Traditional dances of Nepal

Traditional dances of Nepal

Dance is simply the movement of feet and body in a pleasing way. Songs, music, and dance are closely related. Music is incomplete without Songs a d song is without music is not very pleasing. Similarly dance should be accompanied by song and music. The combination of song, music and dance is incredibly necessary.They make us feel relieved.

There are two kinds of dances performed in Nepal: Classical dance; based on ancient classics and folk dance. It is generally performed by trained dancers, mostly in single. In this type of dance, there is a particular meaning of each step known as mudra.
These are more orgnized and rhythemic. Charya nritya, Devi neither, Bhairab nritya, are some examples of classical dance. Likewise Folk dance are based on folk sings and music. It is mostly performed in groups during auspicious events, festivals, and other celebrations. A folk dance in Nepal represent a particular caste or community. Gurung's Maruni and Magar's kaura dance are example of folk dances in Nepal.

Some classical dances

Charya Nritya
Based on the story of gods and goddess, this dance is prevalent in the Kathmandu valley. It's a Buddhist ritual dance. It invites the observers to mediate focusing on the dance. It's especially popular among Buddhist Newars. The dancers acts out the roles of Gods and Goddesses.

 Devi Nritya
This dance continues from Gaijatra to Indrajatra in the Kathmandu valley, especially in Bhatktapur.

Bhairab Nritya
This is often a classical dance within which the dancers assume of the pretence of Bhairab.
This means the dancers are masked to resemble Bhairab, an aspect of Lord Shiva. It is practiced in Kathmandu and pokhara.
Some folk dances

Maruni dance 
This dance in increasingly popular in the eastern hills. It is performed by men in the guise of women.
Kaura dance : Kaura dance is popular among the Nagara of the western region. This can be performed by men or women only or both together. It is accompanied by kaura song.

Dhan dance : Dhan dance is usually practised in the limbu community.

It is performed throughout the harvest, the season of the foremost crops.

Young limbus enthusiastically participate in the dance. They dance holding each other's hand to form a circle or line by swinging their feet side to side to the beats of Chabrung
( a drum) .

All the dances are important to the country. They help in the promotion of traditional art and skills. They help in proper physical and mental development. They employ people, attract tourists and help in the economic growth too.

Thus, we should preserve our traditional dance, music and songs.
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