While modern Carnatic music primarily uses three rhythmic components ( Laghu , Drutam , Anudrutam ), classical theory recognizes six traditional components called Shadangis :
Expression through involuntary emotional reactions (tears, goosebumps, trembling). 2. Hastas (Hand Gestures) - Samyutha Hastas
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: Used to denote a crown, a tree, arrows, thunderbolts, or marriage.
(Downcast): Head turned downwards. Denotes shyness, sorrow, or bowing.
: Understanding the physical foundation of Samapadam (standing straight), Aramandi (half-sit), and Murumandi (full-sit). 2. Hand Gestures (Mudras) bharatanatyam grade 3 theory notes
Moving the head in a circular clock-wise and counter-clockwise motion. Used to show sleepiness, intoxication, or being possessed.
: A slow, highly expressive dance focusing entirely on deep emotions and devotional or romantic themes ( Sringara Rasa ).
A Tala is a rhythmic cycle with a specific number of beats. The most common tala learned in early grades is , which consists of 8 beats (Aksharas). The Components of Angas While modern Carnatic music primarily uses three rhythmic
Shiro, Drishti, and Greeva Bhedas (Head, Eye, and Neck Movements)
Brahma taught this knowledge to Sage Bharata, who recorded it in the encyclopedic text Natya Shastra . Sage Bharata, along with his sons and celestial nymphs ( Apsaras ), performed this art before Lord Shiva. The Tanjore Quartet
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