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In Carnatic classical music, Padas are scholarly lyrical compositions typically composed in Telugu and Tamil.
• These compositions are devotional in nature and often centered around Bhakti (devotion) themes, particularly relating to Lord Vishnu or Krishna.
• They are used in Bharatanatyam for expressive (abhinaya) dance performances.
• Focus on musicality, poetic expression, and rhythm.
• Each pada generally consists of pallavi, anupallavi, and charanams (lyrical segments).
• They are set in vilambita laya (slow tempo) for expressive depth.