Re: [Callers] Square through vs Cross-trail

You can go to Callerlab's website for a good definition of Square thru.  It is typically called as square thru 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 hands.  Square thru 1 is simply a right pull by.   The definition of cross trail (thru) may appear on their website as well , but may not be defined as used in contras.  Cross trail thru fell from common use is MWSD in the early 90s because its definition was not precise, but rather depended on the starting and finishing position.  I still do occasionally hear it called in New England for traditionally oriented dance crowds.  Depending on the application, you may be able to substitute star thru then pass thru for cross trail thru. I would love some simple 64 step square dance figures that use cross trail thru.  Rich Sbardella Stafford, CT ________________________________ From: Bob Hofkin <bhofkin(a)middleJ.com> To: Caller's discussion list <callers(a)sharedweight.net> Sent: Monday, December 30, 2013 7:41 AM Subject: Re: [Callers] Square through vs Cross-trail On 12/30/2013 01:58, James Saxe wrote: Great explanation, Jim. The one additional detail I would add is that a square through 3, 4, or 5 hands is choreographically different from a cross-trail through. Thanks, Bob _______________________________________________ Callers mailing list Callers(a)sharedweight.net http://www.sharedweight.net/mailman/listinfo/callers