The Carmine Poetry

The Carmine Poetry is a war dance originating in The Wild Seasons. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by The Lavender Songs. The dancers perform in a double circle. The sinuous vivacious dance is punctuated by strong raised arms and expressive curved walks.

• The dance begins with the first theme of the music. The dancers perform very quickly with the music. This joyous section is punctuated by sensual runs and grotesque footwork.
• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the first theme of the music. The dancers perform slower and slower with the music. This section is strong.
• The dance enters a new section with the second theme of the music. The dancers perform very quickly with the music. This section is punctuated by low body level.
• The dance enters a new section with the exposition of the second theme of the music. The dancers perform faster and faster with the music. This section is punctuated by sprightly body level changes.
• The dance enters a new section with the synthesis of the music. The dancers perform slowly with the music. This powerful twisting section is punctuated by energetic footwork.
• The dance enters a new section with the finale of the music. The dancers perform slower and slower with the music. This aggressive spirited section is punctuated by expressive independent body movement and softly percussive leaps.

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