Kathakali is one of the most popular and oldest classical dance - drama form in India which is originated in Kerala. The word Kathakali literally means "Story Play" and as the name implicate it is a storytelling form of art. Kathakali Sangeetham is the music belongs to sopana sangeetham category which is slow, strictly adhering to tala or rhythm and is central to a Kathakali performance. During the performance of kathakali the performer’s acting, expressions and body movements are strictly adhere to kathakali sangeetham. Bachelor of Arts or B.A. in Kathakali Sangeetham is a three year graduate program with six semesters of study. This course teaches different aspects of Kadhakali Sangeetham and itsperformance and also provides knowledge in the history of Kadhakali Sangeetham and other different traditional art forms.
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