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(R4x40) 2s & 4s on opposite sides
John Brenchley RSCDS Book 46
1- 8
All dance reels of 4 on sides but middle couples do not pass LSh
& end turning about to face corners. 1 3(2)(4)
9-16
1s+3s also 2s+4s dance R&L starting RH on sides
17-24
3s+2s dance poussette
25-32
2s & 3s dance ½ Figs of 8 round end couples, all turn partners RH
& end in middle 1s+2s facing up 3s+4s down. 1 2(3)(4)
33-40
All dance interlocking Allemandes:-
1s & 2s dance normal Allemande but end in 3
rd
/1
st
places while 3s+4s
Allemande (down) & up to 4
th
/2
nd
places to end 2(4)1(3)
Devised by John Brenchley, Western Australia, for Barbara Boyd on the occasion of a significant birthday. The
title of the dance refers to Barbara’s preference for teaching RSCDS dances and traditional formations.
The recommended tune is “MacPhail’s Magic” by Colin Dewar.