Mangalam

Sanskrit

The closing benediction that ends a performance.

RepertoireBharatanatyam

Meaning

Mangalam is the short concluding piece invoking blessings and offering thanks — to the guru, the musicians and the audience. It formally closes the recital.

Related words

TillanaThe brilliant closing item of pure dance.MargamThe traditional order of a Bharatanatyam recital.AlarippuThe opening item — the body unfolding, like a flower.PadamA slow expressional piece, usually of love or devotion.VarnamThe centrepiece — the longest and most demanding item.ShabdamThe first item with lyrics, where expression enters.

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