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The award winning book "Bharata Natyam" by Sunil Kothari in digital format along with viewing software. Hundreds of pictures and diagrams make understanding Bharata Natyam simple for anyone. Learn about Bharata Natyam on your PC through the Art of Bharata Natyam CD-Rom

Highlights:

• Spiritual Background of Bharata Natyam
• In Praise of Bharata Natyam
• Roots, Growth and Revival of Bharata Natyam
• Dance Notation and Adavus
• Bhagavata Mela Nataka
• Kuravanji Dance-Drama
• Musical Content of Bharata Natyam
• Guruparampara in Bharata Natyam

Bharata Natyam, the most popular classical Indian dance-form, has received universal approbation as one of the subtlest expressions of Indian culture. It is performed according to the most delicate nuances of a musical piece, or a poem, through the vehicle of a body. Its intimate connection with the temple, as a ritualistic art, mirroring the imperceptible feelings of a devotee reflects the inwardness of Hindu culture. The present revised edition captures the rhythms and beauty of an integral art in a visually exciting and fascinating manner. This volume also contains an overview of the legendary and present-day exponents of Bharata Natyam. With contributions from Mulk Raj Anand, Rukmini Devi, Padma Subrahmanyam, and P. Sambamurthy.

The author, Sunil Kothari, is an outstanding scholar in the realm of dance. This book is a precious gift that has been written for anyone passionate about or wanting to learn the art of Bharata Natyam! Beautiful colour pictures, detailed descriptions and it inspires you to strive for greater achievement in dance.

A review from a reader:

"I am a beginner in Bharata Natyam and this book has helped me a lot to understand the history of dance and the various postures. I now feel very comfortable when I attend my classes as I know what my teacher is talking about. This book has been very helpful to me especially since I am not a South Indian and do not speak the language either. This is a very good book for anyone who wants to learn Bharata Natyam."