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Download Episode 2First, I'd like to thank you all for your patience and support. Episode 2 was a long time (and a lot of work) in coming, and I hope you'll think it was worth the wait.This episode deals with long-term repetition. That's repetition over the course of a song or an entire routine. We'll discuss:- maximizing intellectual satisfaction by balancing length & complexity (with graphs!)- maximizing emotional satisfaction by balancing frequency & drama (also with graphs!)- using theme and variation to keep repeated elements fresh and interesting- using the structure of your music to guide your repetitionIn the process I'll be sharing:- low-, medium-, and high-complexity combinations- several ideas for medium- and high-drama movements- combinations that demonstrate Theme & variation- my "cheater's drop", a less intimidating alternative to the Turkish Drop- a DIY exercise on working with your musical structureThis episode also includes performance clips by me, as well as by Badriya al Badi'a of Boston.VIDEO:This episode runs just over an hour, which is too long to fit on You Tube (due to their 10-minute limit), so I'm only posting the introduction there. All versions are formatted to be iPod-friendly.- Our Media (full version, downloadable)- Google Video (full version, viewable online and downloadable)- YouTube (introduction only)I've created an RSS feed on Feedburner, and you can now subscribe in iTunes. MUSIC:The music featured in this episode is from Belly Dancing for Fortune and Fame:- Sala, Sala (the Taktaba theme song)- Shisheler- Drum Solo- Mastika- El SamerSpecial thanks to Stella Grey for donating the use of this CD.Update: 1/12/2008: If you've had trouble downloading this episode, try watching it in VLC. If it still fails, download the low-resolution version. The video quality isn't as good, but the smaller file size might help!Update: 4/9/2008: The podcast DVDs have found a new home on Amazon:You can also order directly from the manufacturer, CreateSpace.