The Graniferous Pineapple

The Graniferous Pineapple is a war dance originating in The Inclusion of Bans. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by The Stamen of Fonio-Grains. The dancers perform in a double circle, moving slower and slower with the music. The dance is intense.

• The dance begins with the verse of the music. The dancers perform turning clockwise. This section is punctuated by lively clockwise quarter turns.
• The dance enters a new section with the chorus of the music. The dancers perform turning clockwise. This section is punctuated by low arm carriage.
• The dance enters a new section with the bridge-passage of the music. The dancers perform turning clockwise. This energetic proud section is punctuated by high arm carriage and fluid independent body movement.
• The dance enters a new section with the next verse of the music. This section is punctuated by large moves.
• The dance enters a new section with the next chorus of the music. The dancers perform turning counterclockwise. This section is punctuated by raised left arms and grotesque sway.

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