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Bharatanatyam for All

Bharatanatyam for all: the specifics

5/24/2023

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Bharatanatyam for all: the specifics 

Bharatanatyam is a unique dance form that combines a multitude of aspects such as percussion, storytelling, narration, hand gestures, and facial expressions. How can we use these specific aspects of Bharatanatyam as tools for older adults to further express their own creativity? Bharatanatyam is so much more than exercise – it actively engages the body, mind, and spirit. How can we share this gift of Bharatanatyam, its depth and nuances, with our aging populations and enable a sense of accomplishment?

The ideas I will present over the next few posts will talk about the specific ways in which I have tried to make Bharatanatyam adaptable and enjoyable to all, no matter their age or physical capabilities. We will look at how exactly we can go about layering skills, using the powers of observation and visualization, adapting movements to be done seated, and using our gaze effectively. In doing so, I get to honor my gurus and the countless hours they have spent on me and my dance practice and pass this lineage to others.
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My guru, Smt. Maheshwari Amma
[Video: With older adults  on the ideas of Creatures on the Move at the Sirovich Center for Balanced Living for Brain Awareness Week 2023. Video credit: Jaci Hirschfeld] ​
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  • About me
    • Profile
    • Service
    • Invited talks and interviews
    • Continuing education
    • Upcoming Public Events
    • Publications
    • Contact me >
      • Ensuring effective collaborations
  • Science
    • Science consulting
    • Global health >
      • Capacity building in global health >
        • Capacity building through leadership
        • Disaster relief
      • Mental health
      • Aging and palliative care
      • Neurological disorders
    • Clinical science
    • Preclinical science
    • Science advocacy >
      • Advocacy activities
      • ABC newsletters
    • Patient communication and advocacy >
      • Patient communication and advocacy (articles)
    • Science education
    • Awards and professional recognition
  • Dance
    • Dance resume >
      • Pictures and videos
      • Community engagement
      • Arts Administration (Biblioteca Madre)
      • SamyuktaNYC
    • Vichaar >
      • Vichaar: Episode 1 transcript
      • Vichaar: Episode 2 transcript
      • Vichaar: testimonials
      • Saṃbhūya
      • The Artful Mind
      • Exploring Early Brain Development through Science and Dance
      • Guru Vandana
    • Bharatanatyam for creative aging >
      • Bharatanatyam for all
      • Bharatanatyam for all: testimonials
      • Bharatanatyam for all: instructional videos
      • For Seniors, By Seniors >
        • Seniors & Financial Decisions
        • Staying Fit As We Age
        • Signs Your Aging Parent Needs Help
        • Embrace the Empty Nest
        • Empty Nesters Seeking Proximity to Their Children
        • The Bumps of a Midlife Crisis
        • Healthy Living for Seniors
        • Forging a Resilient Future
        • Beyond Medicare and Social Security
        • Seniors Living Independently
        • A Harmonious Multigenerational Household
        • Mental Health Boosts
        • Start Your Home-Based Business After Retirement
        • Reclaiming Mental Wellness