Box Step Waltz
Choreographer: ilona tessmer-willis (USA) May 2016
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Song suggestions:
“All In My Heart” John Michael Montgomery (Google Play • iTunes • AmazonMP3)
“Are You Lonesome Tonight” Engelbert Humperdinck (Google Play • iTunes • AmazonMP3)
“Misery” Pink & Steven Tyler (Google Play • iTunes • AmazonMP3)
“I Forgot More Than You’ll Ever Know ” The Davis Sisters (Google Play • iTunes • AmazonMP3)
“I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry” B J Thomas (Google Play • iTunes • AmazonMP3)
“My Cherie” Al Martino (Google Play • iTunes • AmazonMP3)
“Sam” Olivia Newton John (Google Play • iTunes • AmazonMP3)
"Dancing Like Lovers” Mary MacGregor (Google Play • iTunes • AmazonMP3)
S1: R BACK BASIC BOX STEP
1-3R Step Back, L Step to Left Side, R Step next to L (weight on right)
4-6L Step Forward, R Step to Right Side, L Step next to R (weight on left)
S2: R FORWARD BASIC BOX STEP
7-9R Step Forward, L Step to Left Side, R Step next to L (weight on right)
10-12L Step Back, R Step to Right Side, L Step next to R (weight on left)
S3: R & L BALANCE STEP (Option to Turn: counts 13, 14, 15-- R Full Turn (R L R)
13-15R Step to Right Side, L Step beside R, R Step next to L (weight on right)
16-18L Step to Left Side, R Step beside L, L Step next to R, (weight on left)
S4: 1/4 RIGHT TURN: R BALANCE STEP, L BALANCE STEP (Option to Turn: counts 19 20 21----R 1/4 Turn (R L R)
19-21Turn 1/4 Right: R Step to Right Side, L Step next to R, (balance on right)
22-24L Step to Left side, R Step beside L, L Step next to R (weight on left)
S5: R FORWARD BOX STEP
25-27R Step Forward, L Step to Left side, R Step next to L (weight on right)
28-30L Step Back, R Step to Right Side, L Step next to R (weight on left)
S6: CROSS ROCK L, CROSS ROCK R (OPTION: OMIT CROSS ROCKS, REPEAT S5 COUNTS 31-36)
31-33Rock R over L, Recover L, R Step to Right Side
34-36Rock L over R, Recover, R, L Step to Left Side
Fun fact: The term Slow Waltz, English Waltz, American Smooth or simply Waltz is used to differentiate from the Viennese Waltz, which is danced using only turns & “change steps” (switch directions) at a faster speed with different footwork. In those countries that dance the Viennese Waltz, the slower waltz is referred to as the English Waltz. When waltz is danced at a wedding in non-Viennese Waltz countries, it is often danced very slow, more romantic than ballroom. Source: a dance instructor
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Last Update - 26th Sept. 2017
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ilona tessmer-willis (USA) May 2016
Ilona Tessmer-Willis (USA) has made an indelible mark in our archive with two captivating dances that showcase her dynamic style and artistic vision. Since May 2016, her work has inspired audiences and fellow artists alike, leaving them eager for more of her vibrant contributions to the dance community.Can't find the right video?
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