How to Play Zills Part 1

Zills or Sagat are finger cymbals that many belly dancers use while they are dancing.

Many people think of zills as props but they are actually musical instruments. A good quality zill will make a lot of difference to the sound quality and the contribution you make to the music.

This first video from Inanna Brint Ali introduces you to the Zills and tells you more about what to look for when buying:

Part 2 has not been posted yet to Revver but I will bring it to you as soon as it is.

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Check out Killer Ziller, if you would like to learn how to play the finger cymbals

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#1 Velvet Moxie on 11.04.08 at 1:37 am

Absolutely – I’ve often seen people use zills as just props – and although I’m one of the least “belly dance police”-ey people you’ll ever meet, I get a kick out of it! Zills are so fascinating, and I know they take a while to get the hang of, but I LOVE it when they’re well used!

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