One Pair Of Hands

Scottish Country Dance Instruction

1- 8 1s dance in and cast to 3rd place, 2s dance in and cast to 3rd place. 3124
9-16 1s+2s dance up and cast to 2nd place then dance down between 4s and cast up to 3124
17-24 1L+2L and 1M+2M (2s dancing between 1s) turn 1½ times, 3L+2L and 3M+2M (3s between 2s) also 1L+4L and 1M+4M (1s between 4s) turn 1½ times to 2341
25-32 All dance reflection reels of 4 on sides (LSh reels Ladies' side and RSh Men's side)

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)

Keith Rose's Crib Diagrams

One Pair Of Hands - Full Size And Key To Symbols

Dance Information

This phrase has been used as a title for various works in literature and music. Notably, it is the title of a book authored by Monica Dickens, published in 1939. In this autobiographical work, Dickens provides an account of her experiences working as a cook and a domestic servant. The title reflects the singular and often challenging nature of performing domestic tasks with limited resources.

Additionally, "One Pair of Hands" has been used as the title of a popular song written by English songwriter and pianist Anthony Newley. The song was released in 1956 and gained widespread recognition. Its lyrics touch upon themes of self-sufficiency and the challenges of managing life's responsibilities with only one pair of hands.

One Pair Of Hands is also the title of a song written by Carroll Roberson, an American gospel singer and songwriter. The song was first recorded by Elvis Presley in 1968, and has since been covered by several other artists.