The music for this dance is in 3-4 time, and consists of one Mazourka step and one Polka step, counting three to each step, six in all. Some years ago the Polka Mazourka obtained a marked degree of popularity. It is a pleasing dance for those who enjoy subdued motion, but it was supplanted in popular favor by a prevailing taste for something fast. The following are the steps:

FIRST STEP.

Slide the left foot forward to the left; count one.

SECOND STEP.

Bring the right foot up to the left; at the same time raise the left foot, extending it, pointing the foot down; count two.

THIRD STEP.

Bring the left foot back close to the right, the toe pointing downwards and raised from the floor, at the same time springing on the right foot, without touching the left on the floor; count three.

FOURTH STEP.

Slide the left foot forward; count four.

FIFTH STEP.

Bring the right foot up to where the left was, raising the left foot in front; count five.

SIXTH STEP.

Face on the left foot, raising the right foot, resting at the same time, turning halfway round; count six.

Then commence with the right foot as at “first,” and continue.

The first three steps should be taken sideways, partners facing each other.