This is dance #167 in The Caller's Box, a contra dance database.

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The Shy Gazelle

by Rick Mohr

Permission: full

FormationBase: Duple Minor - Reverse progression improper
Progression: Single

Figures:

A1

(8) Neighbor gypsy right

(8) Neighbor swing

A2

(8) In long lines, go forward and back

(4) Hey 1/4 (WR;PL)

(4) Men allemande right 1

B1

(4) Partner star promenade 1/2 (MR)

(12) Partner swing

B2

(6) Circle left 3/4

(2) Pass through along (NR)

(4) Women allemande left 3/4

(4) Hey 1/4 (PR;ML)

Calling Notes:

This could also be considered improper with a reverse progression.

Partner swing suggested to use hoop hold, "where both partners make a big hoop with their arms, supporting each other equally" -- as in Hambo.
Appearances: website Mohr
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