A Passion for Polka: Old-Time Ethnic Music in America
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Book Overview
Not so long ago, songs by the Andrews Sisters and Lawrence Welk blasted from phonographs, lilted over the radio, and dazzled television viewers across the country. Lending star quality to the ethnic music of Poles, Italians, Slovaks, Jews, and Scandinavians, luminaries like Frankie Yankovic, the Polka King, and "Whoopee John" Wilfart became household names to millions of Americans. In this vivid and engaging book, Victor Greene uncovers a wonderful...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0520075846
ISBN13:9780520075849
Release Date:November 1992
Publisher:University of California Press
Length:355 Pages
Weight:1.75 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 6.3" x 9.3"
Customer Reviews
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Excellent long overdue source on the American polka movement
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Excellent book on ethnic music in America. Of most interest to me is the polka music. The title itself makes you want to read Green's book! Extensive information is given on Frankie Yankovic and the Cleveland-Style, or Slovenian-American-style, polka movement. Other areas and styles are also addressed. This is a MUST READ for anyone interested in polka music!
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