Hi Mavis and others,
Tomorrow we are having another contra dance
here in Christchurch. I'm thinking of trying out
contra corners. I'll do a triplet as suggested
(probably Corner Triplet by Linda Leslie), and if
it goes well may try Chorus Jig in the second half.
I'm encouraged by your comments. Your
teaching suggestions about being aware of the
role the corners play (i.e. being ready with Left
hands up, etc) are helpful.
Do you have any pointers about helping the
dancers handle the end effects?
For example the actives the last time before
coming off, will have some 'ghosts' as corners.
Neutrals at the bottom, need to swap sides early,
as they will partake in contra corners.
Note: I was planning on using a "modernized"
improper version of Chorus Jig, since people here
are just getting the hang of improper minor sets.
(A Actives down the outside and back, B1: Actives
down center, turn as couple, came back and cast
down 1 place, C Contra Corners, B2: Active balance
and swing (finish facing down))
Thanks.
Cheers, Bill
