Scottish dance

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Name of our project is: «Scottish dance – the ceremony, the competition or the conversation»

We realized it this  school year

Goal of the study: to learn about Scottish dance and find out about the event of the ceremony, competition or conversation

Hypothesis: many people today are unaware of the existence and conduct of Scottish dance

To find the answer to this statement, the following tasks were implemented:

·        Find out the history about Scottish dance and it performance

·        Tell others about Scottish dance

·        Study the movements of the dance and create full performance

·        Take a video of the dance and show it to others

Relevance: practicing Scottish dancing increases physical activity, which has a beneficial effect on human health

Subject of study: history and technic of Scottish dance

Subject: Scottish dance

Type of project: informational

Forms of the product: presentation, document Microsoft World, video

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Scottish dance is not just a physical expression; it is a living heritage that continues to inspire and unite people of all ages and nationalities. It is an integral part of Scotland's cultural heritage, reflecting the rich history and traditions of its people.

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There are a lot of legends about Scottish dance. One of them is  Sword Dance: After Malcolm III killed a fellow warchief, he celebrated by dancing over swords.

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Scottish dancing as a ceremony has its roots in the Middle Ages, starting from the 11th century. Ritual and martial dances celebrated heroic deeds and military prowess, becoming a characteristic feature of Scottish culture and folklore.

For example- One of the most ancient and famous dances is considered to be the sword dance. Legend has it that King Malkom crossed two swords, one his own and the other belonging to a slain enemy, and danced on them in honor of his victory.

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Scottish dance as a competition has ancient roots. According to tradition, ancient kings and clan leaders used Highland Games as a means of selecting their best warriors. The discipline required to perform the highland dances allowed the men to demonstrate their strength, endurance, and agility.

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Scottish dancing can be seen as a conversation, as its history goes back to the Middle Ages. Ritual and martial dances celebrated heroic deeds and military prowess, becoming a characteristic feature of Scottish culture and folklore.

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Scottish dancing can be seen as a way of communicating and expressing Scotland's cultural traditions and customs over the centuries.

2. We knew

There are just a few of the most famous Scottish dances:

• Saber dance. This dance involves two dancers holding long metal sabers in their hands.
• Kayleigh. This collective dance is performed by a group of several couples who perform complex steps and shapes to music in the style of Scottish folk melodies.
• Rigdens. This dance is performed in a circle or line, and the dancers perform characteristic steps, rotations and jumps to live music.
• Highland Dance. This energetic and dynamic dance is characterized by fast steps, jumps and spins. It is often accompanied by Scottish drums and bagpipes.

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Scottish dances fascinate with their unique energy, beauty and liveliness.

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To determine whether Scottish dance is a ceremony, a competition, or a conversation, we need to consider these concepts. 

A conversation is a real-time communication between people that involves speech, as opposed to written messaging.

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Competition is an activity aimed at achieving excellence, but there is no competitive spirit in Scottish dance. Participants synchronously perform movements, demonstrating their skills. 

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As a ceremony  Scottish dance reflects the country's culture, traditions and national values.

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In the process of studying Scottish dance, we discovered that it is not just a dance art, but a whole ritual.

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We explored the history of this dance, its various types and unique features. This allowed us to gain a deeper understanding of its meaning and master a variety of movements, which we were then able to pass on to others.

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As a result of our research, we have expanded our knowledge of Scottish dance and its varieties. We also realized that this is not just a dance, but an important part of the culture that accompanies significant events and ceremonies."

2. And now you watch our product « A video of Scottish dance»

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