Chapter 16 of Class 4 Arts Bansuri (Dance), Creating My Dance, builds structured dance technique — introducing the balanced Sama stance, heel-toe-cross footwork combinations, 3-level circular floor patterns, DIY decorated paper-tube dandiya props, and vigorous vs gentle movements.
What Class 4 Art Chapter 16 Covers
Sama Stance, Rhythmic Footsteps & Circular Movements (Activities 16.1 & 16.2) starts from Sama (standing balanced with feet together), practises 1-2 count Right/Left foot combinations (Stomp, Heel front, Heel side, Toe front, Cross toe), and moves in 3-level circular formations.
Dance with Paper-Tube Props & Elements of Movement (Activities 16.3 to 16.5) rolls and decorates sturdy paper tubes to use like kolattam / dandiya sticks in partner rhythms, and contrasts vigorous (forceful, energetic) movements with gentle (soft, graceful) movements.
Exercises in Chapter 16
- Hands-on classroom art, theatre, music, and dance activities (Activities & rubrics).
- Cross-art connections with the opening Panchatantra story The Hare and the Lion.
Read Class 4 Art Chapter 16 Online
More Chapters
- Previous: Chapter 15: My Dance Tells Stories
- Next: Chapter 17: Emotion and Expression in Dance
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FAQ
What is ‘Sama’ in Indian dance (Chapter 16)?
‘Sama’ is the foundational neutral standing posture in Indian dance where the dancer stands upright in complete balance with both feet placed neatly together.
What is the difference between ‘vigorous’ and ‘gentle’ movements in Activity 16.4?
Vigorous movements are strong, forceful, and energetic (like a lion’s leap or thunderstorm), whereas gentle movements are soft, delicate, and flowing (like a blooming flower or gentle breeze).