Maliza's Magical Mystery Motion Becket Cary Ravitz A1. 8 Gents allemande L 1.5 8 Neighbor swing A2. 8 Neighbor promenade across 8 Ladies chain to partner - form ring B1. 4,4 Balance, Petronella turn 1.5 to face next 4,4 Balance, Petronella turn B2. 4,12 Partner balance, swing The motion in B1 does seem magical - while the ladies Petronella over and back across the set, the gents do consecutive Petronellas along the side, in effect progressing behind his partner's back. In recent years, Cary Ravitz of Lexington, KY has emerged as one of the most innovative composers of modern contras. This 1996 gem was written for a young local dancer named Maliza when he found out her favorite move was a Petronella turn.