Dear readers,
Yesterday at Houston Durga Bari I participated in a dhunichi dance competetion and won a trophy.
Winning was not at all important but the feeling of performing infront of Jagadambey Maa Durga was very fulfilling experience.
I humbly present the video recording for your viewing.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=9TT40bEBXow
Shubho Navami to all!
Dhunuchi nach-some facts:
Dhunuchi Naach - the dance with effervescent smokeIndia is known for her diverse traditions and this diverse tradition is the origin of the folk art. Folk Dances are based on religious and festive occasions. They reflect the basics of life. Folk dances are aimed at providing entertainment and which involves group participation. The dances are very rhythmic and the lyrics and music have the typical overtone of the specific locality or festival.'Dhunuchi nritya' or ‘the dance with effervescent smoke' is a traditional dance form from Bengal,which is performed in front of the idol to the sound of dhak, the traditional drums.In the evenings, an elaborate aaarti is performed. After the aaarti, young men perform Dhunuchi Naach (Dhunuchi Dance) before the Goddess Durga.
In Houston Durga bari due to unavailability of Dhunuchi, dhoop sticks were used to subsitute dhunichi in the dance.
Jay Durga!
Souvik
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