The Bitter-Orange of Balls

The Bitter-orange of Balls is a sacred group dance originating in The Saltpeter of Rhapsodies. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by The Fir-Cone of Bees. The dancers perform in a single line. The dance is sensual.

• The dance begins with the introduction of the music. This section is punctuated by refined facial expressions, high rightward bends performed in retrograde by group members and passionate backward bends performed in succession by group members.
• The dance enters a new section with the passages of the music. The dancers perform quickly with the music. This section is joyous and sharp-edged.
• The dance enters a new section with the next passages of the music. The dancers perform very quickly to the feri rhythm. This subtle section is punctuated by expressive sway.

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