Line dance

Make An Appearance

Danced to “Drop On By” by Laura Bell Bundy.

Intermediate2 wall28 countPhrasedMichele Perron (CAN)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at True North

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What song is the Make An Appearance line dance danced to?+

The Make An Appearance is most commonly danced to “Drop On By” by Laura Bell Bundy. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Make An Appearance line dance?+

28 counts across 2 walls. The same sequence repeats, rotating 180° to face the opposite wall each time until you're back to where you started.

Is the Make An Appearance an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Make An Appearance is rated intermediate. If you're new to line dancing, get comfortable with basic grapevines and triple steps first, then drill it one 8-count at a time.

Do you need a partner to dance the Make An Appearance?+

No. Like every line dance, the Make An Appearance is danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, so you can join in without a partner.

How do I practice the Make An Appearance at home?+

Work through the step sheet one 8-count at a time at a slow tempo. Once each section feels automatic, chain two together, then run the whole dance to music.

What is a line dance?+

A line dance is a choreographed sequence danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, no partner needed. The Make An Appearance repeats the same 28-count sequence, turning to face a new wall each time through. Once the counts click, you can join in the moment the song comes on.

Make An Appearance Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls