Hyper dumbecs are heard above heavy bass frame drums rolling into the 5 part belly dance routine. Suddenly the percussion picks up a quick even tempo specifically composed for the dancer's entrance. As the routine progresses the pace continually changes to give opportunities for veil, implement balancing, floor dancing and drum solo segments. Both routines are suited to playing cymbals. Tinkling kanouns and tastefully whining mizmars provide opportunities for slow motion dancing.
Brain frying drum solos elevate the sensational aspect of the performance.
Several unique folk songs particular to Egypt, Syria, Tunisia and Jordan display the virtuosity of the incredibly talented musicians. Through their music they converse, chant, laugh, cry and pray with highly expressive attitudes. In the taqseems they infuse their souls into their work. Raspy woodwinds describe whimsical moods and perpetual mysteries. It was designed expressly for dancing and listeners just can't sit still.