The elements of true royalty in music and dance of Rajasthan can be remarked which makes the presentation more interesting. The moves of the body on melodious tunes will tend you to shake automatically. The expressive dances of Rajasthan are the highlights of any major celebrations, festivals or fairs held in vital cities of Rajasthan.
Some of the forms of Rajasthan dance are
Ghoomar dance has its relation with Bhils although it is connected with Jaipur women as well who perform it on particular occasions. Bhils were stubborn and rebellious tribal race. They suddenly started creating problem in the areas under their control which was not safe for Jaipur’s merchants and populace. An attempt of Kachhwahas to tackle with this grand problem made the bhils disappeared in their secret hills. But at last were honored by Kachhwahas for their loyalty.
This wonderful dance is presented by men and the women as well. The colorful festival of Holi witnesses this ultimately vigorous dance. The outfit is the long tunic which seems like skirt. The beats on which the dance is performed are given by special sticks.
It is one of the very exciting form of Rajasthan dances and simultaneously difficult as well. The dance can be performed by highly skilled dancers only with a good command on the particular moves.
The Chari dance is a village dance, it express the elation of farmers and other villagers for finding the water after their exploration. Balancing of brass pots simultaneously while giving the moves stylishly make it more interesting.
Kachhi Ghodi - This is one of the major dances of Rajasthan which represents the actual culture of the city. The dancers inside a dummy horse perform this dance on melodious tunes.
Fire Dance -
The fire dance signifies tantric powers and staged in a huge ground of wood and charcoal. The dance is quite dreadful in which men of Jasnathi community jump on to the fire on drum beats.
Folk dance executed on folk music is highly hypnotic. So make a trip to Rajasthan to have the best time of your life.