The Bambara-Groundnut of Monkey-Pots

The Bambara-groundnut of Monkey-pots is a participation dance originating in The Confederacy of Dowels. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by any composition of The Periwinkle of Winter-Melons. The dancers perform in several lines, moving to the music's imesathi rhythm. The passive dance is punctuated by understated curved walks and calm independent body movement.

• The dance begins with the introduction of the music. The dancers perform quickly with the music. This section is fluid.
• The dance enters a new section with the passages of the music. The dancers perform slower and slower with the music. This section is punctuated by raised left arms, calm runs and soft footwork.

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