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Advanced Level — Kathak
Advanced Levels 3A–3C

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Advanced Kathak

Advanced Kathak, prepared by KalaSudha: extended nritta across four cycles, three expressive studies, original composition, supervised teaching and a recital.

  • 3 modules
  • Тем: 36
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What you'll master

Skills you will carry forward

  • Present twelve tukras across four suggested cycles with secure padhant and returns.
  • Notate six tihais and dance a counted multi-cycle design with correct gaps and arrival.
  • Perform ten minutes of nritta with purposeful progression and a balanced closing study.
  • Present three distinct expressive studies and explain each character's intention.
  • Compose and notate at least two cycles of original nritta and perform it.
  • Teach a twenty-minute Foundation lesson and give a recital of at least thirty minutes.

Об этом курсе

12–30 months

Advanced Kathak prepares a solo recital of at least thirty minutes, with original composition and supervised teaching alongside. You enter after Intermediate or a placement against its milestones. It is the third level of the Kathak course prepared by KalaSudha.

Module 3A builds twelve tukras across the suggested Teentaal, Jhaptal, Ektal and Dhamar, four parans with a counted chakradar, six tihais including a multi-cycle design, and deliberate control of dynamics. You organise them into ten minutes of nritta that progresses rather than lists pieces.

Module 3B develops three expressive studies, including a narrative and a text-based abhinaya work, multiple readings of one text and source-based analysis of four gharanas, such as Raigarh. You also interpret live with an accompanist.

Module 3C prepares the recital: a four-week practice log, a balanced programme, an original nritta composition of at least two cycles and a twenty-minute Foundation lesson you teach under supervision. In a cohort, an elective has you plan and stage a short group work with roles, spacing and cues. Your teacher and a second qualified assessor review the recital and a live viva, and the level leads to a KalaSudha award. Ask about Advanced in the Academy.

Your learning journey

The three Advanced modules

Advanced extends nritta first, then interpretation and style, then the complete portfolio and recital. Original composition and supervised teaching are compulsory for every learner.

  • Module 3A: advanced nritta and repertoire

    Transcribe a bol passage and set the Advanced working pulse. Develop twelve tukras across four suggested cycles, four parans and six tihais. Vary dynamics on purpose and organise ten minutes of extended nritta.

  • Module 3B: abhinaya, style and improvisation

    Review text meanings and sources, develop three expressive studies and several readings of one text. Study three accompaniment ragas and analyse four gharanas with sourced evidence. Interpret live with an accompanist.

  • Module 3C: the performer, choreographer and teacher

    Plan preparation and a thirty-minute run, and balance the recital programme. Compose and notate a dance study and teach a Foundation topic. Prepare stagecraft and cues, then give the recital and live viva.

Your learning journey

Curriculum

Тем: 36

Sanchari 3A · Advanced Nritta and Repertoire

Доступно тем: 16; в вашей программе: 12.

Основные темы Обязательны для всех учеников: 8

  1. Тема форума 01

    Technique and Repertoire Placement

    Review Intermediate evidence and transcribe a supplied bol passage before setting the Advanced working pulse.

    Ready to move on when: Transcribe a four-matra phrase with movement cues and identify two technique priorities from a recording.

  2. Тема форума 02

    Twelve Tukras Across Four Cycles

    Develop twelve cumulative tukras across the four proposed practical talas.

    Ready to move on when: Present six in proposed Teentaal and two each in Jhaptal, Ektal and Dhamar with secure padhant and returns.

  3. Тема форума 03

    Four Parans and Rhythmic Design

    Develop four cumulative parans including a counted chakradar study.

    Ready to move on when: Perform all four with the assigned articulation and explain the chakradar's internal structure.

  4. Тема форума 04

    Six Tihais and Multi-Cycle Counting

    Develop six cumulative tihais including a counted multi-cycle design.

    Ready to move on when: Notate all six and demonstrate the multi-cycle design with correct repeats, gaps and arrival.

  5. Тема форума 05

    Movement Dynamics and Foot Sound

    Vary dynamics and articulation deliberately while retaining coordination through rhythmic changes.

    Ready to move on when: Demonstrate three intended dynamic treatments and distinguish them from accidental unevenness.

  6. Тема форума 06

    Extended Nritta Architecture

    Organise learnt compositions into an extended development rather than a list of pieces.

    Ready to move on when: Perform ten minutes with purposeful progression, transitions and a balanced closing study.

  7. Тема форума 07

    Guided Nritta and Accompaniment Review

    Rehearse the extended sequence and negotiate cues with a teacher or accompanist.

    Ready to move on when: Complete six cue-and-response exchanges and correct one transition in the sequence.

  8. Тема форума 08

    Module 3A Presentation

    Present the developed nritta repertoire and explain its structure.

    Ready to move on when: Meet C2-C6 criteria and maintain control through a fifteen-minute continuous presentation.

Темы по выбору Преподаватель заполняет свободные места (4) темами по выбору, своими темами или и теми и другими.

  • По выбору

    Additional Tala Repertoire

    Practise additional tala repertoire through a bounded teacher-supplied study.

    Ready to move on when: Develop one composition in proposed Rupak or another agreed additional cycle.

  • По выбору

    Longer Tatkar Development

    Practise longer tatkar development through a bounded teacher-supplied study.

    Ready to move on when: Sustain an approved three-minute development with planned density and dynamic changes.

  • По выбору

    Advanced Notation Transcription

    Practise advanced notation transcription through a bounded teacher-supplied study.

    Ready to move on when: Transcribe a supplied composition and test the notation against the recording.

  • По выбору

    Extended Jugalbandi

    Practise extended jugalbandi through a bounded teacher-supplied study.

    Ready to move on when: Complete an approved exchange sequence with a live accompanist and agree the final cue.

  • По выбору

    Jaipur Developed Paran

    Practise jaipur developed paran through a bounded teacher-supplied study.

    Ready to move on when: Perform a practitioner-approved Jaipur composition with its assigned rhythmic and movement detail.

  • По выбору

    Lucknow Nritta Phrasing

    Practise lucknow nritta phrasing through a bounded teacher-supplied study.

    Ready to move on when: Perform an approved Lucknow study and defend its bol articulation and movement treatment.

  • По выбору

    Janakiprasad Barakhadi Extract

    Practise janakiprasad barakhadi extract through a bounded teacher-supplied study.

    Ready to move on when: Perform a practitioner-supplied barakhadi extract and explain its place in the taught repertoire.

  • По выбору

    Raigarh Attributed Bol Design

    Practise raigarh attributed bol design through a bounded teacher-supplied study.

    Ready to move on when: Present a practitioner-approved Raigarh design with notation and documented attribution.

Advanced pathway

How this level progresses

3 structured modules, taken in order.

Modules are taken in sequence

  1. Level 3A

    Sanchari 3A · Advanced Nritta and Repertoire

    Темы
    12 topics
    Activities
    64 activities

  2. Level 3B

    Sanchari 3B · Abhinaya, Style and Improvisation

    Темы
    12 topics
    Activities
    68 activities

  3. Level 3C

    Sanchari 3C · The Performer, Choreographer and Teacher

    Темы
    12 topics
    Activities
    72 activities

Inside Advanced

  • Nritta as an arc

    Organise twelve tukras, four parans and six tihais into an extended development with purposeful transitions and a balanced close.

  • Interpretation you can defend

    Develop three expressive studies, offer several readings of one text and support your style choices with sourced evidence.

  • Choreographer and teacher

    Compose original nritta with notation, and teach a Foundation topic while a supervisor records your correction and revision.

Before you begin

  • Complete Intermediate Kathak or meet its milestones in a placement with your teacher.
  • Be able to perform parans, three tihais, a gat bhav and a song interpretation.

Frequently asked questions

How do I prepare for my first Kathak performance?

Preparation for a first Kathak recital runs through Advanced. Module 3C asks for a four-week practice log with recovery periods and recording review, and an approved thirty-minute run with controlled technique.

You balance nritta and expression in the programme, prepare the space, sound and introductions, then perform at least thirty minutes and answer a live viva.

How is the Advanced level of the Kathak course assessed?

The Advanced level of the Kathak course ends with a solo recital of at least thirty minutes: at least ten minutes of expression, a balanced nritta arc, a rhythmic closing study and at least two talas. It is live or continuously recorded, and a live viva follows.

Your teacher and a second qualified assessor both agree each milestone. You also submit original notated nritta and a supervised lesson, and complete six live exchanges and a text-based interpretive exchange.

Do I learn choreography and teaching at Advanced Kathak?

Yes. Advanced Kathak includes an original nritta composition of at least two cycles, notated and performed with an explained arrival on sam. A group choreography is an elective.

You also plan and teach a twenty-minute Foundation lesson under supervision, diagnose a learner's error and revise your plan after feedback.

Can I use recorded music for my Kathak recital?

Yes. An approved accompaniment track is accepted for the Advanced Kathak recital, live or continuously recorded, with your whole body visible, your feet audible and your face clear.

Responsiveness is assessed separately through six live exchanges with a teacher, accompanist or prepared performer, because a recording alone cannot test it.

Have more questions? Contact our support team and we'll be happy to help!

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