Flashcard: Introduction to Bharathanatiyam — 18 carte

Introduction to Bharathanatiyam

A classical Indian dance from South India emphasizing storytelling.

Dancer Characteristics — qualities?

Enthusiasm, patience, self-confidence.

Salangai Bells — purpose?

Maintain rhythm and enhance visual appeal.

Adavu — definition?

Basic rhythmic steps forming dance foundation.

Mudras — role?

Express meanings and emotions through hand gestures.

Kreeva Bethas — function?

Specific foot positions for aesthetic and rhythm.

Thrisdee Bethas — purpose?

Three foot positions for dance precision.

Korvai — construction?

Sequence of adavus linked seamlessly.

Dance Emotions — use?

Convey feelings and stories vividly.

Sabtham — significance?

Narrative piece depicting divine stories.

Ragamalika — composition?

Multi-raga melodic piece in dance.

Tala — definition?

Rhythmic cycle or beat pattern.

Salangai Bells — material?

Metal, hollow, produce rhythmic sound.

Kreeva vs Thrisdee — difference?

Different foot positions for varied movements.

Korvai — purpose?

Showcase mastery through structured sequence.

Dance emotions — importance?

Enhance storytelling and audience connection.

Sabtham — role?

Depicts divine assertions and stories.

Salangai Bells — worn where?

On ankles, 30-50 bells per leg.