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The Rhythm of Reason - Kathak’s Numbers, Storytelling & Legacy | Ragini Maharaj | TEDxIIFTDelhi
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-29 15:34
Cultural Significance of Kathak - Kathak is presented as a dance form transcending gender, embodying both masculinity and femininity through expressions and art [3] - The speaker belongs to the ninth generation of the Kalka Bindadin Gharana of Lucknow, highlighting the legacy of the Maharaj family in Kathak [1] - The speaker's grandfather emphasized learning Kathak compositions for life-long value, even amidst academic pursuits [1] - The speaker's grandfather introduced numerical compositions in Kathak to make the rhythmic patterns easier to understand [2] Artistic Expression and Inspiration - The speaker recalls an incident where her mathematical answer differed significantly from her classmates, leading her grandfather to explain the unique mathematical capabilities inherent in Kathak [1][2] - The speaker shares anecdotes about her grandfather's choreographies, including "Loha" (Iron) and "Story of a File," showcasing the use of Kathak to portray social messages and humor [3] - The speaker expresses concern over the stereotypical portrayal of male Kathak dancers in movies and comedy shows, which discourages aspiring dancers [3] Performance and Demonstrations - The speaker recites and demonstrates various Kathak compositions, including "Tihai" and compositions involving addition, to engage the audience and illustrate the rhythmic patterns [2] - The speaker performs a piece depicting the changing weather, using different expressions to convey the elements [3] - The speaker demonstrates a composition that mimics friends playing hockey, passing the ball, and another depicting leaves falling from a tree in autumn, showcasing the versatility of Kathak [2]
Reflection on Folk Rhythms | Mohsen Namjoo | TEDxShar e Naw Studio
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-13 16:41
[موسیقی] [موسیقی] [موسیقی] سلام خدمت همه دوستان عزیز برنامه تتاک و به ویژه دوستان همزبان و هم منطقه ما در جهان که طبعاً فارسی زبان هستن در افغانستان ایران تاجیکستان و مناطق اطراف بنده موظف شدم که یک موضوعات مختلفی هست برای اینکه بشه در یک فاصله کوتاهی راجع به موسیقی و آن چیزی که به فرهنگ ما مربوطه و در تخصص بنده است یعنی راجع به موسیقی یا شعر صحبت بکنم ولی با توجه به صحبتی که با دوستان کردم فکر کردم که بتونم یک خلاصه از یک ماجرای جذاب که در واقع کشف نمیتونم بگم اخیر کشف این یکی دو سه سال اخیر خودم بوده رو ع ...
Kavitta: The Rap in Kathak | Shreeyaa Popat | TEDxNKC
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-13 16:38
Core Elements of Kathak Kavita Composition - Kathak Kavita compositions utilize specific, constant tempos, typically fast-paced, composed within a Taal (cycle of beats) where words follow the Taal's structure [1] - Kavita compositions in Kathak primarily use Sanskrit, Awadhi, or Hindi literature, often describing gods and goddesses, serving as the subject matter's conduit [1] - Percussive bols (rhythmic syllables) from instruments like the Pakhawaj or Tabla, along with sounds like "ta thei tat thei," enhance the emotion and storytelling in Kavita compositions [1] - A Tihai, a phrase repeated thrice, concludes any rhythmic composition in Kathak [1] - Emotion (Ras) dictates the literature and bols used, conveying the essence of the Kavita [1] - Choreography transforms vocal compositions with hand gestures, body movements, spins, footwork, and facial expressions, bringing the story to life for viewers [1] Significance of Kavita in Kathak - Kathak began as a storytelling medium, now performed as a recital with various compositions; Kavita is both rhythmic and expressive [1] - Unlike rhythmic compositions requiring briskness and Abhinaya compositions needing subtle nuances, Kavita demands both from the dancer [1] - Through Kavita, the writer and dancer can educate, entertain, and evoke emotions in the audience [1] Literary and Rhythmic Aspects - Kavita compositions can be composed in specific Taals, such as a Shiv Kavita in Dhamaar Taal (14 beats) with divisions of 5-2-3-4 [1] - Kavita can be composed in decimal Taals, such as a Taal of 22 and a half beats, divided into 12 and 10 and a half [1] - Kavita compositions can be composed in a specific Jaati (groove), following the Taal's structure with syllables per beat as per the composition's groove [1] - Kavita compositions use figures of speech like alliteration (Anupras Alankar in Hindi literature), as seen in Krishna and Ardhanarishwar Kavit [1] Educational Nature - Kavita can educate about Indian history, such as excerpts from the Ramayana, exemplified by Guru's Sita Swayamvar Kavita [1]
Finding My Voice | Harika Narayan | TEDxVCE
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-13 15:50
[संगीत] [संगीत] हे गाइस [प्रशंसा] पाल पाटला ये माट अस हैप्पी का पाट पागल कृष्ण तेजा सर कांटेक्ट सर सो व्हेन ही आस्क्ड मी अह दिस स्टेक्स वीसी इज़ हैपनिंग एंड देन आई एम लाइक ओके यू वांट मी टू परफॉर्म एंड देन नो नो नो नो नॉट परफॉर्मेंस यू वी वांट यू टू टॉक अबाउट द जर्नी। आई एम लाइक ओके व्हाट [प्रशंसा] ऑलराइट गाइस लेट्स डू दिस। याता [प्रशंसा] सो वेल आई डिन्ट रियली प्रप एनीथिंग एस सच। आई जस्ट वांट टू टॉक माय हार्ट आउट टुडे। अह फॉर यू गाइस। एंड इफ यू कैन पिक इट अप फ्यू पॉइंट्स आउट ऑफ द जर्नी एंड यू नो दैट कैन हेल् ...
What the Mountain Didn't Teach Me | Yuxuan Shi | TEDxBIBA Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-08 15:13
I want to start with a moment. It was the end of a 70our hike. My legs felt like rubber and my skin had become one with my socks.I haven't seen a single patch of dry trail all day. And my raincoat was just for show at this point. Everything I had was soaked with one of Beijing's most relentless rainstorms in recent history.It was a Duke of Edinburgh's hike. It's one of those things you sign up thinking that it's going to be a fun little hike um away from school, from homework. However, I didn't go in there ...
Before the beat lands | Sia Joshi | TEDxTheOrchidSchool
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-01 15:27
N then n then n then n then na. These are bowls of a tal also known as how sia lived her life aka perfectly on beat. Quick question.How many of you have ever been in a relationship with rhythm. Yes. Like genuinely committed to beats and counts and patterns because I have.And rhythm is a terrible partner. It's like having a personal trainer that never lets you cheat ever. But the weird thing about rhythm in katak is that you don't just follow it, you create with it.you build upon it. For all of you who are n ...
Playing the Changes: Jazz and Success | Javier Arau | TEDxCUNY
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-28 16:55
[Applause] The music scene is difficult in part because it's tough to play music. Well, there's that feeling of being totally vibed, getting the stink eye from other players in the orchestra or on the band stand. Have you ever experienced that.In the arts and music fields, it's easy to get beaten down. I wonder if that's why so many college graduates drop out of their dream careers as artists. But I'm just not sure it has to be this way.Even the great jazz saxoponist Charlie Parker when he was young face ch ...
Taiko Performance | Stockholm Taiko | TEDxKI
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-08 16:28
Company Overview - Stockholm Taiko is a unique taiko drumming ensemble based in Sweden, blending Japanese taiko with Nordic folk music [1] - The group is led by Maki, a taiko artist from Japan, redefining the taiko experience with global influences [1] Performance Characteristics - Their signature approach combines the energy of Japanese taiko with Nordic instruments like the hurdy-gurdy and bagpipes [1] - Performances are a dialogue between Japanese and Nordic traditions, moving from Japan's festival spirit to Scandinavian landscapes [1] - Performances are built on strength, harmony, and movement, embodying Japanese and Nordic traditions [1] Mission - The company's mission is to break boundaries and unite people through rhythm [1]
How rhythm and dance can help the brain | Siya Marwah | TEDxBath University
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-01 15:00
Core Argument - The speech advocates for incorporating rhythm, specifically Indian classical music's "tal," as a form of brain exercise to improve cognitive functions, mental agility, and mental fitness [1][10] - The speech positions rhythm as a universal tool for managing stress, enhancing mental sharpness, and promoting overall well-being [20][21][22] Cognitive Benefits of Rhythm - Mental exercises like mindfulness and rhythmic activities such as "tal" can build focus, emotional resilience, and cognitive flexibility, strengthening the brain [3][18] - Practicing "tal" engages multiple brain areas, including the prefrontal cortex (problem-solving), motor areas, and cerebellum (balance and coordination), promoting neuroplasticity [18] - Rhythm can serve as a daily mental workout, similar to puzzles or memory games, but potentially more powerful [21] Rhythm in Clinical Interventions - Rhythm can be used in clinical interventions to manage conditions like obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) by restructuring neural pathways [13][15] - Techniques like drumming, tapping, and guided movement, as well as Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), can help manage stress and anxiety [15][16][17] Cultural Significance of Rhythm - Rhythm is integral to various cultures, seen in Indian classical music and dance, Latin American salsa, East Asian Buddhist chants, and Western jazz, highlighting its universal presence [11][12] - "Tal" is not just a musical construct but a way of understanding and expressing life, originating in temples and structuring rituals, dance, and chants [11]