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    Classical dances of India include 8 main styles: Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, Manipuri, Mohiniyattam, Odissi, and Sattriya. Each dance traces its origins to different regions of India and has its own distinctive movements, costumes, and musical accompaniment influenced by local history, culture, and religion. The document provides a brief overview of the characteristics and origins of each classical Indian dance form.

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    Classical dances of India include 8 main styles: Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, Manipuri, Mohiniyattam, Odissi, and Sattriya. Each dance traces its origins to different regions of India and has its own distinctive movements, costumes, and musical accompaniment influenced by local history, culture, and religion. The document provides a brief overview of the characteristics and origins of each classical Indian dance form.

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    Classical dances of

    India

    By
    DIKSHA GARG
    101006039
    India
    is known for multiculturalism,
    where the multiplicity of its dance
    forms can be traced to a variety of
    factors like geography, history,
    language and religion.
    Indian Classical Dances is a unique
    presentation of the eight classical
    dance styles
    Bharatanatyam
    Kathak
    Kathakali
    Kuchipudi
    Manipuri
    Mohiniyattam
    Odissi
    Sattriya
    BHARATA
    NATYAM
    BHARATA NATYAM
    Oldest dance form of India.
    One of the most popular and widely
    performed dance styles.
    Has wide range of movements and
    postures.
    Lends itself well to experimental and
    fusion choreography all over India.
    Bharatanatyam is a
    classical dance
    form originated in
    Tamil Nadu
    KATHAK
    KATHAK
    Traces its origins to the nomadic
    bards of ancient northern India.
    Characterized by fast rhythmic
    footwork.
    Accompanied by instruments such as
    tabla & pakhawaj
    Numerous pirouettes at lightening
    speeds & ending up in sculptural
    poses.
    Originated
    in Uttar
    Pradesh.
    Believed to be
    evolved from
    Lord Krishna's
    raas lilas
    KATHAKALI
    Kathakali
    One of the oldest theatre forms in
    the world.
    Performances traditionally based on
    themes from Hindu mythology.
    A highly stylized classical Indian
    dance-drama.
    Originated
    in Kerala
    KUCHIPUDI
    KUCHIPUDI

    Performed as a dance drama.


    Performance begins with some stage
    rites, after which each of the
    character introduces daru.
    Accompanied by song which is
    typically Carnatic music
    The singer is accompanied by
    mridangam,violin, flute & tambura.
    Originated in
    Andhra Pradesh
    MANIPURI
    MANIPURI
    A religious dance form & associated to
    Vaishnav cult of Hinduism.
    Dance style is multifaceted & ranges from
    the softest feminine to the vigorous
    masculine.
    Dancers do not wear ankle bells to
    highlight the beats tapped out by the feet,
    in contrast with other Indian dance forms
    The dancers' feet never strike the ground
    hard.
    It originates
    from Manipur
    Mohiniyattam
    Mohiniyattam
    Mohiniyattam- dance of the enchantress.
    Considered a very graceful dance meant
    to be performed as a solo recital by
    women.
    Performer uses the eyes in a very coy yet
    graceful manner.
    Costume includes white sari embroidered
    with bright golden brocade at the edges.
    Mohiniyattam
    is a traditional
    South Indian
    dance from
    Kerala
    Odissi
    Odissi
    First originated as a court dance.
    Traces its origin in 2nd century B.C.
    Is distinguished from other classical Indian
    dance forms by the importance it places
    upon the tribhangi (literally: three parts
    break), the independent movement of
    head, chest and pelvis, and upon the basic
    square stance known as chauka.
    Originated
    from the
    state of
    Orissa
    Sattriya
    Sattriya
    Has remained a living tradition since its
    creation in 15th century.
    An artistic way of presenting mythological
    teachings to the people.
    Accompanied by musical compositions
    called borgeets (composed by Sankardeva
    among others) that are based on classical
    ragas
    Dresses usually made of pat, a type of silk
    produced in Assam.
    Originated in
    Assam
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    protect it!

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