War Branle

The War branle is found in Orchesography by Thoinot Arbeau. It is one of the mixed branles.

Steps Used

• Double left (DL)
• Double right (DR)
• Single left (SL)
• Single right (SR)
• Grève gauche or large kick forward with the left leg (KL)
• Grève droite or large kick forward with the right leg (KR)
• Close feet (Close)
• Saut majeur with Capriole (Cap)

Choreography

As with most 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.

The two strains of the music alternate until such time as the musicians decide to stop.

1st Strain

DL DR DL DR (Repeat)

2nd Strain

The steps to this strain are done at double speed.

DL DR
SL SR
DL
SR SL
DR
SL
KL KR KL Close Cap