About 'Azraa
It is my greatest wish that others could feel the joy I feel when I dance.
I was never one for sports or music or much for anything besides books and nerdy stuff. I took the required tap, jazz, and lion taming as a little girl but was done with that by the time I was 10. In High School, the local Community College had a six week Introduction to Bellydance Course. My mom and I signed up but she chickened out. I enjoyed the class and thought that it would be something that I would try again someday.
In 2004, I had the honor to be in a Persian wedding. The bride's cousin danced at the reception in such a way that I was moved in a way I never had been by art. As I made the three hour drive home, all I could think about was finding a way to bring that dance into my life. My engine hadn't cooled before I was on the internet searching for classes.
From 2004-2007, I was a student of Alexia's School of Middle Eastern Dance in Knoxville, TN. In 2007, I decided to broaden my dance horizons and began studying with Sabylla of Bellabelly and Shahira, both of Knoxville, TN. From that time until 2009 I was a member of Bellabelly and Shahira's Troupe Hyetti. I like to think that I still am and always will be a member of Troupe Hyetti. They are my friends, sisters and partners in this dance.
In 2009, my life took a turn and I moved back home to Owensboro, KY. It is here that I opened Bluegrass Bellydance to spread my joy and my art with others.
In 2010, it was I who taught that same six week class at the local community college, bringing my dance life full circle. From here I move forward both in my own dance and cultural training and sharing my knowledge with others.
My goal is to expand my knowledge of all forms of Middle Eastern Dance, especially the roots of the art form. I hope to then share the knowledge and skills that I have gained in my travels with others.
For more information on booking 'Azraa for your next event please click here
I was never one for sports or music or much for anything besides books and nerdy stuff. I took the required tap, jazz, and lion taming as a little girl but was done with that by the time I was 10. In High School, the local Community College had a six week Introduction to Bellydance Course. My mom and I signed up but she chickened out. I enjoyed the class and thought that it would be something that I would try again someday.
In 2004, I had the honor to be in a Persian wedding. The bride's cousin danced at the reception in such a way that I was moved in a way I never had been by art. As I made the three hour drive home, all I could think about was finding a way to bring that dance into my life. My engine hadn't cooled before I was on the internet searching for classes.
From 2004-2007, I was a student of Alexia's School of Middle Eastern Dance in Knoxville, TN. In 2007, I decided to broaden my dance horizons and began studying with Sabylla of Bellabelly and Shahira, both of Knoxville, TN. From that time until 2009 I was a member of Bellabelly and Shahira's Troupe Hyetti. I like to think that I still am and always will be a member of Troupe Hyetti. They are my friends, sisters and partners in this dance.
In 2009, my life took a turn and I moved back home to Owensboro, KY. It is here that I opened Bluegrass Bellydance to spread my joy and my art with others.
In 2010, it was I who taught that same six week class at the local community college, bringing my dance life full circle. From here I move forward both in my own dance and cultural training and sharing my knowledge with others.
My goal is to expand my knowledge of all forms of Middle Eastern Dance, especially the roots of the art form. I hope to then share the knowledge and skills that I have gained in my travels with others.
- Family Friendly
- Fun and Energetic
- Great Rates
- Classical Egyptian, Cabaret and Folk Dance Styles
- Demonstration and Instruction - Great for Bridal Showers, Bachelorettes or Girls' Night In!
For more information on booking 'Azraa for your next event please click here
