The Fir-Cone of Picking

The Fir-cone of Picking is a war dance originating in The Sightless Procedure. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by any composition of The Wholegrain Band. The dancers perform in a circle. The dance is understated, undulating and soft.

• The dance begins with the first theme of the music. This calm section is punctuated by independent body movement.
• The dance enters a new section with the bridge-passage of the music. The dancers perform slowly with the music. This section is punctuated by high arm carriage.
• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the second theme of the music. The dancers perform slowly with the music. This delicate section is punctuated by expressive arm carriage.
• The dance enters a new section with the synthesis of the music. The dancers perform slower and slower with the music. This section is punctuated by relaxed sway and fluid body level changes.

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