In-depth Bharatanatyam for Beginners- Level I
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Beginner
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by Veena Chikkanahalli Seshadri
25 Years Experience
Natya Mayuri Award at Sadhana International Art and Yoga Festival in Beijing, 2016.
US $21.6 per class |
for 1-on-1, 30 mins class
Recommended: 2 classes per week | 12-16 weeks to level up
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Instruction Language
: English
Course Summary
‘Everything in the Universe has rhythm. Everything dances.’- Maya Angelou
One of India’s oldest classical dance forms, Bharatnatyam, has the power to spellbind audiences. Do you also wish to pick up learning this dance form that stands on the principles of grace and power? These classes designed by the world-renowned Bharatnatyam performer and teacher, Veena Chikkanahalli Sheshadri, uncover the theory and practice of this ancient art form. It will help students develop a solid foundational knowledge of Bharatanatyam that goes beyond just the basics. Students will learn the origins and meaning behind the dance form and selections from Abhinaya Darpanam, Adavus, Taal, and multiple recital pieces.
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Teacher Skill Keywords
Bharatanatyam
Education
Bharatanatyam from Kalakshetra College of Fine Arts
Work Details
Founder Director - Kala Sampada
About the Course
These classes introduce the enrolled students to Bharatanatyam, its meaning, and the precise movements involved in its expression. It will cover the following:
- An understanding of the dance form and its three essential elements: Nritta, Nritya, and ve Natya
- Terminologies and concepts of Bharatnatyam
- Meaning and application of different movements, from samyukta hastas (two-hand gestures) and pada bheda (foot positions) to Drishti bheda (eye movements) and more
- Recital of the Jatis, or the rhythm patterns associated with Bharatnatyam
- Related physical exercises and poses
- Different sets of steps in Bharatanatyam, from the basic Thattadavu to the more advanced Sarikkal Adavu
Upon completing this course, students can recite Sollu kattus of all adavus in tala and perform a solo recital.
About the Teacher: From a young age, Veena Chikkanahalli Seshadri was intensely interested in dance, art, and drama. Throughout an impressive experience of more than 25 years, she has performed and taught Bharatanatyam all over the world.
She trained professionally at the Kalakshetra College of Fine Arts with Guru Minal Prabhu and Guru Jayalakshmi Eshwar. Now a guru in her own right, she's a renowned dancer and choreographer who has received numerous distinguished awards and achievements. These include a grade A from Doordarshan, an Empanelled artist of ICCR, the Natya Mayuri title from Sadhana International Art and Yoga Festival in Beijing, and honor by Sur Noopur, New Delhi, in recognition of excellence in teaching.
Veena C.S. is recognized as the embodiment of Bharatanatyam, and she brings expertise and passion to each performance and lesson.
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- An opportunity to experience the Guru-Shishya Parampara or Teacher-Disciple tradition
- In-depth knowledge of the art form
- A physically fit body and an emotionally healed mind
- Sound knowledge of the art of self-expression
- Enhanced confidence levels
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A notebook to take down notes during the class
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Available For All Age-Groups
418 Online live sessions completed
Our teachers recommend customized classes for an effective learning experience. Here's why!
Every individual
Has a unique learning style
Is at a different learning stage
Has different strength and flexibility
Has a different caliber to understand and replicate steps
Has different mind-hand coordination
And a different GOAL!
Available For All Age-Groups
418 Online live sessions completed
Our teachers recommend customized classes for an effective learning experience. Here's why!
Every individual
Has a unique learning style
Is at a different learning stage
Has different strength and flexibility
Has a different caliber to understand and replicate steps
Has different mind-hand coordination
And a different GOAL!
What you get?
World-class masters as teachers
Personalized & Interactive 1-on-1 classes
Course studio that amplifies passion learning
Access to global creative community
Pay as you go - 2 classes at a time
Milestone-based learning for best results
Statement of Accomplishment
Teacher's performance bits for reference
World-class masters as teachers
Personalized & Interactive 1-on-1 classes
Course studio that amplifies passion learning
Access to global creative community
Pay as you go - 2 classes at a time
Milestone-based learning for best results
Statement of Accomplishment
Teacher's performance bits for reference
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