TEEN TAAL

Teen Taal (Tatkar) is the fundamental footwork from which all other foot sounds and compositions are created. This dance highlights the dancer’s technical skill, stamina and artistry. Different speeds are also showcased in this piece. In Kathak, the idea of worship through dance involves the spiritual relationship of the dancer in contact with the earth in order to reach God. Ta, body (from Tanu) Thei, Earth (from Sthela) Ei, Lord (from Eishwara) combined to form — the body that dances on the earth for the Lord