Experience the joy of this ancient and folkloric art with Andalee. The name Andalee is a derivative of the Muslim name, Andalib, which means nightingale. In the Persian poem, the Conference of the Birds, the nightingale represents the lover. Andalee is a lover of Middle Eastern dance and music. Through her movements you'll discover layers of passion, love, joy, sorrow, musicality and fluidity--much like the layers of a nightingale's song.

Andalee is a member of the Khâhari Belly Dance Collaborative based in Chapel Hill. The name means sisterhood in Persian, and the group performs together at local events.

Contact Andalee at andalee.oriental@gmail.com. Visit www.mountainstothesea.biz for jewelry by Andalee.