Black Alman (1605)(Dancing in the Inns of Court 1570-1700) 4 alman doubles forward, beginning with left (turn to face partner) Left double backing away from partner; Right double toward partner (turn to own left) Left double away from partner; (turn around) Right double toward partner Men step L, step R, circle LRL; Ladies step L, step R, circle LRL (ie set and turn single) (take hands with partner) Left double switching places; 4 slip steps up the hall Left double switching places; 4 slip steps down the hall Left double backing away from partner; Right double toward partner