The World of Courtesans c9.46

c9.46

Music and dancing formed an integral part of the *goshthi* culture. Accomplishment in dancing and music was an essential qualification for any courtesan. Frequently competitions were held to judge the merit of the dancers. Music was regarded as a heavenly gift It is said that owing to the practice of magic taught by a Vidyadhara two *chetis*—Babbari and a Kirati—learnt music and dance. Their voices became melodious. Such was their absorption in dance that they were indifferent to worldly things.