Notable Square Dance Choreographers and Their Contributions

Lloyd Shaw, also known as the "Father of American Square Dancing", is credited with creating the "Texas Star" move in the 1930s.

Melvin Waldron, a renowned square dance choreographer, was responsible for creating the routine for the opening ceremony of the 1984 Summer Olympics.

Johnny LeClair, also known as the "Johnny Appleseed of Square Dancing", is famous for his creative use of music and storytelling in his choreography.

Peter Sanborn, a prominent square dance choreographer, created the routine for the halftime show of Super Bowl XXIII in 1989.

Bill Castle, a respected square dance choreographer, is known for his contributions to the evolution of modern square dance choreography.

Ken Bower, a renowned square dance choreographer, created the routine for the opening ceremony of the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta.

Jim Mayo, a dedicated square dance choreographer, is known for his efforts in promoting square dance internationally.

Bob Ruff, a respected square dance choreographer, created the routine for the halftime show of Super Bowl XXXVI in 2002.

Frank Lane, a creative square dance choreographer, is known for his use of props and costumes in his routines.

Al Brundage, a renowned square dance choreographer, created the routine for the opening ceremony of the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City.

Dudley Laufman, a respected square dance choreographer, is known for his work in developing routines for competitions.

Gary Shoemake, a prominent square dance choreographer, created the routine for the halftime show of Super Bowl XLII in 2008.

Dick Leger, a dedicated square dance choreographer, is known for his efforts in promoting square dance among young people.

Larry Letson, a respected square dance choreographer, created the routine for the opening ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

Carroll Brown, a renowned square dance choreographer, is known for his work in developing routines for international competitions.