Explore the rich history of bharatanatyam, discovering its origins and evolution from the temples of South India to the global stage. Learn about the essential elements of music, body language, rhythm and costume and how they each enhance the beauty and narrative of this timeless dance form.

A commendable introductory book on Bharatanatyam. I sincerely hope it serves the purpose of taking the art and its values to the younger generation of our country." - Dr Narthaki Nataraj

Key Features

• Explore Bharatanatyam’s journey from South Indian temples to the global stage.
• Learn about music, rhythm, body language and costumes that define the dance.
• Ideal for dancers, students and fans of Indian classical dance.

Other Title in This Series

• Rhythms & Ragas: Kathak
• Rhythms & Ragas: Hindustani classical vocal