Jamaica Farewell

Choreographer: Ira Weisburd (March 2016)

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Introduction: 16 count instrumental; Start on vocal at approx. 11 sec.

NO TAGS !! NO RESTARTS !! ENDS PERFECTLY ON FRONT WALL.

PART I. (BACK, RECOVER, SIDE SHUFFLE; BACK, SIDE, CROSS, HITCH R)
1-2Step R back, Recover forward onto L

3&4Step R to R, Step-close L beside R, Step R to R

5-6Step L behind R, Step R to R

7-8Step L across R, Lift R with bent knee (close to L calf in a figure 4)

PART II. (WEAVE 4 STEPS TO L; CROSS, RECOVER, SIDE, RECOVER)
1-2Step R across L, Step L to L

3-4Step R behind L, Step L to L

5-6Step R across L, Recover back onto L

7-8Step R to R, Step L to L

PART III. (CROSS, RECOVER, SHUFFLE 1/4 TURN R; PIVOT 1/2 TURN R, SHUFFLE 1/4 TURN R)
1-2Step R across L, Recover back onto L

3&4Step R to R, Step-close L beside R, Step R to R making 1/4 Turn R (3:00)

5-6Step L forward, Pivot 1/2 Turn R onto R (9:00)

7&8Step L forward making 1/4 Turn R (12:00), Step-close R beside L, Step L to L

PART IV. (BACK, RECOVER, SIDE SHUFFLE; BACK, RECOVER, 1/4 TURN R, SPLAY ARMS TO SIDES)
1-2Step R back, Recover forward onto L

3&4Step R to R, Step-close L beside R, Step R to R

5-6Step L back, Recover forward onto R

7-8Stomp L forward making 1/4 Turn R (3:00), Splay both arms out to sides

BEGIN DANCE.

Contact: dancewithira@comcast.net

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About the Choreographer

Ira Weisburd (March 2016)

Ira Weisburd is an innovative choreographer and dancer whose vibrant artistry has left a lasting impact on the dance community, with two dynamic pieces featured in our archive. His passion for movement and creativity inspires audiences and fellow artists alike, celebrating the joy of dance.

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