Get the point?

Fyreladdie

Oct. 2, 2001, 3 a.m. (Message 27641)

In a message dated 10/1/01 2:32:37 PM, xxxxx@xxxxxxxxxx.xxx writes:

<< It's a bit of a conundrum, actually - it's the technique that makes 
SCD Scottish; but it's the technique that makes it hard.  Without 
the technique, it's not SCD, but with too much emphasis on 
technique, no one does SCD...

Thoughts?  Counter-points? >>


    As a teacher I look at SCD as a whole being. There are those who can 
point, turn out and dance with beautiful steps and grace. There are others 
that find it hard to walk. My philosphy is one of inclusion. You take what 
you get and make the best of it. I don't think it waters down SCD to have 
those who struggle participate. But I also don't wish anyone to feel badly 
about their diminished ability. SCD will survive with the few that may reach 
that perfection and the few that don't, but the social interaction is as 
important the technique. I look at the smiling faces as much as the feet.

Bob Mc Murtry
Felton, CA

Marilynn Knight

Oct. 2, 2001, 7 p.m. (Message 27669, in reply to message 27641)

YEAH!!!!  And, actually, a great skill for any dancer is to dance with those
who present challenges in such a way that a challenging person is not
uncomfortable or dangerous.  It's kind of like driving a vehicle
successfully.  Defensive dancing?