Farandoles

/ˈfærənˌdoʊlz/ noun

Definition

Plural of farandole; multiple instances or variations of the lively Provençal line dance or the musical compositions written for this dance.

Etymology

Regular English plural of 'farandole,' formed by adding 's' to the singular noun. Reflects how popular the dance and its musical accompaniment became across Europe.

Kelly Says

Composers from Bizet to Gounod wrote multiple farandoles, and each version captured different regional styles and tempos, showing how this single dance adapted and evolved as it spread across the continent!

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