Sites related to the polka as a dance. Polka music has its own category.
The polka is a lively "close" dance or round dance for couples, in 2/4 time.
The origin of the polka is...
This page was last updated on August 30th, 2008
This page was last updated on August 30th, 2008
Polka (from Folk Dancing)
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rec.arts.dance FAQ: Polka
Brief history, links, explanation of "polka dots."
Selections from Coralli's Aphorisms on the Polka, 1845
Quotes about the polka and passion.
The Wonderful World of Polka
Theresa, a middle-school student from Wisconsin, gives tips on polka dancing for beginners.
Dance History Archives: The Polka
The rise of this dance related to the redowa and the schottische. Important people and places in its early popularization, some early sheet music titles, names of some popular polkas.
Bratwurst Pages: Polka!
The official state dance in Wisconsin: its place in social life and culture. Also one way to dance the polka. Very generous, considering the webmaster is one of the few Wisconsinites who doesn't polka.
Polka--popular Czech dance
The town of Kostelec nad Labem claims to be the birthplace of the polka.
Arizona Polka Dancing
Directories of polka organizations in Arizona and of polka bands that play in the state, listing of festivals.
How to Polka, Texas Style
Two easy methods, with diagrams.
History of Dance: Polka
Story of the origins and early spread of this popular dance, by Lori Heikkila.
John & Marlys Rivard
Personal page of a couple from Houston who love to dance, especially polka and Cajun. A history of polka, and polka in Texas. Includes information on organizations, radio, bands, likely opportunities for dancing in the state.
Polish Dances: Polka
Essay points out that the polka, while popular among Polish-Americans, is not really a Polish dance like the polonaise or mazurka. Several photos. Includes bibliography.
Mixed Pickles: The Polka
Description of the polka by Henri Cellarius, written in 1858.
Polka Happiness
Book review. Recommends this study of the polka in America to all fans of the polka.
Animation & Dance: Polka
Short essay on this dance. Also mentions conjunto music.
Polka steps
Diagram and instructions for basic polka step.
Brief history, links, explanation of "polka dots."
Quotes about the polka and passion.
Theresa, a middle-school student from Wisconsin, gives tips on polka dancing for beginners.
The rise of this dance related to the redowa and the schottische. Important people and places in its early popularization, some early sheet music titles, names of some popular polkas.
The official state dance in Wisconsin: its place in social life and culture. Also one way to dance the polka. Very generous, considering the webmaster is one of the few Wisconsinites who doesn't polka.
The town of Kostelec nad Labem claims to be the birthplace of the polka.
Directories of polka organizations in Arizona and of polka bands that play in the state, listing of festivals.
Two easy methods, with diagrams.
Story of the origins and early spread of this popular dance, by Lori Heikkila.
Personal page of a couple from Houston who love to dance, especially polka and Cajun. A history of polka, and polka in Texas. Includes information on organizations, radio, bands, likely opportunities for dancing in the state.
Essay points out that the polka, while popular among Polish-Americans, is not really a Polish dance like the polonaise or mazurka. Several photos. Includes bibliography.
Description of the polka by Henri Cellarius, written in 1858.
Book review. Recommends this study of the polka in America to all fans of the polka.
Short essay on this dance. Also mentions conjunto music.
Diagram and instructions for basic polka step.
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