September 12th - December 5th, 2010
Sunday Time: 10.00 AM - 11 .00 AM
For more information: pampans@pampans.com 408-243-2623

This is a fun filled class that introduces East Indian Classical dance in a very interesting and educating way. This course is designed specially for students of all age groups that are new to Classical Dance.

There are 3 different levels that will enable the children (Stamina & Interest) to be ready to take on the classical instruction.

Level 1 - Prathamam
Level 2 - Dwithiyam
Level 3 - Thrithiyam

PRATHAMAM: It is proven that music and dance increase the knowledge of academic subjects such as mathematics, analytics and also awareness of emotions thus having an over all positive impact. This course is designed to not only teach the children an art form but also to increase their skills of mathematics and emotional intelligence.

COURSE CONTENT

Nritta: This covers the technical part of the dance forms
• Introduction (Musical fundamentals related to specific dance styles)
• Dancing on the beat / off the beat
• Different rhythm patterns
• Thalam

Abhinaya: This covers expressing stories, emotions through the dance form
• Introduction
• Hand Gestures
• Nine Emotions
• Self-confidence
• Expressions

Attire:
• Leggings
• Kurta or a long T. shirt
• Long narrow strip of cloth -1 and 1/2 yards, long to tie around the waist.

Level 1 - Prathamam Level 2 - Dwithiyam Level 3 - Thrithiyam

Level 1 - Prathamam
Level 2 - Dwithiyam
Level 3 - Thrithiyam