kuchipudi - Soundarya Manjari - Bhama Kalapam
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The Cadences of -
Kuchipudi Dance DVD - Kalaimamani Uma
Muralikrishna
This product treats you to the delights of Kuchipudi, one of the major streams of
Indian classical dance that emanated from
Andhra Pradesh. Essentially a dance-drama, Kuchipudi is known for its aesthetic amalgamation of pure dance or 'nritta', music and histrionics with which it enacts scenes from
Hindu epics and mythological tales.
This product has two sections:
Soundarya Manjari - A
Cluster of
Pathra Pravesha Darus
Here the quintessence of 'Pathra Pravesa
Daru' the entry item comes alive in a sparkling solo performance by 'Kalaimamani' Uma Muralikrishna, a seasoned Kuchipudi exponent known for her flawless style and grace. Each item is preceded by a detailed description of the composition, the context and the character portrayed.
Bhamane
Sathya bhamane -Bhairavi-Misrachapu
This piece from '
Bhama Kalapam', a legendary work by
Siddhendra Yogi brings out the traits of
Sathyabhama, the arrogant queen of
Krishna.
Vidalera Voyyarolu -Kedara Gowla-Ad
Taken from 'Vipranaryana Charitham', this number exudes Shrungara rasa and describes how a devadasi gears up to seduce sage
Vipranarayana.
Tharuni
Rukmini Vechanamma -Kalyani-Misrachapu
An item from 'Rukmini
Kalyanam', this number speaks about the beauty and poise of Rukmini, Krishna's consort.
The Cadences of Kuchupudi - Kuchipudi Dance.
Mathurya
Murali - An
Exposition of Tarangams
Kuchipudi is an ancient dance form of
India that has its roots in the southern province of Andhra Pradesh that involves fast, rhythmic footwork and sculpture-like body postures. Essentially a dance-drama, it unfolds scenes from Hindu epics and mythology by combining music, dance and acting.
This product unveils the nuances of 'Tarangam' an important component of Kuchupidi through a pulsating recital by 'Kalaimamani' Uma Muralikrishna, a highly acclaimed artiste. The highlight of 'Tarangam' is that the dancer dances on the edge of a brass plate marked by nimble but complicated rhythmic patterns.
Goverdhana giri dhara-Ragamalika-Adi
This composistion of
Narayana Theertha from '
Krishna Leela Tarangini' describes how Krishna lifted a mountain with his little finger and sheltered the entire village under it. It also speaks about his boyhood pranks.
Maragatha mani maya chela-Aarabi-Adi
This lyric by
Uthukadu Venkatasubba Iyer extols the charm of Krishna, his lure and the luster of his garment.