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MINUETS
A formal flower parterre
This French dance was contemporary to Bach's time. Its
formality and grace are reflected in the symmetry and
geometry of this movement's design. Hand-crafted with
ornamental steel, a circular pavilion is designed to shelter
small musical ensembles or dance groups.
GIGUE
Giant grass steps that dance you down to the outside
world
The gigue, or "jog", is an English dance, whose jaunty,
rollicking music is interpreted here as a series of giant
grass steps that offer views onto the harbour. The steps
form a curved amphitheatre with a focus on a stone stage
set under a weeping willow tree; a place for informal
performances. Shrubs and perennials act as large,
enclosing arms, framing views out onto the harbour.
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