This is dance #431 in The Caller's Box, a contra dance database.

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The Tempeh

by Tom Hinds

Permission: full

FormationBase: Four Facing Four
FormationDetail: Improper
Progression: Single. Swap sides

Figures:

A1

(8) In lines of four, go forward and back

(8) Do-si-do opposite neighbor; form closed position with partner

A2

(4) With partner, sashay up or down the set (men pass back-to-back)

(4) With partner, sashay down or up the set (women pass back-to-back)

(4) With partner, sashay up or down the set (men pass back-to-back)

(4) With partner, sashay down or up the set (women pass back-to-back)

B1

(8) [All eight] Circle left 1/2

(8) Men star left 1

B2

(4) Partner balance

(12) Partner swing; face N2

Calling Notes:

First sashay in A2 is in direction of progression. Second is returning to place.
Appearances: Dance All Day Too!, p 41