The Bambara-Groundnut of Sprigs

The Bambara-groundnut of Sprigs is a war dance originating in The Heterosexual Patricide. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by any composition of The Rosy Broad-Bean. The dancers perform in a circle, moving slowly to the music's nexo rhythm. The dance is strong.

• The dance begins with the introduction of the music. This section is sluggish and fluid.
• The dance enters a new section with the theme of the music. This section is vivacious.
• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the theme of the music. This section is debauched.
• The dance enters a new section with the recapitulation of the theme of the music. This sensual straight-lined section is punctuated by counterclockwise eighth turns, high spins and body level changes.
• The dance enters a new section with the coda of the music. This section is punctuated by proud leaps and sinuous independent body movement.

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