What does Egyptian style bellydance mean?
As bellydancing is such an old art form, different styles of dance have developed from different regions, such as Egypt, Turkey and Lebanon. There are also different styles of folklore, which are designed to represent different regions of the Middle East. Different styles can be differentiated by the music, dance movements and costumes. Egyptian costumes are often worn lower on the hip to accent the movments of the hips and belly, and the most typical rhythmic beats follow a 4/4 count. In terms of dancing, Egyptian movments are often more subtle and controlled compared to the more lively and acrobatic movements of other styles.
