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2 American Square Dance, February 2008 AMERICAN M SQUAREDANCE "The International Magazine of Square Dancing" Subscribe Today! 1Year 2 Years (12 Issues) (24 Issues) USA $27.50* $50.00* CANADA $69.50* FOREIGN $92.50** USPS First Class Mail *Florida Residents add 7% sales tax **Foreign subscription rate applies to most countries - price subject to change due to international postal rates.
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American Square Dance, February 2008 3 Creative Choreography 29
Editorial 5 Your Rovin' Corners 33
CALLERLAB Viewpoints 6 From The Mail Room 34
57th National Square Dance Voice of the Solo Dancer 35 Convention 8 On The Record — Rounds 39 On The Record — Squares 10 The Country Line 43 Cue Tips 15 Advertiser Index 45 American Callers' Assoc Viewpoints 18 All Things Considered 46
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4 American Square Dance, February 2008 In the Month of February we celebrate, (at least in the USA) President Lincoln's and Washington's Birthdays. Some celebrate traditionally and some take a three day weekend for Presidents day. Also in the Month of February some of us celebrate Valentines Day, a day for sharing, giving and loving. I would like to take this opportunity to mention, President Lincoln worked to unite a divided nation. Maybe it is time for Callers to try and unite. As I read articles and letters from differing Caller Associations, I see more similarities than discrepancies. I see Callers railing for differing programs, some easier and others more challeng- ing. What I also see is Caller organizations reminding everyone that Callers are entertainers. If and when we lose dancers it is usually not the fault of the program, it is club politics, cliques and dancers not having a good time. Regardless of dance level, dancers spend their money looking for entertainment. I grant you at differ- ing clubs the entertainment may be different. I have attended clubs where on the first tip there were fifteen squares on the floor, for the rest of the evening there were four or five squares on the floor. The rest of the dancers were talking, eating and socializing. Callers as professional entertainers should try and read the dancers, just as a good comedians read their audience. Try and reach the majority or your dancers with what entertainment they came to enjoy. If you are calling for a C-3 group, this will be different from a fun loving Mainstream club. If you are calling for a DBD Mainstream club this will be different from a social club. If you are calling for a convention or festival, this will be different from a club. Callers are paid professionals, not much sometimes, but if you take money, your dancers deserve your best. Callers, show a little sharing, show a little giving and show a little love. We all want the same thing. We all want dancers on the dance floor having a good time. AMERICAN ff)" SQUAREDANCE 34 E. Main Street, Apopka, FL 32703 1-888-LUV-2-DNC (1-888-588-2362) AmericanSquareD ance earthlink. net
American Square Dance, February 2008 CALL I LA ip) VIEWPOINTS
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CALLERLAB Convention 2008 The 2008 CALLERLAB convention will be held March 17-19, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. The theme for the 2008 convention is "Lights, Camera, Action!" This theme will be highlighted in the major panel discussions during the convention. There will be interest sessions, demonstrations, committee meetings, and discussions of ways to win the recruiting and retention challenges facing the square dance activity. Included will be sessions on digital music editing, various methods of teaching, how to entertain dancers, leadership, and others. We will be asking attendees to provide input on dancing, calling and also contributing to various committee projects. This is your opportunity to make your voice heard where it counts! A Beginner Dance Party Leader Seminar will be held on Saturday and Sunday (March 15 and 16) immediately prior to the convention. This seminar has been one of the popular attractions at our convention. This is your opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business as they demonstrate their skills and talents in entertaining non-dancers at a Beginner Dance Party. The Convention program will focus on ways of recruiting and retaining new dancers, entertainment, and improving the activity. There will be sessions focus- ing on many of the aspects of successful recruiting and retention experiences. We will again offer a session specifically designed for the newer caller. This session will help members who have been calling less than 6-8 years with information of special interest for the new caller. Other sessions will discuss how to use digital music, a different choreographic management system, information from the National Dance Association, calling in schools and for handicapable groups, sound equipment issues, and other technical aspects of our trade. We will again offer individual voice sessions with Professor Arden Hopkin. There will also be other voice sessions with emphasis on the use and care of your voice. There will also be a limited number of individual voice sessions and also limited number of sessions with one on one sessions with a CALLERLAB Accredited Caller-Coach to receive personal pointers on improving your calling, ask specific questions regarding choreography and perhaps learn more on how to become a Caller-Coach. Again this year there will be special sessions of interest to Ad- vanced callers. Of course, many of the most popular past sessions will be re- peated. CALLERLAB is you! The annual convention is your opportunity to meet and talk with others who share your interest. It is also an opportunity to participate in
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REASONS TO ATTEND CALLERLAB CONVENTION 1) The opportunity to spend time and communicate common ideas with legends and leaders within CALLERLAB and the square dance activity. 2) Attend educational sessions that introduce new and exciting ideas. A great way to renew the excitement of the activity. 3) See vendors showing the latest in fashion, equipment, and other products. 4) Voice training sessions adapted to the needs of each participant. 5) Great social mixers via meals, dances and hallway conversations with old and new friends. 6) Feel special for attending a professional convention along with highly re- spected peers. 7) Have a direct voice to committee and membership meetings. Let people know your thoughts, ideas, opinions, concerns, and views as it pertains to each issue and committee. Share in discussions and provide your input to help lead the way and develop the future of square dancing. 8) Enjoy demonstrations of different dances and methods of calling, both old and new.
American Square Dance, February 2008 7 57th National Square wooilitDE OH THE PRflof Dance Convention 2008 "Promenade On The Prairie" sr' -4411.16., Wichita, Kansas — June 25-28, 2008 National Square Dance Convention'
CONVENTION SOUND KANSAS The main sound for the 57th National Square Dance Convention' will be provided by BOHICA SOUNDWERKS, owned by Ben Goldberg, a California caller. Ben has visited our facilities twice. The Sunflower Board expects the sound to be outstanding. The House Sound will be used for several educational seminars and meetings. The 57th National Square Dance Convention® Sound Committee will be diligent throughout the Convention to ensure that the sound remains excellent in all venues.
FIRST AID A first aid room will be located in the upstairs connecting lobby between the Century II Convention Center and the Hyatt Regency Wichita Hotel. A certified EMT will man it during all dancing hours. A second EMT will be roving between the three dance facilities, Century H Convention Center, Hyatt Regency Wichita Hotel, and the Broadview Hotel. A doctor and several nurses are registered for the Convention and will be available. In addition, a list of dentists and emergency care centers is being prepared for dancers who may need help during the 57th National Square Dance Convention'.
OPENING CEREMONY "Promenade On The Prairie" is about the beautiful, open lands of Kansas, with the bluest of skies and friendly Kansans waiting to show their hospitality during a week of fun-filled dancing and education. During the Ceremonies, we look forward to greeting and entertaining the many guests, with a friendly Kansas "Welcome." At the Opening Ceremony, "A Prairie Welcoming." on Wednesday, June 25, at 4:30pm, dancers and spectators will be "gathered" and lead by Bagpipers from two locations. Lead by either our General Chairman or Assistant
9) Learn interesting facts of history pertaining to the activity and be a part of the future! 10) Meet members of the Board of Governors. Attend Board of Governor infor- mal meetings to express your concerns and ideas directly to Board members. Quiz current BOG members and candidates for the Board to help determine your votes for the future BOG members.
Dana Schirmer became the Assistant Executive Director of CALLERLAB in April of 2005 and works from his home in Berryton, Kansas. He started dancing in 1968 and began calling in 1978. He has served two terms on the Board of Governors and is currently on staff at Kirkwood Lodge providing dance enter- tainment to non square dance families.
8 American Square Dance, February 2008 General Chairman, you will "parade" I m to A. Price Woodard Park, the location of the official 57th National Square Going Nee Ribbons ?resell Your Event Dance Convention® Opening Cer- to the the best eventadvertising emony. In this outdoor amphitheater, 58th National next to word at mouth Square Dance the Bagpipers will present a short per- omputerized Graphics & formance. Ceremonies will begin at Convention cypese.rting 5:00pm with our National Anthem, Long Beach, CA 1:111tp,etiti ve Prices sung by Mike Sikorsky, followed by June 24 - 27, 2009 service the Pledge of Allegiance, and invoca- 0 I. G Designs tion. Welcome remarks and the ribbon PO Box 1639, Tracy, CA 5378 209-830.2929 - Col 209-814-0277 cutting will officially kick-off this great small - ribbons@blgdesigncnot Convention. With enthusiasm going, you will follow a "trail" of sunflowers and proceed directly to the Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center for the Wednesday Evening Special Event. If you have registered for the Special Event, a delicious BBQ dinner, beginning at 6:00pm, will be served, followed by the Prairie Wranglers, an all cowboy musical entertainment. There are Trail End Dances after the Special Events to get your feet moving. It's a wonderful place to re-new old and make new friendships. Come be a part of a fun experience in June 2008 as we express a big Kansas Welcome showing "Prairie People Do Make The Difference."
HOUSING Hotel rooms are available; the choices of hotels are limited. Check the web page, www.57nsdc.com, for possible hotel choices. Be sure to indicate four hotel choices on the Registration Form. We must have credit card information to guarantee the room for the first night. Your housing acknowledgements, mailed by the Greater Wichita Convention & Visitors Bureau, will arrive separately from your Convention Confirmation. If an email address is supplied, the acknowledgement will come by email. Otherwise, it will arrive via the U.S. Postal Service. We strive to have the information to you within 21 days after registration is received. Do not call the hotels directly as they will not have housing information until after June 1, 2008. If you have questions or changes, please contact us by email at [email protected], by phone at 1-785-266-3106, or by mail at P.O. Box 5790, Topeka, KS 66605-5790. Bus Passes are ONLY available to dancers booking their housing needs through the Convention. We cannot bus dancers from non-participating hotels. Park Free at the hotel and ride the bus! Saves Stress, Money and Feet for Great Dancing!
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Crazy Arms (Blue Star BS 2537) Gary Shoemake Released by Ray Price in the mid 1950's. A crooner with a piano, guitar, bass, fiddle and steel with easy percussion. Good keyboard fills. The dancers will glide on this one. Available on vinyl and CD. Hds (Sds) Square Thru, Right Hand Star, Hds (Sds) Star Left Full Turn, R & L Thru, Swing Thru, Boys Run, Half Tag, Swing Corner, Promenade.
I Wish I Had Loved You Better (ESP 113) Elmer Sheffield Recorded by Eddie Arnold in 1974. Halfway up the energy scale. Guitar, steel, bass, banjo and percussion. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hd (Sd) Ladies Chain, Hds (Sds) Promenade Half Lead Right, Veer Left, Ladies Hinge, Diamond Circulate, Flip the Diamond, Boys Crossfold, Swing Corner, Promenade.
Traveling Minstrel Man (ESP 1114) Marshall Flippo Recorded by Bobby Bare in the early 1970's. A toe tapper with a guitar, rolling banjo, piano, bass, and drums. Quality ESP music. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Square Thru, R & L Thru, Veer Left, Couples Circulate, Chain Down the Line, Slide Thru, Pass That. Trade By, Swing Corner, Promenade.
If You're Going Thru Hell (Gramophone GP 401) Jerry Jestin A cover of a top country hit written and recorded by Rodney Atkins. Straight forward beat from an electronic keyboard, piano, guitar, steel, bass and percus- sion. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Promenade Half Lead Right, Veer Left, Couples Trade, Bend the Line, R & L Thru, Tch 1/4, All Circulate, Boys Run, R & L Thru, Half Sashay, Swing Corner, Promenade.
Rockin' Robin (Platinum 227) Jerry Biggerstaff Recorded in 1958 by Bobby Day and again in 1972 by teenager Michael Jackson plus others. A rocker from a saxophone, guitar, organ, bass and drums. Key change in closer. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Square Thru, R & L Thru, Veer Left, Ferris Wheel, Centers Veer Left, Veer Right, Single Circle, Rare Back, Star Thru, Roll, Swing Corner, Promenade.
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I'm Alright (Royal 145) Jerry Story Mid range energy. Fiddle, sax, guitar, bass and dobro with a good drum beat. Recorded by Jo Dee Messina in 1998. Available on vinyl. Hds (Sds) Promenade Half Sds (Hds) Make a Right Hand Star Once Around, R & L Thru, 8 Chain 6, Swing Corner, Promenade.
I Wonder Do You Think Of Me (Snow SNW 1107) Kenny Reese A smooth ballad recorded by Keith Whitley in the late 1980's. A mix of steel, piano, bass and percussion with well place tiffs and runs to give a full sound. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Promeade Half Pass the Ocean, Extend, Swing Thru, Boys Run, Chain Down the Line, Tch 1/4, Scoot Back, Boys Run, Swing Corner, Promenade.
Splish Splash (Chaparral C 218) Jerry Haag A chart topper by Bobby Darin in 1973. This will add energy to your dance. Sax, piano, guitar, bass and drums with chases. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Promenae Half, Tch 1/4, Boys Run, R & L Thru, Veer Left, Couples Circulate, Chain Down the Line, Tch 1/4, Girls Run, Swing Corner, Promenade.
After The Lovin' (Chaparral C 520) Ken Bower A big hit by Englebert Humperdinck in 1976. A smooth oldie from a mix of electric keyboard, piano, harmonica, chimes, guitar, banjo, bass and gentle per- cussion. Croon this one. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Promenade Half, R & L Thru, Tch 1/4, Boys Run, Swing Thru, Spin the Top, Recycle, Reverse Flutterwheel, Keep Her Promenade.
Royal Telephone (B Bar H BBH 20004) Brian Hotchkies Written in 1919 based on Romans 8:35. A cheery Gospel tune from a piano, tuba, organ, strings and gentle drums. Key change in closer. Available on CD and MP3. It has an extended instrumental track and a vocal track 9 times thru for a six couple set. Hds (Sds) R & L Thru, Square Thru, Sds (Hds) Half Sashay, Swing Thru, Boys Run, R & L Thru, Pass Thru, Wheel & Deal, Centers Pass Thru, Swing Corner, Promenade.
American Square Dance, February 2008 11 Till The Answer Comes (Crown CRC 129) Texas Po' Boys Recorded and co-written by Paul Overstreet. A good one for harmonizing. Upbeat Southern gospel from a mix of steel, fiddle, mandolin, bass and drums Key change in middle break and closer. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Square Thru, DoSaDo to a Wave, Ladies Trade, Swing Thru, Boys Run, Tag the Line, Girls Zoom, Boys U Turn back, Swing Corner, Promenade.
Take A Chance (Sting Sir 302) Oxendine and Story Written by Country Roads, an English recording group. Many of these band members were session players for early Sting releases. Upbeat mix of harmonica, guitar, steel, fiddle, bass and percussion with lots of drive. Key change. Available on CD and MP3. Four Ladies Chain, Hds (Sds) Promenade 114 Star Thru, Pass Thru, Allemande Left, R & L Grand, On the Third Hand. Turn Thru, Swing Corner, Promenade.
Music Box Dancer (TNT 211) Dan Faria A re-release of a popular oldie. Bubbly synthesizer sound. Use it for patter. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Promenade Half, R & L Thru, Square Thru, DoSaDo, Swing Thru, Boys Trade, Swing Corner, Promenade.
After They've Seen Paree (Blue Star BS 802) Buddy Weaver Written in 1919. A happy mix from a guitar, sax, piano and bass with easy percussion. Available on MP3. Also available on CD, Dance Ranch 1080, and on vinyl, Blue Star 2303. Standard Ferris Wheel Figure.
New York, New York (Blue Star BS 2511) Mark Clausing A cover of hits by Frank Sinatra and Roger Williams. Big band sound. Dancers will glide on this one. Piano, sax, horns, electronic keyboard, bass and percussion. Key change in closer. Hds (Sds) Square Thru, DoSaDo, Swing Thru, Boys Run, Ferris Wheel, Pass Thru, Tch 1/4, Scoot Back, Swing Corner, Promenade.
Cupid (Hi Hat HH 5276) Masura Wada A Latin beat on this release just in time for Valentine's Day. A mix of electronic keyboard, strings, bass and percussion. Recorded in one key. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Promenade Half Square Thru, R & L Thru, Veer Left, Couples Circulate, Half Tag, Scoot Back 2 X's, Swing Corner, Promenade.
All You Wanna Do Is Dance (Silver Sounds SSR 247) Corben Geis Recorded by Billy Joel. A sweet modern electronic sound with a percussion track. Background harmony voices. Available on vinyl and MP3. Hds (Sds) Square Thru, DoSaDo, Swing Thru, Boys Run, Bend the Line, R & L Thru, Pass the Ocean, Recycle, Swing Corner, Promenade.
Tears In Heaven / Sugar (Dance Ranch 1112) Lottie Ainsworth Released in 1992 by Eric Clapton. A mix of guitars, electronic keyboard, bass and drums with background chases. Available on CD. Recorded in one key. Hds (Sds) Star Thru, Square Thru 3, Left Tch 1/4, Walk & Dodge, Wheel Around, Dixie Style 12 American Square Dance, February 2008 Get comfortable nub... tiotactoes® MADL IN USA Ladies' 1. # 620 ...and Dance, Look and Feel Great! I Hamilton Street • P.O. Box 953 Gloversville, NY 12078 Telephone (518) 773-8187 Fax (518) 725-8116 Ladies' ‘4%‘u.tietactoes.com # 626 SHOES FOR MEN AND WOMEN AVAILABLE IN MANY STYLES AND COLORS CALL OR WRITE FOR A FREE COLOR CATALOG: 800-648-8126
OW, Swing Thru, Chain Down the Line, Slide Thru, Swing Corner, Promenade. Sugar is a swinging sound with chases. Sax, steel, fiddle, guitar, bass and drums. Lottie calls Plus on the vocal track. Has an extended track.
Washington And Lee Swing / Weavers Hornpipe (Dance Ranch DRI113) Buddy Weaver An energetic Dixieland sound with a march feel. Clarinet, tuba, piano, banjo, bass and drums. Key change in middle break. Available on CD. Hds (Sds) Promenade Half R & L Thru, Rollaway, Star Thru, DoSaDo, Square Thru 3, Trade By, Swing Corner, Promenade. Weavers Hornpipe is a traditional sound. Banjo picolo, guitar, bass, piano and drums. Buddy calls Mainstream on the vocal track. Has an extended track. Hoedowns Rootin' Tootin' / La Aranita (Blue Star BS 2536) Rootin Tootin' is a bright contemporary sound that will bring smiles. La Aranita has a south of the border feel that will add variety to your music selection. Available on vinyl and CD. Recorded in one key with extended tracks.
Quando / Play Nice (Royal RYL 415) Quando is a cheery sound from a xylophone, horns, guitar, electronic keyboard, piano and percussion with fill chases. Play Nice is a modern electronic sound that will add some energy to your dance. Available on vinyl.
Rebel Blues / Hold On (Quadrille Q 928) Rebel Blues has a guitar with an attitude, electronic keyboard, bass and drums. Hold On is a rhythm hoedown with a banjo, fiddle, piano, bass and drums. Available on CD and MP3. Recorded on one key.
Sooty / Sweep (Snow SNW 503) Sooty has a rolling banjo with a harmonica, fiddle, guitar, bass and drums Sweep is a modern electronic rhythm sound. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. American Square Dance, February 2008 13 Square Dance Caller & Line Dance Instructor Cartoonist for American Square Dance Magazine
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Scotts Hoedown (TNT 162) Al Brundage An ear candy synthesizer sound, smooth flowing. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Al calls Plus on the vocal track. (Includes old quarterly selections.)
Happy Hoedown (Blue Star BS 118) Buddy Weaver A traditional sound with a fiddle, banjo, bass and guitar. Available on MP3. Also available on Danch Ranch CD 1080. Buddy calls Mainstream on the vocal track.
Ladies Night Out (Blue Star BS 119) Buddy Weaver A contemporary rhythm hoedown with horns, electronic keyboard and percus- sion. Available as an MP3. Also Available on vinyl and CD as Hi Hat 5270. Buddy calls Advanced on the vocal track.
Seasonal Releases Cold Cold Christmas (Sting SIR 369) Cherish and Paul Bristow Released by Dana, a popular Irish vocalist in 1975, where it reached #4 on the United Kingdom charts. A lilting holiday tune that will bring smiles. Guitar, silky strings, electonic keyboard, piano chases, bass and easy percussion. Harmony voices. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. The CD has instrumental tracks with and without the harmony track. Hds (Sds) Promenade Half Square Thru, R & L Thru, Pass Thru, Trade By, Star Thru, Square Thru 3, Swing Corner, Promenade.
No Place Like Home For The Holidays (ESP 327) Miller and Harrison Harmonize this one. Released by The Carpenters and Garth Brooks plus others. Holiday cheer from a piano, guitar, electronic keyboard, bass and percussion. Chases make for a full sound. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Square Thru, Right Hand Star, Hds (Sds) Star left Full Turn, Slide Thru, Square Thru 3, Swing Corner, Promenade.
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We are going dancing just "YOU AND ME" we will be dancing "SINGIN' IN THE RAIN". Happy Valentines! You And Me Choreo: Bob Paull, 1075 Via Grande, Cathedral City, CA 92234 Record; Grenn #17196 Rhythm: Two Step, Phase 2+1 (Fishtail) Intro: A-B-A (1-8) C INTERLUDE D-C-END
INTRO WAIT 2 MEAS;; APT PT; PKUP TCH; (CP/LOD)
PART A TWO FWD TWO;; WALK 4;; TRAVLING BOX;;;; TWO FWD TWO;; 2 TURNING TWO STEPS;; (Bfly/wall) LIMP 4; WALK FACE; 2 SIDE CLOSES; WALK 2;
Winter Wonderland (Red Boot RB 3019) Drew Scearce First published in 1934 and covered by many artists. Keyboard stylings on this seasonal favorite. A sing a long. Piano, organ, bass, guitar and drums. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Square Thru, DoSaDo, Swing Thru, Boys Run, Ferris Wheel, Pass Thru, Square Thru 4, Swing Corner, Promenade.
Christmas In Your Arms (Quadrille) 918 Sam Lowe Released by Alabama and Bill Anderson. Bright sounds from a guitar, steel, electronic keyboard, silky strings, bass and drums. This moves along with well placed riffs and runs. Available on vinyl, CD and MP3. Hds (Sds) Square Thru, DoSaDo, Swing Thru, Boys Trade, Boys Run, Bend the Line, R & L Thru, Pass Thru, Partner Trade 1 I/2, Swing Corner, Promenade.
Happy Valentines Day. Lots of good releases to check out on your tape service. A few late seasonal releases to check out for next year. Until next month keep it FUN. American Square Dance, February 2008 15 PART B FC TO FC; BK TO BK; BASKETBALL TURN;; CIRCLE AWAY 2 TWOSTEPS;; STRUT TOG 4;;
PART C LACE ACROSS;; HITCH DOUBLE;; LACE BACK;; SCOOT 4; WALK 2;
INTERLUDE TRAVLING DOOR;;;; 1/2 BOX; SCIS THRU; TWIRLNINE2; WALK 2;
PART D VINE 3; WRAP; UNWRAP; CHG SDS; VINE 3; WRAP; UNWRAP; SPIN MANUVER; TWO FWD TWO STEP;; PROGS SCIS TO BJO CK;; FISHTAIL; WALK 2; HITCH; HITCH/SCIS (SCP/LOD)
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