Bharathanatyam - Classical Dance of South India
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Bharathanatyam (also spelled Bharatanatyam, Bharatnatyam or Bharata Natyam) is a classical dance form originating in South India Chiefly developed in Tamil Nadu that traces its roots back to more than 2,500 years ago. There are numerous classical dance styles accomplished in India of these, Bharathanatyam, the pride of the Southern State of Tamil Nadu, is possibly the most aesthetically and technically progressed. Today, it is one of the very popular and extensively performed dance styles and is practiced by many dancers all over the world. Bharathanatyam developed in the Temples of Tamil Nadu and some other parts of South India, where it was played as an important part of daily worship of the presiding deity of the Temple. The most important characters of Bharathanatyam are Bhavam (expression), Ragam (melody) and Thalam (rhythm).Various Bharathanatyam styles developed based on the Gurus and their cities. The most noticeable styles of Bharathanatyam are: Pandanallur Style, Vazhuvoor Style, Tanjore Style, Kalakshetra Style, and the Mysore Style. These styles are categorized based on deviation in movement expressions and teaching methodologies. The Vazhuvoor style and Pandanallur style are especially celebrated for its masterpieces in composition.
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