The Dance Form of Garba
Garba dance is the one which hails from Saurashtra - one part out of
the four parts of Gujarat. Garba songs are in prais e of the Goddess
Amba describing her Strenth, power and her beauty. Social Themes and
seasons also make a part of the Garba Songs.Damru, Tabla, Nagara, pot
drum, percussion, Ektaro, Ravan hattho, Jantar, Pavo, shehani, murli,
turi, and taturi are the musical instruments used in Garba Dance.
Modern Garba also includes Ras Dance. Dancing in Circle by men and
women is the main feature of the Garba Dance. Three variety of Garba
Dance are described -
Dandia Ras - In this sticks or dandas are used for dance.
Mandala - Clapping is used in this dance form.
Lata Rasaka - Dancers cling to each other and dance like a creeper
to a tree.
Dress used in Garba
Kamkha - Traditional blouse with embroidery in the front and the
back open.
Chudla - The bangle sworn by the dancers are known as Chudla.
Kedia - High waist tops with Dhotis make this a festive dress for
men.
Mojdee - Hand made pure leather shoes worn with the traditional
dress.
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