The Fortuitous Wonder

The Fortuitous Wonder is a sacred solo dance originating in The Dungeon of Verses. The form guides dancers during improvised performances. The dance is accompanied by The Queen of Lace. The dancer performs slower and slower with the music. This dance is a refined artform, with six specific moves to be mastered. The sensual dance is punctuated by lively leg lifts and vivacious footwork.

• The dance begins with the passages of the music. The dancer performs to the zak rhythm. This energetic section is punctuated by spirited spins.
• The dance enters a new section with the next passage of the music. The dancer performs to the ustrok rhythm. This section is undulating.
• The strog is one of the fundamental dance moves. There is a fluid leap with a sharp-edged hand gesture.
• The osmze is one of the fundamental dance moves. There is vigorous footwork with a delicate arm carriage and a passionate facial expression.
• The ulu is one of the fundamental dance moves. There is a leg lift with independent body movement and a vigorous counterclockwise eighth turn.
• The smug is one of the fundamental dance moves. There is a joyous curved walk with lively independent body movement and a joyous backward bend.
• The tobog is one of the fundamental dance moves. There is a right kick with independent body movement, a high body level and a counterclockwise eighth half turn.
• The stran is one of the fundamental dance moves. There is a subtle run with joyous independent body movement, a jerking sway and a low body level.

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