WORKSHOP:- TRENDS AND IMPROVISATION IN FOLK SPINS

 

The session of the dance department started with a workshop on “TRENDS AND IMPROVISATION IN FOLK SPINS” by Miss Ritu. She guided the students about different type of spins in various folk dances of India. It was a wonderful workshop in which students of various streams participated and gained knowledge about the spins in the folk dances.

Gujarati folk dance vividly represents Gujarat, India's rich cultural legacy, Gujrati dance which is full of excitement and tradition, combines a variety of components to create something rather special. Spins are an important component of Gujrati dance, adding to the performances' visual appeal and rhythmic framework. To explain to students the function and importance of spins in Gujarati traditional dance, particularly emphasizing popular dance styles like Garba, Dandiya Raas, and Hathi Raas, the Department of Dance under the banner of the Institution’s Innovation Council arranged a workshop on Trends and Improvisation in Folk Spins. The expert for this workshop was Ms. Ritu, a professional expert in folk dances. She gave students training on how to perform spins in Garba with fluid transitions, which improved the beat and produced an eye-catching impact. She also performed spins in Dandiya Raas, which are more intense than Garba. She demonstrated how the dancers rotate during their dances to match the beats and the sound of sticks hitting each other. These spins highlight the dance's exuberant quality and perform more vitality and enthusiasm. She went on to say that Spins in Hathi Raas, which are more impromptu and less formal, capture the light-hearted spirit of the dance. To create a sense of surprise and delight, the spins are frequently incorporated into the dancing routine. She described how Spins improve the overall aesthetic of the performance and give Gujarati folk dance a dynamic, eye-catching element that captivates the audience with a sense of movement and fluidity. She explained to the class how spins contribute to keeping the beat in tune with the music. They make sure the show is harmonious and cohesive by coordinating the dancers' motions with the beats.