Pawky Duke

Scottish Country Dance Instruction

1- 8 1s+2s+3s set and 1s followed by 2s+3s cast on own sides, cross LH below 3rd place and dance up opposite sides to partner's original place
9-16 1s followed by 2s+3s lead down for 4 steps, turn inwards then 3s followed by 2s+1s lead up and cross at top casting to original places (1s and 3s face out)
17-24 1s+2s+3s dance reflection reels of 3 on own sides (1s out/down, 2s in/down, 3s out/up to start). 1s and 2s end in middle facing down, joining RH with partner (3s in original places)
25-32 2s followed by 1s lead down for 2 bars and ½ turn partners RH, 2s+1s dance ½ RH across and 2s followed by 1s lead up to new places. 213

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

Dance Information

A person or a remark that is pawky often displays a combination of wit, intelligence, and a subtle sense of humor. It can also be used to describe something that is slyly humorous or mischievous.

The term "duke" is a noble title that historically represents the highest rank of nobility below the monarch in certain European countries. A duke is typically a hereditary title granted to an individual by a monarch, and it often comes with land and privileges. The specific powers and responsibilities associated with the title could vary across different historical periods and regions.

In the British peerage system, for example, a duke is the highest-ranking hereditary title, followed by marquess, earl, viscount, and baron. Dukes may be addressed as "Your Grace."

The title of this dance, Pawky Duke, may come from the The Pawky Duke - Poem written by David Rorie, a medical doctor, folklorist and poet writing in his native language, Scots.

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