Shloka/ Shlok/ Shlokam in sanskrit means a verse, hymn in praise of or a proverb. They are usually two lined verses or a collection of…
Pushpanjali is an invocatory dance in Bharatanatyam.
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Drishthi in sanskrit meaning “Vision”. In relation to our eyes it means “sight” or “to see”. The classification of these eye movements are based on…
Head movements are also called Shirobheda. Shira or shirasa meaning ” Head” in sanskrit. The head movements refer to the head positions, while expressing a…
Here is the second part of Alarippu. I have used some audio in between to demonstrate the speed and how it would match with the…
The word Alarippu means “a flowering bud.” It is an innovatory piece meaning it is performed before a dancer begins a whole performance. It is…
Neck movements are an integral part of most indian classical dance forms. If performed in a smooth and delicate manner it increases the quality of…
The word Korvai means to compile, join or thread together. Korvais are adavus when set to a particular Talam (Rhythm) and Kalam (speed) and usually…
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