The Gillie Calum is actually danced on crossed swords, and to touch a sword during the dance was considered bad luck. This dance features a kicking motion, which describes and celebrates the Scots' kicking off their hated trousers in order to put on the kilt. Today, all of these dances are done in modern Highland dress by men, women or children. Novelty exhibition dances, such as Flora MacDonald's Fancy, the Sailor's Hornpipe and the Irish Jig are danced in special costume. The variety of steps adds interest to a competition, and test each dancer's ability to concentrate.
Music is the cause, dancing the effect.
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