The Bambara-Groundnut of Cashews

The Bambara-groundnut of Cashews is a sacred group dance originating in The Harp-Seal of Shying. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by any composition of The Lilac Plum. The dancers perform in several lines. This dance is a refined artform, with two special positions to be mastered. The dance is punctuated by low body level mirrored by group members.

• The dance enters a new section with the coda of the music. The dancers perform faster and faster with the music. This section is serene and weightless.
• The pathethi is one of the fundamental dance positions. There should be a sprightly leftward bend with a low body level.
• The unanesaramo is one of the fundamental dance positions. There should be an understated facial expression.

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