Belly Dancer Zills

Zills are metallic finger cymbals worn on the belly dancer’s hands. There are four cymbals in a set, i.e. two for each hand. Modern belly dance zills come in a range of sizes and finishes, but beginners usually find a zill with a diameter of around two inches or less easier to manage to begin with. Zills were originally used by musicians playing for belly dance performances but are now seen as part of the belly dancer’s art. There are many complex rhythms in belly dancing music that can be played on the zills. The belly dancer attaches two zills to each hand while performing the dance to accentuate the rhythm of belly dance music and enhance the graceful movements of the dancer’s arms and hands.

Straight from Egypt, our zills are ideal for the beginner and the experienced belly dancer alike. They are 2.5” in diameter and come in a lovely little drawstring bag to keep them safe.

Finished in a gold or silver, they are quite thick and make a lovely clear ringing sound, adding a further dimension to your belly dancing performance.