Scotland
Scottish Country Dance Instruction
SCOTLAND (J8x32) 2C (4C set) Playford RSCDS Book 311- 8 1s turn 2s on sides RH and dance DoSiDo with partners
9-16 1s+2s turn partners RH and dance DoSiDo on sides
17-24 1M+2M dance across above/below partners, cast in to meet and dance between partners back to place, Men set to each other and change place LH on sides
25-32. Ladies repeat above figure.
(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)
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Scotland is a Scottish Country Dance published by Playford in 1698 and interpreted in RSCDS Book 31 in 1983.(Dance information copyright, reproduced here with the kind permission of George Williams)
Scotland (Gaelic: Alba) is a constituent country situated in the northern part of the island of Great Britain. Bordered by England to the south, it is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the west and north, the North Sea to the northeast, and the Irish Sea to the south. Edinburgh serves as the capital, and the country has a population of over five million people.
With a diverse geographical landscape, Scotland features iconic elements such as mountain ranges, including the Grampians and the Cairngorms, vast hills, numerous lochs, and a rugged coastline. Ben Nevis, located in the Grampians, is the highest peak in the British Isles. In addition to the mainland, Scotland consists of over 790 islands including the Northern Isles and the Hebrides.
Scotland has a rich cultural heritage, boasting renowned contributions to literature, philosophy, and science. Famous figures such as Sir Walter Scott, Robert Burns, and David Hume have left lasting imprints on global intellectual and artistic landscapes.
Historically, Scotland played a pivotal role in events like the Wars of Independence against England in the 13th and 14th centuries, marked notably by figures like William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. The Act of Union in 1707 united the Kingdom of Scotland with the Kingdom of England, forming the Kingdom of Great Britain.
Modern Scotland retains its distinct identity and is known for its devolved government, established in 1999 with the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. While integral to the United Kingdom, Scotland maintains a degree of autonomy, handling certain domestic affairs independently.
The country's economic sectors include industries such as oil and gas, tourism, and whisky production, with Scotch whisky being a globally recognized and valued export. Additionally, Scotland is famous for its festivals, including the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, one of the world's largest arts festivals.
Scotland has a notable education system, with prestigious universities like the University of Edinburgh and the University of Glasgow contributing to its reputation for academic excellence. Sporting culture is also significant, with traditional sports like golf, rugby, and football deeply ingrained in the national identity.
Location Of Scotland In The UK And Europe
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