Gay Branle

The branle Gay is found in Orchesography by Thoinot Arbeau. It is one of the quatre branles.

Steps Used

• Pied en l'air gauche or Kick Left (KL)
• Pied en l'air droit or Kick Right (KR)

These steps are like a double left and a double right except that instead ending up with feet together, one foot is put in the air.

Choreography

As with all branles, this dance is performed in a line of people holding hands or, if enough people are present, a circle. It is not necessary for the dancers to be paired into partners.

This is the fourth easiest dance in the world. It requires a little balance and absolutely no brain power

Verse

KR KL KR KL
Repeat