Ardah

Performers form two long facing rows, each holding a prop sword upright.

A poet or lead singer chants a verse that the rows repeat back in unison.

Rows step forward and sway together in time with the drumbeat, swords raised.

A soloist or pair may step between the rows to perform a short flourish before returning to place.

The performance builds in speed and volume before ending on a final unified shout and sword raise.