FIRST NIGHT

Choreographer: Sherry Palencia

Step Sheet

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Position:Start in open cape position. Lady's steps are mirrored steps starting with the right foot

MAN'S FOOTWORK
WALK, WALK, SHUFFLE FORWARD, ROCK ¼ TURN, SHUFFLE SIDE

1-2-3&4Walk forward left, right, shuffle forward left, right, left

5-6-7&8Rock right forward, turn ¼ right, shuffle right, left, right

Maintain hand hold

WEAVE, SWAY

1-2-3-4Cross left over right, step right to side, cross left behind right, step right to side

5-6-7-8Sway left, right, left, right

Step back count 8 as you turn to face LOD

Hands: man's right hand passes over lady's head (hairbrush) on count 6, man's left hand passes over lady's head on count 7, man's left hand passes over lady's head on count 8 as they face LOD in Cape Position

SHUFFLE, ROCK, COASTER, KICK BALL CHANGE

1&2-3-4Shuffle left, rock right forward

5&6-7&8Right coaster, kick ball change

WALK, WALK, SHUFFLE FORWARD, STEP, STEP, SHUFFLE IN PLACE

1-2-3&4Walk left, walk right, shuffle forward left, right, left

5-6-7&8Step right, step left, shuffle in place right, left, right

Hands: on counts 5-6-7&8 man raises left arm and passes the lady ("around the world") to end up on his left. (keep both arms raised)!

WALK, WALK, SHUFFLE FORWARD, ROCK, SHUFFLE IN PLACE

1-2-3&4Walk left, walk right, shuffle left, right left

Small steps forward to bring the lady in front. Do not turn the lady, just bring her in front of you

5-6-7&8Rock right foot forward, shuffle back right, left, right

Drop left hands and bring lady to side position (cape) with right hand

ROCK, ROCK, ROCK, KICK BALL CHANGE

1-2-3-4Left rock back, step right in place, left rock forward, step right in place

5-6-7&8Left rock back, step right in place, left kick ball change

REPEAT
Dedicated to Mike and Ava Dvoretz for all their encouragement and support.

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About the Choreographer

Sherry Palencia

Sherry Palencia is an accomplished dancer and choreographer with an impressive repertoire of seven vibrant dances showcased in our archive. Her innovative styles and infectious energy continue to inspire audiences and fellow artists alike!

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