Scottish Branles

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The Scottish Branles (Branles d'Ecosse) are found in Orchesography by Thoinot Arbeau, which contains two Scottish branles; these were supposed to be the first two in a suite. There are a couple of pieces by Estienne du Tertre with the same title, but they are said not to fit these choreographies.

Steps Used

Choreography

As with most branles, these dances are performed in a line of people holding hands or (if enough people are present) a circle. It is not necessary for the dancers to be paired with partners.

First Scottish Branle

DLx DRx
SLx SRx
Repeat

Second Scottish Branle

DLx SRx SLx DRx

DLx SRx
KR KL KR J with Cap

Branles

Aridan Branle | Breton Branle | Burgundian Branle | Candlestick Branle | Cassandra Branle | Charlotte Branle | Clog Branle | Double Branle | Gavotte | Gay Branle | Haut Barrois Branle | Hay Branle | Hermits Branle | Horses Branle | Maltese Branle | Montarde Branle | Official Branle | Pease Branle | Pinagay Branle | Poitou Branle | Scottish Branle | Single Branle | War Branle | Washerwomen's Branle