Chhau dance, also spelled Chhou dance, is a semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions. It is found in three styles named after the location where they are performed, i.e. the Purulia Chhau of West Bengal, the Seraikella Chhau of Jharkhand and the Mayurbhanj Chhau of Odisha.
The dance ranges from celebrating martial arts, acrobatics and athletics performed in festive themes of a folk dance, to a structured dance with religious themes found in Shaivism, Shaktism and Vaishnavism. The costumes vary between the styles, with Purulia and Serakeilla using masks to identify the character.The stories enacted by Chhau dancers include those from the Hindu epics the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, the Puranas and other Indian literature.
Jharkhand is known for its vibrant folk dances, including the Chhau dance (a semi-classical dance with martial and folk traditions), Jhumair (associated with the harvest season), and Phagua (performed during Holi). Here's a more detailed look at some of the prominent folk dances of Jharkhand: Chhau Dance: A semi-classical Indian dance with martial, tribal, and folk origins. Found in three styles, named after the locations where they are performed, such as Seraikella Chhau. Stories enacted by Chhau dancers include those from Hindu epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as Puranas and other Indian literature. Traditionally performed by all-male troupes, regionally celebrated particularly during spring. It is a syncretic dance form that emerged from a fusion of classical Hindu dances and the traditions of ancient regional tribes. Jhumair Dance: A folk dance associated with the harvest season, performed by the Sadan community. Also performed by Adivasi communities. Performs to the accompaniment of traditional instruments like Mandar and Nagara. Phagua Dance: A vibrant and joyful folk dance, traditionally performed during the festival of Holi. The name "Phagua" is derived from Phagun, the month in the Hindu calendar during which Holi is celebrated. It is a way for communities to express happiness and togetherness, marking the end of winter and the beginning of a new agricultural season. Other Folk Dances: Paika Dance: Performed by the Munda community, it is a stylized representation of rituals connected with war preparations. Karma Dance: A traditional dance form performed during the Karma festival, which marks the end of the rainy season and the advent of autumn. Santhal Dance: Performed by the men and women of the Santhal tribe. Ho Dance: A celebration of the harvest season, where dancers move in a semi-circular fashion, holding each other and matching their steps to the beat of drums and percussion instruments. Domkach: A traditional folk dance performed by the Dom community in Jharkhand. Instruments: Instruments used in Jharkhand folk dances include Mandar, Dhol, Nagara, Dhak, Bansi, and Shehnai.
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Chhau dance, also spelled Chhou dance, is a semi classical Indian dance with martial and folk traditions. It is found in three styles named after the location where they are performed, i.e. the Purulia Chhau of West Bengal, the Seraikella Chhau of Jharkhand and the Mayurbhanj Chhau of Odisha.
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Jharkhand is known for its vibrant folk dances, including the Chhau dance (a semi-classical dance with martial and folk traditions), Jhumair (associated with the harvest season), and Phagua (performed during Holi).
Here's a more detailed look at some of the prominent folk dances of Jharkhand:
Chhau Dance:
A semi-classical Indian dance with martial, tribal, and folk origins.
Found in three styles, named after the locations where they are performed, such as Seraikella Chhau.
Stories enacted by Chhau dancers include those from Hindu epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as Puranas and other Indian literature.
Traditionally performed by all-male troupes, regionally celebrated particularly during spring.
It is a syncretic dance form that emerged from a fusion of classical Hindu dances and the traditions of ancient regional tribes.
Jhumair Dance:
A folk dance associated with the harvest season, performed by the Sadan community.
Also performed by Adivasi communities.
Performs to the accompaniment of traditional instruments like Mandar and Nagara.
Phagua Dance:
A vibrant and joyful folk dance, traditionally performed during the festival of Holi.
The name "Phagua" is derived from Phagun, the month in the Hindu calendar during which Holi is celebrated.
It is a way for communities to express happiness and togetherness, marking the end of winter and the beginning of a new agricultural season.
Other Folk Dances:
Paika Dance: Performed by the Munda community, it is a stylized representation of rituals connected with war preparations.
Karma Dance: A traditional dance form performed during the Karma festival, which marks the end of the rainy season and the advent of autumn.
Santhal Dance: Performed by the men and women of the Santhal tribe.
Ho Dance: A celebration of the harvest season, where dancers move in a semi-circular fashion, holding each other and matching their steps to the beat of drums and percussion instruments.
Domkach: A traditional folk dance performed by the Dom community in Jharkhand.
Instruments:
Instruments used in Jharkhand folk dances include Mandar, Dhol, Nagara, Dhak, Bansi, and Shehnai.
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