I would like to know more about Nattuvangam. I would be interested in knowing about the count and various other aspects in nattuvangam. Kindly let me know if you would be able to talk more on Nattuvangam also.

I know there are 3 speeds in talam:
1. Vilambam
2. Madyamam and
3. Drutham

What is the count of Dhi Dhi Thai in each talam. Is Dhi Dhi Thai 2 count in Vilambam speed. Kindly clarify.

Looking forward to hearing from you. Also is there a contact number to contact you.

thanks.

regards,
Krithika S

I am not sure there is a restriction with regards to the no. of times the tahttumettu is repeated. As for performing it on left and right, it depends on the tradition one comes from. It can be done on both sides, but some classes confine teaching only on the right side, though the left may also be used while performing/ using it in nritta items.
But when thattumetu is done for lyrics as in varnams, keertanams and padams, it is usual to use only the right for practical convenience.

Since you have been told it is a mix of Tanjore and Pandanallur, you could look around for videos /performances of particular styles and decide. Prof Sudharani Raghupathy is a well known proponent of the Tanjore style, and Ms. Alarmel Valli comes from the Pandanallur tradition. kalakshetra was in fact born out of Pandanallur style, but is distinct for it geometric precision. There are a host of Kalakshetra Gurus and students that you could watch.
Smt. Chitra Visweswaran and Sreekala Bharath are representatives of the Vazhuvoor tradition. The alarippu and adavus are usually a good guide.
Identifying a style comes with watching performances in various styles and imbibing the minute differences in posture, execution and presentation of the dance form.

Regards,
Sangeetha

I’m extremely passionate about Bharatanatyam and have been working on developing an online presence that can help students abroad who find it difficult to find a Guru learn and practice. That’s when someone sent me a link to your website.
Really happy to find someone with a similar thought process, wonder if we could work together coz I would like to help with building out this initiative.

Good Luck!
Anagha

Hi Anagha,
I am glad you can help. I will contact you through email.
Regards,
Sangeetha

Regards,
Kalaishelvi.R

plz upload nxt lessn na………..

Thank you,
Kalaishelvi Ramamurthy.

Dear Kalaishelvi R,
Age limit- well lets say it would be more your physiological limits. If its just that you are healthy and within 40, have no problem whatsoever with increased physical activity, do the warm up exercise and start off little by little. May be 5 mins at first and within 2 months to 20 mins , 30 mins in 6 months and >= 1 hour in a year.
I am not aware how old you are here, underlying physical conditions and your physical fitness as such! Bharathanatyam is vigorous exercise as you realize and it would be prudent to consult a Dr. if you have hypertension, diabetes or are recorvering from surgery. Spondilitis, knee pain and disc prolapse may also require Dr.s inputs. If you feel shortness of breath, be cautious and stop. Otherwise you should be ok.
But before you begin start off with all flexibility and warm up exercises, especially if you havent been all that active. Walking and yoga will also ease your muscles to cooperate with you when you dance.
Regards,
Sangeetha