The Snowgoose
Scottish Country Dance Instruction
The Snowgoose (J8x32) 3C (4C set) 32 bar Jig for 3 Couples in a 4 Couple Set, devised by Alan Bell, published in Corryvrechan Social Dances 2.1- 4 2nd couple step up immediately as 1st couple cross down into double triangles position
2nd, 1st, and 3rd couples set as in double triangles
5- 8 1st couple cast around 1st corners to face each other up and down, pulling back right shoulders to finish back to back - 1st lady facing up, 1st man facing down
Meanwhile, 2nd and 3rd couples dance ½ Rights and Lefts
9-12 1st lady with 3rd couple at the top, 1st man with 2nd couple at the bottom set as in double triangles
Meanwhile, 1st couple change places, dancing Pas de Basque around each other by the right
2nd and 3rd couples petronella round one place
13-16 1st man with 2nd and 3rd men at the top, 1st lady with 2nd and 3rd ladies at the bottom set as in double triangles
Meanwhile, 1st couple change places dancing Pas de Basque around each other by the right, finishing with 1st lady facing up, 1st man facing down
3rd and 2nd couples petronella round one place
17-24 1st lady with 2nd couple, 1st man with 3rd couple dance ½ right shoulder reel across flowing into ½ left shoulder reel on own sides. 312
25-32 1st lady with 3rd couple at the top, 1st man with 2nd couple at the bottom dance full Diagonal Rights and Lefts. 312
(WEECRIB)
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The snow goose (Anser caerulescens) is a species of goose native to North America.It is known for its striking appearance, with two distinct colour morphs: the "snow" morph, which has white plumage with black wingtips, and the "blue" morph, which has a mix of bluish-grey and white feathers. Snow geese migrate long distances between their breeding grounds in the Arctic and wintering areas in the southern United States and Mexico.
They are herbivorous, feeding primarily on grasses, grains, and plants found in wetlands. During migration, snow geese often gather in large flocks, sometimes numbering in the thousands, creating an impressive sight. Their populations have increased significantly in recent decades, sometimes leading to concerns about overgrazing in their breeding areas. Snow geese are also known for their loud, high-pitched calls, often heard as flocks fly overhead in a V-formation during migration.
Snow geese are rare visitors to Scotland. They primarily inhabit North America, but some individuals occasionally stray to the UK, including Scotland, during migration, especially in winter. These birds are often seen with flocks of barnacle or greylag geese, but sightings are uncommon and typically involve small numbers of birds that have deviated from their normal migratory routes. When they do appear, it tends to be along the coasts or in wetland areas.
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