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 Swing the Fractions

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From parallel waves, or other appropriate formations: Those who can Turn 1/4 by the Right, those who can Turn 1/2 by the Left, those who can Turn 3/4 by the Right, those who can Turn 1/2 by the Left, and those who can Turn 1/4 by the Right.

e.g., from right-hand waves:

or from left-hand waves:

For each part of the call, there must be a dancer performing this part and the immediately preceding or following one. For example, the call is not proper from Magic Columns.

This is a 5-part call, with each arm turn being one part. "Swing the Fractions 4/5" is common.

This definition is from CALLERLAB  www.callerlab.org.
It is provided here for informational and educational purposes only.

Swing The Fractions

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