IAM - Folklorama Magazine 2008 - Indian Association of Manitoba

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The Dances: A brief guide Kathak (Story or narration) is a classical dance tracing its roots to episodes in Lord Krishna’s life and other ancient tracts of India. Over the centuries it has been suffused with influences of Persia and other streams. During the Mughal era (1526-1707/1860s) the said influences crystallized such that the dance transformed from devotional to entertainment. The dance progesses from a slow start, acquiring tempo and ending in fast climax. However, the devotional foundation still remains integral; in essence serving as a metaphor for Indian civilization’s openness and absorptive capacity to other influences. Bhangra and Giddha are popular folk dances from Punjab catering to predominantly male and females respectively. Bhangra marks the completion of harvest and heralding of the new season. The dance is high energy centered on the beat provided by the Dhol (drum). The Giddha on the other hand is folk dance for the women where the beat is same but is more focused socially related argumentation that is expressed in verse. The dances are increasingly popular and have made inroads among non-Punjabi communities and, some parts of the mainstream especially in countries such as the U.K. The British Government recently bestowed upon Malkit Singh the well-known Punjabi artist Member of the British Empire (MBE) for his contribution to Punjabi culture and music. Dandiyan the famous and popular “stick-dance” from the state of Gujarat bringing together men and women in two concentric circles and moving clock-wise and counter-clock formations. With bamboo sticks in their hands, men and women dance in rhythm to clicking of the sticks click. The dance articulates variously celebration of Lord Krishna’s episodes with the gopis (the girl cowherds) and, offerings during the Navratri (nine nights) offerings to the Goddess. Where celebration of Lord Krishna is concerned, the song is primarily of longing and love. At Folklorama this year, the Dandiyan will be performed to a popular song of a Bollywood film Folk Dances of Rajasthan to the extent affected by geography they are informed by the desert. Rajasthan is home to the Thar Desert. In the past the vagaries of the desert would naturally give rise to migration and movement. In addition to Punjab, the gypsies or the Romani trace roots to this state. Folk dances generally relate to heroics, devotion and love. Ghoomar and Kalbelia dances have attained international recognition. Ghoomar is a dance by women performed on auspicious occasions. Kalbelia dance on the other hand is that of snake-charmers performed by members of this tribe. In closing Culture and entertainment are intertwined and operate together. There are cultural displays providing information about Maharashtra, Malayali Association, Rajasthan and Manohar Dance Group of Performing Arts. A visit to the vendors would allow for the interested henna and tattoos, fashion and jewelry, handcrafts and, groceries as well. All that remains is for the show to begin!
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