Application of Kathak Stylistic Qualities - Unit 13 and 14
Greeting Sequence Bols and Tatkar (rhythmic sequence) Mudras Chakkars Storytelling - Paragraph 1 Storytelling - Paragraph 2 Analysis The first aspects of Kathak I feel I apply well are hand-eye coordination as well as correct positioning. As you can see my focus is always following where my arms are, and my knees are bent with my feet turned out correctly, giving my stance a triangular quality which is key in Kathak dance. A key part of Kathak dance is keeping grounded and low with your bottom half, with your upper body staying elongated and upright. I feel I demonstrate this well as my back remains straight with my neck elongated yet my lower body is strong and sturdy, and my feet are flat which allows me to perform tatkars more effectively. Another aspect I feel I perform well is the Bols which are used in Kathak as counts, as well as Tatkars, which is rhythmic footwork. As you can see in the Rhythmic sequence, we use a combination of bols and tatkars which are demonstrated st