Online Kathak Classes - Initiation
Beginner
by Pallavi Shome
25 Years Experience
A torchbearer of the Lucknow Gharana, performer at prestigious cultural festivals and events, choreographer, and teacher. She has been conferred with the title of Nrithya Vilasini and Girnar Ratna in recognition of her performances.
US $21.6 per class |
for 1-on-1, 60 mins class
Recommended: 2 classes per week | 12-16 weeks to level up
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Instruction Language
: English, Bengali, Hindi
Course Summary
Kathak is one of the ancient art forms of India. It’s an art of storytelling, a way of devotion, and a manifestation of aesthetics that is unmatched by all means. This course introduces you to Kathak under the tutelage of celebrated performer and teacher - Pallavi Shome.
The foundational lessons will focus on basic footwork, hand and body movements, body posture, and the overall mindset of adapting and becoming a part of this glorious art form. In tandem, the students will learn about the various rhythms (Taal) and tempos (Laya). Abhinaya - the art to emote is crucial to any performing art. This, the students will start learning from the fundamental levels. And above everything, the alignment of the body and mind.
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Kathak
Education
from Delhi University
Work Details
Founder - Prashaa Nritya Academy
About the Course
This course aims to introduce the students to the basic concepts of Kathak. Just like alphabets are to language and notes are to music, the following concepts are the foundational blocks for Kathak. Here are the highlights of the course -
Tatkaar - ‘Ta Thei Thei Tat, Aa Thei Thei Tat’ - the basic footwork. First, the focus will be on the footwork and then slowly the hand movements will be introduced. Different variations of the footwork will also be introduced.
Thaat - Simple thaat (graceful standing postures) will be taught. It serves as an introductory part of the performance where the dancer showcases grace, poise, balance, and control. The chest is lifted, shoulders relaxed and the head held high. The dancer slowly transits into the performance from this position.
Tukda - Tukda is a group of specific bols or syllables weaved into a rhythmic composition. The dancers demonstrate their technical prowess such as footwork, spins, and body movements. Simple tukdas of different varieties will be taught.
Hori - A small composition on Holi will be taught. It is an abhinaya piece that will give an introduction to the art of emoting.
Padhant - It refers to reciting of rhythmic bol by the dancer or accompanying musicians. Very simple compositions will be introduced at this stage that will give an idea about the basic structure and rolling out of the Padhant.
About the Teacher
Pallavi was born into a distinguished family with a rich cultural heritage. Her father, Pratap Pawar, is an acclaimed violinist and a foremost disciple of Padma Bhushan Pandit V.G. Jog. He served at the Central Sangeet Natak Akademi in New Delhi. Her mother, Seema Pawar, is a Sangeet Prabhakar in Vocal Music.
Pallavi showed a love for dance from an early age and began her Kathak training at seven at Kathak Kendra in Delhi. She studied the Lucknow Gharana style under Guru Munna Lal Shukla, Guru Reba Vidyarthi, and Guru Bharti Gupta. Pallavi excelled, earning a scholarship and completing her Post Diploma. She then achieved her Nritya Visharad from Bhatkhande University of Music, Lucknow.
She has performed at festivals like "Kathak Mahotsav" and "Chhatra Utsav" and participated in various dance dramas. An accomplished choreographer, she teaches at her dance school, Prashaa Nritya Academy, and judges state-level competitions at UP Sangeet Natak Akademi, Lucknow.
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The aim is to give holistic learning to the student. The student is introduced to classical dance through basic lessons in the beginning where the focus is primarily on
- Co-ordination of major and minor limbs with the help of footwork and hand movements
- Alignment of body and mind
- Enhancing the rhythmic sensibilities through introduction to taal
- Giving an insight into the art of storytelling through very simple abhinaya lessons.
- After completing the course you will have a strong understanding of the concepts of Kathak
- You will be ready to learn more advanced concepts that will be introduced in the intermediate and advanced levels
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- This course is for absolute beginners. So no prior experience in learning any sort of dance is required.
- The age criteria is 6-7 years and above. There is no upper limit in regards to the age of the student as long as you are physically capable to pullout the complex footwork, postures and spins.
- You should have access to a gadget such as - laptop, desktop, tablet or mobile
- You should have a stable internet connection
- A quiet and distraction-free learning environment
- Enough space to move around while dancing
- You should wear traditional Indian attire - churidaar and a knee length kurta
- You should tie up your hair neatly.
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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
4 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!
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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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