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Panchabhootam Stupendous dance performance by Soundarya Natyalaya Soundarya Natyalaya, a premium Bharata Natyam institution in Atlanta, staged a dance recital ”Panchabhootam” on December 19th at Roswell Cultural Arts Center in collaboration with OSAAT (One School At A time) a non-profit organization that builds schools and develops infrastructure for schools in rural India meant for the underprivileged children by selectively adopting one school at a time.  Gayatri Subramanian, Artistic Director of Soundarya Natyalaya
and her students performed this unique blend of classical dance
set to exquisite music originally created, composed and
orchestrated by CV Subramanian, who also conducts an Indian
Choir consisting of a vibrant group of music enthusiasts - known
as ICE.The program commenced its first segment “Margam”, with traditional Bharata Natyam dances covering a wide spectrum - Mallari, Alarippu, Geetam, Sabdam, Natesa Kauthuvam, Swarajathi, Krishna bhajan, Shiva padam - by the students of Soundarya Natyalaya. This was followed by a Varnam that recaptured with remarkable elegance the episode of “Seetha Swayavaram” from the great epic, Ramayan. The second segment, “Panchabhootam” - a multimedia presentation on the five elements of nature - Earth, Water, Space, Fire and Air was the highlight of the evening. For the first time in Atlanta, Classical Music and Dance so subtly integrated all salient aspects in a single dance performance. The striking feature was the gigantic multimedia visuals on screen that were imaginatively crafted to synchronize with the music. The original music score deftly journeyed through Carnatic, Hindustani, Western harmony to orchestral rendition and provided one of a kind experience. Stage lights, colorful costumes, visuals on screen, fluid dance movements and live choir left the audience spellbound for hours and led to a spontaneous standing ovation towards the end. The Chief Guest of the evening, Dr. Seshu Sarma who is an ardent music lover expressed words of appreciation and encouragement to the whole team of 55 performers. Panchabhootam was a completely sold out fundraiser event and the net proceeds were donated to OSAAT.  The Dance Choreography, Direction & Concept was by Soundarya Natyalay’s Artistic Director, Gayatri Subramanian who worked with her husband for about a year for its fruition. The choreography without deviating from the nuances of Bharta Natyam, lent an innovative contemporary approach to the entire show. Gayatri imparts training in Bharata Natyam in Marietta. CV Subramanian, who is also a proficient viloinist formed ICE (Indian Choir & Ensemble) in 2010 and presented his debut performance in British Academy of Performing Arts where he highlighted the intrinsic charm of Raagas. He continues to instruct the group and offers training on voice culture and raaga improvisations. CV Subramanian and Gayatri proudly launch their new Academy, KA Academy of Indian Music & Dance in Marietta with a dedicated facility/studio that will serve the community as a multi-disciplinary school for Indian Fine Arts in Bharata Natyam, Violin, Vocal, Adults and Kids Choir supported by a structured curriculum and an accomplished faculty. For enrollment or enquiries please call 678-419-0429 or email at kaaimd@gmail.com. Please visit www.panchabhootam.com , www.soundaryanatyalaya.com for more details. |