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“Dancing Forth” is published three times annually. The copy date for the next edition is 22nd March 2015 and
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ISSUE 3 www.rscdsedinburgh.org Jan—Mar 2015
Annual Ball Applications now open, see enclosed leaflet for details
Special Souvenir 90th Anniversary issue
Clockwise:Amy Drysdale & Elizabeth Harry cut the cake at the October workshop and dance; Classes Party & Winter Warmer
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The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (Edinburgh
Branch) is a charity registered in Scotland No SC016958, also
known as RSCDS Edinburgh. Promoting the fun, fitness and
friendship of Scottish Country dancing since 1924.
Honorary President: The Rt Hon. Donald W ilson,
Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh
Honorary Vice Presidents:
The Duke of Buccleuch KBE, Mrs Vera Davidson
Norman Irons and Robbie Shepherd
Chairman: Stew art Adam -
Secretary: [email protected],
Treasurer: Elizabeth Harry -
Demonstrations Coordinator: Brian G Harry -
Committee members (dates of retiral):
Faye Mather (2016), David Watson (2016), Margo Priestley
(2015), Rena Mulholland (2015).
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From Headquarters 2
The majority of work has recently been around the proposal to change our legal form to that of a Company Limited by Guarantee. With this motion being passed at the Annual General Meeting the work continues to ensure that these changes can be implemented at our financial year end in 2015.
Thanks to a successful funding application to the Heritage Archive Lottery fund work is now underway to digitalise the collection and make it available online. As part of this we wish to receive oral histories, and encourage development of dance trails. The project is intended to engage all mem-bers of the Branch, from those who helped to form it, to new joiners, in order to gain different perspectives on the past as well as the future of the RSCDS.
There is no prescriptive theme as every branch has a unique history. Interviews may be centred on individual members experiences or specific events in your branches history. If you would like to be involved in this, then please contact me.
Replacement of the website has been a major piece of work and now allows Branches to participate in the promotion of RSCDS activities. The "my account" enables you to update your own details, and there is easy access to both HQ and Branch social media feeds. Communication remains a high priority with the Chairman, Chairman Elect and Board Members attending many functions throughout the year to ensure direct contact with our members. Each year, at least 8 mailings are sent to Branches and these documents are available on the website for you to view.
Dance Trad, a sister pack to Jigs and Reels, is being progressed as a new resource for secondary schools. A new schools accreditation pack has also been developed. The pilot scheme is now complete and this will be rolled out to all schools who wish to take part.
A review of our membership is currently in course, and all of the feedback from the Membership session at the Annual General Meeting will be included within this review to allow the Board and committees to review how we increase membership.
I hope that this has given you a flavour of some of the cur-rent work being undertaken on your behalf.
Elizabeth Harry
Management Board Member
See Fun and
Friendship across
the Forth.
Faye Mather,
Adam Brady and
Rachel Shankland
dance the
Shepherds Crook
From the Chairman Functions 3 We have now completed our anniversary year and what an
excellent year it has been. Thanks to the committee for all
their efforts particular for their support over the last few
months. As most of you will have heard, unfortunately
Andrew Nolan and Garry Robertson have both decided to
resign from the committee. We were very fortunate that
Rena Mulholland and Margo Priestly both agreed to be co-
opted to the committee so I am confident that the run in to
the AGM will be an enjoyable and a productive exercise.
The taster dance on the 9th September was not as well
supported as we had hoped though we do have new
members from it. The taster classes held in Corstorphine
and Leith in October were also poorly attended.
There is a report on the combined workshop and dance with
Dunfermline Branch at Clifton Hall School on the 4th Oct-
ober later in the magazine. We are going to have dis-
cussions with Dunfermline as to the future for this function.
Any ideas / comments from you will be very welcome.
The final non-dancing event for the anniversary celebration
was very successful. It was a musical evening lead by Robert
MacKay who planned and introduced the stars of the even-
ing. Our line up included singers Seonaid Lynn and Eliza-
beth Harry, pianists Ian Macpherson, George McLennan,
Robert MacKay and Andrew Nolan, Pete Clark on fiddle,
Graeme Munro on accordion and Geraldine Simpson doing
Scottish Step Dancing. All were exceptional and I would like
to convey my sincere thanks to them all. There were wine
and nibbles at the interval – thanks to David and Brian for
organising that.
The Winter Warmer Dance was very successful with festive
music from Jim Lindsay and his band. The baked potatoes
proved to be a great success and thanks to Brian, David,
Elizabeth, and Faye for their help. The dance was well MC’d
by Elizabeth, Rachel and Ian. There was a friendly atmos-
phere but would have been helped with a bit more support.
One of our successes this year has been the junior class run
by Faye ably assisted by Linda and Rena. This class has now
three sets of primary school children at varying grades.
The Book and CD are now available and selling well. Thanks
to all those who made this possible.
I look forward to seeing you all at classes which start 13th
and 15th January or at the Nice and Easy Dance 7th Feb-
ruary. I would also like to draw your attention to the week-
end workshops which we are planning to hold on the 8th
February and 15th March.
There are also plans’ progressing to hold Unit 2/3 classes
and examination after Easter.
Finally to remind you that we are again holding our ball at
Greyfriars Church on the 9th May with Graeme Munro’s
band.
Hope you had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Stewart
Stewart Adam, Chairman
Fun and Friendship across the Forth
Hidden away behind the industrial estate at Newbridge was
the venue for this year’s Dunfermline and Edinburgh
Branches’ joint workshop and dance.
As I approached Clifton Hall School, an imposing house, the
air was cool but the sun was shining on the expansive
grounds. I noticed lots of energetic activity on the sports
fields but round the corner in the large games hall, things
were just as lively.
Margo Priestly took us through the dances of Book 48 in her
good humoured but business-like approach. I was struck by
the common denominator in all the dances – they were
crafted with care and the figures flowed beautifully from one
to the next. What more can you ask for in a dance?
Lindsay Weir’s excellent music - lively, rhythmic and strong,
perfectly complemented Margo’s teaching.
The hall was spacious but I felt the overhead heating
presented a challenge in reaching an optimum temperature
and at first I was aware of the passing air traffic but this all
added to the novelty and enjoyment of the afternoon.
At 4.30, after a very pleasant and invigorating afternoon, we
all headed over to have tea at the nearby Premier Inn. This
was a little gem which added to the pleasure of the whole
day; good choice of food at a very reasonable price with
excellent service.
We returned for the evening dance -a varied programme of
old favourites and the very new!
Elaine called the first half of the programme with calm, clear
authority – impressively from memory – which ensured that
not a foot was misplaced on the floor.
The music from Lindsay Weir and her Scottish Dance Band
was wonderful -a joy for dancing!
During the interval a surprise! The organising committee
produced a cake celebrating the 90th Anniversary of
Edinburgh and the 75th Anniversary of Dunfermline Branch-
es. After a photo call, we were treated to a lovely
performance of ‘The Shepherd’s Crook’ by our younger
dancers.
Continued overleaf
Margo puts the dancers through their paces
Functions 4
Come and Dance with us
Branch AGM Sunday
14th June
Murrayfield Church Hall,
Ormidale Terrace,
SAVE THE DATE Continued from page 3
With everyone suitably refreshed the dancing continued with
renewed vitality, tackling some more of the dances from
Book 48 as well as some popular favourites particularly Scott
Meikle and Bill Clement MBE.
The dance finished at 9.45 with a vote of thanks from the
Dunfermline Chairperson. There were lots of smiles as we
departed after a most satisfying and congenial day.
Theresa MacVarish
Please share your thoughts with us about this joint
annual event. Should it continue? Do you have any
ideas for the workshop? Is there a better location?
Email us at [email protected]
Nice ‘n’ Easy Dance
Saturday 7th February 7.30—10.30pm
North Merchiston Club, Watson Crescent, Edinburgh,
EH11 1EP
Dancing to Iain MacPhail and his Scottish Dance Band
Tickets £7 / £9 (RSCDS Members / Non-Members)
includes a mini Burns supper
The full programme is now available, along with a crib
sheet, on our website. This dance is suitable for all with
lots of popular easy dances.
Joint Lothians Dance
It’s RSCDS East Lothians turn to host this event in 2015
and we look forward to seeing you on the dance floor
along with all our friends from West Lothian Branch.
Saturday 14th March 7.30pm
Port Seaton Community Centre, South Seaton Park, Port
Seaton, EH32 0BQ
Dancing to Alastair Wood and his Scottish Dance Band
Tickets £8, including light refreshments
Old Favourites Dance
Saturday 18th April 7.30—10.30pm
North Merchiston Club, Watson Crescent, Edinburgh,
EH11 1EP
Dancing to Gary Donaldson and his Scottish Dance Band
Tickets £7 / £9 (RSCDS Members / Non-Members)
Annual Ball 2015
Saturday 9th May
Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Edinburgh,EH1 2QQ
Dancing to Graeme Munro and his Scottish Dance Band
This was a sell out event in 2014
Early Bird Discount available -Booking is open now
Don't miss out
book now
Looking for new shoes?
Branch members qualify for a 10% discount in Dancewear
on production of your membership card or this advert.
Dancers Diary 5
Dates for your Diary
Winter Term : w/c 12th January 2015 for 10weeks (mid term break w/c 16th February)
Spring: w/c 20th April 2015 for 6 weeks. Details will be included in the next edition of Dancing Forth or check
online
As this is a 10 week term the cost of this term will be £50 for a member and £65 for a non-member. For
beginners only a “5 class-pass” is available at a cost of £35 or you can Pay as You Go (P.A.Y.G) at £8 per class. Those opting for a “5
class-pass” must register their details with the branch and these are available from the class teacher.
Class Day Time Venue Teacher Musician
Beginners Tuesday 8.00—9.30 pm Bruntsfield Evangelical Church,
Leamington Terrace, EH10 4JU
Rachel Shankland Seonaid Lynn
Improvers Tuesday 8.10—9.40 pm* Calton Centre 121 Montgomery St,
EH7 5EP
Ian Brockbank Gary Donaldson
General Tuesday 8.00—9.30 pm Cluny Centre (Upper Hall), Cluny
Drive, EH10 6DN
Elizabeth Harry Rodger McAndrew
Very Advanced Thursday 7:45—9.15 pm Murrayfield Parish Church,
Ormindale Terrace, EH12 6EQ
Margo Priestley Doreen McKerron
Demonstration Thursday 8.00—9.30 pm St Anne’s Church, Kaimes Road,
EH12 6JR
John Wilkinson Moira Reekie
NOTE * The Improvers class is
running 10 minutes later
due to a change in hall
availability.
Beginners If you want an introduction to the basics of Scottish Country Dancing, this is the class for you. Here, you will learn many
popular Scottish dances along with the basic steps and formations needed to do them.
Improvers Once you have a reasonable grasp of the basics, this class helps you build your knowledge of the steps and most common
formations. Many stay in this class until they feel ready to progress upward. You might sample your first social dance
while in this class.
General A general class suitable for intermediate dancers and above. Confident in the basics, a wider range of formations will be
introduced although steps will continue to be covered. Selected dances from upcoming events may be taught as many in
this class enjoy going to Branch dances and dancing socially in general.
Very Advanced For dancers who are confident with all formations and want to perfect their dancing with others of a similar level. Steps
and formations are covered in depth with individual comments given to help dancers attain a high level of technique.
Demonstration The corporate arm of the classes which promotes the Branch and its aims. Invited members will accept individual
criticism and undertake demonstrations for the Branch. Think you’re up to the challenge? - contact the Demonstrations
Coordinator for more information ([email protected])
Class Descriptions
Classes 6
Come and Buy
Our new 90th Anniversary Book and CD is now available to purchase. The book contains 12 new
dances written by Branch members and friends and most of the dances have new tunes written
especially for them by some of our Branch musicians. This collection of dances, in celebration
of our 90th Anniversary is a fine testament to the composing, arranging and devising talent
that exists within the Branch, its members and friends. The twelve very different dances come
together to produce a book with something for every dancer - from traditional to modern, sim-
ple to complex and longwise to square and even triangular.
The accompanying CD, recorded by Graeme Munro and his Band, is a delight to listen to and
really lifts the words off the page and onto the dance floor.
Contact us for more information: [email protected]
After a year of spectacular celebrations to mark
our 90th Anniversary, we look back at all of the
fun we have had.
Thank you to everyone who has come along and
helped us celebrate in such style!
We hope you enjoy this selection
of
photographs from 2014
CELEBRATING 90
YEARS IN STYLE
See page 16 for more photographs
RSCDS 85th Annual General Meeting
The AGM in November is the biggest event in the year for the
RSCDS. This year there were hundreds of country dancers in
Perth for what was a family gathering.
On Friday, after sampling the Royal George Hotel’s high tea, we set off for the first event – the Friday dance. The pro-gramme was devised by Carnoustie, East Angus and Forfar Branches and was a good variety for all abilities. The Bells Sport Centre is enormous and Matthew McLennan and his band found the acoustics a problem but played some lovely tunes and got the weekend off to a good start.
On Saturday morning there was a choice between a large class
with Paul Plummer and Andrew Nolan and an open forum on
increasing membership. The Branches had stalls with all sorts
of goodies for sale and lots of people to meet and that attract-
ed us. Edinburgh Branches stall was very busy and I believe
our 90th Anniversary book sold very well.
In the afternoon, I attended the meeting as a delegate for
Vancouver Branch. Several members of Edinburgh Branch are
delegates for overseas Branches such as San Francisco, Tokyo,
Twin Cities and Boston. We all vote as instructed by the
various Branches.
There was a lot of business to be discussed and, as always,
some members disagreed with the motions but with the very
able chairmanship of John Wilkinson the meeting closed at
5.30pm. Robert MacKay gave a very full vote of thanks in a
very short time and then it was time for tea.
The Ball on Saturday night was a splendid occasion, hundreds
of dancers in evening dress make a wonderful sight. The Ball
programme was chosen by Edinburgh Branch and had all my
favourite dances. It was a very popular programme. Nicol
McLaren’s band had no trouble with the acoustics and gave us
sparkling music. A very happy evening ended with Auld Lang
Syne and the National Anthem.
After the Ball it was time to catch up with the friends we had
not seen for a year. There were members from America,
Canada, France, Germany and all over the UK who come to
the AGM every year and the time slipped past very quickly -
until 3 o’clock in the morning! We all agreed that we are lucky
to have a society where we can have friends worldwide and all
because of our love of Scottish country dancing.
On Sunday morning there was a class taken by William
Williamson and Muriel Johnstone and a Youth Forum but
after two late nights and a lot of dancing we decided to head
for home.
The whole weekend was thoroughly enjoyable and I hope
there will be many more. Although there were lots of people, I
did notice that the numbers were fewer, especially delegates.
Like many other longstanding members I am concerned about
the direction our Society is taking. I fear technology is taking
over and future AGMs will be held via Skype. We would lose
something very precious if that was to happen. The AGM is
the one occasion where all the Branches of the Society are rep-
resented and share in our enjoyment of dancing and music.
Elizabeth M Allan
Rounding up 2014 11
I didn't know what to expect when we made the decision to go to the musical evening at Broughton St. Mary's church on Fri-
day 21st November. It was a dreich night and the first thing I noticed was how warm and cosy it was inside the church. We
slipped in just as the evening started with a selection of lovely Scottish tunes played on the accordion. This set the standard
for the whole evening.
We were entertained by some wonderful piano playing, from intricate duets to the fast and furious Scott Joplin, the show
tunes of Irving Berlin and, of course, more of the Scottish music that we all love. In between we heard two excellent singers,
both very different, and marvelled at the speed of the stepdancers' feet. We couldn't help but tap our feet to the fantastic
fiddle music and sang along when we could.
After a break for wine and nibbles and a chance to chat we returned to our seats for the second half and weren't disappoint-
ed. If anything this half was even better - so much talent in and around the branch. The whole evening was very slick and
ably compered by Robert MacKay. By the time it finished I was on a high and hardly noticed the pouring rain as I stepped
outside.
Simon Cowell doesn't know what he's missing!
Vivien Barclay
A summary of the meeting is available at www.rscds.org
Who needs the X Factor?
Dancing around the Christmas Tunes
The culmination of our 90th Anniversary year was the Winter Warmer dance at Cluny Centre, one of our
favourite venues, just a week or so before Christmas and I had been looking forward to it with anticipation.
The scene was set with Jim Lindsay and his band all ready to play us seasonal songs and Christmas carols to
dance to. The programme was a cracker with lots of popular favourites and a sprinkling of new dances from
the 90th Anniversary book. The committee were ready with a welcome glass of Bucks Fizz and a caterer on stand by getting the
baked potatoes piping hot for the interval. The MCs were all prepared to guide us through any tricky formations and give clear
instructions. It would have been great if the hall had been just a little bit warmer & had a few Christmas decorations, however
the cool temperature certainly kept everyone on the floor.
All we needed was you - we missed you! Lots of hard work goes into every event, from booking the halls and musicians to
planning the catering, ensuring a well-balanced programme with something for all and organising MCs. In return, it would be
great to see more of our members and friends supporting these events. If there is something which you think is lacking or
could be better at our functions then the committee would welcome your feedback.
If you did come along, then I hope you enjoyed the evening as much we I did and I hope to see you at our next function.
Christmas fun for all 12
Beginners and Improvers Classes Party
Our Beginners class joined up with the Improvers class for
their first introduction to a social dance in December, with a
little bit of help from some of the General class.
Alistair Wood and Seonaid Lynn provided some great music
which kept everyone on the floor dancing all their favourite
dances from the past term, including the Christmas Tree
dance where we decorated the tree with baubles and tinsel.
Many thanks to our teachers Rachel Shankland and Ian
Brockbank, along with all the musicians who play for us, for
making the classes such fun and for all their patience with
us. It’s a good job they have a sense of humour.
Left; Seonaid Lynn
& Alastair Wood
keep us on the beat
at the Classes Party
Shout out! If anyone has any contacts in brownies and would
be interested in either getting involved or passing
on information , please do not hesitate to contact
the branch on
Youth 13
Brownies take the dance
challenge
Ever thought the RSCDS needed a
mascot or a redesign of the plain
coloured shoe? Well a local brownie group let their imagina-
tions run wild as they completed a Scottish Country Dancing
Challenge badge.
In conjunction with girl guiding Scotland, the RSCDS has
produced a badge specifically for Scottish Country Dancing.
I had the challenge of teaching brownies to dance in early
October. It was great fun!
To receive the badge 3 tasks were undertaken;
1) Learn 2 dances
2) Design a mascot for your local unit
3) Design a pair of dance shoes
They learnt A Flying Scotsman and A Reel for Jeannie and
had mascots ranging from a tattie in a kilt to Nessie in gil-
lies. In 1 session 25 brownies gained the badge and had loads
of fun doing it.
A huge thank you to Rachel Shankland for helping and I look
forward to getting more brownies dancing!
Faye Mather
Educating Edinburgh
We ran two Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
sessions in the autumn, funded from our Youth fund, for
teachers within the City of Edinburgh to introduce them to
the Jigs and Reels pack. There was good take up with over
20 teachers attending from a variety of Primary Schools
along with some Secondary PE Teachers. Feedback has
been very positive and we hope to continue and develop
this initiative in 2015. Many thanks to both Maggie
McLeish and Elizabeth Harry for the time which they have
given to this project.
Thanks for an inspiring afternoon
It had seemed a good idea at the time when I signed up for
a country dancing session of CPD but the temptation to go
home, put my feet up and have a cup of tea, on a wet Sep-
tember afternoon, after a hard day in the classroom was
difficult to resist.
Resist I did though, and Maggie and Elizabeth had the
welcome cup of tea ready for around 16 teachers from var-
ious schools in Edinburgh. It came as a shock when I
realised that what they really meant by “interactive
session” was that I would have to dance…. They soon had
us all up and despite no previous dance experience I
quickly learnt slip step and skip change of step and was off
on my first encounter with The Flying Scotsman and a
selection of other easy dances which I know my primary
class will love.
The easy step by step guide for teaching each dance, which
was explained to us, makes it so clear on how to teach the
children. Maggie and Elizabeth were both so patient with
us and worked well together. I had a fun afternoon learn-
ing a new skill which was delivered in a very expert yet in-
formal way, covering a lot in a short session. I feel confi-
dent that I can start with the basics and build a dance up
with the children, and I know that they will enjoy learning
our traditional dances.
I would like to thank RSCDS Edinburgh for supporting this
initiative, and hope that there will be follow up sessions in
2015.
A grateful Teacher, Edinburgh
Youth throughout the RSCDS
Sunday morning of the AGM weekend brings the annual
Youth Forum of the RSCDS when we can all have a say.
This year we got to hear from Guest speakers Raphaëlle
Ogeret (Lyon) and Doris Young (Aberdeen) about what they
do to attract and keep young dancers in their areas.
The Youth services are continuing to hold Youth Workshops
around the countries and I thought it was great to hear that
they are continuing to encourage Spring Fling to be held in
other countries in the world.
Another door has opened for the School programme with
the development of Dance Trad, which is the older sibling to
the Jigs and Reels pack for primary school age.
I found that the enthusiasm for encouraging young dancers
was shared throughout and I hope to see that continued
throughout the year.
Faye Mather
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Youth Cont’d and Unit 2 / 3 14
Children’s Ball 2015
We celebrated 90 years of dancing with our youngest
dancers (pictured above) last March and no Birthday party
is complete without a very large cake.
If you would like more information about this years Ball,
then please contact Grant Bulloch —
Children’s Class
Our ever popular Children’s class meets every Thursday in
term time. This is a fun way for children to make new
friends and keep healthy and active, whilst learning many
new skills from an early age. Our class teaches the concept
of teamwork and cooperation in a fun and safe environment.
The children enjoy dancing together and are always striving
to learn more.
Are you at primary school? Why don't you come and try our
class?
Are you interested in taking your Teaching
Certificate?
We are planning a Unit 2 and 3 course in late Spring /
early Summer 2015. This will be over four or five week-
ends in April/May 2015 with the examination late May/
early June.
The course will be led by Elizabeth Harry and Atsuko
Clement (Tutors) and Moira Reekie (Musician).
The venue (TBC) will be in the west of Edinburgh and
easily accessible from Haymarket Station, the City Bypass
and Edinburgh Airport.
The cost of the course and confirmed dates will be
available shortly.
Register your interest now for further infor-
mation as soon as it is available.
Looking for that missing book?
The Branch shop has a variety of books, CDs and other
SCD related material, Whether it is the latest new edi-
tion of Book 48 and the accompanying CD by Susan
MacFadyen, or something much more obscure, we can
help you find it. Contact us on [email protected]
Local Groups 15
The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
12 Coates Crescent, Edinburgh, EH13 7AF
Tel: 0131 225 3854 Fax: 0131 225 7783
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.rscds.org—see here for details of local branches in the Lothians and Fife
Atholl SCD Club
Secretary: David Ballantyne—
Ballantyne@[email protected]
Venue: Inverleith Church Hall, Ferry Road, EH3 5PR
Dates: Tuesdays until 19th May 2015
Time: 7.30pm
Music: Iain MacPhail
Cost: Members £4. Visitors very welcome £6
Only new and difficult dances are called, but the programmes are available via the Branch website
Edinburgh Ladies’ Club
President: Christina France 0131 664 8467
Secretary: Anne Hackland 0131 441 5108
Venue: St John’s Church, Princes Street, EH2 4BJ
Dates: Wednesdays until 18th March 2015
Time: 7.30—9.30pm
Music: CDs, All dances are called. Programme for the session is available at the door
Cost: Members £42 for the full year. Visitors very welcome £5
New members are always welcome.
Harrison SCD Club
Secretary: Fiona Winton 0131 453 5624
Venue: Polwarth Parish Church Hall, 36—38 Polwarth Terrace, EH11 1LU
Dates: Tuesdays until March 2015 (phone for dates)
Time: 7.30—9.30pm
Music: CDs
Cost: £7 enrolment + £3 per night for members
£3.50 for non-members
New members and visitors welcome.
Dunedin Dancers
Meet most Wednesdays , from 7.30—9.30pm, in
Morningside Parish Church Hall, Cluny Gardens, for
Scottish country dancing in a relaxed atmosphere. New dancers are always
welcome.
Exact dates are given on our website: www.dunedindancers.org.uk
For additional information, email the secretary at
[email protected] of ring 07966 881630.
Dunedin Dancers run a bi-annual Folk Dance Festival, to which we invite
various foreign dance groups, and regularly visit festivals abroad. This
years Festival is 19—25th July. In addition, we run two informal dances and
a formal ball each year—again details are on the website.
Gay Gordons Edinburgh
The Gay Gordons, Edinburgh’s LGBT SCD Group, welcomes all dancers to our friendly ses-sions.
Mondays 7.30pm. See our website for venue.
Teacher: Tim Bolton-Maggs
Contact : [email protected]
Website: www.gaygordonsedinburgh.co.uk
We also attend other events with groups in London, Manchester and Dum-
fries. Open to all regardless of experience.
Morningside Club
Secretary: Sandra Shaw 0131 440 1558
Venue: Upper Hall, Cluny Centre, Cluny Drive, EH10 6DB
Dates: Tuesdays until 16th March 2015
Time: 7.40—9.40pm
Music: Calum Marwick
Cost: £45 per session or £25 per term
Visitors: £4 per evening and £5 for parties
New members always welcome. See our new website for more information
www.morningsidescdclub.com
Celebrating St Andrew’s Day We were invited to run two ceilidh workshops as part of the
St Andrew’s Day celebrations in the Spiegel tent, St Andrew
Square Gardens.
This proved to be a great success with two performances
well attended by the public. A quick revision of the pro-
gramme ensured we could accommodate all of the children
who were keen to join in the easy dances.
We were lucky to have live music - the early afternoon was
provided by Alistair Wood and the second performance by
Gary Donaldson, who unfortunately also received a park-
ing ticket.
Thanks to the dancers who gave up a Sunday to support
the Branch by providing a show which was enjoyed by all.
Grant Bulloch Faye Mather
Adam Brady Rachel Shankland
Eilidh Burgess Yoshi Shibasaki Tim Bolton-Maggs
See overleaf for photographs
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Centre for Sport and Exercise
The University of Edinburgh
46 Pleasance
Edinburgh EH8 8TL
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For all sports related injuries, including Scottish country dancing. Facilities open to all members of RSCDS Edinburgh Branch at reduced rates.. Phone for more information.
Robert MacKay & Anne Riley enjoying the Winter Warmer
Special thanks to © Maria Falconer for her kind
permission to use images from the Common-
wealth Ceilidh.
Thanks also to our many members and friends
who have contributed photographs and articles
to make this souvenir issue of Dancing Forth
possible.
Ceilidh Workshops on St Andrew’s Day
Celebrating 90 years of
dancing in Edinburgh