Western Square Dances

By Ralph J. McNair

Book Overview

Western Square Dances by Ralph J. McNair is a comprehensive guide to the traditional American folk dance of square dancing. The book covers all aspects of square dancing, including the history and origins of the dance, the basic steps and formations, and the various calls and cues used by callers to guide dancers through the dance. The author also provides detailed instructions for a variety of specific dances, including traditional square dances, contra dances, and round dances. The book is illustrated with diagrams and photographs to help readers understand the steps and formations, and includes a glossary of terms and a list of resources for further study. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced square dancer, Western Square Dances is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in this lively and engaging dance form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428613714
• ISBN13: 9781428613713
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"