Passing In The Night
Scottish Country Dance Instruction
Passing In The NightMaggie and Duncan Keppie Gaelic College SCD Book 5: A Dozen More
8x32 bar Jig
3-couple dance in 4-couple longways set
1-8 ½ TURN, TWIRL, CAST AND TURN: 1st couple turn halfway with right hands and twirl to opposite places, cast and turn left hands to 1st corner;
9-12 PASS AND TURN 1ST CORNERS: 1st couple and 1st corners "Pass and Turn" (1st couple dance out passing corners by the right shoulder, dance around corner position, dance in passing corners by the right shoulder, and pass right shoulder with partner to end facing 2nd corners, AS 1st corners dance in, turn each other once around with right hands and dance out to original places);
13-16 PASS AND TURN 2ND CORNERS: 1st couple and 2nd corners "Pass and Turn" (on Bar 16, 1st couple slow down to end between corners facing 1st corner);
17-24 REEL OF 3: 1st couple dance a reel of 3 with corners (start left shoulder to 1st corners, and end with 1st couple crossing over passing right shoulders as corners loop into place);
25-32 CIRCLE AND BACK: 2nd, 1st and 3rd couples circle and back.
Repeat from 2nd place.
(Dance crib compiled by the devisers, Maggie and Duncan Keppie)
Dance Information
The expression "Passing in the Night" is a figurative phrase used to depict a brief encounter or interaction between two entities, individuals, or elements that occurs without significant impact or lasting connection.Originating from the idea of two ships passing each other at sea during the night, the term is often employed to describe situations where two parties cross paths momentarily, each continuing on their respective trajectories without a substantial exchange or influence on each other.
This metaphor is utilized in various contexts, such as relationships, business transactions, or chance encounters, to convey a fleeting and inconsequential nature.
The expression highlights the brevity and lack of sustained engagement in instances where connections are ephemeral and lack enduring consequences.
Passing In The Night
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