Varsha Gupta

Varsha Gupta is a talented and graceful Kathak dancer, known for her versatility and beauty. She began her training in 2011 under the guidance of Guru Shree Deepak Aurora and Dr. Shubhra Aurora. Since then, she has performed across India in cities such as Delhi, Kolkata, Tirupati, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu, under the banner of Gurukul Music and Dance Academic Society, Gurugram.

Varsha excels in 'Bhava Paksha,' the emotional expression in Kathak, with her exceptional facial expressions adding depth and grace to her performances. Her ability to convey emotions through dance enhances the perfection of each routine.

Driven by a deep passion for Kathak, Varsha is committed to continuous growth as a dancer. She challenges herself at every step, always striving to improve. As a dedicated learner, she constantly pursues knowledge, ensuring her art remains dynamic and evolving.

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Teaching Methodology

My teaching methodology is well-structured and progressive, focusing on building a solid foundation and gradually increasing the complexity of the material. Here's a breakdown of my approach:

Basic Introduction: Starting with fundamental elements like Body Movement, hand posture, and some simple exercises ensures that your students develop proper technique from the outset, which is crucial for mastering the instrument.
Gradual Complexity: Introducing easy compositions and rhythmic patterns initially allows students to build confidence and a sense of rhythm. Gradually adding songs helps keep things engaging and introduces musicality early in their learning.
Intermediate and Advanced Focus: Moving on to intermediate compositions and variations which provide depth to student's learning. It allows students to develop more advanced skills, preparing them for more complex musical expression.
Exam Preparation: Offering guidance for Kathak exams organized by Prayag Sangeet Samiti is a great way to give students clear goals and officially recognize their skills. It also helps them prepare for formal assessments, which can be valuable for their overall growth.

My methodology strikes a balance between technique, creativity, and progress, ensuring that students develop both technical proficiency and musical expression.

Syllabus

BEGINNER:

Sec-1: Basic intro with the dance form and history - Beginner exercises to understand the basic movement and posture

Sec 2: Theka and Info of Kehrwa, Dadra, Teen Taal & Jhap Taal - 4 Tatkaars, Taal Layakari, Salami, Aamad, Toda, Tihai, etc. Some simple compositions in Kehrwa & Dadra Taal

INTERMEDIATE:

Sec-1: Hand Postures, Intermediate Tatkaars, Toda, Tihai, Chakardar, etc.

Sec 2: Traditional Dance preparations in Kehrwa & Dadra Taal.

Sec 3: Introduction with some Rare Gharanedar bandishes.

ADVANCED:

Sec-1: Advanced Solo in Teen Taal - Jhap Taal - Ek Taal with some gharanedar bandishes.

Sec-2: Indian Classical Music & Light Music accompaniment techniques and syllabus

Sec 3: Krishna, Kabir, Bhagti Ras, Stiry Telling, & Rare Traditional Dance Performances.