FORMATION:
Circle of dancers.
Starting Position: A circle of dancers all facing the center.

Introduction begins with clapping twice and then five times.

1. Dig: With weight on L, point R foot to R corner as both hands go down R, palms up. Repeat to L.
2. Carry: Step forward R, R hand up, L hand on R shoulder. Repeat to L.
3. Lantern: Step back L as R hand (palm out) goes to forehead, look back, L hand back. Repeat to R.
4. Push: Push forward R, forward R as hands push forward. Repeat.
5. Turn: Turn L, spread movement with R hand over L, palms down.
6. Clap: Clap three times and repeat

Tanko Bushi:


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