Kate's Last Reel

by Eric Conrad

Level Intermediate
Type Double progession
Formation Becket (progressing counterclockwise)
Since the progression is counterclockwise, start by having the number 1's trade (to improper formation) and circle 1/4 to the right, putting the number one couple at the top of the "men's line".

A1 (~8) Circle left 3/4
(~8) Swing your opposite on the side (end face across)
A2 (8) Women chain
(8) 1/2 promenade
B1 (8) Slant left: Right and left through
(8) Star right
B2 (4) Balance star
(12) Swing partner on the side (end face across)

History

This dance was written in February, 2000 to fulfill a request by Kate, a fellow dancer and a good personal friend.  Kate, who is still both alive and dancing, supplied the rather ominous-sounding title.  Apart from that cryptic note, let it suffice to say that it's a long story.

File prepared by Eric Conrad ( econrad@math.ohio-state.edu). Please mention my name if you call the dance. If you want to include it in a written collection, please ask.

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