Tán’d’ava dance for men: a visual guide

Below is a visual representation of the Tán'd'ava dance for men. The dance is best learnt from an experienced practitioner - the instructions below are intended for anyone who may previously have learnt the dance and require a reminder.   At the end of tandava kiirtan can be danced with singing/chanting for a short period...

Ta’n’d’ava Dance – What and Why?

From Ánanda Vacanámrtam Part 10, By Shrii Shrii A'nandamu'rti, 20 April 1979, Kolkata Táńd́ava is that which is related to jumping (lamphan). Táńd́ava involves ullamphan. What is the difference between lamphan and ullamphan? Lamphan involves jumping while remaining connected with the earth. One can jump while standing and touching the earth. However, when jumping high,...