This book encompasses both the literary and the applied forms and I have tried to create a balance and justice between the two. On the literary side, I have discussed the origin, historical background and development of dance, Tandav, Lasya, the schools (Gharanas) of dance, various forms of dance, emotions and the rasas, enactment (abhinay), artistic sequel of Kathak, source of dance, Nrit, Natya and Nritya, glossary of the definitive dance vocabulary, the Mudras (gestures) of Kathak, eye movement, origin of Tall, Indian Taal instruments, original treatises on various subjects and brief introduction of prominent dancers. In the applied part I have described the traditional ways and various forms of dance presentations in Tatkar, Aamad, Todey, Tukde, Thaat and Chakradaar in Teen Taal, Jhap Taal, Ek Taal, Dhamaar, Basant Taal, Raas Taal, Pancham Sawari, Shikhar Taal, Lakshmi Taal and Ashtmangal Taal.
This book is a comprehensive encyclopedia on the subject and most useful for the students, teachers and institutions.
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