They follow a successful recipe made famous by the television series 'The White Heather Club' aired in the 1960s. If dancing is your pleasure then there are several choices from the more formal Scottish Country Dance Societies to the less formal Ceilidh Dancing. The third popular form in Scotland is highland dancing which is essentially a solo or group performance. There are hundreds if not thousands of Country Dance societies throughout the world many of which have their own web-site. Scottish Country Dancers tend to prefer music played to a strict tempo - bands such as the world famous Jimmy Shand, Jim Johnstone, John Ellis to name but a few.
Bands invariably comprise of two accordions, fiddle, piano, bass and drums.
These bands also perform at the vibrant 'Accordion and Fiddle Club' scene throughout Scotland. Increasing in popularity is the 'ceilidh dance' a version where formality goes out of the window. A dance caller shouts out instructions to experienced dancers and beginners. The main purpose is enjoyment, dancing ability is irrelevant. The Scottish folk circuit is where many Scots would look for a real cultural night out.