The Cadences of - Kuchipudi Dance DVD. 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.

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