The Chestnut of Catkins

The Chestnut of Catkins is a war dance originating in The Saltpeter of Rhapsodies. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by The Rose of Durians. The dancers perform loosely mingled, moving quickly to the music's mila rhythm. The passionate undulating dance is punctuated by proud body level changes and runs, with large moves.

• The dance begins with the introduction of the music. This expressive section is punctuated by spins and joyous leaps.
• The dance enters a new section with the first theme of the music. This section is punctuated by spins.
• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the first theme of the music. This section is punctuated by vigorous leaps.
• The dance enters a new section with the bridge-passage of the music. This section is punctuated by fluid spins and sensual counterclockwise half turns.
• The dance enters a new section with the second theme of the music. This section is punctuated by high body level and low leaps.
• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the second theme of the music. This debauched section is punctuated by counterclockwise half turns and sinuous independent body movement.
• The dance enters a new section with the synthesis of the music. This section is strong and intense.

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