MEET THE BEAT

Kathak showcase with multitude of rhythms

Kathak dance is from North India. It features beautiful expressions and expansive rhythms through its dances. Fast foot work, beautiful Chakkars (Pirouettes); a crisp story telling and graceful moves makes it an enjoyable evening for all family. Kathak glides and flows with beautiful Hindustani singing ; with a support on Tabla. Music is adorned and decorated with Harmonium music; veteran Imrath Guitarist will support with his beautiful music. Striking Padanths - a recitation of rhythmical phrases to support the footwork and body moves of pure dance in Kathak.

Guruji Prasanna Kasthuri is a recognized teacher of this art form in Missouri. He has learnt this art from Dr. Mayarao from Bengaluru; from Padmavibhushan Pandit Birju Maharaj ji and his disciple - Guru Saswathi Sen. Prasanna has presented hundreds of dance performances. He is a great singer, drummer and also a supporter of art.

Vocal -  Divya Khandekar

Tabla - Abhinav Sharma

Harmonium - Vikas Falnikar 

Imrath Guitar - Todd Mosby

Padantha - Seema Kasthuri and Samanvita Kasthuri

PROGRAM DETAILS

TICKETS -  At the Gate $30 (General Public) - $20 for Soorya Students and Parents /  $25 and $15 online

MEET THE BEAT

KATHAK DANCE PERFORMANCE BY GURUJI PRASANNA KASTHURI - WITH LIVE MUSIC

SOORYA PERFORMING ARTS

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