Bhubaneswar, March 29: Odissi maestro Gajendra Panda's disciple danseuse Diptimayee Sahu has performed a brilliant solo, showcasing the choreographic creations of the Guru Debaprasad Das gharana.

The recital titled Ekaika witnessed the danseuse showcasing Odissi moves that skilfully amalgamated the three streams of dances of Odisha - tribal, folk and classical - typical to the Debaprasad style at Rabindra Mandap in the city on Saturday.

The evening began with an invocatory dance Mangalacharana that was dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Narasimha. Set on ragas Mangala Gujari and Lalita and based on ektaal, the composition, involving the Sabda Swara Pata, invoked a spiritual feel.

A dance form called Sthai, which was woven around the abstract musical syllables, followed the invocatory piece.

The bhangis (poses), portrayed in the recital, represented the sculptural poses found in the temple architecture.

With subtle moves and deep expressions, the danseuse rendered a fine balance between grace and energy.

Diptimayee went on to perform the rhythmic Sabhinaya Pallavi that showcased ancient sculptures in a moving form.

The composition had a joyful approach and was accompanied by an abhinaya titled Chhadidere kanha.

The compositions were accompanied by melodious tunes put to symphony by musicians such as Gopal Chandra Panda and Lakshmikant Palit. A number of musical instruments such as the mardala, flute, sitar, manjira and violin accompanied the recital.

'The dancing style of Guru Debaprasad Das was extremely unique. My teacher Gajendra Panda has been highly successful in propagating his gharana and my aim in life would be to carry forward the legacy,' said Diptimayee.

'Her bodylines were quite elegant and her movements well poised. There was a nice blend of maturity and playfulness in her recitals. I liked a lot,' said Mira Samantray, a schoolteacher.

The same recital was staged in Berhampur today.