Tessa's Reel
Scottish Country Dance Instruction
TESSA'S REEL (R8x32) 3C (4C set) Kate McArdle 2024 Forres Branch1- 8 1s+2s+3s dance mirror reels of 3 on sides (1s in/down to start)
9-16 1s set, cross RH and cast (2s step up), 1s turn LH to face 1st corners
17-24 1s turn 1st corner RH, partner LH, 2nd corner RH and cross LH to 2nd place own side
25-32 2s+1s+3s circle 6H round and back
(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)
Keith Rose's Crib Diagram
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This dance was composed for Tessa, a ten-year-old pupil in the Forres Branch beginner's class.She was recognised as a diligent and attentive student, and the dance was created in acknowledgement of her commitment and focus during her lessons.
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