strathspey@strathspey.org:45004

Ron Mackey

Re: Scottish Dance (Hebridean Weaving Lilt)

April 11, 2006, 12:23 a.m. (Message 45004, in reply to message 45001)

> Dear All,
> 
> As several others have replied this is the Hebridean Weaving Lilt.  A very
> enjoyable dance to do and a good one to use as a contrast at dems or
> festivals and for a "costume" change.  The men used to wear trousers and
> everybody in hard shoes on these occasions.  Better if done to mouth music
> too.
> 
> Best Regards,
> Alan & Julie Harrison
> RSCDS Leeds Branch
> http://www.piper-alan.co.uk 


	We used to do it in corduroy slacks or similar, heavy blue 
woolies and wellies.  Murder on a hot night!! 
	Added athmosphere though, and the boots made a lovely 
thump without hurting the feet!! :~)