Speaking sculptures karanas in Kathak (Record no. 361125)
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| 005 - DATE AND TIME OF LATEST TRANSACTION | |
| control field | 20260521120456.0 |
| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| ISBN | 9788199811928 |
| 082 ## - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER | |
| Classification number | CS 793.31 NAR |
| 100 ## - MAIN ENTRY--AUTHOR NAME | |
| Personal name | Narayan, Shovana |
| 245 ## - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | Speaking sculptures karanas in Kathak |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. (IMPRINT) | |
| Place of publication | Gurugram |
| Name of publisher | Shubhi Publications |
| Year of publication | 2026 |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Number of Pages | 227p. |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. | |
| Summary, etc | In Kathak, karanas refer to codified movement units that combine stance, footwork, torso movement, and expressive gestures into a single flowing phrase. Rooted in the ancient Nāṭyaśāstra, where 108 karanas are described as foundational dance movements, Kathak absorbed and reinterpreted these principles through its own aesthetic over centuries. Unlike Bharatanatyam or Odissi, where karanas are often presented as clearly defined sculptural units, Kathak integrates them more fluidly. Here, karanas appear as dynamic transitions—linking tat te thai footwork, swift chakkars (spins), and subtle torso shifts. The emphasis is less on static poses and more on continuity, rhythm, and grace. Kathak karanas are deeply tied to laya (tempo) and tala (rhythmic cycle). A single karana may unfold across several beats, allowing the dancer to play with acceleration, pauses, and rhythmic improvisation. The upright posture, controlled neck and eye movements, and intricate foot patterns reflect Kathak’s courtly refinement. Through abhinaya, karanas also gain expressive depth—suggesting moods, characters, or narrative moments without overt dramatization. |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical Term | Classical dance of India |
| 9 (RLIN) | 19782 |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical Term | Dance - India - History and criticism |
| 9 (RLIN) | 19783 |
| 942 ## - ADDED ENTRY ELEMENTS (KOHA) | |
| Koha item type | Donated Books |
| Lost status | Home library | Current library | Date acquired | Cost, normal purchase price | Full call number | Accession Number | Koha item type | Public Note |
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| Gandhi Smriti Library | Gandhi Smriti Library | 2026-05-21 | 3500.00 | CS 793.31 NAR | 173526 | Donated Books | 3500.00 |