Carnatic

Tanjore Gharana

Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

Bharatanatyam Tradition

Founder

Traditional temple style

Characteristics

  • Oldest and most traditional style
  • Broad, sweeping movements with inherent grace
  • Close to original temple dance traditions
  • Emphasis on sculptural poses and clean lines
  • Foundation for other Bharatanatyam styles

Notable Artists

No notable artists recorded for this gharana yet.