Haligi is translated as “a gulf”. This is the folklore style of the Middle East dance of Arabia and the countries of the Persian Gulf. It is usually performed by women in groups.
This style is particular and produces another sensation on a spectator, than classical Raks Sharqi.
The most part of movements of a dancer is accented on the upper part of the body and on soft steps. But first of all- various movements of splendid long hair.
During the dance arms have a typical position of this style.

The Music of Haligi

This style has its own rhythm, easy to know. The instruments are often traditional. There are many modern compositions of it.

The costume of Haligi

Traditionally this style is performed in“Thobe”.
It is a long and wide dress, richly unsewed, especially in central and upper parts. There aren’t used neither handkerchiefs nor scarfs, wound round the ankles.
The arms of the dancer can be adorned by numerous bracelets.
The dress can be used in typical ways for this style during the dance.

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