Guru

Sanskrit

The teacher, in a relationship closer than instruction.

ConceptBharatanatyamKuchipudiOdissiKathak

Meaning

The guru does not simply teach steps: traditionally they shape the student's practice, repertoire and conduct over many years, and present them at their arangetram. The guru-shishya relationship carries obligation on both sides and remains the way classical dance is transmitted.

Related words

ShishyaThe student in the guru-shishya relationship.BaniA school or style of Bharatanatyam, carried down a lineage.ParamparaAn unbroken line of transmission from guru to student.RasaThe flavour or sentiment an audience is left tasting.ArangetramA dancer's first full solo recital before an audience.SabhaAn organisation that presents concerts and recitals.

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