INDIAN & WESTERN DANCE
The GDGPS Dance School specializes in both classical and modern freestyle dancing. As a form of self-expression, this medium is used to hone creativity, confidence, and poise. Experienced trainers render individual attention wherein this performing art is given the scope to be taken up both professionally
and as a hobby by students in the future.
Indian Dance
Indian dance encompasses a rich diversity of traditional and classical dance forms originating from various regions of India. Some popular Indian dance styles include Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Manipuri, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, and Mohiniyattam,
among others. These dance forms are deeply rooted in Indian culture, mythology, and religious traditions.
Key features of Indian dance include intricate footwork, expressive hand gestures (mudras), facial expressions, rhythmic patterns, storytelling, and vibrant costumes. Indian dances often convey emotions, depict mythological stories, and celebrate cultural themes. They are typically performed to classical Indian music, which may include vocals,
percussion instruments like tabla and mridangam, and melodic instruments like sitar and flute.
Western Dance
Western dance refers to various dance forms that originated in Europe and North America. It encompasses a wide range of styles, including ballet, contemporary dance, jazz, hip-hop, tap dance, salsa, ballroom dance, and many others. Western dance
forms have evolved over centuries and continue to be influenced by contemporary trends and cultural shifts.
Western dance emphasizes different aspects compared to Indian dance. It often focuses on techniques like flexibility, strength, precision, and agility. Western dances are characterized by a wide range of movements, including leaps, turns, jumps, extensions, isolations, and syncopated rhythms. These dances can be performed individually or in groups, and they are often choreographed to Western music genres such as pop, rock, hip-hop,
electronic, or classical compositions.
