Experience of Watching Dance: Action and Empathy
There are many types of learning style; some absorb more through hearing lectures; some learn more by viewing the subject as pictures; and there are those who learn by observing […]
There are many types of learning style; some absorb more through hearing lectures; some learn more by viewing the subject as pictures; and there are those who learn by observing […]
Now that London has become the focal point for the world, due to the Summer Olympics. Wouldn’t that be a great opportunity to showcase Indian classical dance? And what if the performance […]
Interesting read for the week: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-18686742 Classical dance forms such as Bharatnatyam and Kathak, and folk dances such as Bhangra, each have their own unique styles, but they often share signs and […]
Through the beautiful Indian Classical dance form Bharatanatyam, Rama explores the life of the Hindu deity Krishna, and explores the symbolism of the lands of Mathura and Brindavan in his […]
Teaching Indian Arts in alien soil always provides fodder for enough discussion. A number of searches for “Teaching Bharatanatyam outside India” brings readers to this blog. (At another instance I will share […]
Continued from Part 1 Music for dance-Discussion Everyone surveyed expected dance recitals to be accompanied by good music, but interestingly, even at the onset, Soumya Tilak adds that “good music“ as […]
“Geetham vaadyam tathaa nrityam, trayam sangeetham uchyate” – Sangeetha Ratnakara What’s the scene and perception today?- A survey report Introduction Asha Ramesh, a carnatic vocalist trained under Sangeeta Kalanidhi D. […]
Soumya Tilak identified some interesting articles from Narthaki. Reading them is sure to make one think about a lot of associated issues. This post deals with the article titled “Dance writing “ […]
The Dhananjayans will present BHAKTI MAARGAM (The path of devotion) in the best traditions of Bharatanaatyam. The presentation will consist of a traditional Maargam repertoire featuring the best of their […]
Bharatha Natyam, A Basic Study is written by Subashini Pathmanthan for the benefit of non-Tamil speaking students of Sri Lanka. The printing and publishing of this book is sponsored by […]