livanoy_steps.pdf

Livan Oy

Source : Livan Oy (Lee-one Ooy) is a folk song from Tunceli and the steps are typical from the region and could

be done with other songs also. Livan is the name of a girl.

Meter: 6/4 and 4/4

Formation : Semi-circle, little fingers hold in W position.

Introduction: 4 times of 6/4 measure

Described and presented by: Ahmet Lüleci, 1994

Counts

FIG. 1 - arms up W position, little fingers hold, bounce arms

Step on R to R

Step on L to R, crossing R

Step on R to R

Touch L in place next to R, bounce from knees

Step on L to L

Touch R in place next to L

FIG. 2 - arms down, V position

1, &

Face LOD and step on R FWD; Bring L next to R moving LOD

Step on R FWD

3, &

Step FWD on L; Bring R next to L moving LOD

Step FWD on L

Step on R w/turning toward centre, and bounce on knees

2 quick and soft bounces on both feet

Step on L to L, facing centre

Touch R heel in place, facing centre

Dance Notes - Turkey