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Memphis, Tennessee
United States

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Member Since12/18/2006
Band Website www.MemphisRaqs.com
Band MembersLiz DiMaggio, director

Nicci L.

Student Troupe: Tia, Couri, Nadia, Rachel

InfluencesThe Indigo, UltraGypsy, Urban Tribal, Awalim, Dandasha, N.O.madic, and more...

Type of LabelMajor




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   About Memphis Raqs


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Join us at our new bellydance studio, Dance Oasis @ 2964 Stage Plaza North

Memphis Raqs is a bellydance company in Memphis, TN, specializing in the art of tribal fusion bellydance, an eclectic blend of traditional dances from the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia with a hint of contemporary urban spice.

The name Memphis Raqs (pronounced rocks) comes from the Arabic word raqs which means "to dance." Traditionally, bellydance is known as raqs sharqi, meaning "dance of the East"

Instruction:
We offer instruction in tribal fusion bellydance for students of all backgrounds, whether you're interested in a new dance genre, looking for a fun way to exercise and get fit, starting a new chapter in your life, or trying to escape the hussle and bussle of everyday life for an hour every week!

Summer 2009 Class Schedule:

Beginner Bellydance Technique & Drills - Thursdays days 6:00-7:00pm; $40/4 weeks
*Open Registration - simply email liz@memphisraqs.com or drop by the studio before or after any of our classes to register*


Level 1 Technique - Thursdays 7:15


Level 1/2 Choreography - Wednesdays 6:00


Tribal Improvisation - Mondays 6:00


Advanced Technique - Mondays 7:15

Head to our website for more details: www.memphisraqs.com!

Performance:
The dancers of Memphis Raqs are currently booking for Summer/Fall 2009! Performances can be catered to suit all ages and audiences. Contact liz@memphisraqs.com for inquiries. Head to www.memphisraqs.com/booking.html for more information Host a girls' night out, bachelorette party, bridal or baby shower at our Dance Oasis studio! Have a short bellydance lesson and a mini performance to celebrate your night out! You bring the wine, we'll bring the hip scarves!!

Memphis Raqs' performing their newest piece at our Spring Student Salon Memphis Raqs @ International Night 2008
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CultNoir





Jun 25 2009 9:38 PM

Thank you for becoming a Cult member.
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Jun 18 2009 5:11 PM

THANX FOR THE SUPPORT! KEEP ROCKIN OUT AND TURNIN HEADS! PEACE.
jVunLur





Jun 11 2009 8:03 PM

stopping by to say hello! how has everything been going? hope you are having an exceptional week. ttyl

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May 13 2009 7:51 PM

Thank you for being a friend!

Happy Dancing,
Olivia Kaplan
Under The Sun Belly Dance Bazaar
Memphis Belles





May 6 2009 11:36 PM

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Memphis Belles





May 4 2009 5:43 PM

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nadia sophia





Apr 26 2009 11:09 PM

It was very successful! I'll tell ya more about it tommorrow :).
BELLYHOUSE





Mar 27 2009 4:33 PM



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Pyrate Mistress Samra





Mar 20 2009 4:47 AM


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Feb 23 2009 12:38 AM

Check out our new live video and tell us what you think!



Oh, and we have some gear for sale!
BELLYHOUSE





Jan 21 2009 8:33 PM

Hello This Is our New Album :}


CLICK HERE TO PREVIEW THIS CD ON ITUNES--- THIS CD IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON ALL DOWNLOAD SITES :P

Julian Hallow





Jan 13 2009 4:27 AM

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Dec 24 2008 11:22 AM

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Dec 23 2008 12:14 AM

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Dandasha Dance Co





Oct 26 2008 12:02 AM

love this picture! y'all want to come out and shake it at the Raquy show?
Ashley





Oct 21 2008 2:59 AM

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Oct 7 2008 9:42 PM




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Sep 24 2008 12:58 PM

kay france!





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Ashley





Sep 15 2008 6:55 PM

Save the date! More Burlesque, Bands, & Beer from the Memphis Belles!!

ROMKA





Sep 14 2008 6:38 AM

thanks for adding Romka! Hope to see you all soon!
bodhicitta





Sep 11 2008 9:59 PM

Hey Ladies!
Thank you for the friendliness... see you soon.. hopefully:)
Yeeip! Love from Bodhicitta (the girls from the North, haha)
Memphis Music Foundation





Aug 5 2008 2:23 PM

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Aug 1 2008 3:05 AM

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Jul 24 2008 1:18 AM



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