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The Sparkling Loch

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THE SPARKLING LOCH (R3x32) 3C Set Nel Bolton Let's All Dance Too

1- 8 1s cross RH, cast down 1 place (2s step up); 1s cross LH and cast up to top place (2s step down)
9-16 1s+2s+3s dance mirror reels of 3 on own sides (1s in and down to start). Hands may be given in reels
17-24 1s lead down for 2 steps, lead up and cast to 3rd place (2s+3s step up bars 7-8)
25-32 3s+1s set twice and turn partners RH

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)


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