Here's When you start to revive one's classical Spin ~
~~कथक नृत्य ~~
I hope everyone of you are doing their best !!
Beginning today, Dated 26th June,2020, i shall be Going Forward towards my learning capabilities with The Indian Classical Dance form Kathak, A traditional Dance form since ancient times, in India/ Bharat.
My younger Sister, Preeti, who is professionally Trained and Skilled with 'Lucknow Gharana' dance style of Kathak, Shall be Guiding me throughout it . I find it much more easier to have a better understanding as she is there to provide the necessary information and expertise about it.
I am really Glad to include it into my Everyday routine as a method to rejuvenate my Mind Body and Soul.
The High vibrations of Indian classical Dance forms are Great to tune yourself with the Divine Energy and to Relieve Stress. i do not see myself as someone who is keen on Gym exercises however i have been active in Outdoor sports till the time i completed my schooling.
I shall be posting few Lessons from the Textbook- The Kathak ~ Authored by Renowned Kathak Guru Ms. Shikha Khare ji ( Lucknow Gharana )
Introduction
Kathak is one the eight classical dance forms in India.
The name itself is derived from the Sanskrit word – Katha (Story). The narrator of a story is called 'Katthaka' in Sanskrit.
Hence this dance form which narrates a story through the expressions and body movements came to be called Kathak.
The dance form of Kathak has three main schools which have their own unique style and instruments.
The schools known as Gharanas are Lucknow Gharana, Banaras Gharana and Jaipur Gharana.
The first two Gharanas are the ones from Uttar Pradesh. The Lucknow Gharana has a lot of Mughal influence reflected in it. The Banaras Gharana showcases a lot of use of the dance floor, not only for movement of the feet but also a flop down movement which shows the danseuse hugging the floor.
Origin and History-
As per the literary records at Kameshwar library at Mithila, Kathak had it’s origin in the 3rd or 4th century BC.
Even mythological stories like the Mahabharata talk about Kathak.
It was during the Mughal era; in 16th century A.D. that Kathak received Royal patronage and was performed in the courts to entertain the Royals. During this period, Kathak received elements of fusion from other dance forms like the Persian dance form wherein the art of straight leg movements was introduced as also the spinning movement.
Influences over the Years-
The biggest influences for the Lucknow Gharana are the descendants of Thakur Prasad Maharaj.
In today’s times, Pandit Birju Maharaj has carried forth that legacy. The Banaras Gharana has it’s own famous face in the form of Sitara Devi, daughter of Pandit Sukhdev Maharaj.
Stay healthy!! Stay blessed!!
~~कथक नृत्य ~~
I hope everyone of you are doing their best !!
Beginning today, Dated 26th June,2020, i shall be Going Forward towards my learning capabilities with The Indian Classical Dance form Kathak, A traditional Dance form since ancient times, in India/ Bharat.
My younger Sister, Preeti, who is professionally Trained and Skilled with 'Lucknow Gharana' dance style of Kathak, Shall be Guiding me throughout it . I find it much more easier to have a better understanding as she is there to provide the necessary information and expertise about it.
I am really Glad to include it into my Everyday routine as a method to rejuvenate my Mind Body and Soul.
The High vibrations of Indian classical Dance forms are Great to tune yourself with the Divine Energy and to Relieve Stress. i do not see myself as someone who is keen on Gym exercises however i have been active in Outdoor sports till the time i completed my schooling.
I shall be posting few Lessons from the Textbook- The Kathak ~ Authored by Renowned Kathak Guru Ms. Shikha Khare ji ( Lucknow Gharana )
Introduction
Kathak is one the eight classical dance forms in India.
The name itself is derived from the Sanskrit word – Katha (Story). The narrator of a story is called 'Katthaka' in Sanskrit.
Hence this dance form which narrates a story through the expressions and body movements came to be called Kathak.
The dance form of Kathak has three main schools which have their own unique style and instruments.
The schools known as Gharanas are Lucknow Gharana, Banaras Gharana and Jaipur Gharana.
The first two Gharanas are the ones from Uttar Pradesh. The Lucknow Gharana has a lot of Mughal influence reflected in it. The Banaras Gharana showcases a lot of use of the dance floor, not only for movement of the feet but also a flop down movement which shows the danseuse hugging the floor.
Origin and History-
As per the literary records at Kameshwar library at Mithila, Kathak had it’s origin in the 3rd or 4th century BC.
Even mythological stories like the Mahabharata talk about Kathak.
It was during the Mughal era; in 16th century A.D. that Kathak received Royal patronage and was performed in the courts to entertain the Royals. During this period, Kathak received elements of fusion from other dance forms like the Persian dance form wherein the art of straight leg movements was introduced as also the spinning movement.
Influences over the Years-
The biggest influences for the Lucknow Gharana are the descendants of Thakur Prasad Maharaj.
In today’s times, Pandit Birju Maharaj has carried forth that legacy. The Banaras Gharana has it’s own famous face in the form of Sitara Devi, daughter of Pandit Sukhdev Maharaj.
Stay healthy!! Stay blessed!!
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