Balmoral Strathspey
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BALMORAL STRATHSPEY (S4x32) 4C set John A Charles RSCDS Book 221- 8 1s+2s and 3s+4s dance R&L
9-16 1s+2s and 3s+4s set and dance RH across ½ way, set and cross RH to own sides. 2143
17-24 All dance reel of 4 on own sides, 2s end in 1st place on sides, Bar 24 1s+4s+3s all dance into centre towards partner ready for...
25-32 1s+4s+3s (bottom 3 couples) dance Allemande (2s in top place stand) 2341
(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)
Balmoral Strathspey
John A Charles RSCDS Book 22
Strathspey 4 x 32 bars 4 Couple Repeat 4 Couple Set Longwise Set
1-8 1s2s 3s4s rights and lefts;
9-10 1s2s 3s4s set facing partners;
11-12 1s2s 3s4s right hands across halfway;
13-14 2s1s4s3s set facing partners;
15-16 2s 1s 4s 3s cross by the right to own sides;
17-24 2s1s4s3s reels of four on own sides, 2s finishing in 1st place, 1s 4s 3s on the centre line, facing up in allemande hold;
25-32 2s stand WHILE 1s4s3s allemande, finishing 2s3s4s1s.
(MAXICRIB. Scottish country dancing instructions compiled by Reuben Freemantle)
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This dance was devised by John A. Charles from Kawerau, New Zealand.Balmoral Castle, commonly known as "Balmoral", underwent extensive renovations in the mid-19th century, commissioned by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Completed in 1856, the castle showcases elements of the Scottish Baronial style, a design interest personally overseen by Prince Albert. Acquired by Prince Albert as a gift for Queen Victoria in 1852, the Balmoral estate enamored the royal couple during earlier visits.
Serving as the British royal family's summer residence, the castle hosts traditional activities, while select areas, like gardens, are open to the public. The estate, encompassing over 50,000 acres with scenic cairns and an art collection reflecting Scottish ties, holds significance in the royal family's history. The "Queen's View" on Craig Gowan, approved by Queen Victoria, offers panoramic landscapes, and the castle, situated near the Cairngorms National Park, holds a Royal Warrant for specific suppliers.
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