The dance, which is created for the adoration of the gods, should be performed with vigorous and energetic gestures, according to the guidance of Lord Mahesvara's (Shiva's) gestures.
The song associated with the romantic sentiment, based on the relationship between a woman and a man, should be performed with graceful gestures created by the goddess, with delicate and charming movements.
I shall now explain the rules regarding the playing of drums in the four-footed Narkuṭaka, Khañjaka, and Parigītaka, in relation to the instrumental music (Bhāṇḍavādya).
The four-footed drum, which is a combination of Khañja and Narkuṭa, should be played with a stroke at the end of each foot, and the Bhāṇḍa (drum playing) should be performed at the Sannipāta (conjunction) of the beats.
The Dhruvā meter, which consists of equal feet and syllables, should be accompanied by a stroke at the end of each foot, and at the conclusion of its feet, the drummer should use the Grāha (the stroke or gesture) to mark the final position.