Za Ramo - Macedonia

Za Ramo
Macedonia

Notes by Andrew Carnie

Also Known As: A closely related dance done in 7/8 time is often called “Lesnoto” , in some areas the couple dance sˇota has this as a variant circle dance form. See also the Hora.
Formation: Open Circle, leads to the Right (counter clockwise)
Handhold : W position
Style: Women’s steps are small and low to the ground. Men’s are
Meter 2/4

This is only one variant of the dance Za Ramo, other styles are found.

Bar 1 Step R to R (1), Cross L in front of R (2 )

Bar 2 Step R to R (1), touch L (no weight) next to R (2)

Bar 3 Step L to L (1), touch R (no weight) next to L (2)