What If We Waltz        ENTRY IN THE CHOREO COMPETITION AT MAYWORTH 2012

                                      48 counts, 2 walls, Beginner Level Waltz, Song by Vince Gill

                                      This is one of my favourite songs by Vince Gill – hope you like it too.

                                      The dance is easy of course, but it does feel nice to do.

                                      My beginners love it!

                                      Youtube:  http://youtu.be/CS6Vb8qowII

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

What's Mine Is Yours!  ENTRY IN THE CHOREO COMPETITION AT MAYWORTH 2012

                                      32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, song by Keith Sykes

                                      This is a really nice song, in the Spanish language….

                                       I personally, love the feel of the dance too  -  hope you do too.

                                       Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rODtKb8zNoY

                                       NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

 

Big Red Sun                  ENTRY IN CHOREO COMPETITION AT MAYWORTH 2012

3RD PLACE

AT MAYWORTH                   32 counts, 2 walls, Beginner Level, Song by Johnny Rodriquez

                                      This dance may appear to be too hard for a beginner, but it is

                                      tried and tested with my own beginners and they manage it well.

                                      I hope you find it be so….. enjoy!

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7o8bXKK9-O0

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

 

Manado Waltz              ENTRY IN CHOREO COMPETITION AT MAYWORTH 2012

                                       Thanks to Ronnie Wee from Singapore for the lovely song and thanks also

                                      to Gloria Mortimer from Singapore for her interpretation of the song name.

                                      48 counts, 4 walls, Intermediate Level, song by Tantowi Yahya

                                      The waltz is slow, which makes it much harder to do because you can’t

                                      fudge any of the steps and you balance and timing is much more critical.

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3lr0hBlQ8g

ONE RESTART

 

 

My Lady Blue               ENTRY IN CHOREO COMPETITION AT MAYWORTH 2012

3RD PLACE

AT MAYWORTH        64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, song by Bourke

This is not an easy dance by any means, but it sure feels good to do.

It keeps you moving along and the song is one of my favourites

from the past…. Bourke does a great job of it too.

Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhtIvlla4Gg

2 TAGS

 

 

Importance                   ENTRY IN CHOREO COMPETITION AT MAYWORTH 2012

THATS IMPORTANT TO YOU, THATS IMPORTANT TO ME”

1ST PLACE

AT MAYWORTH        My thoughts exactly…. What’s important to YOU, is definitely

                                      important to ME!  This is a great song!

32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Joey and Rory

                                      Written by request for Muriel from Denmark. Thanks for the song Muriel!

                                      The steps are easy, but for some reason, this dance keeps you moving along…

probably because it is 4 walls! We like it, hope it’s ok for you too!

                                      Youtube video:  http://youtu.be/Kjp7vl9lwtg

                                      ONE RESTART

 

 

Halfway House              ENTRY IN CHOREO COMPETITION AT MAYWORTH 2012

48 counts, 2 walls, Beginner Level, Song by Arty Hill

                                      Song sent by Rosco from New Zealand…. Thanks for that Rosco.

                                      I taught this dance to my beginners who had just 3 lessons and they managed it ok

                                      youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tK6TuoGA_gk

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

 

Waltz Of The Wind      STILL OUR FAVOURITE INTERMEDIATE LEVEL WALTZ

                                      Revised by request and a continuing love for this golden oldie

                                      which is written to the lovely song Mexican Wind by Jann Brown

                                      Youtube video:  http://youtu.be/tBxT6WFIWb0                             

NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

 

Aiko Shako                                     

SUCH GOOD FUN      ENTRY IN CHOREO COMPETITION AT MAYWORTH 2012

&EASY TO LEARN     Written by request for Annemaree from Melbourne Vic.

Thanks for the song and I hope you enjoy the dance.

64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level. Song by Kurt Darren

Looks harder on paper than it really is… it’s a good fun dance that

is easy to learn. Don’t forget to shimmy while you do the paddle turns - 

and the prissy steps on the spot need attitude too!

This is the same singer who sings Af en Af (Happy Dance) and once

 again you can’t understand a word he sings. 

The English translation is ridiculous…..  perhaps it’s better in Africaans?

Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjMTo6sQNjc

Youtube video:  http://youtu.be/-92adMzEzeA

ONE TAG

 

My grandma and your grandma sitting and gossiping very
My grandma said to your grandma "That drawer walk again turns"
He looked like a rooster, Aunty
Kitten of course, he picks the moon, and he is not even ashamed ...

And I say "Hey now, hey now aiko aiko auntie"
My heart is full I'm in the spot
And nothing will get me by.
And I say "Hey now, hey now aiko aiko auntie"
I'm a mighty mouse, I walk through the house
And the cat will not find me.

My grandfather and your grandfather sitting here at the fire
They talk about the days, the good old days
For the old lady is not here
Stovepipe broke a Brylcreem kuf, aiko aiko auntie
Kitten of course, he picks the moon. Yes!
Nothing has changed.

Choir

And nothing will get me by
And the cat will not find me.

 

 

Needs                             THE EASIER DANCE TO THE SONG I NEED A WOMAN

The intermediate level dance is called I Need A Woman

                                      Written by request for Rachel Lardy from Domerat in France.

                                      64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by McFly

                                      If you found ‘I Need A Woman’ too hard, then this dance will suit you.

                                      Youtube video:

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NC6Jj5Xcbu4&feature=youtu.be

                                      ONE TAG

 

 

My Red High Heels      TRY THIS GREAT DANCE!

64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, song by Kelly Pickler

                                      Revised in April 2012 by request for Dave Inward from

Langley BC Canada.  This is  a terrific song, though not exactly

country I agree…. but still it feels great to dance to.

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5AAMvsZl68

2 RESTARTS, 1 TAG

 

Silver Moments             WE ALL NEED SOME SILVER MOMENTS!         Thanks for the song Ilse

32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Wieteke van Dort and Ais Lawa Lata

                                      Written by request to this beautiful song by these independent singers from The Netherlands

Sorry to hear that Wieteke has suffered a major health problem recently.

We send our very best wishes to her from the Australian line dancing community.

YOU GET WELL SOON WIETEKE!

Youtube video: http://youtu.be/Fo9zlb6cuIg 

NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

 

My Valentine's Waltz   THIS WILL KEEP YOU MOVING ALONG!  (-:

48 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Dave Sheriff

Written by request for Dave Sheriff from the UK

This is a fast waltz, but the sweeps and the hold steps keep it under control!  (-:

Youtube video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7GIT1UjMIo&feature=related

NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Maria Magdalena         3RD PLACE IN THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL CHOREO COMP JAN 2012

32 counts, 4 walls, Beginner Level, Song by  Bourke

                                      Written for the beginner section of the Tamworth Choreo Comp.

                                      It’s an easy dance, but the music makes it feel better than it is!

                                      Thanks to Henrico for the song…. Nice.

                                      Youtube:  http://youtu.be/Q3VJK6hl_dk

                                      ONE EASY TAG ….. just repeat the first 8 steps.

 

In The Wine                  2ND PLACE IN THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL CHOREO COMP JAN 2012

32 counts, 4 walls, Upper Beginner, Song by Connie Francis

                                      Written by request for Rachel Lardy from Domerat, France.

                                      Youtube:  http://youtu.be/cfyJPjlR4q8

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Lonely Lady                 WE LOVE THIS DANCE!

64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Bourke

                                      Written by request for Rini Donkers from The Netherlands.

This song feels great to dance to, and the dance itself is not hard to learn.

I hope you find it so……   (-:

Youtube:  http://youtu.be/-Dt1-xPjHHg

ONE RESTART

 

This Is Our Waltz         WINNER OF THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL CHOREO COMP JAN 2012

48 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Elvis Presley

                                      I get lots of request to write dance to lots of different types of music,

but this is the first time I have been asked to write to this song by Elvis.

Written by request for Kathy Watkins from Perth W.A.

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6OVQSGh_jo

ALSO   http://youtu.be/bJ2cCLdxBRE

1 RESTART

 

 

Happy Dance                2ND PLACE IN THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL CHOREO COMP JAN 2012

32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level, Song by Kurt Darren

Thanks to Linda Conrad from Cedar Springs, Michigan USA for the song.

This is such a happy little song that it makes dancing to it a real pleasure.

I can’t understand one word that is said, but the feeling of the song is awesome!

Hope you think so too. Written for Wendy Hughes from W.A. for her cruise.

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sU4lZHHaHok

3 RESTARTS… don’t forget to laugh out loud as you restart!!

 

Winter Winds               IN MEMORY OF SLIM DUSTY    

32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Lee Kernaghan

                                      Written by request for Bethea from Dundowran Qld. Thanks for the song.

                                      The dance has a 40 count prelude which definitely makes it different! (-:

                                      Our class loves this dance, the song was originally sung by Slim Dusty.

                                      Youtube:  http://youtu.be/Zjr4e80cexw

                                      2 RESTARTS

 

I Need A Woman                   THIS WAS MY FAVOURITE DANCE UNTIL MY LADY BLUE CAME ALONG

64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by McFly

                                      Written by request for Rachel Lardy, Sunny Line Dance,

                                      Domerat, France.  Hope you enjoy the dance Rachel.

                                      Youtube:  http://youtu.be/frw416Q9nJk

                                      ONE TAG

 

Dorothea's Dance         FOR THOSE FOLK WHO LIKE IT HARDER! A LOVELY SONG!

64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Montana Rose

                                      Written by request for Miss Dorothea from The Netherlands.

                                      Hope you enjoy the dance. If you find it a bit hard you can try

                                      Mexican Juan which is the easier dance to this lovely song.

                                       Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzuBy2SYngM

                                      1 TAG

 

 

Mexican Juan               SPLIT THE FLOOR WITH DOROTHEAS DANCE, SAME SONG

64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Montana Rose

                                      This is the easier dance to this song. The intermediate level dance is

                                      called Dorothea’s Dance… and it’s a bit tricky for the average dancer.

                                      This dance is written by request for Ilse from The Netherlands.. she

                                      has been waiting a long while for me to get around to it. Enjoy!

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQgVVt8bQPw

                                      1 TAG

 

Anita                             SMOOOOOOTH!

32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Cal Smith

                                      It’s a shame that this song is so short in duration… 2mins 25 secs!

                                      Maybe we will have to dance this dance twice to make up for it! (-:

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brR7C5uvCnw

                                      1 RESTART

 

 

A Thousand Ways        MY FAVOURITE SONG FROM THE DIM DISTANT PAST!

64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Shane Worley

                                      Written by request for Muriel from The Netherlands.

The song is dear to my heart  -  a blast from the past indeed!

Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQ6TVQ79VK8

2 RESTARTS

 

 

500 Ways!                     ONLY HALF AS HARD AS A THOUSAND WAYS!  SPLIT THE FLOOR              

64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Shane Worley

                                      Written by request for Muriel from Amsterdam. This is the easier dance

                                      to the song A Thousand Ways.. the harder dance is called A Thousand

                                      Ways….. and as this dance is only half as hard, it is called 500 Ways!

                                      It pays to have a sense of humour!!  (-:

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDeMnwvbmiQ

                                      2 RESTARTS

 

                                     

Sylvie Marie                  LOVE THIS BOPPY LITTLE SONG!

32 counts,  4 walls,  Intermediate Level, Song by Inga Nordstrom

                                      Written for Wendy Hughes from W.A. to teach on the linedance cruise

which left Sydney on 20th Oct 2011. Thanks to Henrico for the song.

The dance is not hard, but it will keep you going!

Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JkKhzT7nISQ

                                      2 RESTARTS

 

Footsteps                       THIS IS A POPULAR LITTLE DANCE

64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Daniel O’Donnell

                                      Written by request for Mary Stanley Shepherd from Christchurch N.Z.

                                      For her annual workshop to raise funds for Camp Quality (kidz with cancer)

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=193mzCxmB7s

                                      ONE TAG

 

 

Shine On!                      NOMINATED FOR THE BEAT AWARDS IN N.Z. 2012

32 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Jeff Carson

                                      Thanks to Karen from Gympie for this song…. Nice choice!

                                      It is really a ‘blast from the past’, but it still Shines On!  Enjoy!

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_dV6TkDDTA

                                      ONE RESTART, ONE TAG

 

 

Outta Here                    LOOKING FOR FAST AND COUNTRY?   TRY THIS! 

FREE MUSIC DOWNLOAD  http://www17.zippyshare.com/v/21552757/file.html

                                      48 counts, 4 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Mike Shannon

                                      This was truly an international collaboration…. Song from Mike

                                      who hails from Canada, dance from Tina Drutti from Belgium

                                      and myself from Australia.  It's fast too, so put your seat belt on!  (-:

                                      Well, it kept me going anyhow. Then again, YOU might not think

                                      it is fast at all.. 'cause you might be a bit younger than me!

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lu9KyMlyJH8&feature=related                   

2 RESTARTS

 

Matrimonial Waltz       48 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Montana Rose

                                      Written for Wendy Hughes from W.A. to teach on the linedance cruise

                                      which left Sydney on 20th Oct 2011.

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UL6x3WLWQjE 

                                                3 TAGS

 

 

La Luna Learner                   32 counts, 4 walls, Beginner Level, Song by Prince Royce

                                      Just a little dance for people who can’t manage the harder dances

                                      to this song….. I hate to see people sitting out!  (-:

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcAkKydK5ck

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Unburnable                   64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Travis Collins

                                      A good uptempo song which is easy to dance to.

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Bo9NlJFvfg

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

 

Rodeo's Rose                 48 counts, 4 walls, Intermediate Level Waltz, Song by Brendon Walmsley

                                      It's a little tricky until you get the timing right, but gee, the song is

                                       so nice to dance to that it is worth the effort. It's truly an Australian

                                      creation because Brendon is a fellow Aussie!  Hope you like the dance.

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcNY3SxOmHk

                                      2 TAGS

 

  

Candy Dance                68 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Eddy Raven

                                      I have revised this dance because it never really got a fair go

                                      and there has been another dance written to this song recently.

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8asf8XaDnw

                                      ONE RESTART 

                                                                            

Oh Baby                       64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Raul Malo

                                      This is one of my very favourite singers and the song has a

                                      great beat for dancing. Written for Margie from Condamine Qld

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zgc5uA5k7YU

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Tricky Moon                 64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by George Ducas

                                      Written for the Tasmanian workshop in May 2011

                                      Great song by the same name.

                                      Robbie McGowan Hickie uses this song when he teaches his dance

                                      The Right Track so I did ask him if he would mind me using it for

                                      this dance. Thanks Robbie for your permission.

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSwmdCFtrKk

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Toe Tappin' Tassies      64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by John P Swisshelm

                                      Writtenby request from Pam who sent me the music, especially for

                                      my Tasmanian workshop in May 2011.  It's definitely got the feel

                                      of a line dance from the past… slaps, claps and swivets - Good fun!

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6VCgGqbtpI

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                               

Silver Wings                  64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by Pam Tillis

                                      Dedicated to Judy Heathcote, our friend and fellow linedancer

                                      who left this planet on Friday 8th April 2011 after a battle with cancer.

                                      This was her favourite song. We will miss you on the floor Judy!

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NW_tTpf_4hE

                                      2 TAGS (easy rocking chairs)

 

The Orchid                             32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Marie Hasslemore

                                      Youtube video especially for Lyn from Levin New Zealand

                                      Marie has a lovely voice and this is a great rendition of this song.

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iu3tT2KECak

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Saddle In The Wind     64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by Black Hills Country Band

                                      Written by request for Tina Drutti from Belgium

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVyt_qsee7E

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Red Waltz                     48 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by Jann Brown

                                      This is my favourite singer, wonder how old SHE is these days?

                                      She seems to have been around forever…..

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGi9-XH_74A

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Mi Amore                      32 counts, 2 walls, Upper Beginner, Song by Frank Galan

                                      This is a lovely song that Ilse has sent to me.  She requested a beginner dance 

                                      so I hope that is what this dance is -  although with 2x 12 count tags I doubt it!

                                      That’s why I called it Upper Beginner which is probably more appropriate.

                                      These days it is hard to recognise exactly what a ‘beginner’dance is supposed to be.

                                      Whatever… I hope you enjoy the dance as well as the song!  I know I did!

                                                Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUTrTWxJkl8

                                      2 TAGS

 

A Dance For Ilse           32 counts, 2walls, Upper Beginner, Song by Frank Galan

                                        Written by request.  No fancy steps here, just a basic dance to a nice song,

                                      As we already do a dance to this song  (Rebel Amore) I thought it easier to

                                      call this dance ‘A Dance For Ilse ‘rather than confuse the issue with a similar name

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAKlIeDVhbQ

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Rio Magna                    64 counts, 2 walls, Easy intermediate, Song by Tish Hinojosa/Kris Krisofferson

Aka  Rio Grande          Written by request  for Ilse. A great song by an unlikely duo.

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_atMc0Unpo

                                      2 TAGS

 

The Waltz Queen          48 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Dave Sheriff

                                      When I received this song from Dave I couldn’t believe my ears… how could he know me so well  in

                                      such a short time!  Am I that obvious?  Guess I must be.  Anyhow, I am totally flattered and also confess

                                      to feeling quite humbled by his generous gift to me.  Hope YOU like the song too.

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Y5QEKbjdQc

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Spanish Nights              64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by Connie Francis

                                      Here's a lovely Connie Francis song, thanks to Sandy Kerrigan from Sydney NSW.

                                      It is an intermediate level dance and the dance below is the easier dance. They work

                                      well on a split floor. Hope the dance appeals to you.  It is not hard once you learn it…

                                      just like most things in life. hehehehe

                                                youtube:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHIUFrDnuA4

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Little Spanish Nights    64 counts, 2 walls, Upper Beginner, Song by Connie Francis

                                      Written by request for Sandy Kerrigan from Sydney NSW.

                                      Gees, that Connie Francis can mix it with the best of them, even after all these years!

                                      This song was new to me and I do thank Sandy for sharing it with me, it’s lovely.

                                      She said it makes her goosey—and I understand exactly what she means.. Me too!

                                                Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcieuJfdV8Q

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                     

Janine                           48 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Lee Kernaghan

                                      Written in memory of Janine Passmore who left this planet 20 years ago.

                                      To her Mother it seems just like yesterday. Janine never got the opportunity

                                      to dance.. it's not fair is it!

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gURHJ9eb9xw

                                      3 EASY SHIMMY TAGS

                                     

A Little Bit Lonely        64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate level, Song by Lisa McHugh

                                      Written for Marianne from The Netherlands

                                      We all get a little bit lonely sometimes. I know I can feel like that even in the

                                      middle of a big crowd of people  -  who knows why that happens.. I guess it is

                                      just part of being a human being. Music and dance is the cure all though.

                                      It fixes everything because you can lose yourself in it!  

                                                                Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WERp9a99Ss

                                      ONE RESTART

 

Gotta Holda Me!          32 counts, 2 walls, Beginner Level, Song by Christina Aguilera

                                      Written for Sarah Whalen from New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A.

                                      This is an easy little dance, but I still think it feels nice to do.

                                      The song, 'Something's Got A Hold On Me' could be my theme song!

                                      Because something has sure 'gotta holda me' at the moment and it won't

                                      let go either! This breast cancer sucks big time I can tell you… and they

                                      say that one in 6 women will get it. Go have a checkup asap won't you!

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgNr_XSHop4

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Good Girl!                    64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Christina Aguilera

                                      Written for Sarah Whalen from New Orleans, Louisiana U.S.A.

                                      This dance only goes for 41/2 walls… so you might have to do it twice! (-:

                                      I hope you enjoy it and can feel the fun that I felt when I wrote it for Sarah….

                                                Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lU5JjlR5ym4

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

BIG El Paso Lady        64 counts, single wall, Intermediate, Song by Gene Watson

                                      Written for Tina Drutti from Belgium for her coming workshop.

                                      The first 32 counts are the same as the dance below, the next 32 counts

                                      make it an intermediate level dance.  It was designed to be danced on a

                                      split floor, both dances being done at the same time.

                                       Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iw_4hAQdTck

                                      ONE RESTART

 

El Paso Lady                32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Gene Watson

                                      Rewritten March 2011for Tina Drutti from Belgium

                                      I love this music!

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36zTxP3cbLQ

                                      ONE RESTART

 

Tijuana Waltz               48 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by The Topp Twins

                                      Reviewed March 2011

                                      We have such a lot of fun with the 'poses' in this dance and the Topp Twins

                                      from New Zealand are fabulous! They made their reputation as comedians,

                                      but they have the best voices!  Some people are just born talented!

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3KXYNQxMOI

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Waltz With An Angel   48 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Sarah McLaughlin

                                      This waltz was written for Phyllis Brown from Perth who requested the dance.

                                      It is a lovely song with a haunting sound - and the dance is written to

                                      the diagonals… which some dancers might find haunting as well!  (-:

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8wlADDYAPE

                                      2 RESTARTS

 

Water Logged               32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Brook Fraser

                                      This dance was requested by Val Jenness from N.Z. Hope you enjoy it!

                                      It's very appropriately named for us Australians at the moment, considering the

                                      incredible and disasterous floods we are currently experiencing. Not good at all!

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRF7eLCquGU

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

A 'Be Together' Night  32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by David Frizzell and Shellie West

                                      We all need 'Be Together' nights and I thank my friends in Holland for this song.

                                      The dance was written for Annie and Harrie Geurts

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZfMm1CZnr4

                                      1x 4 COUNT TAG

 

Behind The Clouds       64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Brad Paisley

                                      This dance was written for Rosco from New Zealand.

                                      We should always try to remember that the sun is always shining behind even the darkest cloud

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPJZm51eUvs

                                      ONE TAG

 

From Now On              64 counts, 2 walls, Upper level of Easy Intermediate, Song by The Refreshments

                                      This dance was written for Sylvia… it was worth waiting for Sylvia!  (-:

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeNW_ou3N30

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

From Now On  - FRENCH EDITION      Step Sheet supplied by Countrydansemag.com

                                     

 

Beautiful Lies                32 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Diego Verdaguer

                                      It was easy to find a translation for the name of this song, but what

                                      The rest of it is about is anyone's guess… but it's nice!

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCPDs87cgjA

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS…. REMEMBER IT'S A 36 COUNT INTRO

                                     

 

Sparks Every Night      32 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Sparx

                                      The name of this dance is just a play on words. Cade Noche is the name

                                      Of the song and that means Every Night. It is sung by Sparx…..

                                      hence the name: Sparks Every Night! 

                                      I love this dance! It's different.

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pBWe8v1vkg

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Every Night                  32 counts, 4 walls, Beginner Level, Song by Sparx

                                      This dance is the easy version, Sparks Every Night is the harder dance.

                                      Great for a split floor.

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjtTwZKKri4

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Forever Friend              36 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Charlie Landsborough

                                      Written for Ilse who wanted to write a dance for me but couldn't do it, so

                                      she asked me to write it and to dedicate it to ME! I try to do as I am asked…(-:

                                      youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2F86CXpvVE

                                      5 easy little tags  (Fwd Touch, Back Touch)

 

Angelina's Dance 64 counts, 2 walls, Upper level of Easy Intermediate, Song by Dan Roberts

                                      Written for Henrico from The Netherlands. Video by Juliet Lam - THANKS JULIET!

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoUAguoWOCo 

                                      ONE RESTART

 

Crystal Chandeliers      64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int. Song by Charlie Pride and Daniel O'Donnell

(aka Charlie's Pride)              Written for Carmel Paul from Glenore Grove, Qld

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGU4Y8XEy0I

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

You Rocked Our World        48 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Mike Davies

                                      This song was written in memory of the huge earthquake that shook

                                      Christchurch New Zealand on 4th September 2010.

                                      Christchurch was home to me for quite a few years, in the past, and

                                      I have continued to feel like it is home away from home ever since.

                                      This dance is for my friends and line dance family in Christchurch!

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHp_hrl-tdk    

                                       2 TAGS

 

Hide The Photo            32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Justin Trevino

                                      Thanks to Henrico for the song suggestion.

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNQwxzzKttI

                                      EASY 4 COUNT TAG X 5

 

Fallin' To Pieces Again 32 counts, 4 walls, Beginner, Song by Ann Tayler and Arne Benoni

                                      Thanks to Ilse from Holland for this new rendition of an old song.

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSKZx7QPAWI

                                      ONE RESTART

 

(Take Me Back To)

Montego Bay                64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Arly Karlsen

                                      Another request from Ilse. It's not the song I know as Montego Bay -

                                      and I was pleasantly surprised by this lovely song.

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KP8GtMnOP0

                                      ONE RESTART

 

Thanks For The Waltz 48 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate waltz , Song by Dave Sheriff

                                      This is a 'special' song for Dave and his wife Chris and it was

                                      my great pleasure to write a dance for them.

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KBve4X1tPg

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Hello Again                   32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Raul Malo             

                                      I love Raul Malo, he has the best voice in the whole world!

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhir4Y2VAFk

                                      2 TAGS

 

OK I'll Sign!                 64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by Justin Trevino

                                      Is Justin Trevino the son of Rick Trevino? Does anyone know?

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1DH7c9nTHg    

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Beautiful Singapore     64 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Dave Sheriff

                                      Choreographed by Gloria Mortimer from Singapore

                                      Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RevroC9rnl8

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Stop!                              Written for the Singapore event with Dave Sheriff  -  Good Fun!

                                      64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Dave Sheriff

                                      Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eln85P0FnH4

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Country Music Forever         Written by request for CLDA Singapore

                                      Youtube  http://www.y outube.com/watch?v=myCHeMhtNMw

 

 

Roseanne                       32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Nick en Simon

                                      What a lovely little song to dance to!

                                      Youtube  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxwNxcashCE

                                      2 TAGS

 

Fly Baby Fly                 32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by The Olsens

                                      A great song and an easy dance

                                      Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75a5sedx3Oc

                                      2 TAGS

 

Sensuous Woman         64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by Mark Chesnutt

                                      Written by request for Shirley from Gunalda, Qld, Australia

                                      Youtube video  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uKfihfr7UY                                     

                                      ONE RESTART

                                       

Sweet Senorita              32 counts, 4 walls, It's an easy fun little dance, Song by Chris James

                                      Written by request for Sylvia from Holland, Change the turn into a vine

                                      and make it easier still!

                                      Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_RteC590Z0

                                      ONE TAG

 

Cryin' Eyes                   64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate with a difference, Song by Two Tons Of Steel

                                      Written by request for Sylvia from Holland. Hope you like the dance Sylvia!

                                      1 TAG

                                      Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_BmtMXrumQ

                                     

Visions Of You (Waltz)       36 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Cliff Richard

                                      Written in memory of our friend and fellow linedance Instructor

                                      Jan Ianson who left this planet aged just 49. A lovely song!

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsWSIrb0I8I

 

Help Me Cha Cha        32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Sweethearts Of The Rodeo

This dance was written by Annie Bradbury assisted by Jan Wyllie

It’s just a beautiful song and the dance is nice to do…tricky in parts.

NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oh_S_ZoCp-g Rodeo

 

Just Foolin'                   32 counts, 4 walls, Upper Beginner, Song by Patsy Cline

                                      This is a great little dance for those who like the easy stuff!  

                                      2 LITTLE TAGS (stomp stomp)                      

                                      Youtube video  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zkko8LYn_Ug

 

Cheating Heart             64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Leann Rimes

                                      Written by request for Carmel Paul from Glenore Grove Qld

                                      1 RESTART 

                                      Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpZBBO4vXzk

 

Papa Bear's Bed           64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level Song by Keith Harling

                                      Rereleased by request. This unphrased dance feels great  to do

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS                    

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TH0NcOkX3iI

                                     

Excuse Me                     32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by The Mavericks

                                      A great song from The Mavericks….. another blast from the past!

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1Ts1IwyEWI

 

My Kind'a Woman      32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Level, Song by Shanandoah

                                      Not for the high flyers, but just right for those who like to keep it easy.

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp9N_r1rFEE

 

Howl                              64 counts, 2 walls, Easy/Intermediate, Song by Lorrie Morgan

                                      Such a lot of fun! Hope you think so too….

                                      2 TAGS

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FN5-9DH8YEY

 

Bop Shoo Bop              64 counts, 2 walls, Easy/Intermediate, Song by The Drifters

                                      Definitely a rock n roll flavour to this dance!

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wua9jdcwiOY

 

Waltz Of The Wind      63 count waltz, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Jann Brown

                                      A challenging waltz, re-released by request by Kerry Gannon, Maroochydore Qld

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZGRMo6Da_A

 

Cha Cha Oasis              32 counts, 4 walls, Beginner Level OR SPICE IT UP! Song by Dave Sheriff

                                      Rereleased by request. This song has such a good beat, but make sure

                                      you go twinkle before you listen to it!  (-:  All that running water!

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AiT5HzBiHs

 

Rock n Roll Angel        32 counts, 2 walls, Upper Beginner Level, Song by The Headhunters

                                      An easy dance to a song with a great beat.

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RljOwmxh8G0

 

Time To Dream            32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Joni Harms

                                      What a lovely song this is!  Hope YOU enjoy it too.

                                      2 EASY TAGS AND A RESTART

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bB7CE9Bc04s

 

Waltz By My Side         48 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Lorrie Morgan/Vince Gill

                                      An easy waltz but it’s a bit fast in parts  NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-5qT4ze9_w

 

Night n Day                  64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by The Derailers

                                      A great song from The Derailers 

NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9mxbhcgADo

 

Somebody's Cha Cha  32 counts, single wall, beginner dance  NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      A good little dance to teach cha cha steps and shuffles

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OclWh40ObGc

 

Pick A Pocket               32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Darryl Worley

                                      Revised by request from Bill Bader (thanks Bill! J)

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqbjHslxJh4

 

Bed Of Roses                32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Statler Brothers

                                      Always a popular song and dance, revised in May 2010

                                      ONE TAG

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzfirdhCN2I

 

Indian Summer             64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Roy Orbison

                                       This is such a lovely song, and one of Roy’s that I had not heard before.

                                        ONE RESTART

                                       Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqcHHv0rfR8

 

Ol' Lonesome Me          32 counts, 2 walls, VERY EASY DANCE, song by Danni Leigh   

                                      Not a beginner dance, but it’s definitely an easy one! Rev May 2010

                                      2 TAGS

                                      Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wx0iSZwaRfg

 

Forever An April Fool 48 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Collin Raye

                                                Originally written for a workshop in Victoria. Revised in May 2010

                                                 NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                                 Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtxt-3UeW_4

 

Learner's Waltz            48 counts, 2 walls, DANCE FOR NEW BEGINNERS, Song by Paul McCloud

                                       Learn to waltz to this lovely slow song, keep your tissues handy though!

NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                      Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJwHQibNa4g

 

Let's Roll                        64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Rio Rocko  

 Written for an April workshop in The Netherlands   

  1 RESTART  

 Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2_3QM41-Vw

 

Gecko Tango                 64 counts,   2 walls, Intermediate level, Song by Rio Rocko                     

                                       Written for an April workshop in The Netherlands

                                 NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

                                 Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFK5bveL_xA

 

Too Much For Me        48 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Brady Seals

                                       We love this dance with a rock n roll feel

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

Youtube video    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzoXmkYAB8s

 

I'm Dreamin'                     64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Billy Yates

                                            This is a lovely little song by Billy Yates, Hope you like the dance as well.

                                            2 Rocking Chair Tags

                                            Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pSbqn8LfYM

 

Unchained                          64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Leroy Parnell

                                            This dance is for Sylvia from Holland who sent me the song.

                                             It’s not a hard dance, the steps are easy, but the Elvis knees at the

                                            end might take a bit of mastering…. Just a bit more practice, that’s all!  (-:

                                            NO TAGS OR RESTARTS  

      youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4gw8liIUWM

 

Who Cares!                          32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Buck Owens

                                            This is a an easy little dance, but the scuff hop step could be tricky! (-:

                                            NO TAGS OR RESTARTS  

      youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yc0sZ-0SpBQ

 

Act Naturally                      4 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Buck Owens/Ringo Starr

                                            This dance looks a lot harder on paper than it really is. Once you learn it, you will know

                                            what I mean. It was written especially for Des who loves Buck Owens. 

                                            ONE RESTART

     youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztHGaTD8pm8

 

Bar Room Rose                  64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Troy Cassar-Daley

                                            This is a great old song which is sung by Australia’s winner of the AMA Awards

                                            in Tamworth this year…. Troy Cassar-Daley.  The dance is good too….some tricky

                                            steps until you get the gist of it  -  have a go!        

      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

      youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxF-PMmWgDc

 

Night Song                         32 counts, 4 walls, Upper Beginner, Song by Johnny Duncan

     AN EASY, FUN, SINGALONG, DANCE

     NO TAGS OR RESTARTS  

     Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__pcPalpta8

 

 Stickwitu Forever             32 count PARTNER DANCE.  VERY EASY.      VERY SLOW.

                                            Written by request for a wedding dance.  Song by Pussycat Dolls.

                                            NO TAGS OR RESTARTS   Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vt9TWwGQEc

 

Finality                                64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Vince Gill

                                            Great song, unusual steps in dance. It’s not too hard, Have a go!

                                            NO TAGS OR RESTARTS   Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBhilIDvkqI

 

Would You Believe!                64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Bill Yates

                                            This is the harder dance to this song, the easy dance is below’ IF I LIED’

                                            1 X 4 COUNT TAG   youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_4or9U7Q7k

 

If I Lied                               32 counts, 2 walls, VERY EASY DANCE, Song by Billy Yates

                                            This is the easy dance, the harder dance to the same song is ‘WOULD YOU BELIEVE’ (above)

                                            1x 4 count TAG     youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_44OGTfCfQk

 

I Think I Do                        32 counts, 4 walls… OR 64 counts, 2 walls.  BOTH ARE GOOD DANCES - SPLIT FLOOR

                                            The song is by The Topp Twins from New Zealand…. They are terrific!

      The first 32 counts is a Upper Beginner dance, if you add the next 32 counts it

      becomes  an Easyish Intermediate Level

      1 RESTART      Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSOYvpB1kC8

 

Gotcha                                32 counts, 2 walls, EASY FUN LITTLE DANCE, Song by The Mavericks

                                            We have lots of fun with this dance… put in your own variations to increase the level of difficulty!

                                            NO TAGS OR RESTARTS    Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wa1FjMYeTl8

 

Sparkles                              32 counts, 2 walls, ANOTHER EASY FUN LITTLE DANCE  Song by Crystal Gayle

                                            This is a beaut little song that feels really nice to dance to.

                                            NO TAGS OR RESTARTS   Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSoKKBL-2zA

 

Sailor's Serenade       32 counts, 2 walls EASY DANCE, Song by Kathy Raydings

                                            This is a lovely old song that will make you want to sing along as you dance.

                                            NO TAGS OR RESTARTS    youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2Fiw2b1oD4

 

All By My Lonesome           64 counts, 4 walls Intermediate Level, Song by Billy Yates

                                            ‘All By My Lonesome’…. That’s somewhere none of us ever want to end up!

      Happily, most of us make it through life with someone by our side, but I’m sure we have all

      experienced times when we have felt that deep feeling of loneliness...NOT NICE!

      ONE RESTART   youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaLdmd3aN_M

 

Heaven Is My Woman's Love   32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Col Joy

             This song has been around since my teenage years…… no telling how long ago THAT was! (-:

   I still think it’s good and I hope that YOU do too.

   2 RESTARTS      youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lxZ8VBn_3A

 

Hopelessly Yours                48 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level Waltz, Song by Lee Greenwood and Suzy Bogguss

                                            This is a tricky little dance but because I love the song so much I just had to persevere with it. 

      It’s really slow,  and that makes it harder. Anyone can dance fast, because it’s easy to fudge the

      steps, but to dance slowly takes good balance, good timing and good execution .. not easy!

                                           ONE RESTART    youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crMgvIc2zoI

 

Together After All              32 counts, 4 walls, Beginner level, Song by Joni Harms 

It’s good to remember that the only difference between  learning a hard dance and an easy dance is the

time it takes to learn the steps, so remember this…. repetition equals memory! 

NO TAGS OR RESTARTS     youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjttnxUNMrI

 

I Fly Away                          64 counts,  2 walls,  Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Banaroo

    She sings ‘I fly a way’ Dance starts quickly on the word ‘way’

                                          It would be nice to just fly away sometimes wouldn’t it…..  I’ll bet everything takes on a whole new                                                         perspective when you look at things through a birds eye  … but it must be hell up there when it rains or                                                snows!    1x 4 COUNT TAG (rocking chair) 

                                          youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4ynZJmnrfk

 

You Win Again                       64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Deanna Cox

                                            This is an old Hank Williams song, but Deanna does a great job of it.

      Thanks to Ilse for the song suggestion

      1 RESTART      youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gk2C2RGKYSo

                                                GERMAN TRANSLATION    http://www.bald-eagle.de/taenze/allgemein/YouWinAgainAu.htm

                                               

Metamorphosis                       64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Lorrie Morgan/Keith Whitley

      Here’s another lovely old country song. The dance is middle of the road, not too easy and not too hard. 

      Hope it suits YOU!

                                            NO TAGS OR RESTARTS     youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2D3KlHbsdQ

                                                GERMAN TRANSLATION     http://www.bald-eagle.de/taenze/allgemein/MetamorphosisAu.htm

 

Foolish Heart                          64 counts 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by The Mavericks

                                            This is a lovely gentle music and it feels so smooooth to dance to.

                                            Thanks to Annie for the song suggestion

                                            1 RESTART    youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzlv4pm25uo

                                                GERMAN TRANSLATION     http://www.bald-eagle.de/taenze/allgemein/FoolishHeartAu.htm

 

On A Good Day                     64 counts,  4 walls,  Intermediate level,  Song by Blake Shelton

    Written by request for John Van Miltenburg from The Netherlands, for his workshop

                                            1 TAG    youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av3PGjilv40 

                                     

 

Electrified                       32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Marcia Griffiths

                                         Written by request for Tina Page from Fan C Steppers of Maine U.S.A. who wanted something

   a bit more challenging (but not hard) to this song. Hope this dance does it for you  …….

                                         I’m always happy to help out with request dances. Perhaps YOU will find this one to your liking too….                                                Who knows!  (-:    Electric Slide, the original dance to this song, has been around for many years now,

   but I guess all old things will be replaced eventually….       even the old choreographers  hehehehehe

                                         NO TAGS OR RESTARTS    youtube video    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujao5xtDVvA

                                      

Tiger By The Tail          32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Buck Owen

I’ve never had a tiger by the tail …. Well, not literally anyhow. But I am  familiar  with the feeling of holding onto

something that is pulling me  forward faster then I really want to go and being  too scared to let go in case it turns

around and bites me.  I guess that’s what it feels like to have a tiger by the tail… my line dance career has been a bit like that at times!  (-:   AND I BET THAT’S NOW TIGER WOODSFEELS LATELY!! Hehehe

This dance is easy but it’s not for new beginners.  It feels a bit familiar to me at the end and I think it is

Pick A Pocket that it’s reminding me of….  Do you  remember the bit where we used to run fwd and be silly?     

Hope you can still remember how to skip  -  it’s been a long time!

                                      2 LITTLE 2 COUNT TAGS   youtube video:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0MYIfa4k6I

 

Let's Dance With Josh  32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Josh Turner           

                                          Thanks to Ruth from New Jersey USA for the song suggestion.. this dance is for you!

                                      Thanks also to the Country Moon Dancers for their help with the video

                                                 I realise that there is another dance to this music, but it is a harder dance, this one is easy.

                                                 ONE TAG    youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pbbBPiSVfc  

 

Why Worry!                 64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Ricky Pangkerego

                                      Thanks to Muriel from Amsterdam for this song… it’s very nice too.

                                      This dance was quickly taught on Christmas Eve 09 so that it could be shown on youtube.

A BIG thank you to the enthusiastic dancers who helped us out with this.

                                      ONE TAG FOLLOWED BY A RESTART     

                                      youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vYbkmZJuWA

 

Why Worry! (Dutch Translation)    see above

 

DANCES 2009

You Belong With Me Forever (Partner Dance)  

The last 8 counts of this dance were choreographed by John & Freida Utzig to make it into a partner dance. 

The original dance You Belong With Me was choreographed by Jan Wyllie.

Click here for Step sheet of original dance:  You Belong With Me

                                      Click here for youtube video You Belong With Me: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aydH4YXuXxo

 

So Long Cowboy     64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int. Song by George Strait

                                      In memory of Richard Coomber from Bundaberg Qld, who lost his battle with cancer on 22nd Nov 2009.

His wife Margery is a linedancer who is very sad at the moment. It helps to remember that love never dies!

This dance is dedicated to ALL cowboys who have ridden away… as we all must do some day.

ONE RESTART     youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-jAd4efjDo

 

Hey Chico RU OK?      64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int. Song by Dale Watson

I believe that Dale Watson wrote this song in memory of his girlfriend

who was killed in a car accident…. How sad!

It has a lovely feel about it and I hope I have reflected that in the dance.

Thank you to Ilse from Holland for the song. It’s my favourite dance at the moment!

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS  youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAHvfWklmkg 

 

Hey Chico RU OK? (Dutch Version)  as above

 

Waltz Of The Rodeo Man  48 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int Waltz, Song by Don Williams

                                      Thanks to Noel from Maryborough for this song. It’s a sweet song.

Once you master the first 24 counts of this dance you will be home and hosed

because the rest is just straight waltzing.  Thanks to Noel from Maryborough Qld for the song.

NO TAGS OR RESTARTS  youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNSrcWBZ_QE  

 

Mexican Shuffle           32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate. Song by Tony Christie

                                      This is an easy little dance, which is a bit pacey towards the end.

                                      Let the momentum of the 1/2 turn pivot at the end of the dance take your body into the

first 1/4 turn, at the start of the dance. That  was the reason for putting it there.

                                      For ‘Tina Turner’ Gwennie, who loves this song

                                      ONE TAG  youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySQ7zDCxv4I 

 

Smiles                            64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int. Song by Pussycat

This is an easy little dance in spite of the 64 counts and most people should manage it.

 If you can’t turn while shuffling at counts 53  - 56 then just shuffle straight back, that makes it REALLY easy!  Thanks to Muriel from Amsterdam for this song.

1 RESTART   

youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3GtnV1AmCzc 

 

Smiles  (Dutch  Version)   As above

 

 

Modern Don Juan        48 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int.  Song by James Intveld

                                      This is a nice bright little song and the dance is easy!   

Thanks to Ilse from Holland for the music.

2 RESTARTS   youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuVXXmhYicg

 

Modern Don Juan (Dutch Version)    As Above

 

 

The Longyard              32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int. Song by Lee Kernaghan and Slim Dusty

                                      This is a personal favourite of mine…it’s just sooo Australian. Hope you like it too.

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS  Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0c-GcIlI-M

                                     

 

Insomnia                       32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int. Song by Daniel O’Donnell

                                      Choreo by Annie Bradbury.  We love this little fun dance!

                                      2 HIP BUMP TAGS    Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02V0OrW8MCQ

 

Rendezvous                   32 counts, 2 walls, Song by Johnny Duncan

                                      The song is so good and the dance is lots of fun!

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS  Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yiqqwxq_pUM

 

No Difference                32 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Rickie Pangkerago

                                      I wrote this dance in response to the following request by Muriel.Gravemaker from Amsterdam.

‘May I ask you to write a dance for me and my friends. We are a group of men and women

with their roots in  former Nederlands Indie, now known as Indonesie.  I have a wonderful song,

 from an Indonesian country singer.  He sings about all the people of the world, white, black,

 rich, poor, who are in God’s eyes, all the same.   Could you please name the dance, “No Difference”.’

It’s not a hard dance in spite of the intermediate level grading, so give it a go.

It’s slow and emotive and I hope you enjoy it!  Our dancers love it.

                                      NO TAGS OR RESTARTS   youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxLmPXQ3qNI

 

                                      No Difference (Dutch Version)     as above

 

Darlin'                           32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level, Song by Johnny Reid

                                      Here’s another easy little dance that everyone will be able to manage.  Great Song!

                                      1 RESTART    youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASjqb8HuH4k

 

Mexican Snow              64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level, Song by Reba McEntire

                                      This dance was written by request for an easier dance to this lovely song.

We still do Rosalie Mackay’s terrific dance, Til It Snows In Mexico, but many dancers have to sit it out…..

So here is a dance that I hope you will all manage.  It’s not a beginner dance by any means, But if you

have been dancing for a year or so, you will manage it, no problems!

Hope you enjoy Mexican Snow…. Bet the Mexicans would  - if they could only get some! (-:

                                      1 TAG  youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r66aF2HMhwo

 

Rockin' Roxy                32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level, Song by Billy Yates

                                      Just a little fun dance.

                                      2 TAGS  Youtube:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ru-QO5JD6k

 

Memory Loss                32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level, Song by Leanne Womack

Terry Hogan wrote a lovely dance to this music some years ago  -  and we still do it in our classes. 

However, it is too hard for some of our people and this little dance should ensure that everyone is able to

get on the floor when the music comes on.  I hope there are others out there who will also appreciate the

simplicity of the dance because the music really feels lovely to dance to.

                                      ONE RESTART   video coming

 

DANCES FROM THE HERVEY BAY HAPPY HIPPIE WORKSHOP/BALL SEPT 09

Centered             Maddison Glover

Don't Tell Me       Kevin and Maria Smith

Fallen Angel        Travis  Taylor

Hangin On          Chris Watson

Hard To Find       Terry Dunbar

Last Call             Chris Watson

We Went Out        Chris Watson

What We Had       Donna De San Miguel

 

The Whole Lot                      32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level, song by Kenny Chesney

                                        ONE RESTART Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xbYgJ2Bs34

 

Right Over The Top               64 counts, Intermediate Level, song by George Strait

                                        2 RESTARTS

 

Do It Again                         32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate level, song by The Derailers

                                        NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Strait Action                        64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate level, song by George Strait

                                        2 RESTARTS   Youtube video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JRbq5z2e0s

 

Stronger Than Me                 32 counts, 2 walls, Easy dance, song by George Strait

                                        NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Love 'n Happiness                 32 counts, 4 walls, Intermediate level, song by Mark Knofler and Emmylou Harris

                                        NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Pick Me Marie!                     32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level, song by Billy Yates

                                        ONE RESTART    Youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MyUHIrc9Lg0

 

 

Waltzin' Without Your Love    48 counts, 4 walls, Intermediate level, song by Ernie Oldfield

                                        4 EASY TAGS

 

Blue Shades                         32 counts,  2 walls, Easy Intermediate level,   Song by Suzy Boggus

*Written by request for an easy dance to this lovely song.  Hope it is what you were looking for Ilse

There are 3 restarts and a tag in this dance, but they are easily recognised and oh so easy to do!

                                                This is a lovely little dance.  Youtube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN8TEl0TTA0

 

Blue Shades Dutch Translation  AS ABOVE      Youtube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN8TEl0TTA0

 

 

Blue Shades German Translation   AS ABOVE      Youtube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN8TEl0TTA0

 

 

Happy Birthday To You!         36 counts, 4 walls, Easy Dance, Song by Walt Disney

This dance is for Roger from Methven in NZ who is turning 60!

But…There is always SOMEONE who is having a birthday… it’s something

we can’t avoid even if  we want to. 

This is an easy little  dance that can be done in any class to help celebrate

that Special Day. The music makes it!  Enjoy!

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS   Youtube Video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P35x8NINfoE

 

Out Of Control                      64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Crystal Gayle

                                                Thanks to Ilse Hamers from Holland for this beautiful song. Hope you enjoy the dance Ilse.

                                        This is the easy dance to this song.  Below is ‘Control Yourself!’ which

                                                Is the Intermediate Level dance to the same song.

NO TAGS OR RESTARTS   Youtube Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QsTau2If6I

 

 Out Of Control Dutch Translation   AS ABOVE

 

Control Yourself!                  64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Crystal Gayle

                                        This dance is harder of course, but it’s nice!  No video as yet.

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Like It Like That                  64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Guy Sebastian

                                        I don’t usually write to pop, but now that Guy calls Hervey Bay ‘home’,

                                                He is almost like family!  (-:

                                                1 RESTART     Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuoK7hnzfPE

 

Mothers Hall Of  Fame          64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Glen Campbell and Steve Wariner

                                                This dance was by request and is for Norreen who lost her Mother today.

                                                We all have to face this situation at some stage, that’s the only sure thing about life….death.

                                                It helps to remember that LOVE NEVER DIES… but treasure your Mum while you have her!

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS      click here for youtube video link

 

DANCES FROM THE MAROOCHYDORE WORKSHOP ON 26TH July 09

Tartin' Around                      32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Gina Jeffrys

                                                We still do Terry Hogan’s dance Girls Night Out, it’s a golden oldie these days,

                                                but lots of dancers can’t manage it, and this dance is for them. Hope you enjoy it.

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS    video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnVIAqckOHQ

 

Lovin’ You,  Lovin’ Me         32 counts, 2 walls, Upper Beginner, Song by Ernie Oldfield

                                        The first in a series of dance I will be writing to this artist who died in a car accident

                                                just 12 months ago (June 2008). He has a most unusual voice, quite gravelly.

                                                The dance is easy as falling off a greased log!  (-:     Remember that old saying??

                                                Did you say yes???  Crickey, you must be old!  Howz the hips and knees going?  hehehehehe

                                                2 KICK BALL CHANGE TAGS  

                                                 see video on youtube  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MslR3thcHLw

 

You Belong With Me  32 counts,   2 walls,144  bpm,  Easy Intermediate level, Song by Taylor Swift

                                                This is an easy dance and the tags are easy too, so don’t discard the dance simply because of the tags.

                                                Hope you enjoy this Taylor Swift song. It is definitely not country like I remember it, but you know,

                                                all things change and we can’t afford to remain locked in the past…… or we might get OLD!!  (-:

                                                2 TAGS          YOUTUBE VIDEO   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aydH4YXuXxo

 

When Tomorrow Comes        64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Ann Tayler

                                        When Tomorrow comes it will be today and soon after that it

                                                will be yesterday, and soon after that you will be retired and

                                                wonder where the years have gone… been there done that!  (-:

                                                3 EASY ROCKING CHAIR TAGS  

                                                YOUTUBE VIDEO http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bscElw5fj58

 

Only When I Cry          64 counts, 4 walls, Intermediate Level, song by Dwight Yoakam

                                                Dwight’s a bit like me these days, a bit older and a bit droopier, but

                                                He is still a honey in my eyes!  Hope you think so too.

                                                1 RESTART

                                                 YOUTUBE VIDEO http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoink2SuO9k 

 

Waltzing With Crazy Blue Eyes      48 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Lacy J Dalton

                                                Written by request for Holland’s line dancing community

                                                I TAG 

                                                YOUTUBE VIDEO http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86QCPKzWv8g

 

Waltzing With Crazy Blue Eyes Easy Version     48 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int., song by Lacy J Dalton

                                                Written so that there is an easier dance to this lovely song.

                                                1 TAG   youtube video coming soon

 

Dandelion Wine Waltz 48 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, song by Blackmores Night

                                                Thanks to Annette from Nelson NZ for the music suggestion.

                                                Its pretty fast, well, it was for me anyhow, but if you are young and

                                                fit you may not find it so…..  5 really easy tags

                                                See video on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0tMB1CrRGA

 

B  'n  B                                    32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level, Song by Ernie Oldfield

                                                The 2nd dance in the series of Ernie Oldfield dances.

                                                1 TAG    

                                                See video on Youtube:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTe3yV_dE1k

 

 

 

 

As Requested, Jan Will Be Teaching From The Following 23 Dances At The Singapore Workshops In June 09

The Newer Dances are Listed First

Selective Hearing          32 counts, 2 walls,  120bpm,  Easy Intermediate level, song by Johnny Reid

                                                Please enjoy this little dance. I hope it’s a bit like the porridge in the fairy story

                                                of the 3 bears  “not too hard, not too easy, but just right”.

                                                That was what I tried to cook up for you anyhow  (-:

                                                1 TAG          

                                                  see Singapore Teach on youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30ipCv1mqSg

 

Country Music Forever         36 counts, 2 walls, 114 bpm, Intermediate Level, Song by Alan Jackson and George Strait

                                                Written by request of the Singapore Country Dance Association.

                                                This song has been around for a while, but the message is even more relevant today……

                                                PLEASE STOP CHANGING THE STYLE OF COUNTRY MUSIC…. WE LIKE IT HOW IT WAS!

                                                Yes, this song is called ‘Murder On Music Row”

                                                3 RESTARTS      

                                                see Singapore Teach on youtube     http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wv8Ln70NNUY

 

You're The Reason                32 counts, 2 walls, 96 bpm  Easy Intermediate, Song by Frizzell and West

                                                 Changed to 2 walls in April 2009 Lovely old song.

                                                1 TAG      youtube  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyu-Q5BJED0

 

Adalida Stomp                       64 easy counts,  2 walls,  148 bpm, Easy Intermediate level, song by George Strait

                                                Here’s another easy little dance. It does have 64 counts, but many  of the steps are 

                                                repetitive so I’m sure most dancers will manage it. I hope you enjoy it… especially

                                                if you enjoy  George Strait songs like I do!

                                                1 TAG           youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dc9_GD8uPCc    

 

There He Goes                        64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Trish Yearwood

                                                This dance is suitable for experienced dancers, it is definitely

                                                not an easy dance.

                                                1 RESTART  1 TAG    see on Youtube   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1xMRI5Fiu0

 

Dreamin'                                 32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

                                                A nice little dance which is very suitable for improvers and those dancers who are

                                                happy to do keep dancing at this level. Dance published in the UK magazine ‘Up Country Magazine’

                                                1 TAG     see on Youtube   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EAV3Rzu4iOQ

 

I Just Do                            64 counts,  2 walls, 120 bpm,  Intermediate level,  Song by Dave Sheriff

                                                Written for the Tamworth Country Music Festival January 09 

                                                Dance published on Dave Sheriff’s website

                                        NO TAGS/RESTARTS      See on Youtube http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=c6vY-SINPNE

 

My Woman's Waltz               48 counts, 2 walls, 112bpm, Intermediate Level.   Song by Robert Mizzell

                                                It’s not very often that you hear a song praising Women, so you’ve gotta love it!

                                                Another Tamworth 09 dance

                                                1 RESTART    youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISB8cfDoWSg

                                                 Singapore Teach, see on youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mp5HE3IC1Yo

 

Shovellin' Sunshine                64counts,   2 walls, 120 bpm,    Intermediate Level, Song by Ted Merthe/ Merthe//Harrington

                                                A special dance because of the song by independent artists. Another Tamworth dance.

                                                1 RESTART      See on Youtube http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=b5WgmjfOozQ

 

Seminole Wind                       32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by John Anderson

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Honky Tonk Merry Go Round   32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate level, Song by Patsy Cline

                                                Taught at the CLDAS ‘elementary’ workshop, Singapore June 09

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS 

                                                see Singapore Teach on youtube  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGCjBcLkOeI

 

Chains Of Gold            a terrific dance, will be posted to youtube soon

 

Calendar Girl                         see on youtube  http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=LC72GwYFad0

 

A Guy's Waltz              see on youtube  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhvesYWCC7Y                             

 

Angel Lies                         see on youtube   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZkyL4q5Xu0                                                                                                                                                 Unknown group…… Looks better when you know the steps!   (-:

 

Not Divine Intervention        see Singapore teach on youtube   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRL2dlylWiI    

 

Nothing New                 see on youtube               http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChuPFNnGE_Y     

 

Someone                        see on youtube               http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXn1s4gGSAA

 

Alamo Alley                  see on youtube               http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJKj8InIfw4

         

Tulsa Weave                 see on youtube               http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0fhlH-0B5E         

 

Love At First Waltz      see Singapore teach on youtube  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfVrwn8TA8w                                                                                   see class teach on youtube           http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzH-xw--zzc

 

Gotcha                                 will be posted to youtube soon

 

Staying Home               see Singapore Teach on youtube                  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ir7eZAZxw3Y ========================================================================================

 

 

The Best Love                         50 counts,  2 walls,  Intermediate level, Song by Adam Harvey 

                                                Written for Ross Atkinson from South Australia who’s recent brush with ill health

                                                Has made him appreciate the people who love him.

                                                1 TAG, 2 RESTARTS    see on Youtube    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rVwjHe_KeQ

 

 

The Second Best Love  50 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level Song by Adam Harvey

                                                Written by request for Bev Mullins as an easier dance to this song.

                                                ‘The Best Love’ is the intermediate level dance  (above)

                                                1 TAG, 2 RESTARTS 

 

Arms Of Luck                        64 counts,   2 walls, 144 bpm,  Easy Intermediate level, song by Jason Allen

                                                Although this dance has 64 counts, many of them are repetitive and there’s  no tags

                                                or restarts. Basically it’s an easy dance, so give it a go and see what you think.   

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Moonshadow                          32 counts,  2 walls,  96 bpm, Easy Intermediate level, song by T Graham Brown

                                                An easy dance with ‘sweeps’ written to a lovely song

                                                1 TAG

 

For The Last Time                 32 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate Level, Song by Carrie Underwood and Randy Travis

(I Told You So)                       This is such a beautiful song that I couldn’t resist writing a dance to it.

                                                1 TAG  Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQ4lQHKUy4A

 

 

No Laughing Matter    34& counts,  2 walls, 96 bpm,  Intermediate level, song by Rick Trevino

                                                It’s a privilege to have been asked to  choreograph for Holland’s Line dance community

                                                I hope I have given you something that you will like.  The dance is not hard but it is still

                                                interesting enough and the song by Rick Trevino is good old country music.

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

I Shall Return                         32 counts,  4 walls, 120 bpm,  Intermediate level, song by Billy Currington

                                                Written for  Holland’s line dancing community, by request.

                                                2 TAGS, 1 RESTART

 

To Die For                    32 counts, 2 walls, Upper level of Easy Intermediate, Song by Ty Herndon

                                                To Die For’ is not a beginner dance, in fact it is a bit tricky in parts, but it is

                                                still very manageable for the ‘middle of the road’ dancer… AND THE MUSIC IS JUST LOVELY.

                                                3 RESTARTS   Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxwRLVUvlT4 

 

Peppy Toe                     32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Lisa Del Bo

                                                Here’s an easy little dance that most people should manage.

                                                It is not country music, but it’s pretty good to dance to all the same

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS    see on Youtube  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Be45s5vrEk

 

Woman To Woman             64counts,   2 walls, 120 bpm,    Intermediate Level, l Song by The Lyns

                                        Another one of the Tamworth 09 dances

                                                2 RESTARTS

 

Remain Silent                         32 counts,   2 walls, 80 bpm,  Intermediate level, Song by Perfect Stranger

                                                Although this is a 32 count dance, you  will need to be an accomplished dancer to master it…..

                                                Mainly because of the timing. Taught at Tamworth 09

                                                1 TAG      See on Youtube http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=dD7YrJYcKhw

 

Accordion Waltz           48 counts,  2 walls, 144 bpm, Intermediate level,  Song by Isla Grant

                                                Written by request for Myra from Torbanlea Qld. Myra loves waltzes and gave me the music.

                                                  Being a bit of a waltz freak myself, I was, of course, happy to oblige. Taught at Tamworth 09

                                        1 TAG/RESTART

 

ICU                                   64 counts, 4 walls, 108 bpm,  Intermediate Level, Song by Marie Haslemore

                                                Revised at the Tamworth 09 workshops by request… A LOVELY DANCE!

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Here And Now                       64 counts,  2 walls,  120bpm, Easy Intermediate Level, Song by Darryl Worley

                                                Another Tamworth 09 dance

                                                1 RESTART

 

               

 

DANCES 2008

 

Little Tango Cha          32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Jaci Velasveauz

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Walkin The Honky Tonk      64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Kentucky Headhunters

                                                2 TAGS, 1 RESTART       See on Youtube  http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=hbMSKUkzSxU

 

THE FOLLOWING DANCES MARKED WITH GREEN WERE TAUGHT

AT THE NEW ZEALAND WORKSHOP 0N 25th OCTOBER 08

 

I Could But.....              64 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by Ronnie Dunn and Ashley Munro

                                                2 RESTARTS

 

Seminole Wind                         32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by John Anderson

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

 

Old Bridges                     64 counts, 2 walls, 120 bpm, Intermediate, Song by Billy Joe Royal

                                                WATCH ON YOUTUBE    http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5Wm1F5AYW0

                                                2 RESTARTS

 

Angel Of The Boardwalk 64 counts, 2 walls, 112 bpm, Intermediate, Song by Billy Joe Royal

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Just The Guy                           32 counts, 2 walls, 112bpm, Easy Int., Song by Toby Keith

                                                WATCH ON YOUTUBE    http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=G7r1mzjpJ0c

                                                1 RESTART

 

Decisions                                  64 counts, 2 walls, 140 bpm, Easy Int., Song by Joe Nichols

                                                WATCH ON YOUTUBE  http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=-LSEwyYnbls

                                                1 RESTART 

 

In My Shirt                     32 counts, 2 walls, 120 bpm, Easy Int, Song by Keith Urban

                                                WATCH ON YOUTUBE   http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=cq3byR2ZLuk

 

 

Incompletely                        72 counts, 2  walls, 112 bpm,  Easy Int. Song by Neil McCoy

                                        Written by request for an easier dance to ‘Completely’, which is the reason for

                                                 the name ‘Incompletely’

                                                1 RESTART

 

Tattoo Waltz                             48 counts, 2 walls, 120 bpm, Intermediate, Song by Steve Wariner

                                                1 TAG

 

Something Stupid                     64 counts, 4 walls, 104 bpm, Intermediate, Song by Raul Malo and Trisha Yearwood

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

A Dance Of Love                       64 counts, 2 walls, 88 bpm, Intermediate, Song by The Judds

                                                1 EASY 2 COUNT TAG (sway left right)

                                               

 

Come On Back To Me             32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int. 120 bpm, Song by Carlene Carter

                                                Written especially to teach at our Green Social which was held in honour

                                                of our          New Zealand visitors in June 08. It was our official way of saying

                                                ‘come          on back ya’all’…… and we sure hope they do.

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Heavenly Plus                      32 counts, single wall, Easy Int.  120bpm, 16 count intro, Song by The Mavericks

                                                Written by request for Shirley, instructor for The Mavericks, Sunshine Coast, Qld

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

A Woman In Love         32 counts, 2  walls, Easy Int, 88 bpm, 32 count intro  Song by Barbra Streisand

                                                Written by request for Juliet Lam from Texas

                                                2 RESTARTS

 

El Paso Lady                        32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int, 120 bpm, Song by Gene Watson

                                                This is a beautiful song and the dance feels nice to do.

                                                1 RESTART

 

Sun Arise                            56 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate but not hard, 120 bpm, Song by Graeme Connors

(In Darwin)                         Written especially for my Darwin workshops in May 08

                                                WATCH ON YOU TUBE http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8_Dfxfp6uI 

                                                3 EASY TAGS – stomp, stomp

 

Welfare Line                        32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int, 128 bpm, Song by Buck Owens

                                        Written by request for Peter O’Shea from Darwin.

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Buffalo Bill                          48 syncopated counts, 2 walls, 72 bpm, Intermediate, Song by Sarah Storer

                                                Written by request for Jan Neilson from Darwin who married her own Buffalo Bill recently.

                                                WATCH ON YOUTUBE  http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=VAuFEW9IvFk

                                                3 RESTARTS, all at the same place… too easy!

 

Nickelodeon                         32 counts, 2 walls,  Easy Intermediate, 100 bpm, Song by Teresa Brewer

                                                Written by request for Des Goss from Hervey Bay.

                                                A fun little dance to a song from the past.  All you old buggers will know it! (-:

                                                2 TAGS

 

A Tender Night                     32 counts, 2 walls,  Easy Int,  112 bpm, Song by Carlene Carter

                                        I totally love this song, hope you do too

                                                WATCH ON YOU TUBE   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gk9NzU426T0 

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Oklahoma Breeze                  32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Int., 112 bpm, Song by Reba McEntire, Ron Dunn

                                                Written by request for an easier dance to Oklahoma Wind. Now everyone can

                                                hit the floor and dance to this beautiful song.

                                                WATCH ON YOU TUBE    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZN7YZQNV1fk 

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

When                                 64 counts, 2 walls,Intermediate, 132 bpm  Song by The Three Degrees

                                                Written for Juliet Lam from Texas USA who wishes to dedicate it to her

                                                 husband Steve on their 32nd wedding anniversary on 26th June. Congratulations

                                                 and best wishes for a continuing happy life together. I must say that the name of

                                                the song sounded ominous until Juliet explained that when they were first dating he

                                                 used to always say ‘When will I see you again”. Wonder if he still says that!  (-:

                                                WATCH ON YOU TUBE  http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=F2w642yykTA&feature=related

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Too Much For Me                 48 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, 128bpm, Song by Brady Seals

                                                One of the workshop dances for Darwin.  I love this dance with a

                                                rock n roll feel.  NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

Waltz With You                    48 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, 108 bpm, Song by Teddy Thompson

                                                I wrote this dance as an easy alternative to Terry Hogan’s ‘All I Want’.

                                        Although easy, this dance still has a bit of a challenge about it and is not intended

                                                as a  beginner dance.  I have typed the lyrics of the song on the step sheet so you can

                                                sing along as you dance.. Just sing ‘all I want to do is waltz with you’ instead of

                                                singing  all I want to do is live with you’.  It’s such a beautiful song!

                                                2 EASY RESTARTS

 

Blue Canadian Waltz              48 counts, 2 walls, VERY EASY, 128 bpm, Song by Sweethearts Of The Rodeo

                                                I have written the dance for our Improver level dancers and have a

                                                 feeling that this  level waltz to this old song may appeal to lots more

                                                people out there…. Hope  you enjoy them both!

                                                1 RESTART

 

 

Doin' The Dallas                   WATCH ON YOU TUBE    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qWpvwJpdqk

                                                   52 counts, 2 walls, Intermediate, Song by Carlene Carter

                                                  We love this dance and we love the song too.

                                                  NO TAGS, but leave the last 4 counts off walls 1 and 3.. easy stuff!

 

 

Without Wings                     WATCH ON YOU TUBE  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9oRtHpZzJE

                                          32 counts, 2 walls Intermediate, Song by Westlife

                                                   Once you get this dance it feels lovely to do.. such a beautiful song!

                                                   NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

M.C.D.  (Mad Cowboy Disease)    WATCH ON YOU TUBE  http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=CTakZp7seJs 

                                                   48 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by John Michael Montgomery

                                   This style of music takes me right back to how it used to be when I first started

                                                   dancing about 15 years ago. Talk about nostalgia!! 

                                                    Love it!   Hope you  do too and that you  enjoy the dance – it’s just a bit of fun!

                                                    1 RESTART

 

 

Just Got Started                        FEATURED IN LINEDANCER MAGAZINE (UK) JUNE 08

                                        WATCH ON YOU TUBE   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UD67WQ8W1Cc 

                                                32 counts, 2 walls, Beginner 96 bpm   Song by James Otto

                                                Written for our beginners to learn cross/shuffles, this easy

                                                little dance feels great to do and is already popular.

                                                No tags, but leave the last 4 counts off walls 4 & 7

 

Half A Nip Of Baileys             WATCH ON YOU TUBE  http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=C-owUa_cShY   

                                        32 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by David King

                                        An easier alternative to Maggies dance Irish Spirit (aka Baileys)

                                                I love Maggies dance but unfortunately, there are lots of people out there

who just can’t manage such a challenging dance.  They’d like to, I know,

because they love the feel of the music, but their bodies won’t keep up

with their minds……. and this dance is for those people. (I’m one of them!)

Hope it does the trick for you!

No offence to Maggie at all as I hold her in the highest esteem .

She’s incredible to watch, -  a legend in her own time!

1 TAG

 

 

Laid Back                                 WATCH ON YOU TUBE  http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=ED3RonQ5oOM 

32 counts, 4 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by Alan Jackson

                                                To my ears anyhow, Alan Jackson has changed his style of singing,

                                                but fortunately it is still good!  The older I get, the more things seem

                                                change  -  funny about that…..or maybe not so funny!  (-:

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

A Time To Waltz                   48 counts,  2  walls, 144 bpm,   Easy Intermediate ,  Song by Jim Croce 

                                        Written by request from students for an instructor’s birthday

                                                ONE RESTART

 

Now                                   WATCH ON YOU TUBE   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llr7Z8rECqU

64 counts, 2 walls, Easy Intermediate, Song by The Eagles

                                                Written for Lorraine from Hervey Bay for her first competition, at age 70

                                                A lovely smooth dance which should suit all levels.

                                                NO TAGS OR RESTARTS

 

The Surprise                        32 counts,   2 walls, 88 bpm,     Easy Intermediate Song by Theresa Teng

Written by request from Brenda Bianco for a  dance to Chinese music  for the

Matilda Chinese New Year Picnic 2008.  It is to be a surprise for the ladies

           at the picnic. This was the closest I had to Chinese music  so hope it is suitable. 

                                                The song by Theresa Teng and the China Dolls….. and it’s soooooo nice!

 

Toreador                                  WATCH ON YOU TUBE   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srun2rYOv1Y

64 counts, 4 walls, 120 bpm, Intermediate, Song by Ricky Martin

                                                First choreographed in 1995 for the Helensvale Competition where it

                                                won the Open Duo event.  It has been revised 13 years later for the

Macksville Competition in March 2008.  Makes me feel very OLD when

I realize how many years have gone past, and believe me, the body

doesn’t take too kindly to being a ‘Toreador’ these days!  (-:

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