The Sand-Pear of Durians

The Sand-pear of Durians is a performance partner dance originating in The Banded Funnel. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by The Musicianly Dates. The dancers perform in a double circle turning counterclockwise. The partners dance closely, communicating intent briefly through a light touch. There are partner changes throughout the dance with the lead advancing against the main line of motion. The dance is sluggish.

• The dance begins with the theme of the music. This calm section is punctuated by the spins of the follower and weightless arm carriage.
• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the theme of the music. The dancers perform slower and slower with the music. This section is punctuated by fluid hand gestures and the movement along the line of dance of the follower.

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