Music and dance
have been used in India for thousands of years as a form of worship for their many gods and to
tell stories and pass down cultural identity. Recently, with the popularity of Bollywood, it has
also become a commercial venture. Each region has its own distinct variations, but there are
some common themes that unite all traditional Indian music and dance.
All
traditional dance is based on the nine emotions of anger, disgust, sorrow, fear, courage,
compassion, happiness, serenity, and wonder. The body is used as an instrument to express these
feelings and to tell stories that are passed down through generations. Indian music is based on
these nine emotions as well and is also used for worship, to pass down stories, and for
celebration.
Since India is comprised of many different religions and
regions, there is tremendous diversity in the expression of dance and
music.
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