Alunelu (ah-loo-NEH-loo) was originally introduced by Daniela Ivanova. This is a dance for both men and women from the village of Vrav in Northwest Bulgaria, the Vidin–Danube
river area). “Alunelu” is a Vlach word that means “hazelnut.” There is also an explination that the dance is named after a man dancer named “Nelu”. The dance is performed with instrumental accompaniment. The dance pattern includes 4 figures. Dance notes…
Cafe Shalom is a monthly Israeli Folk Dance party based in San Francisco. All levels of dance experience are welcomed. Guidance happily provided for beginners. More details…
Smile Dancers
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