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Natta Adavu - Eighth Step
2008-01-08 06:48:00 Further steps in Natta Adavu are slightly different than the previous steps with regards to hand movements. Also the leg movements get tougher now on. But its not any cause of concern. A Dance gets beautiful only when complex steps added to them. Hope You all are enjoying your dance lessons. In this post I am ... More About: Learning , Step , Atta
Mushthi Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2008-01-05 07:10:00 In simple words it is a closed fist position of the palm. When the four fingers are pressed closely against the palm, while, the thumb is held tightly between the palm and the other four fingers.The thumb can also be placed on the four fingers It is used to Denote the following :- Grasping objects Combative position ... More About: Hand , Basics
Kapitta Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2008-01-05 07:05:00 While doing Shikhara mudra, bending the pointer finger and pressing it over the thumb is the Kapitta mudra. It is used to denote the following:- Goddess Lakshmi and Saraswati Milking Cows Holding Cymbals Holding Flowers at the time of making Love. Grasping the end of the robes Offering Insense or Light Collyrium (applying Kajal) More About: Hand , Basics
Asamyukta Hasta or Single Hand Gesture
2008-01-03 13:12:00 Pataka Tripataka Ardhapataka Kartarimukha Mayura Ardhachandra Arala Shukatunda Musti Shikhara Kapitta Katakamukha Suchi Chandrakala Padmakosha Sarpashirsha Mrigashirsha Simhamukha Kangula Alapadma Chatura Bhramara Hansaye Hansapakshika Sandhamsha Mukula Tamrachuda Trishula Ardhasuchi Vyaghraha Palli More About: Learning , Single , Hand
Kartarimukha Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2008-01-02 13:33:00 A kartarimukha Mudra is done when the little finger and the ring finger is bent and pressed against the thumb. While the index finger and the Middle finger is stretched to show a scissor. Kartarimukha is used to denote the following: A Scissors Separation of a couple To show two different things Corner of an eye Lightning Sleeping Death Opposition Falling Weeping ... More About: Learning , Hand
Ardhachandra Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2008-01-02 13:23:00 In Ardhachara all the finger are held straight and togather, except the thumb finger which is held apart. It is just like the Pataka gesture , but the thumb finger is held straight and not bent like in Pataka. It is used to denote the following:- It denotes the eight phase of the wanning fortnight of the ... More About: Learning , Hand
Famous Bharatanatyam Dancers
2007-12-18 17:36:00 Tanjore Quartet - The modern day Bharatanatyam was given the formal shape by these four Nattuvanars (widely known as Tanjaore Bandhu) namely Chinnaiya, Ponaiyah, Sivanandam, Vadaivelu. They flourished in the Darbar of the Maratha ruler, Sarfoji-II between A.D 1798 to 1832. Todays Margam (repertoire from Allaripu to Tillana) was also given a face lift by them. ... More About: History , Famous , Basics , Dancers , Hara
Abhinaya in Dance (Part 3)
2007-12-13 06:53:00 In the last post we saw about Angika Abhinaya and Vachika Abhinaya. Now lets see what Aharaya and Sattvika Abhinaya mean. 3. The Aharya aspect of Abhinaya involves the make-up and costumes, ornaments, use of specific colours, hair-styles as well as dress code for particular characters. Aharya also includes the stage props and decor. A bharatanatyam ... More About: Dance , Part , Part 3 , Basics
Abhinaya in Dance (Part 2)
2007-12-02 17:43:00 Before we move on to the explanation of different Abhinayas I would like to share a popular shloka (poetic verse) in praise of lord Shiva who is said to be the embodiment of these four Abhinayas. The dancing Avatar of Lord Shiva is called the Nataraja (The king of Dance ). Angikam Bhuvanam Yasya Vachichikam Sarva Vangmayam Aharyam Chandra ... More About: Part , Basics
Abhinaya in Dance
2007-11-28 14:40:00 Abhinaya is the main technique used in Natya. “Abhi” means “towards” and “ni or Naya” is the root meaning to “carry”. Thus as the meaning implies the dancer through the vehicle of Abhinaya has to reach out to the spectators. It is an inseparable component of Natya. Lets see how Natya is related to ... More About: Dance , Learning
Natta Adavu - Fifth, Sixth and Seventh step (Video)
2007-11-11 16:06:00 Here is the Video for the Fifth, Sixth and Seventh step of Natta Adavu. More About: Learning , Step , Atta
Natta Adavu - Seventh Step
2007-11-06 11:40:00 Hope you must have tried out the fifth and sixth step. Today I shall describe the seventh step. Be in Ardhamandala and hands stretched out in Tripataka. 1.Do the first step of Natta Adavu as explained in the previous posts. (Tai yum Tat Ta tai hi ya ha) 2. After doing the first step take your right foot ... More About: Learning , Step , Atta
Natta Adavu - Sixth Step
2007-11-01 13:29:00 As we saw the third and the fourth step is very similar. The fifth and the sixth are similar as well. let see how it is done. 1. Be in Ardhamandala posture. Take your right leg forward in Alidha and Right hand in Triptaka touching the right foot. The left foot will be grounded flat ... More About: Learning , Step , Atta
Shikhara Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2007-10-31 02:13:00 Here all the fingers are bent and pressed against the Palm except the thumb. The thumb is raised and held erect. (like the thumbs-up Sign) It is used to denote the following: An Armour A Bow A Pillar Making offering to Manes Upper lips A tooth Questioning Saying No Recollection Pulling a griddle ... More About: Hand , Basics , Hara
Natta Adavu Third and Fourth step (Video)
2007-10-24 18:40:00 Here is the Video for the Third and Fourth step of Natta Adavu. This also has a detailed explanation of the crossed leg movements. More About: Step , Atta
Natta Adavu First & Second Step (Video)
2007-10-23 21:16:00 I have described the First and Second steps of Natta Adavu earlier. I am happy to add a Video of the steps today. More About: Step , Atta
Natta Adavu - Fifth Step
2007-10-22 18:32:00 As we saw the third and the fourth step were very similar. The fifth and the sixth are similar as well. Let us see how the Fifth step is done. 1. Be in Ardhamandala posture with hands stretched out. Take your right leg forward in Alidha and Right hand in Triptaka touching the right foot. The ... More About: Learning , Step , Atta
Natta Adavu Fourth Step
2007-10-09 19:35:00 The fourth step is very similar to the third step. Here every action of the third step is repeated twice. Formula for the Fourth step: Natta Adavu second step + Crossed legs + Half of Natta Adavu second step Be in Ardhamandala posture with hands stretched apart and palms in Tripataka facing down as shown in this ... More About: Learning , Step , Atta
Tatta Adavu in Bharatanatyam
2007-10-07 19:21:00 I have written about Tatta Adavu and its variations (Steps) earlier. Today I have the Video for all the Tatta Adavu variations. Please look at the below postings for detailed explanation of the Tatta Adavu variations. Tatta Adavu- First Step Tatta Adavu- Second step Tatta Adavu- Third step Tatta Adavu- Fourth step Tatta Adavu- Fifth step Tatta Adavu- Sixth step More About: Hara , Atta
Ardhamandala in Bharatanatyam
2007-10-03 20:22:00 Ardhamandala is the fundamental posture of Bharatanatyam. It is also known as Ayatam, Araimandi, Ukkaramandala, or the Half sitting posture. Pure Dance called Nritta involves frequent use of this posture. In this posture, the performer assumes a half sitting position with the knees turned sideways, and the spine erect. The arms are either extended out or ... More About: Video , Hara , Amanda
Natta Adavu - Third Step
2007-10-02 18:57:00 In the third step of Natta Adavu, you will be introduced to a new leg movement where we cross our legs one behind the other. I can give you a formula for the third step: Natta Adavu First step + Crossed legs + Half of Natta Adavu First step Be in Ardhamandala posture with hands stretched apart ... More About: Learning , Step , Third , Atta
Bharatanatyam Namaskar
2007-09-30 19:04:00 As described in my previous post on Namaskar, this is a traditional way to start a practice or performance. As my first video, I present the Bharatanatyam Namaskar. Thanks for your encouragement and comments! More About: Video , Hara
Ardhapataka Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2007-09-24 19:00:00 Ardhapataka means “Half Flag”. It is done by bending the little finger after doing the Tripataka. Ardhapataka is used to denote the following: Leaves A board or a Slab for writing Bank of the river To Indicate “Both” A knife A banner A Tower An Animal Horn More About: Hand , Basics
OnlineBharatanatyam.com
2007-09-23 15:17:00 We have a new domain address (Link) for the Blog now! Hope this aids in a faster recall of the address, making the experience better. The site can now be accessed by typing onlinebharatanatyam.com or www.onlinebharatanatyam.com from your browser. The existing link would also work for some more time before we transition completely to the new ... More About: Learning , Hara
Pataka Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2007-09-21 18:13:00 Pataka means “Flag”. Pataka is done with all fingers held straight like the Stop sign. There should be no gap between the fingers. Following are the uses (viniyoga) of Pataka: Opening a door Cleaning with a broom Stepping forward Touching things To show “Stop” Cutting Taking an oath Strong sunlight To show entering a lane An ideal King A horse To describe a Place Anointing the body of ... More About: Hand , Basics
Alapadma Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2007-09-20 18:50:00 Alapdma means “Fully Bloomed Lotus”. Here the fingers are held in such a manner as if to ask “why”. The little finger points up and thereafter the other fingers follow. Alapadma is used to express the following: A fully bloomed Lotus To show fruits such as Apple Circular movement Bosom A full Moon Hair knot Show Beauty Separation from dear one A Mirror A Village Cakravaka Bird High ... More About: Learning , Hand
Katakamukha Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2007-09-14 18:25:00 Katakamukha means “Opening in a Bracelet”. Its done by bringing together the index finger, middle finger and thumb. The ring finger and the little finger are raised at angles as shown. Katakamukha is generally used to express the following Plucking or picking flowers Holding a necklace or a garland Pulling the bow string Talking and Seeing To show preparing a paste ... More About: Hand , Basics
Katakamukha Hand Gesture (Mudra)
2007-09-14 18:25:00 Katakamukha means “Opening in a Bracelet”. Its done by bringing together the index finger, middle finger and thumb. The ring finger and the little finger are raised at angles as shown. Katakamukha is generally used to express the following Plucking or picking flowers Holding a necklace or a garland Pulling the bow string Talking and Seeing To show preparing a paste ... More About: Hand , Basics
Nattu Adavu - Second Step
2007-09-10 19:12:00 Hope you have read the post on the first step for Nattu Adavu. The second step for Nattu Adavu is completely similar. The only change is that you have to repeat the actions twice on each side. This would mean that the bols (sollukattu) ?tai yum tat ta tai hi ya ha? is completed on ... More About: Learning , Step
Nattu Adavu - Second Step
More articles from this author:2007-09-10 19:12:00 Hope you have read the post on the first step for Nattu Adavu. The second step for Nattu Adavu is completely similar. The only change is that you have to repeat the actions twice on each side. This would mean that the bols (sollukattu) ?tai yum tat ta tai hi ya ha? is completed on ... More About: Learning , Step 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
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