Tuesday, 14 June 2011

Bharatnatyam, Indian Classical Dance

Bharatnatyam is the oldest among the contemporary Indian classical dances. It has its roots in Indian legends.

Bharatnatyam originates in Tamil Nadu which is also referred to as artistic yoga and Natya yoga. The name Bharatnatyam is derived from the word "Bharata" and thus associated with the Natyashashtra. Though the style of Bharatnatyam is over two thousand years old, the freshness and richness of its essence has been retained even today. The technique of human movement which Bharatnatyam follows can be traced back to the fifth century A.D. from sculptural evidence. This classical dance has a mesmerizing effect as it uplifts the dancer and the beholder to a higher level of spiritual conciousness. It is a dancing style that comprises of Bhava, Raga, Tala and Natya which reflect the real meaning of Bharatnatyam.

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