Walking Scottische

History

This is one of my own creations, based on a Swedish dance but changed from a couples dance to a circle dance.

Rhythm

This dance has an even rhythm but with two extra quick steps in the first part, resulting in 1-&-2, 3-&-4, 1, 2, 3, 4.

Steps

In a circle, in a V hold.

Facing right step forward with the right, close with the left, then step forward with the right, and pause for a beat. Repeat starting with the left.

Step forward with the right, then let go hands, turn clockwise to face out of the circle and step to the side with the left. Continue turning to face into the circle and step to the side with the left, then continue turning to face right, hold hands and step forward with the left.

The dance begins at the start of any musical phrase.

Music

Slangen from Smuggel by Filarfolket.

Dance description by Andy Bettis 2/2003