Scottish Country Dancing Dictionary

Newton Shore

Scottish Country Dance Instruction

Newton Shore (R8x40) 3C (4C set) 40 bar Reel for 3 Couples in a 4 Couple Set, devised by Teresa Brogan, 2018, Published In Ayr Branch 75th Anniversary Dances.

1- 8 1st couple set and cast down as 2nd couple step up
 2nd couple with 1st lady, and 1st man with 3rd couple dance right hands across
 1st couple pass left shoulder to face 1st corners
9-16 Corners pass and turn, 1st couple passing right shoulder to face 2nd corners
 Repeat corners pass and turn with 2nd corners
17-24 1st couple repeat corners pass and turn with 3rd corners
 Repeat corners pass and turn with 4th corners
 1st couple finish back to back with partner facing own side in second place
25-32 Dance double triangles with 1st couple finishing in second place. 213
33-40 Six hands round and back. 213

(WEECRIB)


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This dance, Newton Shore, was devised by Teresa Brogan to reflect the swirling tides along Newton Shore on the Ayrshire coast, which are depicted by the formations in this dance.
Newton Shore On The Ayrshire Coast
The Ayrshire Coastal Path At Newton Shore


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