{"product_id":"2-bharatanatyam-dance-instruments-thaalam-nattuvangam","title":"2. Bharatanatyam Dance Instruments - Thaalam \/ Nattuvangam","description":"\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eNattuvangam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, often known as the art of Talam, is a vital component of Indian classical dance. It is a type of vocal percussion and musical instrument that aids in directing and coordinating the musicians and dancers throughout a performance. The technique of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003enattuvangam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e is essential for teaching concepts such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThalam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eShollu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eShollukattu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eKarvai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eEduppu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eNattuvangam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e is performed by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eNattuvanar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, who directs the rhythm and timing of the performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eLaya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, or the sense of rhythm, is a fundamental element of dance. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003enattuvangam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e aids in maintaining the beat of the dance by signa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003el\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eling pace changes and guiding the dancers' motions. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003enattuvangam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e can also emphasize and accent the dancers' motions, accentuating key moments or gestures in the performance. The ideal dancer is one who perfectly synchronizes with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eNattuvanar's\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003enattuvangam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eNattuvangam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e is employed in Indian classical arts like Bharatanatyam, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eKuchipudi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eMohiniyattam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eExplore the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eNattuvangam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e collection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eZaras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, crafted in brass and steel in gold and silver hues. Welcoming \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eNattuvanars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e to add your proficiency, intermediates to develop, and beginners to begin with Zara’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eNattuvangam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Zaras Bharatanatyam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47912551612547,"sku":"TA016","price":620.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/0252\/2499\/files\/da759321-AC001C.png?v=1787055272","url":"https:\/\/zarasbharatanatyam.com\/products\/2-bharatanatyam-dance-instruments-thaalam-nattuvangam","provider":"Zaras Bharatanatyam","version":"1.0","type":"link"}