The intent of authoring this book is to provide readers with a richer, more immersive learning experience, ensuring the vibrant and dynamic tradition of Bharatanatyam continues to inspire and educate generations to come.
Ch-01-Bharatanatyam: An Introduction
–28
Ch-02-Bharatanatyam : a classical art form
–34
Ch-03-Bharatanaryam and other classical art forms
–38
Ch-04-Shiva to Nataraja-Cosmic Dancer
–48
Ch-05-Nataraja and Astronomy
–58
Ch-06-Cosmic Dance at CERN-Higgs Boson
–74
Ch-07-Theory behind Performing Arts
–84
Ch-08-Theoretical Framework of Bharatanatyam
–92
Ch-09-Sanctiry of Garba Griha ar Thanjavur Temple
–98
Ch-10-Nritta, Nritya and Narya
–106
Ch-11-Namaskar
–112
Ch-12-Prelude to Karanas
–122
Ch-13-Karanas in Naryashastra
–130
Ch-14-Adavus
–360
Ch-15-Hasta Mudras
–390
Ch-16-Abhinaya-navarasa
–412
Ch-17-Dwani Swara Taalam Nattuwangam
–418
Ch-18-Angahara
–428
Ch-19-Progression to Rasa Sutra
–432
Ch-20-Guru Shishya Parampara
–454
Ch-21-Ahaaryam : costume, design, makeup
–460
Ch-22-Rangapravesham-setting the stage
–471
Ch-23-Bharatanatyam at Khajuraho dance festival
–498
Ch-24-Bharatanatyam for young minds
–502
Ch-25-Bharatanatyam-Kalbha
–510
Ch-26-Bharatanatyam-Gratitude to the Dancers
–532
The introduction of “Shall We Dance? : Sensing Visual Karanas” highlights the deep connection between Bharatanatyam and India’s rich cultural heritage.
The text also references historical perspectives to underline the timeless nature of Bharatanatyam’s roots in Vedic traditions.
By fostering both the preservation and evolution of this dance form, a new book would be a welcome addition to the ever-growing corpus of Bharatanatyam literature, acting as a bridge between the ancient and the modern, the traditional and the innovative
This book captures Bharatanatyam beautifully. A must-read for dancers and new learners
- Rahul Sharma, Bharatanatyam Instructor