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All Foundations Repertoire (Margam) Abhinaya (Expression)
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Beginner

Adavus for Absolute Beginners

The foundational basic steps (adavus) every Bharatanatyam student starts with.

4 lessons · 44m · Guru Smt. Kamala Devi

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Intermediate

Alarippu: Your First Full Piece

Step-by-step breakdown of Alarippu, the traditional opening dance of a margam.

4 lessons · 44m · Guru Shri Ravi Shankar

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Advanced

Introduction to Abhinaya

Facial expression and storytelling technique for padams and javalis.

3 lessons · 30m · Guru Smt. Lakshmi Priya

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Beginner

Hasta Mudras: The Language of Hands

Learn the 28 single-hand (asamyukta) gestures and how they're used in storytelling.

3 lessons · 30m · Guru Smt. Kamala Devi

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Intermediate

Jatiswaram Essentials

Pure dance (nritta) piece set to a raga, focusing on symmetry and rhythm.

3 lessons · 30m · Guru Shri Ravi Shankar

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