This is dance #4552 in The Caller's Box, a contra dance database.

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Bass Ackwards

by Tom Calwell

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FormationBase: Duple Minor - Reverse progression improper
FormationDetail: ; Wave of four (NR,WL)
Progression: Single

Figures:

A1

(4) Balance wave of four (NR,WL)

(4) Neighbor allemande right 3/4

(4) Balance long wave (NR, women face in)

(4) N2 neighbor allemande left 3/4

A2

(8) Men allemande right 1 & 1/2

(8) Partner swing

B1

(6) Circle left 3/4 [with N2]

(10) N2 neighbor swing

B2

(8) Ladies chain to partner

(8) Circle right 3/4 [with N2]; form wave of four

Calling Notes:

This could also be considered improper with a reverse progression.

Appearances: website Calwell
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Videos: 1 2 3