There are nine types of Indian Classical dances and each one is unique and graceful in itself. But Kathak, Bharatnatyam and Odissi is crossing the boundaries of India and gaining popularity throughout the globe. In 1996 Masaka Ono from Japan come to Nrityagram, India and started training from Odissi Dancer Late Protima Gauri, Surupa Sen, …
Kathak is mainly performed on the nodes of music instruments like tabla, pakhawaj, harmonium etc. Whatever rhythm (taal) plays on musical instruments, one has to make that sound from the feet in accordance with the rhythm. This is the main reason behind the clear and sharp sound to make from the feet. Kathak is mainly …
Image source:dlpng Guru Purnima (Poornima) is a custom that is devoted to all the teachers whether they are Spiritual Gurus or Dance/Music Gurus or Academic teachers, that are involved in the spiritual or mental development to share the wisdom. This festival is not only celebrated in India but also in Nepal and Bhutan by Buddhists, …
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Jaipur is famous for Art and Culture and it has an old connection with Kathak. Jaipur Gharana found its traces from the Hindu courts; due to this Jaipur Gharana still holds the traditional Kathak style. Hindu Rulers has not only given shelter to the Kathak dancers but also praised their art which has helped to …
image source: wikipedia Kathak is one of the prominent dance styles of Indian classical dance forms. It is among the 9 forms of Indian Classical Dance. Kathak is native of North India. According to the Hindu mythology, Kathak is derived from the word Katha. There is a famous saying about Kathak ‘ कथा करे सा …