Omal

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The Omal (also called Duz Horon or Flat Horon) was one of the first dances to be developed from the region of Pontos. It is a relaxed dance and is danced for long periods of time, usually preluding the tik dance. There many different melodies to different songs; one of the more famous songs is "Serranda Mila Kokkina" (40 apples red). The step count is step-2-3-4, step-2. It is danced hand in hand.

The omal beat is found in modern Greek songs such songs by Elli Kokkinou.

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