Shira's Video Information Survey

About You

What is your level of Middle Eastern dance skill?	Non-dancer who just likes to watch Total novice (haven't started learning yet but want to, or less than 6 months belly dancing) Somewhat experienced beginner - studied 6 months or more Intermediate Advanced or professional Non-dancer but involved (musician, vendor, etc.)
Have you ever bought a video or made a decision to avoid a video based on one of my reviews?	Yes No Don't know
Do you usually agree with my reviews or disagree?	Usually agree Agree about half the time Usually disagree Don't know
Please tell me what you think about my reviews. Why do you like or dislike them? How could I improve them?
Your E-Mail Address It's optional, but I invite you to provide it in case I want to send a reply to you.	For example, if you say later in this survey that you'd like to see a review of Best of Bertha, and if I have that video in my collection, I might want to send you a reply saying that because you asked for it I'll choose it to review Bertha's video next.

Information Needed?

Other than reviews of specific videos, what kind of information do you wish you had about belly dancing videos? (Check all that apply.)

How to find out which videos are good
How to persuade your local library to stock belly dance videos
Define technology terms: PAL vs NTSC, DVD regions, etc.
Advice for camera operators on filming performances
How to produce & sell your own video
Other, please describe:

Which Types of Videos
Related to Middle Eastern Music, Dance, & Culture
Are You Looking For?

What type of video are you most interested in seeing reviews for at this time?	Dance instruction Fitness workout Performances Related instruction (costume, makeup, etc.) Documentaries Inspirational Hollywood movies with belly dance scenes or Middle Eastern setting Other, please describe: Don't know Not interested in seeing any reviews
Which type of instructional video do you most want to read reviews about?	Basic moves for brand-new beginner Continuing education beyond the basics One of these Specialties: Choreography Instruction Single veil, double veil, cape Finger cymbals Arms Floor work Balancing (sword, candle, shamadan, etc.) Cane Fan Costuming or make-up Folkloric dances Other, please describe: Not interested in instructional at all Don't know
Which type of performance videos do you most want to read reviews about?	Famous dancers in Egypt, Lebanon, or Turkey Skilled artists "over here" doing "typical belly dance" performances Experimental or avant-garde shows and/or fusion Folkloric dances Romany (Gypsy) dance Sensuous/erotic interpretations Other, please describe: Not interested in performance videos at all Don't know

Which Specific Videos Should I Review Next?

Currently, there are about 40 video reviews on my web site. I have over 80 videos in my collection. By answering the questions below, you'll help me prioritize which to choose next for review.

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