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Dhaneswar Swain: A Maestro of Odissi Mardal

October 10, 2020October 12, 2020 The Dance India Abhilash Swain, Badyashree, Barsha Banani, Bhagabata Tungi, Bhubaneswar, Dhaneswar Swain, Mahavidyalaya, Manisha Swain, Mardal, Odia culture, Ranjana Gaurh, Sangeet Natak Akademi, Saudamani Swain, Sonal Mansingh, Utkal Sangeet Mahavidyalaya

Text and Pics: Paul Nicodemus Mardal, the traditional percussion of Odisha because of its incredible tonal character, is considered the