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Bharatanatyam Basics
Course 1 - Tattadavu
Suggested Duration: 10 Hours
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Introduction to Indian Classical Dances
Introduction to Adavus (Bharatanatyam Dance Steps)
Effective exercises to improve Araimandi, a basic essential dance posture used in Bharatanatyam
Warm up & Cool down routines for body conditioning
8 varieties of Tattadavu (First dance step in Bharatanatyam)
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR ?
Absolute Beginners who have never danced before
Teachers who would like to teach their students in a methodical and structured way
Intermediate and advanced dancers who want to fine tune their techniques
REQUIREMENTS:
Interest and dedication to learn this ancient and beautiful dance form
START FROM TODAY!
This is your chance to establish a strong foundation in Bharatanatyam
COURSE CONTENT
1 Lesson • 2 min
09 Sections • 54 Lessons • 02 Hours
02:17
An important guide for students to make the most out of this course and enhance their learning experience.
1 Lesson • 3 min
03:04
We will take a brief look at the history and origin of Indian Classical Dance forms.
10 Lessons • 25 min
02:29
In this section we will discuss the components of classical dance forms, basic unit of movements in Bharatanatyam and delve into the history, method of classification of these movements and their features.
01:47
I start every class with a Prayer alongside my students. In this video I will explain the significance of this Prayer along with its 'Tatparya' or meaning. A downloadable PDF + MP3 file is provided for reference.
14:10
We will look at why Warm Up is essential for Bharatanatyam Dancers. This video includes a complete demonstration of all the warm up exercises I recommend to my students in class. We will also learn the correct way to perform each of these exercises.
02:33
Namaskara is a tradition to offer salutations before starting and after completion of any Bharatanatyam dance piece. In this video I will explain the significance of this Namaskara along with its 'Tatparya' or meaning.
02:50
Aramandi is an integral body posture and an essential aspect of Bharatanatyam. In this video we will learn the correct technique of holding this posture with an articulate demonstration.
01:45
In this video we will learn the first variation of Tattadavu. This video involves a thorough demonstration of this step in slow speed with cues to perfect the movement. I will also indicate the most frequent mistakes made by my students during this movement. Downloadable Audio files are provided for 3 different speeds.
02:08
In this video we will learn the second variation of Tattadavu. This video involves a thorough demonstration of this step in slow speed with cues to perfect the movement. I will also indicate the most frequent mistakes made by my students during this movement. Downloadable Audio files are provided for 3 different speeds.
01:35
In this video we will learn the third variation of Tattadavu. This video involves a thorough demonstration of this step in slow speed with cues to perfect the movement. I will also indicate the most frequent mistakes made by my students during this movement. Downloadable Audio files are provided for 3 different speeds.
04:40
We will learn the importance of Cool down Exercises for Bharatanatyam Dancers. This video includes a complete demonstration of all the cool down exercises I teach my students in class. We will also learn the correct way to perform each of these exercises.
00:32
08 Lessons • 18 min
00:59
05:21
This is a shorter follow along Warm Up routine with the exercises we learnt in the complete flow.
00:24
01:36
In this video we will practice the first variation of Tattadavu. This is a follow along video of this step in all the three speeds. Downloadable Audio file is provided for this practice routine.
02:18
In this video we will practice the second variation of Tattadavu. This is a follow along video of this step in all the three speeds. Downloadable Audio file is provided for this practice routine.
02:51
In this video we will practice the third variation of Tattadavu. This is a follow along video of this step in all the three speeds. Downloadable Audio file is provided for this practice routine.
03:57
This is a shorter follow along Cool down routine with the exercises we learnt in the complete flow.
00:32
08 Lessons • 18 min
00:59
05:21
00:24
01:49
In this video we will learn the fourth variation of Tattadavu. This video involves a thorough demonstration of this step in slow speed with cues to perfect the movement. I will also indicate the most frequent mistakes made by my students during this movement. Downloadable Audio files are provided for 3 different speeds.
02:02
In this video we will learn the fifth variation of Tattadavu. This video involves a thorough demonstration of this step in slow speed with cues to perfect the movement. I will also indicate the most frequent mistakes made by my students during this movement. Downloadable Audio files are provided for 3 different speeds.
02:25
In this video we will learn the sixth variation of Tattadavu. This video involves a thorough demonstration of this step in slow speed with cues to perfect the movement. I will also indicate the most frequent mistakes made by my students during this movement. Downloadable Audio files are provided for 3 different speeds.
03:57
00:32
00:59
05:21
00:24
02:08
In this video we will practice the fourth variation of Tattadavu. This is a follow along video of this step in all the three speeds. Downloadable Audio file is provided for this practice routine.
02:20
In this video we will practice the fifth variation of Tattadavu. This is a follow along video of this step in all the three speeds. Downloadable Audio file is provided for this practice routine.
02:56
In this video we will practice the sixth variation of Tattadavu. This is a follow along video of this step in all the three speeds. Downloadable Audio file is provided for this practice routine.
03:57
00:32
08 Lessons • 18 min
08 Lessons • 16 min
00:59
05:21
00:24
02:27
In this video we will learn the seventh variation of Tattadavu. This video involves a thorough demonstration of this step in slow speed with cues to perfect the movement. I will also indicate the most frequent mistakes made by my students during this movement. Downloadable Audio files are provided for 3 different speeds.
02:15
In this video we will learn the eigth variation of Tattadavu. This video involves a thorough demonstration of this step in slow speed with cues to perfect the movement. I will also indicate the most frequent mistakes made by my students during this movement. Downloadable Audio files are provided for 3 different speeds.
03:57
00:32
08 Lessons • 17 min
00:59
05:21
00:24
02:51
In this video we will practice the seventh variation of Tattadavu. This is a follow along video of this step in all the three speeds. Downloadable Audio file is provided for this practice routine.
02:45
In this video we will practice the eigth variation of Tattadavu. This is a follow along video of this step in all the three speeds. Downloadable Audio file is provided for this practice routine.
03:57
00:32
02 Lessons • 15 min
08:29
This is a task combining all the lessons in this course for people who would want to challenge themselves. Downloadable Audio file is provided for this task.
06:31
This is a graded assessment test spanning all the topics covered in the course. This involves theory and visual questions.
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