The Spathe of Peanuts
The Spathe of Peanuts is a solo performance dance originating in The Practical Atrocity. The rules of the form are applied by choreographers to produce individual dances which can be performed. The dance is accompanied by any composition of The Tulip of Rhythm. The dance is expressive, spirited and flamboyant.
- The dance begins with the passages of the music. The dancer performs along an intricate path, moving very slowly to the exusp rhythm. There is a basic movement called the tasnugmutkud. There is a series of seven steps in a square pattern. This section is vivacious.
- The dance enters a new section with the next passages of the music. The dancer performs along a clockwise circle, moving quickly to the alazgo rhythm. This section is punctuated by low body level.
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