Level Up in Bharatnatyam

This intermediate-level course is designed for students who have a foundational understanding of Bharatanatyam and are ready to deepen their practice. The focus is on enhancing the student's command over adavus, introducing complex rhythmic patterns, and exploring abhinaya (expressive dance) with greater depth. Students will begin learning intermediate-level items from the traditional margam, such as Jatiswaram, Shabdam, and introductory Varnam sections.

Key Topics Covered:
 

• Advanced Adavus and Theermanams
• Nritta (pure dance) and Nritya (expressive dance) techniques
• Introduction to Varnam structure
• Mudras (hand gestures) and their combinations in storytelling
• Expression (Abhinaya) for mythological themes
• Understanding Tala (rhythm) cycles in more depth (Adi, Rupaka, Misra Chapu)
• Group and solo choreography practices