| "Смоленский гусачок" | |
|---|---|
| Song | |
| Language | Russian |
| English title | "The Smolyanin Gosling" |
| Written | 18th Century |
| Genre | Folk |
| Songwriter(s) | Traditional |
Smolensky gusaczok is an archaic[1][2] Russian folk dance, khorovod.[3][4] The largest number of versions were recorded in most of the Smolensk Governorate,[5] as well as in parts of the Mogilev Governorate[6] (in the Gomelsky and Brestsky uezds[7]).
Participants imitate the gait, flight and habits of geese following the leader: a leisurely step, from side to side, winding lines, spirals in the drawing.[8][9][10] The leaders depict a gander and a goose, competing in a dance. Most often accompanied by chastushkas.[11][12]