Often speak to their audience with the microphone during a performance, comes to the tables to chat and get the audience to applaud her as you make. Took advantage of a sharp business woman her love for dance in the eastern sound business to become one of the richest women in Egypt.
Now in her 50s, and retired from the belly dancing Fifi in 2004, but still active. It was in Egyptian belly dancing workshops all over the world, where students learn eager signature moves and performs at special occasions. During the 1990s, actress Fifi also became known in the Arab world, performing in movies and soap operas and plays. Her Egyptian belly dancing videos are also very popular with art students and fans. He married five times Fifi and has three children. From humble beginnings, taught herself how to Fifi read, write and learn English to help her career. Rose is a national treasure in the art of belly dancing, and left a legacy that can not be ignored.







 

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