Question

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please give a brief description on kali kautuvam-bharathanatyam.

Answer 1

Navasandhis, Pushpanjalis and Kavuttuvams form an integral part of this group. Though these pieces have been performed for a number of years within the hallowed precincts of temples, it is only recently that they have gained prominence in Bhratanatyam recitals. Of these, the Kavuttuvam presents a fascinating scope for study, both historically and technically. As one delves deeper, the subject becomes even more intriguing.

This article will consolidate some ideas regarding the historical references to kavuthuvam, its position in a Bharathanatyam recitals, the structure, prevalent practices etc..

Kavutuvam- the common thread:

Kavuthuvam is an invocatory item in Bharathanatyam and Kuchipudi recitals. It is a hymn a song of devotion in praise of a deity. It was performed by the devadasis as part of the daily rituals, or on special occasions or during the festivals. Most of the Kavutuvams are dedicated to a particular deity. For eg, the Chidamabara Natesa Kavutuvam by Gangai Muttu Nattuvanar is dedicated to the deity at the Chidamabaram Natarajar temple and similarly Nachiar or Andal Kavutuvam is dedicated to the shrine at Srivilliputthur. Whereas, there is no apparent mention of a particular kshetra or shrine in the Subrahmanya and Ganesha Kavutuhuvams.

 When my students heard it the first time they brightly came up with the idea that rap must have originated from the kavuthuvams. Kavuthuvam have an unique structure – it begins with a rhythmic recitation of sollukattus, followed by lyric recitation in the same santham (rhythmic metre) as the sollus and the later a melodic rendering of the lyrics and ends with a sollukattu. No sancharis or elaboration herev(the choreography sticks to padartham). Sometimes Thattimetti for the lyrics when repeated the second time may be seen.

Musically most Kavuthuvams are composed in Nattai, Gowlai, Arabhi, Varali, Hamsadhwani and Sri Ragam. Gangai Muttu Nattuvanar and the Tanjore Quartet have penned most of the Kavutuvams.


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