Friday, July 30, 2010

Dance and Spirituality

Dance, or as they say in Hindi, Nritya, is a passage to god, the pathway to the divine. In many of the Eastern countries, especially India, dance is a method of worship. Dance in many forms is spiritual. The sacredness of dance makes sit all the pure and ecstatic. Many forms of dance become a pathway to achieve the eternal. Dance and Music in the East is a powerful tool to connect to your inward energy and also the supernatural power that maintains the balance of the earth.

Special dance dresses and dance shoes are made to perform this form of art. Many dance forms in India like the kathak, bharatnatayam, kuchipudi etc. are performed on special occasions to appease the Gods. One of the main Gods of Hindu mythology, Lord Shiva, performed a dance to cleanse the human race of its sins. Even in a sect in the Muslims, the Sufis have a special form of dance through which they connect with the divine.

Even when not thinking it to be a spiritual, dance as is it is a beautiful activity which releases all the three- mind, body and soul.

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Dance Dance baby!!!

Dancing has been of the most popular hobbies of all times. It is not only a hobby but a way of living. Dance as a hobby has interested people across all barriers. The love of dance has transcended all borders and limitations to reach everyone’s heart. Even age could not restrict this beautiful art form from reaching to the crowds.

Dance among children is a trend that is gaining immense popularity. It becomes an absolute delight for parents to watch their tiny tots swirling and swinging in harmony. Even their non-coherent movements become most beautiful. There would hardly be anything more pleasurable than to watch young ballerinas gliding on the floor like new born pink baby swans.

In recent years special dance events for children are being held. There are dance dresses and dance shoes especially made for the little ones. The market for dance merchandise for kids is booming. The dance industry is evolving like never before with these little ferrets springing on the dance floor!!!

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Dance to your favorite tune!!!

Dance can be a sheer treat for body, mind and soul. It is proven beyond doubt that dance is great activity to improve the cardio-vascular cycle of the body. It increases the flexibility of the body to a great extent and betters the circulation of the blood. This considerably helps in the overall well being of a person.

Dance comes with holistic benefits. It beautifies you both on the inside and the outside. It is a deeply relaxing and satisfying activity. The pleasures of dance can be known by the dancer alone. Every step fills you with exhilaration like you have never experienced before. Dance is one of the best stress-busters. Dance consumes the entire existence of you and drives out all the negativity from the very insides of you.

In many countries, especially the eastern and African ones, dance is considered to be a form of worship. They use dance as a method to reach the divine. Dances there are performed with such skill and dexterity so as to transcend one into a trance. Some believe that dance can even be put to therapeutic use and can be used to cure certain maladies, especially that related to depression, stress and insomnia. Hence dance is definitely a treat for all- your body mind and soul.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Swirling Away To Success

Dance and dance moves can spell success. Fame, glamour, money, everything is there in this glittering world of dance. The glamour world is full of celebrities who have won their fame by dance. Their Dance Shoes have made marks that have lasted long enough to create history. The glitzy world of dance has stars that have shone brightly in the celeb- sky for years now and still their name has that gleam to it.

Anna Pavlova (1881-1931) is perhaps the most famous ballerina of all times. The famous Russian ballet dancer is best known for changing the ideals for ballet dancers, where the ideal figure for a ballerina was tall and a full body, she was small and thin, not the preferred body of a ballerina during her time. She is also credited for creating the modern Pointe shoe, the ballerina norm now. Mikhail Baryshnikov (1948-present) is known as the best living male ballet dancer; he is a famous Russian dancer. He has had roles in film, as he starred in the last season of Sex and the City. His glides and swirls are to die for.

There would hardly be a person on the face of the earth who hasn’t heard the name Michael Jackson (1958-2009). Pop sensation of the 1980s, wowed audiences with his eye-popping dance moves. He was as famous for his dance moves as for his music and songs. One of his movements that almost started a new genre in dance was the one popularly called the "moonwalk." Michael displayed an amazing skill for rhythm and dance at a very young age. Everything that he did was a phenomenon. His Dance Dresses became a rage with the youth. It was his unique style, snazzy Dance Wear and unconventional looks that made him all the more interesting and popular. Another exceedingly popular dance celebrity of all times is Sammy Davis, Jr, (1925-1990), An American dancer, a famous entertainer remembered mostly for his tap dancing ability. He began tap dancing at an age as young as four.

Dance has given these men and women not only the satisfaction and pleasure of pursuing the most passionate of all art forms but also a place in the sun. It has given them fame, prosperity, money, power and the celebrity status people die for. Martha Graham (1894-1991 was an American dancer and choreographer. She has won acclaim as the pioneer of modern dance form. She dared to introduce new, modern dance moves to the world. Fred Astaire (1899-1987) was a famous American film and Broadway dancer. He is well-known for starring with Ginger Rogers in a number of musical films. Gregory Hines (1946-2003) earned his fame as a famous tap dancer. The American artist appeared in several dance movies, including White Nights and Tap. Gene Kelly (1912-1996), an American dancer, is remembered for his highly energetic and athletic dancing style. He is well-known for his performance in Singing in the Rain. Patrick Swayze (1952-2009) was a well-known American dancer and actor. He starred as a dance instructor in the popular movie Dirty Dancing, one of the most famous dance movies of all times.

Sunday, July 18, 2010

Dance to the Rhythm of Life

Dance is a classic way to unleash the power of your soul with dance. The advantages of dance can be known to the dancer only. Along with the numerous health benefits it brings along a song, a song with the pulsating rhythm of life. The passion is too strong to put into words. This art form has traveled across centuries and continents to be one of the most popular activities of the modern day. There are in numerous dance forms in vogue all across the globe. Different dance forms have different requirements. An appropriate costume not only enhances a dance, it also adds value to the performance. Right accessories become imperative to create the right effect.

Dance is beautiful, and so are the things it brings along with it. Dance dresses and dance accessories form a major part of a performance or a competition. Dance shops, selling dance accessories like Dance Dresses, Dance Shoes, Leotards, Ballet Shoes, are becoming extremely popular with every passing day. As dance is just not a hobby, but a way of life. Dance Classes are becoming a rage in the urban society. There are dance classes teaching all kinds of dances for all occasions. These classes become a great occasion for people of all ages to socialize, work in a team and most importantly to learn dance, to realize their passion.

Every now and then there are Dance Events and Dance Camps. These events serve to be a great platform for dancers of all genres. For the professionals it becomes a treat to watch the young talents come forward and showcase their abilities. For the amateurs it is a wonderful opportunity to learn from other teams and also to display their performances. Dancing can make you learn a number of things along with those swan-like gliding movements of your body. It teaches you rhythm, it teaches you to go with the flow. It teaches you co-ordination and makes you a great team worker. Also, dancing has numerous health benefits. It improves your cardio-vascular cycle and is a proven stress buster.



With the unlimited benefits of dance and the easy access to dance classes and dance accessories, dancing has become a hot favorite with people of all ages and income groups.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

And The Beat Goes Like

Dance is perhaps the most expressive of activities. I may owe my biasness to the love of the art but even on a general consensus, dance is considered to be expressive for sure. Expressing your feelings is vital. Bottled up emotions may often lead to frustration and depression. This in turn can lead to lower work performance, complicated relationships and an unhealthy social life. Dance can for sure prevent all of this. Dancing also comes with a number of health benefits. Dance keeps your cardio-vascular cycle in a good shape and obviously is a great fat burner. Nothing can give your body the tantalizing curves like dance does. It is of course one of the best methods to stay in a shape that gives the “oomph” factor.

Besides all the medical benefits, dance definitely gives you the greatest feeling of well being. Whether it is swaying away with the music in waltz or going with the beat in hip hop, every dance form has its own unique way to make you feel as if you are in the air. Dance classes and Dance events can be a feast for your mind boy and soul. The trance like feeling you get, when it’s just you and the music is beyond any words. When you put on your dance shoes, there is no stopping you to transport into the world of music, dance and euphoria. The ecstasy dance brings along is comparable to none other. Dance is also a great source of emotional release. With every progressing day urban life is becoming more and more stressful. In this scenario dance becomes your companion to drive the stress away. The movie series High School Musical, though a teenage movie, carries along with it a beautiful message. Troy Bolton was under constant pressure from his father-coach to excel in basketball. Gabriella then came along, who sets his heart on theatre and dance and Troy is never the same. After initial resistance from his father, Troy could never separate himself from dance and drama. This helped him to better himself in basketball too and also contributed to his overall success in life.

Though this example is from a fiction, but it certainly tells us how pursuing your passion can change your life and give you the satisfaction no grades or trophies or medals could ever give. Dance brings flexibility and grace to your body. It increases your strength and endurance and it makes you look and feel beautiful no matter what!!!

Thursday, July 1, 2010

The Dance of Life

Online Dance Accessory Stores and Dance Costume Stores are changing the face of dance industry rapidly.

A dancer would always have a better view and comprehension of life, because dance embodies in itself life. For a dancer there is nothing more pleasurable than dancing. Dance camps and events brings together dancers, hence bring together talent- raw talent and pulsating life. Dance is more than the movement of body and limbs in a synchronized manner. It is flowing with the music, letting the music spirit guide you. Dancing in groups can be an extremely learning experience. In a group you not only have to follow your rhythm, but also of your group mates. It then enables you to evolve to a higher level where you can flow in a rhythm higher than yourself.

Dance imbibes the spirit of rhythm and synchronization. Nothing better than these qualities being inculcated at a tender age when a child is like wet clay which can be molded in any way you like. Having your kids compete in group dances serves a dual purpose. Where at one hand your kid learns to learn in a group, on the other hand it also fills them with a sense of competition which is indispensable in today’s highly competitive world. The best part is that dance offers to be the healthiest form of competition where you can learn as much from your competitors.

Over the time dance has evolved from being just a hobby to a fully fledged industry with a turnover of more than a billion dollars per year. Dance lovers want the right equipments for their highly revered passion. Dance shop owners try and bring to their clients the best of everything. Dance wear stores are cropping up in huge numbers to fulfill the fetish of the dance lovers. The demand for Dance wear, dance shoes, dance accessories, is increasing by mammoth scale. Be it ballet, jazz, high kick, hip hop or lyrical, every dance has its own peculiar requirements. Dance clothes stores come forward to help you obtain all that you want for your favorite dance.

When everything from buying your favorite car to booking a hotel at your favorite holiday destination is online, so is buying your Dance Merchandise. At online accessory stores you can find accessories right for your genre of dance.