Jathi

• Jathi is a sequence of rhythmic syllables in a structured pattern recited by a Nattuvanar.

•  It forms the backbone of the pure dance (nritta) segments, guiding the dancer’s footwork concluding with a sequence called a theermanam

  • Example: "Tha Jam Thari Thaka Tha;

    Thaka Jam Thari Thaka Thai

    Tha Jam Thari Thaka Jam Thari

    Tha, Dhi, KTKTKTRKTtom"

    in Rupaka Chapu Talam