Tribhangi
Follow a spiritual aesthetic such that the theme is rooted in religion. Whether it be a painting, sculpture, musical composition, or dance, these styles like to depict a certain faith, morale, and/or religious story. All eight Indian classical dance (Odissi being one) forms focus on expressing devotion to the “Higher Being” through their dance repertoire.
Odissi is known for its soft and graceful style. It is a very sculpturesque enhanced dance form where the focus is on the dancer’s bhangis (body bending through the movement of the torso) along with the pada vedas (feet positions), and mudras (hand movements) to accompany it.Many of the dance poses in Odissi are influenced […]
Learn about the history/origination and the distinction between Odissi and the other Indian Classical Dance Forms: Quick Tip: Learn in this order before advancing to the Techniques and Theory part of the guidebook. Introduction Indian Classical Dance Forms History How is Odissi Different? Dance Repertoire