Line dance

Hello Dolly

Danced to “Hello Dolly!” by Bobby Darin.

Beginner2 wall32 countLorraine Kurtela (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Windy City Line Dance Mania

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Questions people ask

What song is the Hello Dolly line dance danced to?+

The Hello Dolly is most commonly danced to “Hello Dolly!” by Bobby Darin. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Hello Dolly line dance?+

32 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 Hello Dolly a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Hello Dolly is rated beginner. It's a good early dance to learn. Get the counts down at a slow tempo and the rest follows.

Do you need a partner to dance the Hello Dolly?+

No. Like every line dance, the Hello Dolly 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 Hello Dolly 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 Hello Dolly repeats the same 32-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.

Hello Dolly Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls