Joette Sawall is the artistic director of the West Michigan School of Middle Eastern Dance, LLC., located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She has studied extensively with famous Egyptian dancers and choreographers since early 1990's, focusing her dance study and performance on the Egyptian Raks Sharqi along with Middle Eastern folkloric dance from all regions of the Middle East. Joette has earned and international reputation as an Oriental dance teacher, performer, sponsor and director. Her eclectic style and grace, balanced with her in depth knowledge of Egyptian folkloric dance makes her one of the most sought after Oriental dancers in the Midwest.
The West Michigan School of Middle Eastern Dance is committed to maintaining the highest level of tradition as possible while encouraging women of all ages to enjoy this ancient dance.