Product Description
| The Cadences of Kuchipudi
Soundarya Manjari - A Cluster of Pathra Pravesha Darus 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. 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, Krishnas consort. |
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This product was added to our catalog on Monday 13 July, 2009.