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Highland dancing is a form of solo step dancing, from which it evolved, but while some forms of step dancing are purely percussive in nature, Highland dancing involves not only a combination of steps but also some integral upper body, arm, and hand movements.
Highland Dancing provides participants the opportunity to gain poise, self-confidence, stage presence, ethnic tradition, uniqueness, self-discipline, aerobic exercise, lifelong friendships and a variety of other positive benefits. Dancers need not be of Scottish heritage to participate.
Highland Dancing has a long and detailed history and is one of Scotland most cherished dance forms. To learn more about the history of Highland dancing we encourage you to do your own research and get in touch with official organisations who develop and promote Highland dancing.
The Highland Dance Competition, Premier Choreography Competition, and Ohio Open Championship take place indoors in spacious Building 23, with plenty of room for dancer setup and spectators. Stay for the week at the Ohio Scottish Arts School!
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Highland dance focuses on traditional dances that date back hundreds of years. Everyone from beginners to world champions spend time working each week on the same dances, with the emphasis being on perfecting technique, control, and movements, while constantly improving their stamina and endurance.
The Wisconsin Highland Games and our benefit concerts provide a forum for traditional artists and athletes, both professional and amateur, to inform, educate, entertain and compete, helping create an environment where their arts and abilities may be widely appreciated.
Highland dance is a style of competitive solo dancing similar to ballet and Irish dancing that was developed in the Scottish Highlands centuries ago. The dances were passed down over the years to preserve the rich heritage of the Scottish people.
The Heather Highland Dancers are a Scottish Highland dance group based in Madison, WI. They have performed at the Milwaukee Highland Games. The group's intructor is Susan Jeffery.
Scottish Highland Dancing is a celebration of the Scottish spirit. The dances are a spectacular combination of strength, agility, movement, music and costume. Unlike other dance forms, Highland dances are generally danced in competition and are scored individually.