Alex DeLora is an internationally acclaimed belly dance performer, teacher, and choreographer who has been sharing her art worldwide since 2012. Invited to more than 50 countries to teach, perform, and judge competitions, she is especially recognized for her unique technique and charisma in drum solo style. In 2020 she launched her first online program, Drum-Matic BellyDance, followed by the creation of her fashion brand, Alex Delora Design, which has since expanded into handmade and ready-to-wear collections. Today, Alex focuses on teaching at international festivals, offering private coaching, and developing new online courses, while continuing to inspire over a million followers through her vibrant social media presence.

In this episode you will learn about:

- Performing more with live orchestras and how to establish connection with musicians.

- High-heels training: a different movement system, lyrics-led listening, and amplified emotions.

- Learning to remove mental blocks around sensuality in dance.

- Seeing dance styles as different roles or characters to embody.

- The effect of gym training on the belly dance technique.

Show Notes to this episode:

Find Alex DeLora on Instagram, FB, Youtube and websites: HipNotica Course, and Alex DeLora Design.

Previous interview with Alex:

Ep 146. Alex DeLora: You Just Need to Start

Ep 21. Alex DeLora: Every Drum Solo Has Its Own Mood

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