Dishrag (Sunburst)

An advanced flourish where both joined hands are wound up tight, like wringing a dishrag, and then released so the arms burst open outward — the 'sunburst'. It pairs a compact wind with a big, sudden opening.

• Lead: Wind both hands smoothly and time the release so it opens cleanly on the accent; never force the wring.
• Follow: Keep your arms soft through the wind and let them spring open with the release rather than holding them stiff.
• Timing: Wind over 4, burst open on the hit.
• Common mistake: Wringing so tight the wrists jam, or releasing late so the sunburst misses the music.

A high-energy Moderna showpiece for a punchy musical moment. Keep the hands loose and let the contrast — tight, then open — do the work.