Bharatanatyam Grade — 3 Theory Notes
Formed by placing Pataka hands down by the sides of the thighs with relaxed shoulders. Used to indicate the start of a performance, deep thought, or a graceful stance.
According to the Abhinaya Darpana (a historic text on dance), movements of the head, eyes, and neck are essential for communication. Shiro Bheda (Head Movements) bharatanatyam grade 3 theory notes
For Grade 3 theory, you must know all 9 head movements . | Sanskrit Name | Brief Meaning | |---|---| | Sama | Neutral | | Udvahita | Looking up | | Adhogata | Looking down | | Alolita | Shaking head sideways | | Dhuta | No | | Kampita | Yes | | Paravrutta | Turning | | Utkshipta | Lifted | | Parivahita | Rolling | Formed by placing Pataka hands down by the