Session 1- The Salutation

Salutation/ Pranam
The salutation in Bharathanatyam is called Thatti Kumudu (to tap and salute). The ancient practice of performing the salutation before and after dancing is observed in all parts of India.
1.The salutation is done by tapping the right followed by the left feet in samapada (feet together) with the *shikara hasta in both [...]

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Sri Gurubhyo Namaha!
Namaskar and a warm welcome into the academy.
Introduction
This online academy is an attempt to bring dance, especially Bharatanatyam closer to everyone, be it a starter, a performer, a guru or a rasika. This is an attempt to share what we have learnt from the selfless Gurus who taught us. This [...]