: Musicians:

MIDDLE EASTERN/ ROCK / INDIAN FUSION:
Danyavaad plays live original Middle Eastern flavored music featuring the electric sitar and tribal drum beats. They create an atmosphere of Middle Eastern lounge mixed with Indian vibes and rock. The unique songs are originals by vocalist/sitarist Greg Vaughan (San Diego’s Guitarmageddon Champion 2005) , percussionist Gabriel Penix, and DJ/bassist Sandy Bagri. Danyavaad means "thank you" in Hindi.
Located in San Diego.

VIDEO: Watch and listen to the self titled song Danyavaad.

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TRADITIONAL MIDDLE EASTERN:
The Middle-Earth Ensemble is a San Diego based group that performs music for belly dance and other festive occasions at many local venues. Their gypsy-infused sound has fueled the hips of many a belly dancer in the Southern California area, and has led to their popularity in San Diego . The musicians derive their influences from many different styles, including Arabic, Persian, Turkish, folk, jazz, classical, rock and improvisational music. The music of Middle-Earth Ensemble represents a unique fusion and blending to create their original sound. Middle Earth
2006 Golden Belly Award Winners!
- Zaghareet Magazine Located in San Diego.

VIDEO: Watch and listen to Middle Earth & The Shimmy Sisters @ the Sameda Faire 2006 .

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CLASSICAL VIOLINIST:

Beautiful music for weddings, ceremonies and ambiance.

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CLASSICAL GYPSY:

The musicians of Light Rain are considered pioneers of the engaging and powerful music, which has come to be known as "World Beat". At the heart of this music beats clearly, Doug Adamz, composer and musician extraordinaire. Light Rain with it's diversity, originality and completely unique sound will mesmerize and delight you. It is guaranteed that you will not be able to stay in your seat. Light Rain calls you to dance! Let the gypsy soul in you answer to the sounds as this music weaves it's way in your heart and soul. Thier song 'Rabekin' is a featured piece in Robert Altman's film about the Joffrey Ballet, 'The Company'.
Located in Bay Area.

Listen to Light Rain's music.