The Lilac Bambara-Groundnut

The Lilac Bambara-groundnut is a solo performance dance originating in The Temptation of Slobs. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by The Melodic Olive. The jerking spirited dance is punctuated by raised arms and low rightward bends.

• The dance begins with the passages of the music. The dancer performs along an improvised path, moving slower and slower with the music. This section is punctuated by runs, straight walks and aggressive footwork.
• The dance enters a new section with the next passage of the music. The dancer performs slower and slower with the music. This section is punctuated by left leg lifts.

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