International Performance Artist “Tahja” brings elegance and culture to your event.
Tahja sings in 50 different languages, performs dances from many diverse cultures, plays 10 instruments, and offers a variety of programs.
“Rarely in the realm of the arts can one performer assimilate and successfully interpret influences from so many diverse cultures as to truly be called “universal”. Tahja is one of those rare artists. ”
Tahja’s Shows offer something for everyone. Her unique and varied talents entertain people of all ages and ethnic backgrounds.
Tahja offers specialized shows of Music, Dance, and Audience Participation to entertain in any of the below mentioned themes :
Polynesian/ Hawaiian
Great Gatsby 1920s Theme Show
International Theme Shows
American Music
James Bond
You have the option to add additional dancers and/or musicians.
Call today to book entertainment by Tahja
(941) 284-6996
For exceptional entertainment, Tahja is perfect for :
International Gatherings & Cultural Events
Around the World Parties,
Multi National Conventions
Parties for Dignitaries and Diplomats
Schools, Universities and Educational Programs
Travel Expos
Stage Concerts & Theatres
House Concerts & Private Parties
Country Clubs & Resorts
Cruise Ships
“Tahja plays the music, speaks the languages, dances the dances and has a deep understanding of the cultures she is interpreting. In Tahja’s performances, it is not unusual to see her play a complex classical song on a regional instrument, and then take to the floor in a whirling and fiery dance performance. ”
International Entertainer and Variety Artist “Tahja”
Tahja's show business career started early. She declared to her 2nd grade teacher that she wanted to be an international entertainer. No one else in the family was in show business. however, when as a young child Tahja performed her puppet and magic acts for the family, she noticed that something magical happened: there was peace and laughter in the home, replacing any arguments and tension.. This convinced Tahja she was on the right path.
By the age of fifteen Tahja was already gaining international notoriety as a Middle Eastern dancer. She was known for her authentic interpretations of both Egyptian and Turkish styles of belly dance. Her unique performances often include swirling with multiple veils and balancing swords or bottles. As both a musician and a dancer, Tahja has the unique advantage of impeccable timing, with an extraordinary synchronization between complex rhythm patterns played on her finger cymbols while simultaneously accenting her hips and other parts of her body to the beat.
Tahja’s enthusiastic performances were not only in the art of Belly Dance. By the age of 16 she was also in high demand for Polynesian shows .
Tahja’s fascination with language, music, culture and and rhythmic complexity brought her into the world of Spanish Flamenco. Her collaboration with well known Flamenco performance artists led Tahja into a new arena of performance arts.
By the age of 20 Tahja's unquenchable curiosity for the world’s cultural richness and passion for performance expanded into even more styles of performance. She became a French chanteuse, a German Oktoberfest entertainer, and an Italian singer.
Tahja as a child with her parents in Egypt
Tahja at 15 years old in Morocco
As an accomplished vocalist in fifty languages, musician of ten instruments, linguist of ten languages, and performer and consultant of numerous ethnic dance styles, Tahja is truly a cultural ambassador.
Tahja's unique profession grew out of her passion for music, dance, language, and culture
Tahja dancing hula with her mother when she was 13
Tahja today
“Tahja has entertained tens of thousands in more than 26 countries with her magical and memorable performances. She has performed before Senators and Kings, as well as for numerous international organizations. Her diverse skills, creativity, and vivaciousness have captivated and inspired audiences around the world.”
Today, Tahja owns a unique entertainment production company, International Productions by Tahja, dedicated to the art of entertainment of cultural dance and music performances. She collaborates with other ethnic artists, trains dancers, designs costumes, and presents full programs of music, song and dance in Caribbean, Samba, Spanish, Middle Eastern, Polynesian, and 1920's theme shows. She also promotes Asian, Slavic, and African dance and music.
Any of her themes can fill a typical 3 hour event of cocktail music, followed by a show and then provide dance music for your guests.
Tahja has the unique ability to make any party lively and engaging. She wants her client's vision brought to fruition, with great attention to detail. She follows her own rule of ABCs in production, that each show must be:
Authentic, Beautiful, Contrasting, Dramatic, Entertaining, and Fun.
As musical director for YaSalaam she choreographs traditional Zaffas for weddings, and can play on the oud hours of traditional Middle Eastern and belly dance favorites either solo or be joined by her band YaSalaam.
Her entertaining and engaging style, as well as her deep understanding of the culture makes Tahja a highly sought after entertainer, educator and public speaker.
Whether in music, acting, song, or dance, in Tahja’s unique performances there is a mysterious magic that transports audiences to distant lands in an enchanting and magical journey.
Entertainer
Dancer of: Belly Dance, Flamenco, Polynesian, and numerous other ethnic styles
Multi-Cultural Singer (sings in forty languages)
Musician of ten instruments, including: guitar, oud, piano, accordion, ukulele, baglama, doumbek, congas, cajon, castanets, zills,
Musical Composer/ Song Writer
Choreographer
Ethnic Arts Entertainment Consultant
Producer
Linguist of ten languages
She also is a Marilyn Monroe impersonator, and highly sought after Fortune Teller.
To view some of Tahja’s original music, see videos below:
"The Singing Cat Lady" offers purrfect entertainment for: Humane Society Fundraisers, Birthday Parties for your Pets, Singing Telegrams, Pet Store Grand Openings, and other special occasions.
I am very grateful to each of my incredible clients. It is because of YOU that together we are able to share abundant joy, make incredible memories, and keep ethnic arts alive! I greatly appreciate your support! Tahja