The Peduncular Apricot

The Peduncular Apricot is a war dance originating in The Focal Systems. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by The Einkorn-Grain of Sand-Pears. The dancers perform in several lines. The dance is punctuated by strong raised arms.

• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the theme of the music. The dancers perform quickly with the music. This serene section is punctuated by independent body movement, softly percussive footwork and high body level.
• The dance enters a new section with the bridge-passage of the music. The dancers perform slower and slower with the music. This fluid understated section is punctuated by leaps and leftward bends.
• The dance enters a new section with the recapitulation of the theme of the music. The dancers perform quickly with the music. This section is punctuated by fluid leg lifts, spins and curved walks, with partially realized moves.
• The dance enters a new section with the coda of the music. The dancers perform quickly with the music. This proud section is punctuated by independent body movement.

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