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Kathak Dance | Kathak Dance wiki | Kathak Dance historyKathak is a prominent classical Indian dance form originating in northern India, known for its intricate footwork, rhythmic precision, and expressive storytelling, often performed with bells (ghungroo) and accompanied by Hindustani music
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It is an Indian classical dance originated from north india.. mainly UP... It is known for its intricate foot work along with the rhythms.
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Kathak Dance | Kathak Dance wiki | Kathak Dance historyKathak is a prominent classical Indian dance form originating in northern India, known for its intricate footwork, rhythmic precision, and expressive storytelling, often performed with bells (ghungroo) and accompanied by Hindustani music
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It's one of the classical dances of India
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Kathak is a classical Indian dance form originating from Uttar Pradesh, known for its intricate footwork, graceful movements, and expressive storytelling. It's a solo performance that blends rhythmic patterns with expressive gestures, telling stories based on epics, myths, and legends. The name "Kathak"...
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Kathak is a classical Indian dance form originating from Uttar Pradesh, known for its intricate footwork, graceful movements, and expressive storytelling. It's a solo performance that blends rhythmic patterns with expressive gestures, telling stories based on epics, myths, and legends. The name "Kathak" is derived from "Katha," meaning "story," reflecting the dance's narrative nature. Here's a more detailed look: Origin and History: Kathak originated in North India, particularly Uttar Pradesh, and is believed to have evolved from the wandering bards known as Kathakars, who told stories through dance, songs, and music. Storytelling: Kathak dancers use a variety of techniques to narrate stories, including hand movements, facial expressions, and intricate footwork. Musical Accompaniment: The dance is accompanied by Hindustani music, adding to its rhythmic and emotional impact. Distinct Gharanas (Schools): Kathak has three main gharanas or schools: Jaipur, Lucknow, and Banaras, each with its own style and emphasis. Costumes: Costumes are typically vibrant and elaborate, with women wearing sarees or long skirts with embroidered borders, and men wearing silk dhotis or kurta-churidars. Notable Dancers: Many renowned dancers have helped to preserve and popularize Kathak, including Birju Maharaj and Sitara Devi. read less
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This is one of the oldest Indian classical dance form
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Kathak is an Indian classical dance originating from Northen India,Uttar Pradesh.The word kathak is derived from Katha meaning story reflecting it's roots in oral tradition of story tellers.It is characterized by its intricate footwork,rhythamic pattern and expressive story telling.
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Kathak is a classical dance form of North India, known for: Storytelling through dance (from "Katha" meaning story), Intricate footwork, spins (chakkars), and rhythmic patterns, Expressive gestures and facial expressions (abhinaya), Often accompanied by tabla, sarangi, and Hindustani classical music. It...
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Kathak is a classical dance form of North India, known for: Storytelling through dance (from "Katha" meaning story), Intricate footwork, spins (chakkars), and rhythmic patterns, Expressive gestures and facial expressions (abhinaya), Often accompanied by tabla, sarangi, and Hindustani classical music. It has roots in temple rituals and later evolved in Mugh al courts. read less
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