Kathak Dance Quiz

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What is the distinctiveness of the Jaipur and Lucknow gharanas in Kathak?

  • Jaipur gharana is known for its graceful movements while Lucknow gharana emphasizes intricate footwork
  • Jaipur and Lucknow gharanas both prioritize fast footwork over graceful movements
  • Jaipur focuses on grace and expressiveness while Lucknow emphasizes fast footwork
  • Jaipur emphasizes intricate footwork while Lucknow focuses on graceful movements (correct)

What are the nine types of Shiro-bhed according to the ‘Abhinay Darpan’?

  • Sama, Udvahit, Parivartit, Paravalambit
  • Akampit, Sammilit, Parivartit, Udvahit
  • Udvahit, Parivartit, Paravalambit, Akampit (correct)
  • Sama, Paravalambit, Akampit, Sammilit

What is the use of Sanyukta hand gestures in Kathak?

  • To express emotions and tell stories (correct)
  • To greet the audience and guru
  • To maintain balance and posture
  • To create rhythm and beats

Which compositions in Taals Teentaal, Jhaptaal, and Ektaal are required to be known for the written examination?

<p>Guruvandana, thaath, aamad, chakkardaar todas, paran, kavitta, counted tihaai (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the Madhyama Pratham Syllabus Theory related to Nartan Ke Bhed?

<p>Nritta, Naatya, and Nritya (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Jaipur Gharana Footwork

Intricate foot movements in Kathak dance.

Lucknow Gharana Grace

Graceful movements in Kathak dance.

Shiro-bhed Types

Nine head movements in Kathak.

Sanyukta hand gestures

Combined hand gestures conveying emotions and stories.

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Taals for Written Exam

Teentaal, Jhaptaal, and Ektaal compositions.

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Guruvandana in Kathak

Compositions required in the written exam related to Kathak.

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Madhyama Pratham Syllabus

Theory for Kathak: Nritta, Naatya, and Nritya parts are covered.

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Kathak Theory Nartan Ke Bhed

Different forms of dance (Nritta, Naatya, and Nritya) taught.

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Thaath

Components of music in Kathak.

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Ektaal

A specific rhythmic cycle (Taal) in Kathak.

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Study Notes

Kathak Gharanas

  • Jaipur and Lucknow gharanas are distinct in Kathak, each with their unique style and characteristics.

Shiro-bhed

  • According to the Abhinay Darpan, there are nine types of Shiro-bhed, which are essential in Kathak.

Sanyukta Hand Gestures

  • Sanyukta hand gestures are used in Kathak to convey complex emotions and ideas.
  • They involve the combination of two or more fingers to create a specific gesture.

Taal Compositions

  • For the written examination, students are required to know compositions in Taals Teentaal, Jhaptaal, and Ektaal.

Madhyama Pratham Syllabus Theory

  • Nartan Ke Bhed is a topic included in the Madhyama Pratham Syllabus Theory.
  • It deals with the different types of dance and their characteristics.

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