[Tango-L] A Troublesome Lead

[Stephen.P.Brown@dal.frb.org]

David wrote:
>>To me, it looks like he is leading it with his right arm (and hand).  Is 
that how you see it as well?<<

I understand why David says what he does, but I see it a little 
differently.  As I see it, the beginning of her cross following her side 
step right is led with the same torso rotation required for a forward ocho 
and the space created between his left side and her right side that he 
creates by stepping side left a little away from her.  His closure of the 
space rotates her about her right leg axis and creates the cross from what 
might otherwise become a forward ocho.  His arm (and by extension only) 
and his hand complete the movement with her, but I don't see a much force 
in his arm or hand.  It is rotation and the creation and elimination of 
space that leads the movements.

With best regards,
Steve

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqgujDIWlOc
>>I think the one at he does at 1:06 gives the best view.