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Hello Lovelies! Looking forward to DID 2010 and Costa Rica?!?!

2009-11-09T18:30:03Z

How could I not know there was this tribe?
I hope to be teaching my passion at next year's DID, Veil Dancing! When I'm not inside a giant puppet or bear, veil dancing is my favorite... especially to live music! I'm also planning on teaching at the Fertile Ground Gathering in Virginia this spring, and before that, at a belly dance retreat in Costa Rica! I hope you can come! We have the most awesome Tribal Fusion teacher ever, Naimah, too..... and Hula Fusion by Typhrodisia, because we will be on the beach!!

http://marylandbellydance.com/ninaamaya/party.php - the Costa Rica trip!

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Cool new darbuka articles at Fingers of Fury!)

2009-11-05T02:03:17Z

Hey everyone, there are a whole lot of new dabuka related articles on the Fingers of Fury site....check them out! There are also teachers resources and drum solo's there as well;-) Matt
http://www.fingersoffury.com.au
http://www.darbukaplayer.com
http://www.fingersoffury.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=96&Itemid=16

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TURKU is preforming this Sunday (10/4) at DC Turkish Festival

2009-09-30T18:57:21Z

EXCITING NEWS!!!!!
Turku -Eurasian folk ensemble, is performing this Sunday at the DC Turkish Festival, Pennsylvania Avenue between 12th and 14th Streets NW, in front of Freedom Plaza and two blocks from the White House. We will performing two sets, with the first being at 11:15 am and the second set at 3 pm. This will be the first time the entire band has played together in almost 18 months. Please come on out and join in the magic. The folks in DC really know how to run a festival.

See ya Sunday...Daveed

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DRUM MAKER'S SALE

2009-09-13T06:30:42Z

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HAMMER RAISED STEEL FISHSKIN DARBUKAS NOW ONLY 150 $
FABRICATED STEEL FIAHSKIN DARBUKAS $60

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Starting New Hand Drumming classes

2009-08-30T19:13:45Z

Greetings, Daveed here!
I have started accepting students for private and groups sessions. These classes are held at my apartment in Baltimore MD on Fridays and Saturdays. I am also looking to offer classes on-line via Skype. If anyone is interested, please contact me here or through my personal email address: drumfest@yahoo.com.

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Suggestions and help!

2009-08-25T20:27:28Z

Ok, after another wild and wonderful DID. And as I get ready to make the treck to Pennsic. I wanted to post (with Sheque's blessing) and ask for some feedback on what you the citizens what like to see on a few different issues. Every year it seems as though we tweak a few things that make running the event a little easier(meal plan, stage set-up, etc.) We are at the mercy of our resources and time with some of these things. But, on others we could always use feedback.

1.Classes: what other kind of workshops/classes would you might like to see? Again we are sort of at the mercy of who we can get to come out. Great teachers always seem to fall in our lap. What other types of classes would some of you like to see?

2.Other activites for those who may want to come but don't play music are dance. This seems to be a hold up for some because members of their family wan't to come but don't want to pay the price to particapte just to watch.

3. Anything else that might work within the event to make it better. Please keep in mind that this is Scott, Kay, Jeannie, Katie and Amber's home for the other 51 weekends of the year so some things like a swimming pool or turkish bath house would be great but may not be possible. The key is to try and spark intrest in the right people to help keep the event alive and well. Thanks in advance for any input you can provide.

Chris

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COOLSHE COLLECTIVE PERFORMING WITH READ MY HIPS

2009-07-01T19:14:12Z

http://www.myspace.com/qmakesdrums

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Help with 2009 DID Video Production

2009-06-28T16:23:17Z

I just finished capturing over 10 hours of video footage from the 2009 DID weekend and some of it turned out really good. Unfortunately, some of the video is a little dark. I'm still learning how to use my new camera. If anyone is interested in helping with the following production work items, let me know.

2009 DID DVD Production
- select video clips to include in the DVD (1.5 to 2 hours total)
- recommendations for sequence of video clips
- recommendations for menu layout
- graphics for menu
- graphics and layout for DVD jacket

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to the citizens of Darbukastan

2009-06-09T15:37:11Z

What a great weekend! Thank you, to all the wonderfull musicians and dancers that came and made such an inspiring and sweet event. And, thanks to Sheque, Kay, Katie, Mama Jeane, Chris, and everyone else that worked their asses off for us.

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Did Music

2009-06-09T05:36:17Z

i so can't wait to her some of the recordings they wher doing from the music at did. especialy when i was playing with dragonsong.
I have never actulay heared how i sound outside of a few crappy self recording i made )
Anywas was a Blast playing with everyone.
Emyrs

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A burning question resolved!

2009-06-07T23:19:22Z

"Me phenjake aven" means "They're coming for my sister".
I hope everyone had a safe trip home. I'm already looking forward to next year!
Much love to you all,
Paul

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Quick question ...

2009-06-03T15:52:38Z

... Does any body know if there's gonna be dinner on Thursday night, or does the meal plan kick in on Friday morning? Thanks.

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2009 DID Video Suggestions

2009-05-27T13:42:15Z

I am planning to bring my new professional quality HD video camera to DID this year to capture some of the memorable and inspiring experiences we all share during this special event. I am currently planning to capture as much as possible of the Friday night and Saturday night haflas. Let me know if you have any other specific suggestions to include in the video. If the video turns out OK, we can consider producing a DVD to help raise money for the Darbukistan treasury.

Brian Beaman

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Lookin for a ride

2009-05-21T11:24:19Z

Looks like two of use will be flying in from DFW, probably to Greensboro as it's the closest. There's still some other logistics to work out. Hopefully there's spaces left. We just found out today we'll be able to afford the air travel. Thanks to Roxanne at Wine & Alchemy. We'll be coming in on the fourth and leaving on the 8th at the airport. Traveling light.

We sure could use a ride. We'll chip in for gas, too. PM me if you please if you can help.

Thanks,
Todd & L@TUS

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planning for darbukastan

2009-05-21T03:19:22Z

Graduation-done
Car repairs-done
financial juggling-done
time off from work--done

Now I just need to find a good waterproof tent.....

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RIde avalable

2009-05-12T18:32:25Z

I am looking for someone to ride down/share gas with me for DiD.
I live in Newark dealware and can pick any one up as far north as Phili and all s down the 95 MD DC VA. corridor where i cut west on 66
or a ride with some one else if needed. I plan on leaving Late thursday night or early friday morning and hopeing to get back some time early Sunday night.
So send me a message if you need a ride or have space.

Emyrs

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chicago aissawa snake charming acoustic trance music

2009-04-07T16:31:11Z

check us out here
http://www.myspace.com/chicagoaissawa

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2-0-0-9

2009-03-28T02:17:24Z

Ziveli, all, and Happy New Year, too. Anybody know when the info on DID 2009 will start coming in? Thanks.

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Update from Sheque

2009-03-23T02:22:09Z

Greetings from Flowering Spirithaven Farm!

We trust that this note finds all well and enjoying Spring. Sure wish all of you could be here with us as Spirithaven wakes up. Kay and I ran into an amazing deal on bulbs which worked out to costing somewhere just under a penny apeice so we bought and planted 8000 daffodils, tulips and crocus this past winter and they are coming up now.
Plans are coming together nicely for DID 2009 and we have had the good news that Chris Washburn will once again do the meal plan for us. This year the meal plan is included in the registration fee of $175.00 pre-reg.. Speaking of which, Pre-reg ends 4/1/09 so please avoid a higher payment by registering this week!
We are pleased to be able to offer each registrant the excellent quality plan Chris treated us to last year. With Vegetarian and Omnivore selections this plan worked extremely well for us last year. With all registrants receiving the eight meals it will save them time and The Darbukastani Treasury money as we will get a better rate for an increased participation. This also makes it more convenient to the Citizenry as you will not have to bring as much in the way of supplies.
May I ask the instructors to make sure you have sent us a class description as we would like to post the tentative schedule early next week. Thank You.

Please feel welcome to e-mail any requests/questions to us at your convenience. We are looking forward to having you all with us again this year!

All the Best!

Sheque

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Darbukastan on Facebook!!

2009-03-19T14:31:05Z

For those of you with a FB membership, the Citizens of Darbukastan group is waiting!! :) Just search "darbukastan" in Groups.
Peace,
Katie

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Daveed's latest adventure

2009-03-06T19:04:55Z

I am going to Israel in May for two-weeks. Since last fall I have been working with two classes of fourth graders: one is located in Columbia MD and the other is in the Central Arava region of south-central Israel. They have been collaborating together as part of a story-creating, storyboarding and storytelling project that builds on descriptive & narrative writing exercises that targets their visual interpretation skills. Just another way of integrating the arts to teach core classroom curriculum.

No trip would be complete without a heavy dose of drumming. I'm taking one drum: a 20" Cooperman bodhran. So as not to miss out on an opportunity I am planning on taking a hand held Digital Recorder. The one that I am looking at is the M-Audio Micro Track II Portable Digital Recorder.

The possibilities are boundless. This is fun!!!

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registration for DID 2009 is open

2009-02-27T03:46:29Z

We now have the form up on the DID website.
http://www.darbukastan.com
class info will be up soon.

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Call for HI Rez Photos

2009-02-03T20:54:26Z

I'm looking for some of your favorite hi rez photos from this year that we can use to make a post card for DID 2009.
Can you send them to my email: oliviakissel@gmail.com

I can't wait to see you all!!!!

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Who's going to Tribal Con '09?

2009-02-03T20:50:58Z

Greetings, Citizens! I'm so happy that some of my favorite performer/teachers from DID '08 will be working their special magic at Tribal Con in Decatur, Georgia this February 19-22nd! I'll be using my airline miles to fly in from New York...looking forward to a great time! Anybody else planning on attending?

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a note from Sheque

2009-01-28T23:29:58Z

Greetings form Darbukastan!

We trust all goes well for each and every one of you in early 2009. Spirithaven is hibernating nicely though the peacocks were out sunning themselves today. Thanks to all of you who have e-mailed/called/wondered what was happening re: DID 2009. The dates for this year's event are June 5th, 6th and 7th. The faculty and course offerings are shaping-up nicely and I hope to have a tentative schedule to you all in a week or so. Suffice it to say that we have most of our faculty from last year returning and will have some of our friends who have missed a year or so back with us again.
Please do not hesitate to contact us at your convenience with any questions or comments. We look forward to celebrating with you all once again!

All the Best to You and Yours!

Sheque

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New Moderator?

2009-01-07T02:22:10Z

Hello fair citizens.......

I'm looking for things in my life to simplify as part of my New Year's resolution. Lately I've been unable to go to DID, and I'm out of touch with the goings-on, and I've been trying to limit my time on tribe, but I don't want to abandon my moderator duties here for Darbukastan.
I would like to pass on the title of moderator to a fellow citizen.

In addition to the usual role of moderator, this tribe's moderator needs to have a little extra somethin' somethin'.
- Able to communicate or receive communication from our beloved Minister, Sheque, and post it here.
- Update citizens on tribe about any web site changes, event info, or registration news.
- Inform and welcome new citizens about what to expect at DID, answer FAQ's, and so forth.
- I also usually receive emails about "can I teach a workshop at DID", "where can I camp", or "can I perform at the hafla". Tribe moderator is a misleading title, people assume it means I organize this event. As moderator, you'll need to point these people in the right direction.

Would anyone like to nominate someone (or themselves) to be the moderator?

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Registration is up! Pittsburgh Bellies...in Erie!

2008-12-09T14:49:41Z

Registration is up!

Find all the juicy details & Register here:
www.theflemingschool.com/pitts...es.htm

Early Bird ends, Jan 1st at Midnight!

Pittsburgh Bellies…in Erie!
Featuring:
Sadiqa www.SadiqaBellydance.com
Khafif www.khafif.com
Sitara Nasrin www.SitaraNasrin.com
Zafira www.ZafiraDance.com

Workshops:
Saturday & Sunday, Jan 10th & 11th 2009, between 9am and 3pm, at Long's Selinger location, www.LongSchoolofDance.com

Show:
Saturday night at The Bel-Aire Hotel Ballroom. 6pm doors, 7pm show

AfterParty/Open Dance/Drum/Jam with Khafif:
Sat night after the show! 10pm-1am

Hotel:
The Bel-Aire. Room block is under “Pittsburgh Bellies” and rooms must be reserved by Dec 24th to receive our special $69.99 rate!
Call the Bel-Aire to make your room reservation soon as space is limited! (814) 833-1116 Indoor pool & hot-tub; hot breakfast in the morning on the pool terrace; Victor's onsite restaurant/bar!
.2 mi across the street from the workshops location.
www.clarionhotel.com/hotel/pa339 .

Sunday Buffet at Casablanca Grill:
Sunday, 3-5pm
www.CasablancaGrill.net
All-you-can-Eat Sunday dinner with our Pittsburgh Bellies!
.4 mi down the street from the workshops location … We're taking over the block!

Workshop schedule & descriptions, instructor bios/details, vendor/performer/advertising information, online registration & more now available:

www.theflemingschool.com/pitts...es.htm

See Yinz there!!!!!

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Our newest little citizen

2008-11-23T03:17:48Z

Hey everyone-

Just wanted to let you know that I delivered a little boy on June 14th, Evan Peter.
7 lbs 9 oz, 21 inches, both of us are healthy and happy.

Hopefully someday in the future he'll be chillin' with the peacocks in Darbukastan.

here are some pics.....the first few are cats and random crap, ignore them:
http://www.z3billet.com/EVAN/

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From the Minister of Culture: Zafira presents Vaudeville Carnivale

2008-11-17T01:20:38Z

Featuring some of our favorite Darbukistan Citizens:

Vaudeville Carnivale 3! Promo video!!

Filmed and put together by the GENIUS of Paula Norris!
Watch the promo video HERE!!!

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=EZ_4-tdPawI

Zafira Dance Company Presents:
Vaudeville Carnivale 3!

The Rex Theater
1602 E Carson St Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 381-6811
Doors: 7:30/ Show: 8PM

*OVER 21*
unless accompanied by parent

$10 in adv/$15 after Nov 28th(midnight) , paypal tax added
Visit Zafiradance.com for tix

Featuring Performances By:

Mezmer Society NC (luscious cabaret & balkan ruckus)
Mavi of Romka in DC(haunting Kali dance)
Mizz. Phat MandeePA, with her Phabulous voice
Mr. Buddy Nutt PA, the one man band- will be bringing back his musical saw
Mab, Just Mab DC, Highly entertaining sideshow girl!
Zafira PA, our hostesses with mostesses (with some NEW! performances for our fellow Yinzers)

Vending, Ambience & Libations with:

Mr. Arm of the Secret Society of Odd Acquisitions PA, (house-of-wonders sculpture and photography)
Father Dunn and his treasure chest of jewels and wonders of the world.... you'll want to buy it all!
Your Inner Vagabond PA, with tasty complimentary goodies!
The Rex Theater's Bar & Lounge

*****************************************************************

Click here to find out about
Mezmer Society Pittsburgh workshops Nov. 29 & 30!

**Registration fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled **
http://www.zafiradance.com/mezmer.html

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looking for dancers for performance at pennsic

2008-07-15T18:43:10Z

Hey all!

I figured this would be the best place to start rather than posting to the masses.
Wine and Alchemy is doing a concert with Ishtar Friday Aug 1 at Pennsic and we (W&A) are looking for a couple dancers who would like to perform with us in the set.

I (Roxanne) will be dancing on a few of the tunes, but as I'm also singing on several, and since variety is the spice of life...

Anyone with the interest?
I know some of you got a taste of our music both Saturday night and while we were rehearsing Sunday.
There's more on the website and myspace - posted in a previous thread.

Please feel free to message me if you think you might like to, or if you want to suggest someone who is yet unbeknownst to us. :-)

Much love to all!

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Anyone inteh Boston Area?

2008-07-09T17:06:27Z

Shamelessly copied from my BLog

Well on Friday the 18th i am taking amtrack up to see the Nerve Specialist in Boston. I leave Wilmington Delaware at 6:30 am and will be arriving at Boston South Station around 12:33. My apointment is next to the hospital like 2 or 3 blocks it looks like from the train station.
and is at 2pm and will run around a hour or 2.
The thing is my train doesn;t Leave to head Bac k to Delaware till 9:45 pm and arives in Delaware at 5:18 Am.

SO basicly i have 4 to 5 hours in Boston to kill after my appointment and really don't feel like hanging around the train station for 5 hours if at all possible.

Any DID'er around the South Boston area free on friday the 18th ?

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Anyone have video editing skills?

2008-07-04T11:17:51Z

Or video of year's past?

One thing DID could perhaps use to keep itself afloat by way of PR, is an 'official' 3-5 minute youtube video - a slice 'o life of DID.
TribalCon in Atlanta has one, and we have one for my camp, TribO, (youtube it under Triboriginal Promotional Video) and I think it is a great marketing tool that conveys far more than a static media ad, is a great way to SHOW friends rather than just tell them why they should come next year.

And, with the magic of editing, the Muses of Spirithaven can totally control what that public perception IS!

That said, I have no idea how one does this, being a bit of a hopeless Luddite.

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our website and contact info

2008-06-27T13:54:30Z

hey everyone!
we all - roxanne, mark, neil and louis - had a fabulous time. :-)

thanks for being so awesome again this year.
we had quite a few people ask about our website and etc so figured id post it here.
the website is
www.wineandalchemy.com
and there are a few more sound clips (some of them abbreviated because of size limitations) at
www.myspace.com/wineandalchemy

hope we see you all at pennsic if not before.

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DID 2008

2008-06-16T02:46:34Z

Many thanks to Scott and the entire family, cast and crew of DID 2008.

Another year and another magickal event.

Special thanks to Kazuki and Nevik for the challenging and inspiring
drum classes, and to all the musicians I had the honor of sharing the stage with
both Friday and Saturday nights.

Eric

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A Few Photos

2008-06-16T02:17:15Z

Since I was too busy having fun, I didn't take very many photos. I can shoot in fairly low light, but not in the dark, so I didn't have that many photos of the big jam on Saturday (I hate to use flash if I can avoid it). Fortunately, Kazuki was willing to take my camera and grab a few additional pictures for me. Thank you, Kazuki!

Thanks again to everyone for making it such a great time! :-)

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Hafla Videos

2008-06-13T19:19:33Z

The Friday night and Saturday night haflas this year were amazing. The combination of musical talent, spirited dancing, positive energy, and the ever present farm sounds made this year a magical experience. I was fortunate to take a couple of videos from the Saturday night hafla that turned out reasonably well considering the low light conditions. If I get the OK from the musicians, I will post the videos on YouTube with a link here.

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Missing it <:(

2008-06-08T01:56:31Z

Looks like I'm not going to make it (again).

Poop.

Have fun you guyz and gurlz.

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Class Schedule

2008-05-29T11:58:23Z

Does anyone have a class schedule?

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Kara Nomadica CD

2008-05-27T18:15:48Z

We got our master proof back last week and we liked it!
We'll be receiving 1000 CDs on May 22nd!

There are new songs on the Myspace page for you to enjoy. (www.myspace.com/karanomadica)
Although Bela Shah was up there before, this is the final (and much better) version.

Salaam,
Kara Nomadica

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POSITIVE D.I.D. ENERGY ROLLCALL!

2008-05-27T15:21:58Z

Ok, so whose feeling RIPPED for D.I.D.?! Whose bringing some awesome energy to make this DID the best yet?

COUNT ME IN!

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anyone bringing their kiddos to DID this year?

2008-05-27T03:03:15Z

I'm trying to make arrangements to make it this year and it looks like Ill need to bring my 5 year old son if I come. I'm sure he'd love it, but it would be better if there were other kids to play with.

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Attn: SAZ PEOPLE

2008-05-23T16:25:25Z

Hi everyone,

With much joy and glee, I am returning to D.I.D. this year to the Canadian Embassy (the delapitated trailer that I have grown to love).

It came to my attention that Ted Monnich will not attend this year. That's quite unfortunate and I can't stand stand the thought of all us saz-folk hanging. I offered Scott to head a saz group so at least there's some saziness for the halfa. As some of you know, I took formal lessons on saz repertoire at University this year from Professor Irene Markoff. I believe I can take some of what I know and at least put a group together and keep us engaged and evolving. I typically stay away from doing the saz-group because I like Ted to lead the way. Under the circumstances, I've been to busy to prepare a lecture on ancient music this year, but I've had plenty of time to prepare a sazy hell of time.

One of the challenges is finding out who is coming this year - are any of you on Tribe coming? If so, what is your playing ability? I can go beginner or better yet, Intermediate. It's hard to gauge who's who. Many of you are hardcore long neck players but I play some hardcore short neck. Nonetheless, it's easy to tune a long neck to short - just stretch your fingers before you play! ;-) I play with a "bam" string, which Bill inspired me to try. I'll never go back. It's so sexy (like a bouzouki - ouch!)

So let me know which sazy people attending. Would it help if pre-posted PDF's of the music we could do?

- Donovan

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roll call :-)

2008-04-25T18:13:28Z

soooo,
who's all planning to make the trek to darbukastan this year?

i know i'm coming for sure - it would be too difficult to teach my classes from texas i think.
and i will be bringing my wonderful music partner mark and maybe one other band member. :-)

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the DID site is up, register now!

2008-04-14T14:06:04Z

We're still updating teacher, class, and performer info, as well as details about camping and food; but online registration is up. I hope to add online payment, but until then, you should fill out an online form and mail a check. Remember to register and pay early to ensure your spot and help pay for the upgrades you'll be enjoying in June.
http://www.darbukastan.com

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Dreaming of Darbukastan~~~~~~~

2008-03-25T14:41:24Z

~~~~~~So I actually had a dream about Darbukastan last night and I didn't want to wake up :-)

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CarPooling from Pittsburgh

2008-03-13T16:28:36Z

Is anybody interested???
Fawn and I are hoping to travel down on thursday (after school) and come back sunday evening.

I would love to ride w/ a fellow DID citizen.

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Keeping in touch w our neighbors

2008-03-08T14:46:48Z

Hey guys, here's links to join Erie Pa Bellydance and Shimmy for a Cure...Come say Hi!

Erie <3 Darbukistan!

http://tribes.tribe.net/eriebellydance

http://tribes.tribe.net/charitybellydanceevent08

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Shimmy for a Cure in Erie PA: Featuring Zafira!

2008-03-06T00:15:40Z

To benefit: The John Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation www.johnkanziuscancerresearchfoundation.org
Saturday May 31, 2008, show starts at 7:30pm
Doors open at 6:30pm
At the Erie Playhouse Theater, 13 W. 10th St, Erie PA 16501
www.erieplayhouse.org/
Proudly presenting: Zafira Dance Company (voted dance troupe of the year 2007
by Zaghareet Magazine)
also featuring the talents of: Shades of Araby with Valizan (Toronto CA), Sadiqa (Pittsburgh, PA) Euphraxia Buffalo NY), Gypsy RaQ, Evil Peanut Butter, The Houdani Dancers (Eastside YMCA), Jessica Stadtmeuller (Erie Art Museum) and Kadri (Buffalo NY) and more!
Also, see the special “Candle Bellydance” in Honor/Memory of Cancer Survivors/Victims….
Enjoy..
Chinese auction, Henna artists, Vendors, Live music featuring Gypsy RaQ with Carlala, Cash bar

Gala Tickets
Regular seats $15,
Gold seats $30, (includes up front seating and special after performance meet the dancers reception with Wine, Cheese and Chocolate buffet)!
Tickets NOT YET for sale, but will be available at the Erie Playhouse Box office and via the Shimmy for a Cure website

Zafira Workshops!!! (not part of benefit)
(To be held at the Avalon Hotel) Hosted by The Fleming School of Dance (Carlala) www.theflemingschool.com/

“Bellydance Bootcamp”
Saturday. May 31, 2008 from 1-3pm
This bellydance workshop includes aerobic dance combinations and conditioning exercises to build strength and endurance, while hip, chest drills and belly work are used to develop technique. Bring a yoga mat and some water.

“Zafira Choreography”
Sunday. June 1, 2008 from 11am-1pm
Let Zafira share some of their secrets of choreography creation. This workshop works on stage presence, posture, working with other dancers, and shows how to make even a simple choreography dynamic. Also, We will work in pairs/small groups to learn a short choreography.
Registration info TBA very soon!
Hope you all can come and be a part this very special event!

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Kara Nomadica CD update!!!

2008-03-05T16:26:23Z

Good morning everyone!
We are pleased to announce that we are going through the final bits of recording and editing before we send our tracks off to be mastered and mass-produced! Hopefully we will have the LP ready to sell sometime in April.

We are very grateful to those of you who have prepaid the LP for being so patient with us. We really tried to get this thing finished this winter, and we apologize that this didn't happen--we want to provide you with the best possible recordings, so instead of rushing the album out we decided to postpone it.
That being said, we are VERY pleased with the results so far and will be delivering to you a professional product.

Once we release the album we will be putting together a CD release party and will be available for touring around later this year.
If you are putting together a bellydance workshop weekend somewhere and want a great live band drop us a line!!!

Another bulletin will be sent out the day we send the tracks out with a more precice release date!
Thank you for all of your amazing support and wonderful compliments.
We couldn't do this without such amazing fans and audience!

Salaam,
Lawrence and Kara Nomadica

Of special interest to those on this particular tribe, one of the songs on the LP is one I wrote in tribute to Darbukastanis called, "Darbukastan"! Long lives to all of us!!!

www.karanomadica.com
www.myspace.com/karanomadica

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Announcement

2008-02-20T14:46:34Z

Ok, I'm ready to break the news.

I'm pregnant. As of today, I am 22 weeks along, which a little more than halfway. I'm excited, as I've been trying for a while and anxious to start my own family.

I am due on June 15th, which means I will unfortunately not be coming to DID this year. Most likely I will either be ridiculously huge, or possibly have a newborn at that point if I go early.
I'll definitely miss everyone, as I didn't make it last year. Hopefully I will be able to make it next year!

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Carmine in Charlotte, NC - April 4th, 5th, 6th 2008

2008-02-20T03:26:39Z

I'll be doing classes ALL DAY in Charlotte, NC on April 5th 2008. With a Hafla and Jam that night!
I'm also doing a live music show on April 4th as well as private lessons April 6th too!

To Register for any of the below:
http://www.magic-hips.com/DandD_registration.html

For More information on any of the below:
http://www.magic-hips.com/DandD_WorkshopInfo.html

Workshops - Saturday, April 5th
Mid-East Dance by Yasmine
540 Griffith Rd, Charlotte NC 28217
Charlotte, NC 28205
704-525-3606

Saturday, April 5th -
1:00-2:00pm-Taught by Carmine
Baby Beginner Doumbek:
In this workshop, you will learn the proper hand/finger techniques to produce clean beautiful sounds from your doumbek. You will learn how to play several traditional Middle Eastern rhythms as well as how to switch between them.
This workshop is perfect for beginners or experienced drummers who want to brush up or clean up their technique.
This workshop is also fantastic for dancers who want to educate themselves about the basic rhythms.
$25 Non-Members
$20 Yasmine Studio Members

2:30-3:30pm- Taught by Carmine
Begintermediate Doumbek:
You know a bunch of rhythms...now what? Let's get "Beyond Baladi". You will learn practical rhythm combinations useful for playing songs and making your drum circle more fun. You will also learn how to add fills and embellishments to make your playing more interesting. This workshop is perfect for anyone who already knows the basic hits and rhythms.
$25 Non-Members
$20 Yasmine Studio Members

4:00pm-5:30pm D&D class
(Drummers & Dancers)
Taught by Carmine & Yasmine
This workhop is a multi-level class for both Drummers & Dancers. Both Drummers and Dancers will learn to build a drum solo & improvising techniques. Drummers will learn how to play something interesting and exciting for dancers and dancers will recieve tips and techniques to use to your drummer's new rock star riffs!
$30 Non-Members
$25 Yasmine Studio Members

8:00pm- Dancer Showcase & Jam at Yasmine's Studio!
$5 per person (all participants)
Interested in a dance slot in the showcase contact Yasmine now!
(space limited)

9:00pm- Music and Dance Jam with Carmine and Friends!
If you play an instrument, bring it, if you dance bring a hip scarf and a friend!

Special VIP Package Rates available:
All 3 classes plus 1 Hafla Admission
$65 Non-Members
$55 Yasmine Studio Members

Private lessons with Carmine
Privates are available on Sunday April 6th Please contact yasmine@magic-hips.com to set up a time slot!

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D.I.D. website has moved.

2008-02-14T02:24:10Z

We've set up DID with it's own website, separate from Touch the Earth.com.
You can find it at http://www.darbukastan.com/
It will very soon have a registration form and more information on classes and such.

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Middle Eastern sheet music book now available at www.dorku.com

2008-02-04T19:28:44Z

Hi everyone

Finally the 24 songs from the Melissa and Carmine instructional CDs are bound in ONE sheet music book!

Presently only the Concert C Treble Clef version is available. Soon to come are B Flat, E flat, and Concert C Bass Clef versions.

Songs in the book: A Nadda, Aziza, Efem, Fire Dance, Garoon Garoon, Hadouni Hadouni, Hicaz Mandira, Hicazkar Oyun Havasi, Istemem Babacim, Lamma Bada Yatathanna, Layla, Mevlana, Misirlou, Muhabbet, Nihavent Longa, Nihavent Oriental, Nihavent Oyun Havasi, Rompi Rompi, Rumeli Karsilamasi, Şaşkin, Şişeler, Sulukule, Uskudara, and Zeina.

All the songs on both CDs are bound in the book.

The book is selling online for $40 (shipping included) or purchase both CDs and the music book for $55 (shipping included).

Visit www.dorku.com for more info!

Any questions, message me.

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Dates?

2008-01-15T20:10:35Z

So is it the 30th, 31st &1st this year or the 6th, 7th & 8th?

majda and I are seeing if we can come up this year!

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Darbuka, Nakara, Tabl

2008-01-03T17:11:54Z

Just Skinned one of my hand hammered steel darbukas with fishskin this one has the comfy rounded lip also i still have nakara and tabl avalabla for sale and will be realiseing a new Aissawa of Meknes CD soon

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WHO WERE THE FIRE-EATERS THIS YEAR?

2007-12-31T16:46:20Z

Hi everyone,

I need your help a bit. My dentist is alarmed at some white patches on my tongue and inner cheek. The ones on my tongue have been there for months, do not hurt, and do not change. The one on my cheek is active and exists as a sore. I'm concerned I may have initiated this by swallowing fire at D.I.D. this June. Does anyone know who these guys were? I want to ask them some questions (like do they have the same things inside their mouths?). If anyone know an e-mail or tribe link to their profile please help me out.

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Nomadiqa Ethnic Fusion and Arabesque Beats - Repost

2007-11-15T12:22:32Z

Hi Folks,
We recently released a debut album. It's a mix of electronic and arabian styles. We're hoping it might appeal to the tribal and belly dance community, and also people that are into this sort of vibe and music. Please feel free to have a listen on myspace where we have four full tracks available to listen online.

http://www.myspace.com/nomadiqa

It would also be great to promote it through the network of tribal and/or belly dance teachers who might be interested to sell it at a class or bazaar. We can offer it at wholesale prices with plenty of capacity for the seller to make a decent profit on top of the wholesale price.

Please contact info@nomadiqa.com for further details. Sorry for the self promotion.

Hope to hear from you.

Many thanks,

Nomadiqa
http://www.nomadiqa.com

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Attention Gypsies, Tramps and Queens!!

2007-10-30T20:04:44Z

Come and play w/ us!

Zafira Dance Company Hosts 2 great events!!

Vaudeville Carnivale .:Deaux:.
Where the Bourgeois meet La Boheme

Sat. Nov. 22, 2007
Kelly Strayhorn Theater
8pm/ doors open @ 7pm
$15 Advance/ $18 Door
$10 Students /$5 Children under 10

Join us for an evening of tantalizing performances, food, drink and artistry that will delight your soul. Our city’s finest entertainers & legends come out for this spectacular fundraising event for Pittsburgh’s own Zafira Dance Company and the Kelly Strayhorn Theater. Prepare yourself for a stunning spectacle of epic proportions!!!

Magnificent performances that will inspire and delight you!

Daring delicacies to tempt your taste buds, Your Inner Vagabond will set up their Turkish Coffee house. Savory treats and libations for sale and by donation.

Don’t forget your purse! We will have a bizarre bazaar with artwork, clothes and jewelry to outfit your inner gypsy!

Wear your finest! Old-Tyme Photo Portraits of you and your loved ones!

Artists & Performers include:
 The Man. The Legend. Bob Zillah… Circus Barker Emcee
 Kill the Unicorn (Torchlight Jazz, Gospel, Calypso Art Band)
 Ana Vey (Tri- Hop Gypsy Jazz)
 Liz Hammond (AKA the UkeLady)
 Phat Mandee (Singer Songstress)
 Zafira (Steal your heart, saucy, ragtime bellydance)
 Kassar (Otherworldly, Athletic, Devine Dance Divas)
 Sarah & Katrina (Vintage Ballet Performance)
 Erin Carey (Aerialist Extraordinaire)

Visit www.zafiradance.com for more information and to purchase tickets! Tickets on sale soon!

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Balkan Music Workshop in NYC - cross post

2007-10-18T04:01:07Z

in case you are interested and haven't contacted me. something seems to be wrong with list posting thing on tribe.

Balkan music workshops - now voice, too!

Sunday, October 28, 2007 12:00 PM
at Salsa International Studios
701 7th Avenue (entrance @NE corner, on 47th Street) 5th floor New York, NY

For info & pre-reg:
206-339-3833
www.thebalkanbrothers.com/institute.aspx

beginner dumbek with Kazuki 12:00 - 1:00pm $15 pre-reg / $20 @door
Balkan guitar technique with Brad Shepik 1:00 - 2:30pm $30/35
int/adv dumbek with Seido Salifoski 1:00 - 2:30pm $30/35
Balkan voice with Carol Freeman 1:00 - 2:30pm $30/35

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Raquy and the Cavemen in Stuart(darbukastan country) VA Sept 12 !!!

2007-09-04T23:26:59Z

Thats right Raquy and the Cavemen will be playing at Patrick County High School on Wed. Sept 12th. Don't have alot of details yet but I know that ticket prices are only $5.00!!!! Sheque will keep me posted as to when it starts. If you have any ?'s please message me or e-mail Scott. Stay tuned and make plans to come home to Darbukastan for a night if you can!

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Raquy and the Cavemen and Lisa Zahiya are coming to BIRDS Fest!

2007-08-11T15:23:48Z

It's official, Raquy and the Cavemen are coming to Baltimore to perform Saturday, September 29th during the 11th Baltimore International Rhythm Festival. In addition, Raquy, Freek Factory (New York-NuFunk underground, bass & drums), Mahiri Fadjimba Keïta and friends, Shodekeh ( Beatboxing), & Mz Imani and the Rhythm Shamans, the concert line-up is shaping up to be one for the books.

As a very special treat, Baltimore native, Lisa Zahiya (Baraka Mundi/Asheville NC---the bandit queens of bellydance) will be offering a tribal belly dance workshop.

Lisa is only the tip of the iceberg. More exciting news is still to come. SO, clear your calendar for September 28 & 29 and plan on attending the 11th Baltimore International Festival @ St John's United Methodist Church --- St Paul & 27th (the heart of Peabody Heights and Charles Village).

For more schedules, concert tickets and regularly updated news, keep checking out www.drumtogether.net. If you have questions or wish to participate in the festival's street fair and marketplace, contact me directly at daveed@drumfest.com.

Daveed
BALTIMORE INTERNATIONAL RHYTHM & DRUMMING SOCIETY (B.I.R.D.S.)
Peace through Music

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Werewolves of Darbukistan

2007-07-11T02:19:10Z

Fawn and I had the song in our heads all day yesterday.
We miss you all.
Much love from Pittsburgh!

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Just listed a bunch of pics...

2007-07-03T14:27:16Z

Check out my profile photo album for about 79 pics from DID 2007. Unfortunately it got so dark that Saturday night that my camera didn't always want to focus. All of my snaps of Christine's solo were out of focus... bah, humbug!

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Pictures, better late than never

2007-07-02T15:57:57Z

I am finally figuring out how to get my pictures up onto snapfish. by the time you get this, they should be all there. I think that if you got to http://www2.snapfish.com/photolibrary/t_=33076899 you will be able to see them. There is also an album with my favorite campground in the winter. Anyone int he PA, NY area who is interested, Bunny will be there doing Indigo and maybe henna. brushwood.com Sirius Rising

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Welcome home!

2007-06-28T18:52:41Z

I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend at Spirithaven........whether it be your first time or your sixth time.
I missed everyone and was mentally there all weekend. (Hmm, I bet the hafla is kicking off right now.......I could be in a Zafira workshop now.....I bet the peacocks are in full swing this morning......I wonder if the guedra started yet...., etc etc.)

Post lots of pictures and tell me all the scoopage........

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a bit late in coming dance class synopsis

2007-06-28T13:25:03Z

hey all,

sorry this is a bit late.
i was swamped w the event we hosted last weekend and am still recovering.

here's the - plus just a little bit more possibly - class breakdown from the one i taught on friday morning.

Tuckety Tuck Tuck.

Shimmies (we did these in warm-ups)
Layered on sinking and rising
Layered on a flat twist
Layered on a flat hip circle

Hands – Pulses (undulations), Persian Rolls

Draw the Bow with one-sided undulation

Snake Arms layered on sinking and rising
(Layered on undulation)

Large upper torso figure 8’s (infinity signs)
Angled back
Flat plane out to the side - Large and Small

Chest Circles into a downward undulation

Hip pulses (raising the hands) followed by faux Indian arm movements in opposition (down the centerline of the body and sweeping out to the side and up)

(Layered with an undulation or stomach roll)

Maya and Gush combination with sinking

hope this makes it to some of you. i'll forward it to the addresses i got in class.
thanks a million!

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Where is Sassy Susan of New York?

2007-06-25T16:10:07Z

Looking for Susan from NY- we met out where the cars were parked-
Saturday night you were a vsion in red---and then we didn't get to say buhbye sunday.......
Where are you-hoo????

Eshal aka Leilani

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Where's all the pictures everyone?

2007-06-18T21:46:51Z

What happened? D.I.D.'s tribe is suddenly silent! Where's all those wonderful pics people took?

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Thank You all

2007-06-13T07:05:50Z

I just recieved in the mail from Anomi the get well cards and presents from DID. Thank you all it really Made my day!
I am doing preety well atm with about 90% of the swelling gone and the stiched almost healed. I see the doctor on Thurdsay the 14tn and shouldeb able to drive sometime in the next few weeks(well if i feel comfortabel wearing my glasses at that time The doctor said i could for Limited periods if it wasn't to uncomfortable.

Btw I live in Newark Delaware but was wondering if anyone from the Philli or Balitimore area was going to Aethelmark 10th aniversery next weekend who i could geta ride from.

Thandk for all your kind words and wishs.

Emyrs

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Fire at DID??

2007-06-10T17:02:05Z

Is anyone interested in having some fire performances and/or a workshop at DID?

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pictures anyone?

2007-06-10T16:59:05Z

i hope that someone posts pics - of the hafla, Celthix, puppets!!!, a day in the life of DID, and the spontaneous fireplay initiation that unfolded...

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Dancing...

2007-06-06T04:16:55Z

A big hug and thanks to the Tribe O. East and West girls who said "heck , yeah". None of us has danced together as a group in at least a year--- we had 3 Tribe O East girls and 2 East girls. It was s-o-o-o great to connect with our dance sisters despite different levels of experience and familiarilty with each other. The DID musicians were gracious and as always the crowd was supportive.

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Who's going this year?

2007-06-05T03:15:02Z

Just curious.......
I'm going but I'm not registered yet! I know, shame on me.

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Dance Swap

2007-05-30T02:40:33Z

Mark and I were lucky enough to visit Spirithaven over St. Patty's day and hear the Cethix play. While we were there, I mentioned to Sheque that I would be glad to announce the beginning of the swap since it seemed to get lost in the shuffle last year. Don't know if I'll actually have anything to swap, but I'll remind everyone about it so we can all clean out our bellydance closet and possibly find some new treasures.

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CM new demo video

2007-05-29T01:13:41Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPaLuzmhxTk&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fprofile%2Emyspace%2Ecom%2Findex%2Ecfm%3Ffuseaction%3Duser%2Eviewprofile%26friendid%3D114307646

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WORKSHOP; ORIGINS: The Ancient Ancestry of the Mid-Eastern Lute and Microtonal Music

2007-05-28T16:12:04Z

Here's a workshop that you can grad your coffee, sit down, relax, and listen in on some really cool stuff about the evolution of the long neck lute and the music of ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and so on. It's open to everyone, musicians, dancers, artisans, etc.....

Scott tends to put this workshop in the morning so there's no pressure to do anything physical and strenuous as it's more of a short lecture. Lots of fun, let me tell you, especially if you like esoteric things.

I have a 24.5 hour bus ride ahead of me, from Toronto, but it's well worth it to see you all again and have a great time at D.I.D. 2007!! Looking forward to participating in many of the other workshops as well!

- Donovan Kokot

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New tablature for guitar and bass available at www.dorku.com

2007-05-18T06:49:37Z

Songs I am planning to teach: Nihavent Oyun Havasi, Sulukule, Mevlana and Rumeli Karsilamasi are available in TAB format.

Aziza available in all formats as well!

Yes...the rosetta stone has arrived....

Aziza - the sheet music for concert C and B flat instruments
Aziza - the guitar and bass tablature
Aziza - the practice MP3
Aziza - the Rhythm Recipe sheet

Aziza - the breakfast cereal
Aziza - the collectible toy
Aziza - the designer speedo
Aziza - well...you get the idea...

To listen to a more authentic version of the song check out Hossam Ramzy's Aziza on his "Best of" CD.

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Ride to Airport

2007-05-11T19:15:28Z

Hey All,
I am pretty set. Denys can give me a ride to and from the Charolette NC airport.
I'd arrive Thurs and go back Sunday...

I'm going to grab my ticket very soon.. but... If someone can get me to the Airport Monday... i'll stick around Sunday night...

Let me know.. email me: carmine@carmine.com
or even better.. CALL ME: 212-725-9635
I need to get my ticket very soon :)

-Carmine

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DID07 in 4 weeks! WooHoo!

2007-05-10T23:18:16Z

Sorry, had to get that out. :-)

Does anyone know if there has been a schedule worked up for
classes yet?. Meal Plan info? Who'll be doing drum classes in
Daveed's absence?

Eric

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2007 News from the Minister

2007-05-10T23:11:44Z

I'm passing along an email that I received from our gracious host and Minister, Scott/Sheque:

Greetings from Spirithaven Farm!

We trust all of you, our friends and fellow Citizens of Darbukastan, are well and seriously into Spring. All is greening up nicely here in "The Capitol" and recovering after our recent wind storms. We were without power for a few days but did well with our woodstoves and spring water. I must apologize to you all for the less than satisfactory reporting about the festival on my part. Several issues including the power issue, a nasty virus I downloaded which kept us incommunicado for two weeks plus house-building, college shopping and Lady Cougars Soccer (Katie and Amber are on the Varsity team at Patrick County High) have put a serious crimp in my updating. I am sorry for this. I have heard from Chris Owens that some folks have been trying to register for the event and have not gotten a reply from us. Katie or I have sent replies to all folks who registered by e-mail (that we know of). I can only assume that the worm/virus may have affected us more than I realized. If you feel we need to communicate directly, please try to e-mail and if you do not receive a reply in two days, feel free to phone us at home at 276-694-5810.
Now, a bit of sad news, donovan and Daveed will not be able to be with us this year for reasons related to that four-letter word that most of us have to deal with five or more days per week. Daveed is taking Baltimore by storm and has a new job that will take him in a direction he has been pursuing for some time. Obviously we can not replace Daveed but we are working on three most excellent instructors (recommended by Daveed himself) to take over his classes. This may be a blessing in disguise as, if you old-timers will remember, we got Brother Billy Woods to DID several years ago to fill-in for Daveed and he has becaome a much-loved fixture at the event. I look at this as a way to expand on our faculty without losing anyone as we all know Daveed will be back. As this change is very recent (as in this morning!) I am not ready to announce who will be added to the faculty until "the ink is dry", so to speak. Suffice it to say that we will be well-staffed in the "musical area" of the festival. Carla and Ted Monnich will be coming to DID directly from Istanbul (we had to extend the runway of Darbukastani International airport by 12 feet to handle the aircraft) and Carla has graciously offered to lead the Guedra once again. I have a feeling that she will be bringing some special Turkce energy with her as the Monnichs will be in Istanbul and Ankara for one month prior to joining us.
If any of you have registered but not sent your tuition checks, please do that for us as soon as you can. We need to confirm your space. We do have several spaces remaining but historically get "busy" with last-minute registrations in May.
We have a new caterer for this year's event. Ambra Lionstone of Ambrosia's Delights and Pangea's Spice Cafe will be providing us will delicious fare for the weekend. She will serve brunch and supper Friday and Saturday and Brunch on Sunday. Ambra will also offer late-night snacks as have been availble in the Halic Taverna in the past. Ambra and her fare come highly recommended by Sister Onca (did you know she joined the convent? Can you picture that? What a Sister! There would be "nun" better!). Sorry, I just had to. Kay and Mama Jeanne will offer the Spirithaven "Continental" breakfast as in the past with excellent coffees and teas from The Honduras Coffee Company in Stuart with fresh-baked muffins and pastries, yoghurt, fruit, juices and Bagels on an ala carte basis each morning. I have provided you with a sample menu for Pangea's Spice Cafe below.

Pangea's Spice Cafe
Asian-style

Magic miso stew
Crisp green salad with raw ginger dressing
Vermicelli rice noodles with scallions, shitake mushrooms, peas and
ginger-miso sauce
Chinese barbeque baked tofu

Indian-style

Spiced rice with raisins and cashews
Spiced dal (lentils)
Vegetarian coconut curry
Raita

South American Burrito Bar

Green cabbage salad with black sesame seeds
Rice pilaf
Black beans
Fried plantains
Fresh salsa
Tortillas
Shredded cheddar and sour cream
BRUNCH (served at around noon)
Middle-Eastern Brunch

Hummous
Quinoi tabouleh
Middle-eastern chopped salad
Minted yogurt
bagels
Fresh pita
Toasted pita chips
Fresh fruit

Bagel bar

Assorted bagels
Egg scramble
Sage soysage patties
Scliced cheese
Vegetable tray
Garlic-herb cream cheese
Fresh fruit

Prices for the meals will be $8.00 for brunch and $12.00 for supper. If you want both, Ambra will discount that by 10% for a total of $36.00. She really needs to know as soon as possible who will be on the meal plan so she can adequately prepare her kitchen supplies. Pre-pament would be appreciated by Pangea's Spice Cafe.

Thanks so much for your kind attention. I will send an updated schedule as soon as it is available and the yearly last-minute reminders and directions as we approach the event. Anyone wanting to arrive early may feel free to do so, and any folks interested in assisting with set-up would be welcomed and well-fed. Let us know if you'd like to do either.

All of us at Spirithaven look forward to you being with us in June!

All the Best!

Sheque/Scott

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Music for the Music Ensemble

2007-05-07T04:09:34Z

Denys,

Is it too early to start asking about the music for the ensenble this year? Any chance that we could perform Ikariotikos again? I plan on bring my bass guitar this year and Ikariotikos sounds really cool with arrangement that you taught last year.

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Just to let you all know

2007-05-07T00:52:27Z

Sorry everyone that I can't be in touch on the internet anymore,

I no longer have internet access from home because my phone line has so much noise on it, I actually can't even connect anymore. (I'm using a library computer right now, technically in violation of the usage policy here. :(

Denys

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Emailing...

2007-04-25T17:06:45Z

Hello! I've been emailing about registering with no comment...just wanted to officially get ahold of someone.... :)

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Anatomy for Belly Dancers

2007-04-01T15:10:11Z

Hello Fellow Darbukastanis!

I am teaching an Anatomy for Belly Dancers class at DID this year, and I wanted to see what y'all ;) might want to learn. Since we only have an hour to address muscles, bones, and joints as they relate to the physical mechanics and anatomy of belly dance, what types of things would you most like to walk away with at the end of that class?

I could teach at least a whole semester on this. However, I need to streamline it to the most important points I can cover in that short time frame. Any feedback you can give would be greatly appreciated. What would you want to learn?

Thanks!
Jennifer

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Ride from the airport

2007-03-23T13:05:16Z

Hey there fellow Darbukastanians!
I am so excited about the festivities this year. I am craving that Spirit Haven energy in a big way!!!

Christine and I have some special treats in store for you fellow citizens! We have been working on lots of new dances and workshops for you lovelies, and I can't wait to see what YOU all have been up to over the last year! I hear there is going to be some yummy fire performances, is that right???

Sadly I have to fly down this year, so I won't get to sing Queen, Tenacious D and Le Tigre for seven hours on the drive down... I'll miss that! Because of my new job I will have to fly down to Winston Salem on Friday after work. Is there anyone coming up that way that can give Fawn and I a ride from the airport. I haven't booked our flight yet, so I can try to schedule my flight around the ride. If anyone has the space and the notion, please let me know.

OOOHHHH I can't wait!!!
See you soon!

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Bellydance swap

2007-03-23T04:30:17Z

Baris and I were lucky enoughtto spend St Patty's day at Spirithaven. We listened to the band at the Starr Theater (GREAT show) and fed a lot of goats (by choice). Anyhoo-- spoke to Scott and I have now volunteered to officially get the DID dance costume / etc. swap goin'.

S-o-o-... bring what ya don't need/ cant wear ,to trade. Small cash xchanges are OK but this is not a vending event. May all of our unwanted bellydance gear find a briliant new home!!!

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Simplified Middle Eastern Songs for Learning and Practice

2007-03-08T14:05:54Z

Hi everyone!

If you or a loved one are interested in learning traditional Middle Eastern music and the rhythms that accompany those songs, well look no further!

Carmine Guida and I (Melissa Murphey) have recorded an instructional CD that has 12 plain straightforward songs that will enable drummers or musicians to learn to play the traditional tunes.

This CD includes such classics as Layla, Misirlou, Shisheler, Fire Dance and Sulukule. There are no distracting vocals or excessive ornamentation here, just the plain songs for learning purposes. The MP3s are available for immediate download at www.dorku.com. they are only 1 dollar each!

All soundfiles are in the same key as the sheet music available at www.dorku.com.

In addition, GUITAR TABLATURE is now available for select Middle Eastern songs at www.dorku.com. Sheet music is available for key of C instruments, B flat instruments (trumpet, clarinet , soprano and tenor sax) and Bass clef instruments (cello, trombone, baritone)

www.dorku.com - for all your Middle Eastern Music needs!

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Anyone going to DID from Pittsburgh?

2007-03-05T15:02:39Z

I'm looking to ride share from DaBurgh.

I'll share expenses, unfortunately I don't drive.

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Just a reminder on who's da man

2007-03-03T19:51:04Z

Hello all........

Just a reminder that although I am the moderator of this tribe, I am not in any way in charge of planning or heading DID. Sometimes I get hit with a bunch of emails asking me to switch their performance slot, add me to a meal plan, permission to teach a workshop, etc etc.

I do not coordinate or plan this event, the man in charge is Sheque, also known as Scott. He doesn't really like to surf on Tribe, so that is why you will very rarely have a Sheque sighting here on tribe.
I have taken it upon myself to start a group here to help promote DID and keep our Spirithaven family in touch. Attending this event will connect you with some of the coolest and greatest people, so this is our online home where we can keep in touch between events, share pictures, feedback, plan sharing rides and ask general questions about the event and so on. If you have general questions or want to say hi, by all means, start a topic and introduce yourself!

If you want to register, teach, perform, send a check, get directions, or anything of that sort, please contact Sheque at
tucherth@swva.net
Or visit their website.....
http://www.touchtheearth.com/spirithaven.htm

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Help me get to DID 2007

2007-02-27T15:28:03Z

Hey All,
I live in NYC. I could fly some way/part way.. need a lift.. ride back to airport etc..

Can anyone assist?

-Carmine

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Food this year!

2007-02-04T21:06:53Z

I was pretty comfortable with the food scene last year, but I have got a great festival/caterer person who is interested in doing the food at DID - meals/coffeehouse/bakery type deal, if we need one.
She will be doing the coffeehouse at Triboriginakl this year too...
Let me know!

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DRIVING EARLY TO DID? LETS SAVE MONEY AND CARPOOL!

2007-02-01T05:45:49Z

Greetings all,

I may be the easiest person to pick up along the way to DID (f you're going early) because I'm coming down from Toronto and can connect to any city/town with a greyhound stop. I offer pleasant company, enlighening philosophical discussions, and uh.....$$$$$$ to split the cost of gas 50/50.

I can literally meet you in any city because the greyhound goes anywhere from Toronto so I can meet you as far east as NY or west as Ohio. Pennsylvania would be perfect but not nessessary.

I am travelling by myself and will have two instruments and a med-sized bag.

I like to arrive to help Sheque and visit friends on Wed or Thursday. Most people who go early get there Thursday. If that's you - let me know! Thanks!

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DID 2007 Announcement from Sheque

2007-01-31T00:21:59Z

Friends,

Greetings from DID Central. It is a cold, windy day in January and I am dreaming of warm, dry days and nights in early June at Spirithaven filled with music, dance and enjoying eacother's company. DID is coming faster than we realize and I am late in getting this information to you. I apologize and have plenty of good excuses if anyone wants to hear them. Nevertheless I am pleased to inform you that we have another DID experience for you all, the dates of which are June 1st, 2nd and 3rd 2007. Our current minister of Information and high-pitched hand-percussion, Carla Monnich, has graciously volunteered to get a new posting on the website and I will be sending updates to her with some regularity.
The particulars regarding registration and fees have not changed this year but may have to be adjusted next year. The tuition is $100.00 for registrations received by March 1st 2007 and are once again $125.00 for those coming in after that date. If you can register early it will be good for all of us as we are expecting a good response from the article that Kristie was kind enough to write for us that appeared in Zaghreet magazine. We are limited to 100 participants as usual. We have some great faculty and entertainment scheduled for you and can promise one thing at this point. Turku will be with us once again in full-force! Please keep an eye on the website for updates and expect a few surprises!
If anyone wishes to post this notice to Tribe, I'd appreciate it. We changed computers and updated our lists and did not receive responses from some of our original Citizens. I do not want to leave anyone out of the loop. Any community involvement is welcomed. If you wish to regsiter and the new form is not posted on www.touchtheearth.com , feel free to use the old one.
Thanks to you all for your friendship to us and support of this event!

With Warmest Regards,

Sheque/Scott

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We're a public tribe now....

2007-01-15T02:05:39Z

Just wanted to let everyone know that I have switched the tribe settings to Public instead of Moderated. Now anyone can join the tribe. I originally wanted to keep the members as those who attended or planned to attend the events, so that we could all keep in touch and plan as a group.
Due to receiving many requests to post information or to join the tribe, I've decided that it is best for anyone to join and see what we are about. I want to help promote this event for Scott and Kay, and having a moderated tribe doesn't really help get the word out.

My only request.........

New members, please introduce yourselves! Say hello and where you're from........we're a friendly crowd and in the spirit of Spirithaven, we like to consider ourselves family.
Welcome and many peacock blessings be upon you-
your moderator-
Jessica

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June 1,2,3

2006-12-07T23:14:01Z

June 1,2,3

Are these the official dates for DID 2007?

I just realized that we are within 6 months
and figured we can all start nagging Scott and everyone
about the who, what, when, where,and how of DID 2007.

Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?
Are we there yet?............. :-)

Eric

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DID 2007

2006-10-12T02:07:04Z

Is it too early to ask.............. when is DID 2007????

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Melissa and Carmine at DID 2007

2006-09-09T17:48:04Z

Soooo...

We're thinking about it... she's coming from Pittsburgh, I'm coming from NYC...

I think it would be a good time :)

-Carmine

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Details for Daveed workshop and Yalla Habibi Hafla in Erie PA!

2006-08-03T23:24:09Z

DAVEED KORUP - DRUMMING WORKSHOP
When: Saturday August 19th, 1pm-3pm.
What: "Introduction to Middle Eastern Drumming" with Daveed Korup, a two hour workshop designed for all levels, yet friendly to the complete beginner.
Where: Erie Art Museum Annex, Erie PA.
Cost: $20 in advance, $30 at the door. Space is limited. Drums available for loan or for sale.
Contact Jessica for details or to pre-register.

YALLA HABIBI HAFLA
When: Saturday evening, August 19th, 6-10 pm.
Performances will be between 7-8pm. Open drumming and dancing from 8-10pm.
Where: Erie Art Museum Annex, Erie PA.
Cost: $3 suggested donation at the door, or a potluck dish to share.
Contact Jessica if you are interested in performing or vending.

There will be vending at this event, browse bellydance garb and jewelry, plus Daveed will also bring drums, DVDs, and workbooks for sale.
We will have a Chinese Auction, however I have titled it an ARABIAN auction, as most of the items in the baskets are bellydancer inspired.

Erie will also be hosting its biggest cultural and arts fest (Celebrate Erie) just around the corner on State Street. In between the workshop and hafla, you can enjoy strolling the booths, tasting the food and seeing more local arts and performances.

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13 Greek Sheet Music/Books For Sale...

2006-07-30T17:30:18Z

I am selling a pile of Greek song books on craigslist including Mel Bay's Dumbek Method w/ CD. I thought someone here on tribe might be interested because of the ethinic content (for the instrumentalists) If anyone on tribe is interested let me know.

The pile includes the following...

Manoli Hiotis, Marios Tokas, Tragoudia Collections #1 and #2 (traditional), Christos Nikonopolnos (x2 books), Laika Collection (folk), Otelios, Misc. Pop Collections, Greek Tradionals for Piano, Greek Favourites for Easy Piano, Strickly Belly Dancing, and Mel Bays Dumbek Methods.

All this cost well over $150. Please take it off my hands for $50 CDN.

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FEEDBACK!!

2006-07-20T06:00:50Z

OK while it is still fresh in everyones mind, lets get some feedback on this years DID. What did you like what you didn't and things that you think could be done to make next years even better. BTW this years DID went very smooth compared to years past. Lets hear what you got to think!

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DRUM MAKER'S SALE

Starting New Hand Drumming classes

Suggestions and help!

COOLSHE COLLECTIVE PERFORMING WITH READ MY HIPS

Help with 2009 DID Video Production

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Quick question ...

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Call for HI Rez Photos

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Registration is up! Pittsburgh Bellies...in Erie!

Our newest little citizen

From the Minister of Culture: Zafira presents Vaudeville Carnivale

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Anyone have video editing skills?

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A Few Photos

Hafla Videos

Missing it &lt;:(

Class Schedule

Kara Nomadica CD

POSITIVE D.I.D. ENERGY ROLLCALL!

anyone bringing their kiddos to DID this year?

Attn: SAZ PEOPLE

roll call :-)

the DID site is up, register now!

Dreaming of Darbukastan~~~~~~~

CarPooling from Pittsburgh

Keeping in touch w our neighbors

Shimmy for a Cure in Erie PA: Featuring Zafira!

Kara Nomadica CD update!!!

Announcement

Carmine in Charlotte, NC - April 4th, 5th, 6th 2008

D.I.D. website has moved.

Middle Eastern sheet music book now available at www.dorku.com

Dates?

Darbuka, Nakara, Tabl

WHO WERE THE FIRE-EATERS THIS YEAR?

Nomadiqa Ethnic Fusion and Arabesque Beats - Repost

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Werewolves of Darbukistan

Just listed a bunch of pics...

Pictures, better late than never

Welcome home!

a bit late in coming dance class synopsis

Where is Sassy Susan of New York?

Where's all the pictures everyone?

Thank You all

Fire at DID??

pictures anyone?

Dancing...

Who's going this year?

Dance Swap

CM new demo video

WORKSHOP; ORIGINS: The Ancient Ancestry of the Mid-Eastern Lute and Microtonal Music

New tablature for guitar and bass available at www.dorku.com

Ride to Airport

DID07 in 4 weeks! WooHoo!

Missing it <:(