Brilliant Bellydancer with April Rose
The Brilliant Bellydancer podcast delves into the professional aspects of belly dancing, covering technique, improvisation, choreography, finger cymbals, frame drum, history, and music. It also explores the business side of belly dance, including gigging, teaching, touring, studio direction, troupe organization, makeup, and costumes. Host April Rose shares insights from her experience teaching hundreds of dancers through her online programs and Dance Cohesion format.
Episodes
What it looks like when the muse visits me
imrpov dance video + LIVE workshops
10 Years of Bellydance Friendship
performance video + LIVE bellydance workshop
From the Studio to the Stage (behind the scenes video)
performance video + LIVE frame drum workshop
My Ursula Performance Video is ALIVE!
performance video
Dance is Efficient Medicine
Links mentioned in this episode:Stephanie Chiang’s Gift of the Nile ShowStephanie’s performance using Dance Cohesion combos with finger cymbalsRaqs Reawakening Show (Austin, Texas) JULY 29Bellydance and Frame Drum Performance Series (online prep with a final show in Houston, Texas) AUG 5-SEP 12Dance Cohesion Stage 1 Weekend Intensive for Bellydance and Frame Drum (Austin, Texas) OCTOBER 3-4 ⭐
Dancing Goddess: What is Fusion Bellydance?
Fusion bellydancer, Lamia Barbara, recently released an interview she did with me in 2021 on her Dancing Goddess podcast. It’s an interesting conversation where she asked me…- How did dance enter your life?- How does the goddess appear in your dance?- What advice would you give to new fusion bellydancers?- What is your creative process when you make a new dance?- How would you define fusion bellyd
Stop trying to be cool and just be a bellydance weirdo
In this short podcast episode that feels like a catch-up with an old friend I talk about…- Being the deliberate creator of my life experience- Turning my beginner-friendly bellydance series into a magical belief ritual ✨- Being inspired by my students becoming their own powerful solo dancers- What I learned about myself as an artist by reading a popular book that I absolutely hated 😡- Enjoying par
Life Update: Ursula Performance, Mom Life, and New Studio
I have a lot to share with you in my newest tearful and revealing podcast episode.During this 23 minute chat I talk about:The ability of the creative process to show you how powerful you areRefusing to use dance as a site for self harmNavigating chapters of life where you don’t recognize yourselfFinding the hope and self-belief to build a new lifeSearching for balance between being a parent and an
Bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out!
In this podcast episode I announce my new free live masterclass happening soon! I tell you who the class is for and what I’ll be teaching so you can decide if it’s something you want to give your time to. (If you are a professional bellydancer then you’ll want to come so make sure to register TODAY!)🔥 I am teaching a new FREE live masterclass soon! Bellydancers: Boss Up or Burn Out!How to bui
Announcing Boss Bellydancer
In this podcast I announce my new group coaching program, Boss Bellydancer, and explain everything about it (and how to join for the best price ever)!⭐️ I will be opening my new mastermind for professional bellydancers soon!Inside my new Boss Bellydancer program you get all the education, support, feedback, templates, and community you need to become a certified Dance Cohesion trained teacher and
Behind the scenes: Creating my new Ursula-inspired bellydance
In this podcast and video series I am inviting you to look behind the curtain as I create my new solo fusion bellydance act!(And I announce some exciting new offers coming soon!)In my new short & binge-able video series, I'm sharing behind the scenes of my creative process as I create my new fusion bellydance act inspired by Ursula. 🐙💋🐚I'm inspired by Ursula's villainous nature, her desire for
Frame Drum for Bellydance
When you drum and dance simultaneously you quickly access the flow state. A state of existing in and expanding the present moment. You are spending time in deep connection with your body.In our increasingly digital and solitary world, we need more ways of deeply connecting with our bodies. Not more ways of numbing out, but more ways of feeling in.The way you feel is your gift to others. When you a
Brilliant Bellydancer Is Here! Answering Your Questions About My Self-Study Program
In this podcast I answer your questions about my new program, Brilliant BellydancerThe premiere online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance:Every single thing you need to build the skills and knowledge to be a confident versatile bellydancer: Technical skill. Improvisation. Choreography creation. Finger cymbals. Frame drum. Historical knowledge. Musical intelligence.I answer your questio
Bellydance Party Trick: Sabrage ️
Try THIS impressive party trick at the next event where you are hired to
bellydance and “wow” them when you open a bottle of champagne with your
SWORD!
My Story: Lessons Learned from 26 Years in Bellydance
From touring the globe to running a dance studio and more, there have been so many magical chapters!Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/mystory_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame D
All About My New Program “Brilliant Bellydancer”
In this podcast episode I give some personal and dance life updates (spoiler: I did a tour gig in Guadalajara with my 8 month old baby in tow! Dancer-Mom bucket list item checked off. ✅)I also tell you everything you need to know about my new self-study online program: Brilliant BellydancerThe premiere self-study online course for mastering ALL aspects of bellydance: technique, improvisation, chor
5 Pros & Cons of Being a Professional Bellydancer
Some of these will surprise you!Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/5-pros-and-cons-of-being-a-professional-bellydancer_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for Bellydance works
4 Secrets of Solo Improvisation
Advice I give every bellydancer about solo improvisation.Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/4-secrets-of-bellydance-solo-improvisation_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes dancers make that stop them)..._______________________🥁Get the Frame Drum for
The Bold Bellydancer Shift
The world of bellydance is changing and so are we. Those who are leaning into their authenticity are leading right now! Here's how...Read the full article: https://aprilrose.dance/blog/2022/12/27/-how-to-become-a-bold-bellydancer_______________________Resources + Links:👀 Get instant access to my FREE masterclass to learn my five secrets to being a confident versatile bellydancer (and the mistakes
My pregnancy, labor, and postpartum experience as a bellydancer
As a professional bellydancer, I was worried what pregnancy, labor, and postpartum would do to my body, identity, and career. Despite some of my fears coming true, the experience of giving birth has actually helped me reach a new level of personal power and self love. I am sharing the raw and real details of what I experienced and learned throughout the birth process, through a dancer’s lens.My
⭐️ The ONE thing stopping you from going pro
and it’s something you can change TODAY
✅ 7 Ways to Practice Correctly
so you get good FAST
✨ 10 ways to make your dance practice fun!
Having fun is truly the fastest and most effective way to master a skill!
8 Boundary Setting Tips Every Bellydancer Needs to Know
Only 50% of your performance is about how well you dance. Here’s the rest
of the skills you need to have.
3 Myths You Probably Believe About Fusion Bellydance Improvisation
the misconceptions that are holding you back
The Ultimate Guide to Developing Your Artistic Voice
It’s a lot easier than you think
⚡️ 8 Tips for Boosting Your Creativity
so you can make art you love
How to ground yourself spiritually every day
with frame drum and voice
3 Tips for Building Your Confidence
Being your authentic self is an act of rebellion.
⏳ How I Created a Performance in 5 Minutes
Choreography, Costuming, and All!
You're not the only one
I don't know who needs to hear this...
3 Ways to make your dance space sacred
even if your studio is between your bed and your wall
3 words I would tell my younger self
what I wish I knew as a beginner dancer
❤️ New performance video!
(we had so much fun!)
Reflections on my birthday
and a new performance video
️ Witness the Beauty of Persian Dance
PS: my weekly bellydance and frame drum classes in Austin, TX begin this
week!
I've never shown this before
a peek behind the curtain
I'm scared to tell you this
because you’ll think I’m childish
"Why do you still bother trying?"
and other thought gremlins to ignore
❤️ "Purposefully Imperfect" - my new motto!
for making progress and getting things done
What No One Will Tell You About How to Get More Dance Gigs
I’m sharing everything I know about how you can get more performance
opportunities
One of my favorite dances EVER!
It seriously gives me chills
In The Lap of The Garden [Show Review]
“an inspirational and enchanting show”
Joy Is Resistance
Last Chance to Get Early-Bird Tickets! [In the Lap of the Garden]
A Dance for Freedom
Dance is a basic human right that should be afforded to everyone.
The reason you feel jealous of other dancers
Time to ditch the scarcity mindset
Addressing commitment creep...
You know, when slowly over time you just end up involved in way too many
things?
Connections in Community
"Erzurum Çarşı Pazar" (Sari Gelin) with Faruk Çalışkan
Drumming with the UT Middle Eastern Ensemble
that’s what makes life worth living!
7 Tricks to Try When You Want to Quit
Try these before you throw in the towel
Bake a shame cake and eat it
and other ways to get creative with your dance friends
☀️ Setting New Intentions On The Solstice
Start a new cycle with me!
Learn a Frame Drum Choreography!
New Public Workshop!
Vulnerability Hangovers
a side effect of courage 🤺
Have you also become a new person in the last month?
Is it just me? Or have you been experiencing major changes inside of you,
too?
I don't talk about this enough
the secret joy of collective music!
My Pledge
Accountability statement and invitation to my current and future dance
students
Read My Master's Thesis
Bellydance in America: Strategies for Seeking Personal Transformation
Adventures in Kazakhstan
Expressing rage through fusion bellydance
Tales of a Nile River Cruise
Videos from my trip to Egypt
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