Photograph of the International team in South Africa Dancing The Glasgow Highlanders at Camps Bay
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Photograph of the International team in South Africa Dancing The Glasgow Highlanders at Camps Bay
Photograph of the International Team in South Africa
Photograph of Duncan McMillan, a musician mentioned in the Christina McKellar Diaries (SCD-8-1-825)
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Annotation on back of the photograph: "Elizabeth's retiral party Oct 1st 1988"
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John Drewry with three others. No Attribution. Annotation on back of the photograph: "John Drewry, Betty Grant Grant's House Toronto"
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No attribution. John Drewry and group. Annotated on Back of the photograph: "Lower College Hall St. Andrews From RHS Marchan, John, Margaret Brander" two others .
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No attribution. John Drewry Studio Portrait
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Hand written music for various tunes including 'The Trooper and the Maid'
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Letter pointing out errors in the description of the formation in several books
Photograph of dancers taking part in Dancing in the Streets 1994
Photographs of dancers rehearsing for 'Dancing in the Streets' and 'Dancing on The Scores'
Photograph of Alastair Aitkenhead and Jean Martin, at the 75th Anniversary Garden Party
Photograph of Linda Gaul and Gabor Turi taken in the party room
Photograph of Bill Zobel taken in the party room
Photograph of George McLennan taken in the party room
Photographs of the Demonstration Team performing
Photographs of the top table and dignitaries at the AGM, 1988
Photograph of Nan and George Lawson taken at the AGM
Photographs of Linda Gaul taken at the AGM
Photograph of George Lawson & Bill Clement
Photograph of Linda Gaul, Lord Mansfield & Bill Clement at the AGM, 1998
A note outlining the background and history of the manuscript
Yosobel Stewart
A manuscript register of dances with instructions at Castle Menzies 1749: Menzies Rant, O'er the Water to Charly, The Mongomerie's Rant, Couteraller's Rant, You'r Welcome Charly Stuart, He'll Aye be welcome Back Again, Open the Door to Three, Cope's March, The Infare (or Will ye Marry kitty), The Might Pretty Valley (or Reel of Three), The Priest and his Books, Lady Mary Menzie's Reel, Thirtieth of Aprile, Miss Clemmy Stewart's Reel, The Blew Ribon.
Dr A Macfadyen
The Dance Diaries of Christina McKellar April 1919 to February 1927
A transcription of the diaries of Christina McKellar by her son Gordon Simpson. The diaries record the dances that she attended in the Cairndow and Strachur area of Argyll during the period 1919 to 1927.
The diaries contain details of the dances she danced and her partners.
Gordon Simpson
This bookl gives a topical commentary on mid-nineteenth-century ballroom dance. There is a description of the French quadrille. A review of round dances: the polka, waltz and mazurka is given. Steps and figures for the Quadrille, mazurka-Quadrille are provided along with figures for the Cotillion. Illustrated with 11 plates: design by Gavari , engraving by Lavielle. By Henri Cellarius, Paris, 1847
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
23 Dances without music devised by Tom Kerr
Tom Kerr
The introduction is a detailed commentary on English Country Dance covering the history, style and music. 125 country dances from the period 1651 - 1820 are listed with a modern interpretation of the dance instructions and music. Compiled by Graham Christian and published by The Country Dance and Song Society, Easthampton, MA USA
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
A collection of tradition Scottish fiddle music including a tutor and a brief history of each tune. The Introduction contains a biography of the Hardie family of Fiddle makers and brief biographies of Niel and Nathanial Gow, William Marshall, Simon Fraser, J Scott Skinner, and J M Henderson. There is additionally a section entitled "Forms in Traditional Music".
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
A booklet of 30 country dances with music celebrating Pretoria Branch's 45th anniversary
Pretoria Branch RSCDS
A book which aims to give a constructive treatment of dance with particular respect to its relationship to health, vigour and beauty. With 61 photographs and illustrations. By Luther H Gulick, published by Doubleday, Page and Company, New York 1911
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An illustrated commentary on early English Country Dances , interpreted by Ceil Sharp et.al. The Book gives instructions and music for 103 dances originally publish by John Playford. There are notes regarding the background to the dances and the music.
By Keller and Shimmer and published by The Country Dance and Son Society, Haydenville, MA
Country dance and Song Society
The booklet written by Shirley Andrews and Peter Ellis and published by the Australian Bicentennial Authority describes how to celebrate two hundred tears of dancing in Australia by reconstructing an authentic Colonial Ball. The booklet includes a selection of programmes from the 19thC and also suggestions for programmes which include modern bush dancing. Dance instruction and basic dance technique are included.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
The East Ivanhoe Book of Scottish Country Dances
Booklet contains 17 dances (without music) devised by members of the East Ivanhoe SCD Group.
East Ivanhoe Scottish Country Dance Group
The Catriona Williamson Book of Ten Scottish Country Dances
Booklet contains 10 dances (without music) devised by Arthur Williamson
Arthur Williamson
Hard Shoe Step Dancing in Scotland and The Flowers of Edinburgh
A summary record with observations of Hard shoe dancing in Scotland as it is known to have existed; with notes on Style and performance. Published by the Scottish National Dane Company, Reading. Instructions for the "Flowers of Edinburgh" are included.
Colin Robertson
High Cutting for Highland Dancers
Methods and Exercises for High Cutting, based on notes made by Jack McConachie . Published bu Caber Feidh Publications, Kings Langley.
Peter A White (Editor)
Instructions for: The Flowers of Edinburgh, Tulloch Gorum, Hebridean Laddie, Over the Water to Charlie. Published by the UK Alliance of Profession Teachers of Dancing, Blackpool.
UK Alliance of Profession Teachers of Dancing (Editor)
A collection of the works of Hector MacAndrew: 29 Slow Airs and Laments; Slow Strathspeys 9; Marches 13; Quicksteps 6; Strathspeys 18: Reels 26: Hornpipes 1. Also included are 5 compositions by Peter MacAndrew and I by Monsignor Thomas Wynne. The introduction contains a biography of Hector MacAndrew. Published by Champion Recordings and Publishing (Scotland), Carnwath 2002
Hector Macandrew
A reminiscence of John Reid by Jim Kilpatrick. Published in the souvenir booklet of the 4th Annual General Meeting of the Scottish Traditions of Dance Trust, 2nd September, 2000. An account of the life of John Reid, with an introduction by Evelyn Hood.
The Scottish Traditions of Dance Trust
Thornhill Scottish Country Dancers
An illustrated leaflets about the Thornhill Dancers
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The Jacobite Scottish Country Dance Club
The booklet traces the origins and activities of the Jacobite SCD Club, formed in Shettleston in the east of Glasgow in 1959. Illustrated with descriptions of various events at home and abroad.
Stuart Mackenzie
Kentucky Mountain Square Dancing (Running Set)
A collection of 20 running set dances with an introduction by Pat Napier. The introduction contains comments on the dance style, music . the step and calling. Published by the EFDSS, London 1982.
English Folk Dance and Song Society
A personal selection of Square, Contra and Triple time dances in the "New England Tradition" with a tune for each dance. Included is an extensive introduction which gives a historical perspective and a commentary on the New England Tradition on the Boston Area. Appendix 1 grades the dances with regard to suitability and dancer competence. Two other appendices contain a detailed list of suitable recorded music for the dances. An index of included music is provided. Published by the Country Dance and Song Society of America, New York 1982.
Ted Sanella
A Memoire of Scotland, America and Dancing. Published Independently, 2018
Robin Edward Poulton
Ten Scottish Country Dances written by Nan Lawson. (Private publication).
Dances: The West Wynd; The Octogenarian; The Laigh Stathspey; Life Let Us Cherish; A Jig For Jennifer; Saturday Morning Jig;Sherwood Strathspey; Gleniffer Circle
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Cambridge University Strathspey and Reel Club Dances. Booklet. Dance instructions book. 15 pages
Dance instruction book. Broun's Reel, Circassian Circle, Cumberland Reel, Dalkeith's Strathspey, Dashing White Sergeant, Duke & Duchess of Edinburgh, Duke of Perth, Eightsome Reel, Flowers of Edinburgh, Foula Reel, Foursome Strathspey & Reel of Tulloch, Gay Gordons, Glasgow Highlanders, Hamilton House, Haughs of Cromdale, Highland Scottishe, Jenny's Bawbee, Light and Airy, Miss Cahoon's Reel, Montgomeries' Rant, New rigged Ship, Petronella, Reel of the 51st Highland Division, Rory O'More, Scottish Reform, Sixteensome Reel, Speed the Plough, Strip the Willow and Waltz Country Dance.
RSCDS Archive
Francis Day's Album of Scottish Country Dancing
Dance instructions with music for: Duke of Perth, Hamilton House, Petronella, La Russe, Strip the Willow
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The People's Journal Album of Scottish Country Dances 4 October 1930
The illustrated album was included as a free gift with the Journal, published by John Leng and Co., Dundee and London. The introduction to the booklet is by the Duchess of Atholl and contains a description of the style and steps of SCD along with instuctions and music for; Circassian Circle ,Petronella, Scottish Reform, Triumph, Brown's Reel, The Flowers of Edinburgh, Jenny's Bawbee, Cawdor Fair, Haymakers, Foursome Reel, The Soldier's Joy, Rory O''More, Barn Dance, Highland Schottische and Waltz Country Dance.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
Issue 5 July-August 2004. Two articles; Linda Gaul talks about Summer School and Wilson Nicol on Scottish Music and Dance.
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
Scottish Traditions of Dance News July 2002 Issue
News magazine of the STDT. Contains a report on "Dancing Days are Happy Days a tribute concert to Bobby Watson aand a profile of Robert Cormak of the Orkney Traditional Dance Association.
Scottish Traditions of Dance Trust
STDT Commentary on Traditional Dancing
An article from the "Scotsman" newspaper unknown date but year 2000. The article is a commentary by Liam Paterson, coordinator of the STDT, about traditional dance and the work of the STDT
Scottish Traditions of Dance Trust
A short biography written by Rosemary Coupe
Rosemary Coupe
The Country Dance Book - Part III
By Cecil J Sharp, second edition. Published by Novello & Co, London. Manual of English country dancing with Instructions for eighteen dances
Scottish National Dances - A Practical Handbook
A Handbook containing details and advice for the teaching of Reels and Strathspeys by J Grahamsley Atkinson Jr.. The foot movements for the various steps are clearly detailed as are the instructions for the main dances: Foursome, Tulloch, Reel of Three, Reel of Eight. Published in Edinburgh by the author, 1900.
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Skye Boat Song, From Songs of the North
Published by J. B. Cramer
An instructional video introducing Scottish social dances. The video shows how to do 13 popular ceilidh dances and the steps required. The dances demonstrated are: Gay Gordons; Circle Waltz; Canadian Barn Dance; St Benrard's Waltz; Strip the Willow; Military Two Step; Pride of Erin; Highland Schottische; The Lancers (Five figure version)
Anita Mackenzie (Independent Video Productions)
Scotland's Social Dances Part 1
Instructional DVD covering four different forms of Scottish Social Dancing: Old Time, Ceilidh, Sequence and Country.
Part 1
Dances shown are:
Quicksteps:
Anniversary Two Step, Boston Two Step, Gay Gordons Two Step, Over the Top, Dinky One Step, Marine Four Step, Honeymoon Parade, Gypsy Tap, Southern Two Step, Flirtation Two Step, Lancelot Two Step, Jazz Twinkle, Mayfair Quickstep.
Swings:
Viennese Swing, Glyn-Gary Swing, Chicago Swing, Ragtime Swing.
Waltzes:
Hesitation Waltz, Lilac Waltz, Ruby Waltz, Waltz of the Bells, La Rinka, Sweetheart Waltz, The Veleta, Birthday Waltz, Owen and Catherine Harrison’s Waltz, Victory Waltz, Waltz Catherine, Newe Kilarney Waltz.
Foxtrots and |Saunters:
Balmoral Blues, White Heather Foxtrot, Harry Lime Foxtrot, Yearning Saunter, On Leave Foxtrot, Melody Foxtrot, Red Rose Saunter, Saunter Together.
Latin:
Square Tango, Royal Empress Tango, Tango Serida, Sally Ann Cha Cha, Rumba Rosalie.
Independent Video Productions
RSCDS Winnipeg Branch Centenary Project
Branch Demonstration team dancing "The Flying Scotsman" at the VIA Rail Union Station Winnipeg on 27th October 2022 as part of the Branch's Project for the RSCDS Centenary. https://youtu.be/xAhSW2OwbKM
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Video Interview with Noeiel Tarca Adelaide Branch
Video Interview with Noriel Tarca about her thoughts and experiences of Scottish Country Dancing (Audio only available online).
Adelaide Branch
Interview with Sally Maunder Queensland Branch
Personal reflections and observations on Scottish Country Dancing and Music
Video Interview with Colin Pickering Adelaide Branch
Video Interview with Colin Pickering about his thoughts and experiences of Scottish Country Dancing (Audio only available online).
Adelaide Branch
Video Interview with Lily Davison Adelaide Branch
Video Interview with Lily Davison about her thoughts and experiences of Scottish Country Dancing (Audio only available online).
Adelaide Branch
Video Interview with Maureen Morris Adelaide Branch
Video Interview with Maureen Hogden about her thoughts and experiences of Scottish Country Dancing (Audio only available online).
Adelaide Branch
Junior members' Activities Booklet
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Scottish Studies Volume 17: 1973 part one
Articles, Notes on Collection and Research, and Book Reviews
RSCDS Archivist
Scottish Studies Volume 18: 1974
Articles, Notes on Collection and Research, and Book Reviews
RSCDS Archivist
Scottish Studies Volume 16: 1972 part two
Articles, Notes on Collection and Research, and Book Reviews
RSCDS Archivist
Parlophone Record No F.3395
Jimmy Shand and his Band
Beltona BL.2602
Ian Powrie's Scottish Country Dance Band
S1 Mrs. Hepburn Belches of Invermay
S2 Dunoon Barn Dance
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Notebook belonging to Jean Milligan
Parte deJean Milligan Papers
Contains dance descriptions and notes on her correspondence
Music notebook belonging to Jean Milligan
Parte deJean Milligan Papers
Manuscript notebook containing music and dances.
Parte deJean Milligan Papers
Jean Milligans Life Membership card.
A thesis by Sophie Vignon, presented to the University Stendhal III in 2000. which reviews Scottish Country Dancing in Scotland.
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Notebook belonging to Ysobel Stewart
Parte deYsobel Stewart Papers
Contains dance descriptions and accompanying music mainly from John Walshs 'The Complete Country Dancing-Master, Being a Collection of all the Celebrated Country Dances now in Vogue. Perform'd at Court, the Theatres, Masquerades, and Publick Balls With Proper Tunes and Directions to each Dance. The Tunes fitted for the Violin, Hoboy, or German Flute'.
Notebook belonging to Ysobel Stewart
Parte deYsobel Stewart Papers
Dances from Johnson's Caledonian Country Dances 1748'
Notes on the origins of the Scottish Country Dance Society
Parte deYsobel Stewart Papers
Handwritten recalling the formation of the SCDS. Includes typed version
Notebook recording teaching plans for classes given by Florence Adams at various weekend schools
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Notebook of classes for weekend schools
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Notebook recording teaching plan for an advanced class given by Adams at Summer School
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Also includes notes of a teachers meeting held 30/12/1981
Notes class plans given at weekend schools in Gilslana Spa and Duns
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Talks given to McDonald Memorial Womens Guild
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Programme for talk given at Bandon or Cairns Church to Bandon/Cairns Mens Fellowship
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Copy of a speech to the Glasgow branch with handwritten notes by Adams
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Talk given to Crosshill Church Mens Fellowship
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Talk given at Hamilton Quincentenerary Celebration
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Talk given to Burnbankchurch Woman's Guild Hamilton
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Talk given at an RSCDS Adjudicators course
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Includes course timetable and notes from the British Federation of Music Festivals
Notes on the formation and history of various dances
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Notes on a book being written by a colleague of Florence Adams
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Letter from Jean Milligan to Florence Adams
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
Florence Adams' SCD Instructor Certificate
Parte deFlorence Adams Papers
A Pocket Book in the style of an aide-memoire. Describes the instructions for Quadrilles, Circle Dances and Country dances.
The introduction gives advice on the etiquette of attending dances. There is advice on Quadrille and Circle dancing.
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Queen Victoria Public School (Canada)
A description (with illustrations) of the 22nd season of SCD and Ceilidh dancing at Queen Victoria Public School)
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