Abhivyakti has played a great role in bringing up the uniqueness of this dance form by creating innovation, creativity and the happy moments. People anxiously wait for this annual event and indulge themselves enthusiastically in the preparation for the same. Be it the costumes, or jewellery or the dance rehearsal , every single detailing is considered by the people passionate for this dance form.
Garba, a festival of music and dance is enjoyed by all communities, all age groups and in all cities all over the world. No one cares about the status level, either rich & poor. All you need is the determination and devotion towards Goddess Durga. The only thing constant here in this world is the Goddess, an unmoving symbol in the midst of unending and infinite movement. This is the only cycle followed throughout the world. Nobody in this world has changed it, nor no one from this world has escaped from the cycle. The rich and the poor follow the same, there is no caste, no discrimination, no religion, no nationality, for this cycle of life.
Garba is a joyful type of Indian dance that has a very deep historic beginning. The Garba songs are usually in regards to this idol, and thus, people are paying their respects with prayers and devotion to this Holiness. It is believed that while you're dancing, Dev / Devis are present as they are enjoying the music, prayers and pure Bhaavs everyone is sending their way. Through Garba, we are asking for strength to become like these Goddess and you surrender everything you have to the Lord.
99% of people come to dance for other reasons than dancing: To get healthier, enhance their social life or meet new people and friends, to find maybe a life partner, enhance their fitness level or loose weight. If you want to escape into joy or de-stress, then dancing is a perfect way to lift vibration and chase away the blues! Dandiya Raas/Garba is an energetic and playful dance form providing opportunity for acting and exchanging messages through eye contact. We can connect to our spirit and the Spirit that connects us all. Garba gives you a platform to release fear, shyness, judgments and we are just in the moment-mind, body, emotions and soul are all One.
