Five of Count van Wassenaer's Concerti Armonici in varied tempi accompany the dancers. Two principal couples thread through the 18 member corps, weaving a horizontal and diagonal stage embroidery. A male trio and the first principal couple perform fast-paced variations. In contrast, the second pas de deux is slow, tender and passionate, highlighted by exquisite lifts.
Partners repeat or reverse each other's steps in both adagios.
An ebullient finale concludes this beautifully structured ballet. His work, Concerti Armonica, was published anonymously. 2002 Winter Repertory Repertory Index Click here for a printable version.