The Orchard of Periwinkles

The Orchard of Periwinkles is a war dance originating in The Chromite of Loyalty. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by any composition of The Kernel of Bayberries. The dancers perform in a double circle, moving to the music's tethan rhythm. The graceful dance is punctuated by sharp-edged rightward bends.

• The dance begins with the first theme of the music. The dancers perform quickly with the music. This section is punctuated by loudly percussive leaps.
• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the first theme of the music. The dancers perform slower and slower with the music. This serene section is punctuated by independent body movement and curved walks.
• The dance enters a new section with the second theme of the music. The dancers perform slowly with the music. This understated section is punctuated by spins.
• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the second theme of the music. The dancers perform slowly with the music. This section is sensual.
• The dance enters a new section with the synthesis of the music. The dancers perform quickly with the music. This section is soft.

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