This is dance #180 in The Caller's Box, a contra dance database.

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Chance Encounters

by Gene Hubert

Permission: full

FormationBase: Duple Minor - Becket
Progression: Random

Figures:

A1

(8) In long lines, go forward and back

(8) Women swing // Men swing (dancers' choice)

A2

(4) Neighbor balance

(12) Neighbor swing

B1

(8) Right and left through with neighbor

(8) Ladies chain to partner

B2

(8) Entire set oval left

(8) Partner swing

Calling Notes:

When men swing, becket-L; when women swing becket-R.

Meant to be a random progression, though you keep your partner.
Appearances: website Hubert