Renaissance Waltz

This contra waltz can also be danced as a partner waltz.

The first six counts are the introductory steps before the actual dance.

 

Introduction Steps:

Two rows one facing 6 o'clock wall one facing 12 o'clock wall (shoulder to shoulder)

 

Begin Waltz:

Right Twinkle, Forward Half Turn

 

Right Twinkle, Forward Half Turn

 

Opposite Hands Facing Each Other (no touching opt) Right Twinkle and Left Twinkle

 

Opposite Hands Facing Each Other (no touching opt) waltz "walk" counterclockwise circling each other

 

Opposite Hands Facing Each Other (no touching opt) waltz "walk" counterclockwise

Circling each other - on count 4,5,6 square up to the 6 and 12 walls.

 

To end the dance - beginning on the 7th rotation, dance the first 12 steps,

Then for the last 6 count 1,2,3 basic forward both hands up - 4,5,6 basic back while curtseying and bowing.

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