Dance Today! Flamenco - Active Lifestyle Makeover Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been looking for a DVD like this one for years! I've been dancing Middle Eastern for years, but have always been fascinated by gypsy and flamenco dance. I've bought several videos, some of them better than others, but with one exception (and that DVD only offered a few steps), they don't break down the posture, hand movements, upper body/lower body steps, etc.

Lunaris' DVD is completely the opposite! Lunaris breaks down both dances into combinations, which she then carefully breaks down still further, beginning with the absolute basic -- how to get your skirt up to your hand. From there, she explains posture and attitude, separates and explains upper and lower body steps and hand movements, and then demonstrates how to put it all together.

On top of this, Lunaris is lovely, and her demeanor and accent are delightful. She provides additional personal commentary on a few steps, too -- for instance, she describes how, in Spain, children learn one hand movement as "picking an apple, eating the apple, throwing the apple away." The DVD is so detailed and careful, I'd happily pay this much for a video that provided just *one* of these dances!

I also *love* the way Lunaris explains dance as a language. She teaches the steps as "vocabulary," then suggests that once you know the vocabulary, you can improvise to music.

My only complaint with this video -- and it's slight enough, I still wish I could give this DVD a dozen stars! -- is that she faces the viewer and uses terms like "this leg" instead of "right leg."

Nevertheless, this DVD is an absolute must-buy if you've ever been intrigued by Spanish dance, whether gypsy or flamenco. It's a fantastic addition for Middle Eastern dancers who would like to add a little flair to their dance. When I'm finished with this review, I'm going to buy both of Lunaris' other videos!

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When life becomes a bit too predictable and routine drains youof excitement, it's time to let the magic of dance carry you beyond yourcurrent horizons. Discover new ways to move, to look, to find friends, tostay in shape, and to shake off stress. Dance is a language: Tell yourstory and celebrate your true self through sensual, feminine movement. Evenif you learn just a few steps, dance will always be with you, a sparklingnew facet to the precious gem that is YOU.
Learn two beautiful dances with Puela Lunaris - Gypsy Tangos and Farruca!
Gyspy Tangos are one of Flamenco's most sensual dances.More ancient thanthe Argentine Tango, the Gypsy Tangos are traditionally danced at gypsyweddings and celebrations in Spain. Learn a full choreography in thetraditional manner of waving your skirt into passionate flames and movingyour hips the gypsy way.
Farruca is a passionate and powerful footwork dance, energizing and full oflife. Farruca was one of the first dances to develop within Flamenco as aperforming art during the Modernist era. It had deep influence upon thework of Diaghilev, Massine and Picasso. An outstanding stress reliever,dancing the Farruca feels invigorating and empowering.
* Bonus! Puela Lunaris' performances of Gypsy Tangos and Farruca with liveband.

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