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  Defination and Meaning of Bani The word Bani or Pani (in Tamil) can loosely be translated as “Schools of Dance”.   Over a period of 2 centuries (1800- 2000) different styles of Bharatnatyam has evolved and each of these styles have its own distinctive characteristics. While the form, music and overall appearance remains same, each region developed its own characteristics and special stylisation. So Banis can be defined as “Individual traits that are given by generationsof Gurus and is established by the number of students and popularity of the same style “.   The dance lineage that the dancer inherits is important for any Bani.   The qualities that make each Bani distinctive from the other comes from the individualistic manner in which the dance alphabets are woven together. The specific ways in which the techniques are interpreted and not least from the aesthetic principals, ideas ,perceptions and artistic vision of the Gurus who shape the Bani and nourish there...

  1.        Kolar Bani : Kolar or Kolara is a city in Karnataka known for its milk production and gold mines.   Devadasis were known to perform in Someshwaratemples.GuruDr. C Radhakrishn and Guru PadhminiShreedhar are famous Kolar Bani exponent. This style is known for excellent rythemic patterns and graceful movements with flowing Adavus.   2.        Pudukottai :Pudukottai has hold its importance since the age of Cholas Pandyas , Thondaimans. Situated on the banks of river Vellar, this was a merchant town and hence lot of patronage for art came from the fluent merchant class. 3.        Kattumannarkoil  : Kattumannarkoilis a small temple town in Cuddalor   district in Tamil Nadu.   VidwanMuthukumarswamypillai established this   Bani. He kept a healthy body and believed that only in healthy body resides a creative mind. He also observed   the spiritual...

1.        Coorg Bani :Kodava or Coorgi are extremely disciplined and sporty people. Most of the families still have atleast one member in the army or sports.   Hence the artform that developed here is extremely stamina driven. Highly influenced by Ummathat, Bolkat, the Bharatnatyam abhinayas are extremely dramatic and follows a strict story line. This style is undergoing some major changes in the recent years and Bharatnatyam solo recitals are gaining popularity among the locals. . Note : Drop your queries or suggestions at sangeetkalakendra1@gmail.com Visit our Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/Sangeet-Kala-Kendra-1461430557205352/ Youtube :  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcOJ0uLi4y4 Important Links ,          Home Page ,        My Lineage     Natyashastra Series     Abhinayadarpana Series   Shivatatvaratnakara Series   SangeetDamodara Series   Sri...

  1.        VazhivurBani :Vazhuvoor Ramaiah Pillai can be taken as the father of this Bani. Features :This style of Bharatnatyam believes in using lots of Lasya, hence the movements are extremely gracefull. The Jatis are elaborate and many a time has 3 speeds. Sollus are given special importance and are structured in such a way that it creates an energetic and robust effect. Abhinaya prt of the dance includes tons of story telling. Famous Dancers/ Gurus : SwamimaliRajaratnam Pillai , K.J. Sarasa, Kamala Lakshman, Radha , Chitra Vishweswaran, RamyaRamnarayan, PriyadarshaniGovind, Vidhya Subramaniyum, Sandhyashree, Muthukumaran Pillai... Note : Drop your queries or suggestions at sangeetkalakendra1@gmail.com Visit our Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/Sangeet-Kala-Kendra-1461430557205352/ Youtube :  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcOJ0uLi4y4 Quick Links  :   Important Links ,          Home Pa...