RAIBENSE:
"Raibense" is one of the heroic war dance
of West Bengal in India. The word "Raibens"
is derived from the word "raibanshe" or royal
bamboo. In this dance, the vigorous and manly movements
of the body, together with the stirring notes of the
drum, generates courage and daring in the feeblest of
hearts. The entire dance is permeated by a spirit of
irresistible joy.
DHALI : Dhali Dance is another heroic
folk dance of West Bengal. It originated and developed
during the reign of Raja Pratapaditya. After winning
the battle the fatigued and exhausted soldiers started
dancing with swords in contenment in order to inspire
themselves for the next war.
RANPA : The predominating characteristics
or me Kanp; dance are its inherent heroic and epic qualities,
and particularly the balance of the body on bamboo sticks.
From the earlier times, the use of the Ranpa was as
a means of travel. In this dance, the dancers balance
themselves on long Bamboo sticks and dance with the
notes of drums This dance is extensively practised in
the Burdwan and Midnapore districts of West Bengal in
India.
PATA NACH : Pata Nach literary meant
'to make friends'. The dancers dance to the rhythm with
their hands clapped together with their made-friends.
It is performed mainly in the chain or row formation
in a circular or semi-circular motion. It is performed
of the 'Karam' utsav. In the eastern area of Midnapore
district it is one of the favourite among mens. And
now, womens are also participating in Pata Nach in many
areas.
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