Ruchira Thillana – the rhythm & rhapsody

This product captures in detail the unique charm of thillana, usually the culminating item in a Bharatanatyam recital known for its melodiously tuned rhythmic syllables, sprightly movements, complex footwork, dynamic delineation of emotions and accurate rhythm. Each item in this collection has been tastefully selected and introduced by ‘Nrithya Choodamani’ Priyadarsini Govind, one of the highly acclaimed Bharatanatyam exponents of our times.

Besides the sparkling solo performances by Priyadarsini Govind and Anajana Anand, there is a captivating Thillana duet performed by Apoorva Jayaraman & Shweta Prachande, the vivacious, upcoming duo.

It is the right pick if you are serious about studying the precept and practice of Thillana.

‘Gambheera nattai’ (Kalinga nardhanam) – Adi – Oothukaadu Venkata Subbiyer A duet performed by Apoorva Jayaraman & Shweta Prachande

‘Purvi’ – Rupakam – Thirugokarnam Vaidynatha Bhagavathar Performed by Priyadarsini Govind

‘Shankarabharanam’ – Adi – Ponniah Pillai Performed by Anjana Anand

‘Mandari’ – Adi – Ponniah Pillai Performed by Shweta Prachande

‘Hindholam’ – Adi – K.N.Dhandayuthapani Pillai Performed by Shweta Prachande