Tillana
Raga : Vallachi
Adi Tala
Composer: Dwaraki Krishnaswamy
Choreography: Guru Narmada, (reinterpreted by Rukmini Vijayakumar)
A Tillana is usually the last piece in the performance of a Margam. Adapted from the Tarana, of Hindustani music, the Tillana reflects the joy of finally reaching the abode of joy and fulfilment that a Margam is meant to lead both performer and viewer.
Vandeham Sharadam
Raga: Yamuna Kalyani
Mishra Chapu
Composer: Swami Dayananda Saraswati
Choreography: Rukmini Vijayakumar
Language: Sanskrit
It describes Goddess Saraswati, the embodiment of knowledge, speaking of how the knowledge of the self is revealed to those who have clarity of thought, a...
Mobility and flexibility in ankles are very important for a lot of movements in bharatanatyam. When there is tightness in the ankles, it may lead to injuries in the knees and hips. This video helps promote mobility in the ankles and calf muscles and must be practised after dancing or training, no...
Varnam, "Adi Shivane"
Raga: Todi
Adi Tala
Composer: K.N.Dandayudapani Pillai.
Choreography: Guru Narmada (Jathis) , Adapted by Rukmini Vijayakumar
Language: Tamil
The Varnam speaks from the perspective of a Nayika that is longing to see Lord Shiva.
This introduction will go through the meani...