Of recent years the Two-step has become very popular. It is similar to the Galop, its characteristic feature consisting in a difference of accentuation. The movements of the Two-step occur and are counted on the first and third beats of the bar, a pause being made on the second beat, thus—one and two.

The steps for the gentlemen are as follows:

FIRST STEP.

Slide the left foot sideways to the left, bringing the right foot behind, close up to the left, in the third position; count one.

SECOND STEP.

Slide the left foot diagonally forward, turning half round on the left foot, and bringing the right foot, toe pointing to the floor, behind and close up to the ankle of the left foot; count two.

The same is now repeated with the right foot, using each foot alternately to commence the step. The couples may dance forward or backward, turning either to the right or left, as inclination may direct; or they may make the movement in a straight line. In the latter case, the gentleman straightens his arm, placing the lady a little more to his right. He then slides backward, making the steps in the same manner as described, without turning, the lady, of course, moving forward simultaneously.