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NORTH INDIAN DANCES AND ARTICRAFTS
By AKHIL TYAGI
INTRODUCTION TO DANCES
Dance is a type of art that generally refers
to movement of the body, usually rhythmic and
to music, performed in many different cultures and
used as a form of expression, social,
interaction and exercise or presented in
a spiritual or performance setting.
DANCES OF NORTH INDIA
Indian folk dances are creation of different socio-economic set up
and traditions. An integral part of the social environment, they are
performed on different occasion, which might be the arrival of a
new season, a particular festival, the birth of a child or even a
wedding. Indian folk dances are full of energy and vitality and are
performed to express joy. Each form of these dances has a specific
costume, rhythm and movements attached to it. The costumes are
mostly colorful in nature, with extensive jewels and designs. Some
of the folk dances in India are performed separately by men and
women, while others have men and women dancing together.
Mostly, the dancers sing themselves and are accompanied by artists
with instruments. One important part of Indian folk dances includes
those of north India. Given below are the folk dances of the main
northern regions of India.
Jammu & Kashmir
Dumhal: The dance of the Kashmiris is called
as 'Dumhal'. It is performed by dancers
wearing long colorful robes and tall conical
caps, studded with beads and shells. It is
mainly the men folk of Wattal who perform
this dance, that too on specific occasions.
While dancing, the performers sing too, with
drums to assist their lyrics. The party of
performers moves in a ritual manner and digs
a banner into the ground, at a set location.
The dance begins with the men dancing
around this banner.
DANCES
Himachal Pradesh
Hikat: Hikat is performed by women and
comes across as a modification of a game
played by children. Forming pairs, the
participants extend their arms to the
front, gripping each other's wrists. With
their body inclined back, they go round
and round at the same spot. Namagen:
Namagen is another folk dance that is
specific to the state of Himachal Pradesh.
It mainly celebrates the autumnal hue, in
the month of September.
DANCES
Uttar Pradesh
Hurka Baul: Hurka Baul is performed during paddy and maize
cultivation, in different fields, by turns. Its name has been derived from
the terms 'hurka', the drum which constitutes the only musical
accompaniment to the dance, and 'baul', the song. The singer narrates
the story of battles and heroic deeds, while the dancers enter from two
opposite sides and enact the stories, in a series of crisp movements.
The farmers form two rows and move backwards, in unison, while
responding to the tunes of the song and the rhythm of the dancers.
Chholiya: A famous dance
of Kumaon region, Chholiya
is mainly performed during
marriages. As the groom's
procession proceeds to the
bride's house, male dancers,
armed with swords and
shields, dance spiritedly.
DANCES
Punjab
Bhangra: One of the most popular
dances of North India, performed
during the festival of Baisakhi, is the
Bhangra. Among the most virile and
captivating dances of India, it is
undertaken by men and includes
tricks and acrobatic feats. The
drummer, usually in the centre of
the circle, is surrounded by men
dressed in lungis and turbans.
Punjab
Gidha: The dance performed by
the women folk of Punjab is called
the Gidha. In this dance form, a
woman or a pair of women dances
at a time, while the others
surround them and clap in
rhythm. The dance is mainly
performed during the festival of
Teeyan, to welcome the rains
Haryana
Dhamyal: The folk dance of
Haryana is known as the
'Dhamyal' or the 'Duph'. The
dance can be performed by men
alone as well as with women. The
Duph, after which the dance
form is anmed, is a circular
drum, played nimbly by the male
dancers, as they dance.
PICTURES OF
DANCES
GIDHHA
DUNHAL
ARTICRAFTS OF NORTH INDIA
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Indian arts and crafts, the top of the workmanship of Indian craftsmen,
have, since time immemorial, fascinated the thoughts of people, globally.
Every state in India, boasts of an exclusivity and specialty, depending upon
its historical influences, traditional skills, and the raw materials, locally
presented. India is world famous for its deftness in paintings, exquisite
embroidery, and the perfect and beautiful sculptures in stone, metal, wood,
temple carvings and gracefully designed jewellery. North India is the home
of a large number of tribes and sub-tribes. They have an energetic craft
tradition and every family excels in craftsmanship. We provide detailed
information of arts and crafts to tourists for North India Arts & Crafts Tour.
Paintings:
In North India Arts & Crafts Tour,
Paintings of Rajasthan- tiny and folk
are known all over the world for
treatment and composition, color
scheme and subjecting. The purpose
of Rajasthani paintings is delight.
Hence, women have been given
importance in all the artists'
creations.
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Metalware:
North Indian craftsmen have always
shown an exceptional skill in
drawing, chasing and ornamenting of
gold and silver articles of everyday
and decorative use. The metalware
of Rajasthan comprises artistic cheek
work, enameled, engraved and
filigree cut work on silver.
Carpets and Namdas:
The Rajasthani carpet and Namdas
is but a true expression of the
workers' simple philosophy, his
responsive perception of nature and
its changing moods convincingly
translated into the craft. The color
combinations are beautiful and
worksmanship exquisite.
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Furniture:
The furniture of
Rajasthan is in harmony
with its palaces and
havelis, displaying
similar intricate design
and carving.
Embroidery:
In the hamlets of southwestern Rajasthan
you won't spot a solitary house without an
embroidered toran or frieze hung above
the doorway. The women of this region and
adjoining Kutch and Saurashtra districts of
Gujarat are adept at needlework.
Furniture, Furniture art and craft,
Furniture art of Rajasthan, Furniture Arts
& Crafts In Rajasthan, Rajasthan Arts
Crafts, Arts Crafts of Rajasthan India
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Pottery:
Pottery, one of the old crafts, has
its own standing tradition in
Rajasthan. Certain shapes are
characteristic of Rajasthan.
Alwar has been known for its
double cutwork pottery known
as "kagzi".
POTTERY
EMBROIDERY
CARPET
PAINTING
METALWARE
B Y – A K H I L T YA G I
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