'In the simple mechanic movements of address, the foot takes the second position, the other the third, then the body gently falls forward, keeping the head in direct line with the body. The bend is made by a motion at the union of the inferior limbs with the body, and a little flexing at the limbs.' These instructions for a gentleman's bow are not too difficult to follow. But what about the ones for the waltz?

LRB 25 June 1992 | PDF Download