Tune example: Polka
Tune example: Polka
This rhythm and dance probably came from what is now the Czech and Slovak Republics and is presumed to have originated from a Bohemian folk dance. It was introduced in Prague society in 1837 and a Prague dancing master introduced it to Paris in 1840. The polka went on to become a popular dance rhythm throughout Britain and Europe.
Polkas are commonly written in 2/4 time, and are very lively.
You can download the notation for the New Jenny Lind Polka (http://www.vwml.org/record/FK/6/26) by clicking on the PDF tab.
You can hear an audio recording of Laurel Swift playing the New Jenny Lind Polka on the audio tab.
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