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Dance and music are essential parts of any culture. They form one of the basic supporting pillars of the culture. During the olden days, music and dance were considered as the articulation of human emotions.
The music and dance of the olden times has changed a lot to become what it is now. The present Chennai dance and music is based on the traditional music and has a broad range of admirers all over the world.
The performing arts at Chennai are also appreciated by the people as they are classical and Chennai has good audience for classical music, dance and also for performing arts.
The classical dances of south India are eminent all over the world. The classical dance of south India, Bharadanatyam has been performed down the centuries. The Tamil Kings of the Chera, Chola, Pandiya dynasties had official dance performers and classical singers in their courts and were patrons of classical arts. |
