The Bhopalites witnessed enthralling classical moves by the students of Aradhna Dance Academy, Bhopal and a renowned Kathak dancer Rajendra Gangnani here on Tuesday.
The classical eve ‘Aradhna’ was organised by Aradhna Dance Academy, Bhopal at Antrang Hall, Bharat Bhavan. It was a mesmerizing experience for the city art lovers as they watched the youngsters performing the classical moves on stage live. All the dance performances by the students were choreographed by the founder of the academy Rashmi Pandey.
The event began with the performance of the students where they staged Ram Bhajan ‘Sri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhaj Man Haran’. The event was further followed with the performance of little classical dancers, where they portray the eternal story of Krishna leela. Portraying the chemistry of Krishna with Radha and other gopis, the tiny tots of the academy spell bounded the audiences.
The next performance Sarthak Kala was performed by the choreographer and founder of the academy Rashmi Pandey. Her performance was also heart-throbbing. All these performances were presented during the first session of the programme.
The next session was presented by the world renowned Kathak exponent Rajendra Gangani. Hailing from Jaipur Gharana, Rajesh brought the Rajasthani style into his performance so clearly that the audiences watched him performing with rapt attention.
He began his performance with one of the kathak forms ‘Pantakshar’. His performance was further followed by traditional Kathak style in Teen Taal. Under which he performed, Vandana, Thaat, Amaad, Paran Tihayi, Tukde and Ganesh Paran. He mesmerized the audience with his next performance which was Abhinaya. As far as Kathak is concerned, Abhinaya (Acting) or facial expressions play a vital role. He did this without any efforts bringing out the perfection in his performance.
He then performed Rajasthani Maan and wrapped up the series of his performances with Jugalbandi with the rhythms of Tabla in Teen Taal. He was accompanied by Fathe Singh Gangani on Tabla and Vijay Parihar on Harmonium and Vocal.