St Andrew Forever

Scottish Country Dance Instruction

1- 8 1L cast to 2nd place and crosses to opposite side while partner crosses and casts to 2nd place (2s step up); 1s turn RH (4 bars)
9-16 2s+1s+3s set, cross RH; all set and 2s+3s cross to own sides while 1s turn RH to face 1st corners
17-24 2s+1s+3s dance Saltire Formation:
 17-18 1s dance out to 1st corner position while 2M and 3L dance across set as 2L and 3M dance into centre and turn LH to face 3rd corner position.
 19-20 2L and 3M dance out to 3rd corner position while 1L and 1M dance across set as 2M and 3L dance into centre and turn LH to face 1st corner position
 21-22 2M and 3L dance out to 1st corner position while 2L and 3M dance across set as 1s dance into centre and turn LH face 3rd corner position
 23-24 1s dance out to 3rd corner position while 2M and 3L dance across set as 2L and 3M dance on one place up/dn on opposite side to end:
Ladies' side: 3L 3M 1L Men's side: 1M 2L 2M
25-32 1s+2s+3s set, circle 6H round to left for 2 steps (until 2s and 3s are on own sides); All turn partner 2H (1s turn 1½ times) to end 213

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

Dance Information

As the "first-called" apostle, Andrew introduced his brother Peter to Jesus, setting the stage for the formation of Christ's inner circle. A fisherman by trade, Andrew's life took a profound turn when he chose to follow Jesus, embracing a path of selfless service and spreading the teachings of Christianity.

Saint Andrew, patron saint of Scotland, is notably associated with the distinctive X-shaped cross, known as the saltire, on which tradition holds he was crucified. His feast day on November 30th is a time for believers to reflect on his legacy of humility, evangelism, and dedication to the Christian faith.

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