On May 22, 2011 I attended the Indis performance titled Visions. For those who do not know what Indis is, its a mutual club that ties all the smaller Indian/ Middle eastern clubs together under one common body. This particular performance was to make others more aware of the rich cultures and customs practiced within India and the Middle East. Truthfully, I went to the performance not so much because I was interested in learning a new culture but rather to support some friends of mine who where performing. I will say that I overall I enjoyed the performance and did learn.
Many of the performances used a two drum hand like apparatus called the tabla. I must say that watching people play this instrument was the highlight of the performance, well at least to me. It was mind boggling to see how the slightest shift in position of the hands and fingers created such unique sounds. Their was one particular student who was amazing. the speed in which his hands moved and the rhythm that struck out of the tabla was jaw dropping.
As far as the dancing goes, man I am amazed at the talent found in students who attend UCSB. The short belly dance performance had me completely entranced. The way in which they have such control over there bodies was breath taking not to mention seductive. That wasn't the only dance that was enjoyable. The very last performance was lively with rich movements and vibrant clothing to bring the whole ensemble wonderfully together. Overall I enjoyed the performance.
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