EPISODE · Apr 16, 2024 · 50 MIN
Ep 287. Izel Kirana: Exploring Tribal Fusion & Indian Kalbelia Dance
from Belly Dance Life · host Iana Komarnytska
Izel Kirana started her dance journey almost 15 years ago. Originally from Barcelona, she fell in love with belly dance, tribal fusion style, and eventually Indian culture and art. 5 years ago she embarked on multiple journeys to India in search of its classical dances and folklore, training in Rajasthani folklore dance, Kalbelia dance, Kathak dance and Indian fusion.In this episode you will learn about:- How Izel discovered tribal fusion, and eventual Kalbelia dance styles- Historical influences of Kalbelia dance- Izel’s experience of visiting India, and taking classes with local teachers- Fusion between different dance forms- Supporting the Kalbelia community by running a clothing & jewelry storeShow Notes to this episode:Find Izel Kirana on Instagram, and her Patreon page . Details and training materials for the BDE castings are available at www.JoinBDE.comFollow Iana on Instagram, FB, and Youtube . Check out her online classes and intensives at the Iana Dance Club.Find information on how you can support Ukraine and Ukrainian belly dancers HERE.Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcast
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Izel Kirana started her dance journey almost 15 years ago. Originally from Barcelona, she fell in love with belly dance, tribal fusion style, and eventually Indian culture and art. 5 years ago she embarked on multiple journeys to India in search of its classical dances and folklore, training in Rajasthani folklore dance, Kalbelia dance, Kathak dance and Indian fusion.
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