Line dance tutorial

MGNO

Danced to “MGNO” by Russell Dickerson.

Intermediate2 wall64 countBrandon Zahorsky
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Whiskey Dix' Saloon, DanceMor Ballroom and Rascals

Tutorial

Demo

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Whiskey Dix' Saloon
Aiea · Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays
DanceMor Ballroom
Swisher · Wednesdays & Thursdays
Rascals
Worcester · Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays

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Questions people ask

What song is the MGNO line dance danced to?+

The MGNO is most commonly danced to “MGNO” by Russell Dickerson. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the MGNO line dance?+

64 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 MGNO an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the MGNO 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 MGNO?+

No. Like every line dance, the MGNO 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 MGNO at home?+

Slow the tutorial video on this page to 70–75% speed in YouTube's settings and drill one 8-count at a time. 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 MGNO repeats the same 64-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.