Dance is that confluence. Dance is that gamut. In which not only the rhythm of sura and taal is included, but the truth of life is also included which inspires us to live life with our enthusiasm and happiness. Dance is also that expression of happiness along with postures, gestures and emotions, form-beauty, which, from the dancers to those who see it, descends into the soul and compels them to dance in such a way that not only the hair and hair of the body All the limbs tremble. Chhattisgarh also has its own distinct culture and identity. From Surguja to Bastar, there is a continuous flow of rivers, streams, waterfalls in the nature, whether it is the echo of the waterfall or the water droplets falling tip-tip in the rain or the stream of rivers flowing in spate, in the calm forest. Whether it is the chirping of birds or the chirping of small birds, the rustling winds coming from the mountains, the dense forests, or the terrifying sounds of wild animals, the hum of the bumblebees, insects and spiders, from the sound of prawns to the leaves falling from the trees and the slightest There are many such melodies including the rustle of dry leaves swaying far and wide when the wind blows, which is engulfed with natural and beautiful views in the forests between Surguja to Bastar. Even though we do not understand the languages of these nature and the melodies arising from the midst of nature, but by spending some time between them, it feels like there are countless stories related to happiness and sorrow of forests, rivers, mountains, wildlife. Those who sing songs, dance in their own languages, their own styles, and this song and dance of theirs blends into the culture of the tribes living around them, with the help of musical instruments, we get to see and understand the dance. Along with giving a glimpse of the culture of Chhattisgarh, we are once again through the National Tribal Dance Festival through the dance, music and songs of the tribal society, which gives us the inspiration and message to fight many challenges of life and live happily even in difficult circumstances. People from all over the country will get a chance to connect. National Tribal Dance Festival is once again being organized by Chhattisgarh Government in the capital Raipur from 28 to 30 October at Science College ground. The preparations for the festival have started. In this festival, artists from different states across the country will give colorful performances of dances of tribal society and other surroundings. The expression and carrier of culture, the dance of Chhattisgarh is actually associated with folk tales being very ancient and rich. Which is not just for entertainment. There is also a confluence of faith, belief and religious stories in these dances. Songs are sung and dances are performed by the tribal society by practicing their special types of dances on various occasions such as welcoming the seasons, birth of a child in the family, marriage and many other festivals with gaiety. . It also includes equal participation of men and women of tribal society. Collectively all dance to traditional tunes with steps and moves and beats. The dances performed by the tribes of Chhattisgarh on different occasions have many similarities with variations. Here Sarhul by tribal society, Kakasar by Muria society, Damkach of Oraon, Karma of Baiga and God society, Panthi of Satnami society including Danda, Sua dance and Raut dance of Yaduvanshis are also famous here. There are many dances of Chhattisgarh state. Those who keep their identity not only in the state but also in the country and abroad. The major area of tribals is Bastar, Surguja division. These tribes living in the natural environment of nature have different ethnic dances. Among these, the dance of the horns, the dance of the horns, the Tamer dance, the dance of Dandari, the Madai, the Parab dance of the Parja caste, the Bhatra Veda Purush Smriti and the Chherna dance of the Bhatras, the Ghurva dance of the Ghurvas, the Koya dance of the cocoons, the Gendin dance are prominent. Domkach dance, mainly performed by the hill Korwa tribes, is the favorite dance of tribal youth and girls. This dance performed on the occasion of marriage is also called marriage dance. This dance is synonymous with the folk culture of Chhattisgarh. Karma dance is considered to be the ethnic dance of Baiga Karma, Gond Karma, Bhuiyan Karma etc. Men and women all participate in this. Sarhul dance is an ethnic dance of Oraon caste. This dance is a primitive form of nature worship. Tribals believe that in a group of Sal trees called Sarna. This dance is organized on the night of Chaitra Purnima to please Mahadev and God’s ancestors and wish for happiness and peace. Danda and Saila dance performed in a very artistic way in the group is the most favorite dance of men. The rhythm has its own special importance in this dance. It is also known as Danda dance in plains and Saila dance in hilly areas. In the tribal-dominated areas of Chhattisgarh, during the annual, triennial worship of the village goddess, the Madai dance is performed, in which the Madai dancers dance in front of the procession of the deities and behind the goddesses, Doli, Chhatra, Lat etc. The procession continues. The marriage dance is performed by the Dhurva tribe during the marriage. Marriage dance is performed on both sides of the bride and groom. The marriage dance is performed throughout the marriage, starting with the oil-turmeric offering ceremony. In this, men and women dance in a circle forming a circle. Similarly Gedi dance is also famous in the state. The members of Muria tribe start making Gadi during the Navakhani festival from about a month ago. Gedi dance is performed from Hariyali Amavasya of Sawan month to full moon of Bhado month. Gedi dance is performed during the Navakhani festival. In this, Muria youths dance in different dance postures in a round circle in a bamboo unicorn. Ganvarmar dance, a combined form of drama and dance, is performed by the Muria tribe. The dancers of the Muria tribe perform gaur-animal killings. In this dance, two people go to the forest and try to hunt the gaur-animal, but during the hunt, one person gets injured after being injured by the gaur-animal. The second person goes to the village and brings the priest (Sirha) who invokes and worships the goddess and heals the injured person and both the people together hunt the wild animal. Gavanmar dance is performed as a symbol of this. This is a famous dance. Which greatly impresses the onlookers. Sua dance is a group dance performed by the women of Chhattisgarh. The expression of happiness and sorrow of the girl or woman performing this dance, the emotion of the mind is displayed in the dance. Like this:Like Loading… Continue Reading
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