This dance can be danced to any piece of music. Nonesuch is used
quite often, but it is used several other places during a Faire day, so any
other dance tune with a 4/4 or 6/8 beat can be used, like Mairi's Wedding
(playing)
The weave is a simple maypole dance for at least two couples, although
more creates a better effect. The dance starts with couples facing each
other. The dance begins with partners passing by the right
shoulders. The next person is passed by left shoulders. The
alternating continues right and left until the dancers are sick of it.
Then everyone has to turn around. This is the "unwind" portion
of the dance. Each person passes the person they are facing in a way that
will uncross the ribbons. This continues until all the ribbons are
untangled. Easy, huh?
