Daniel "Sazidan" Eshoo is a native of Ojai, CA, where he grew up in the rich musical traditions of an Armenian/Assyrian household. Daniel has performed at many Belly Dance festivals and taught saz (Turkish lute) at the world-renowned University of California Santa Barbara Middle Eastern Music and Dance Ensemble. He currently resides in Porltand, OR. with his wife, Natasya and performs with Brothers of the Baladi.