A dentist by profession, Dr. Lausche was active for nearly sixty years in the music field. Dr. Lausche was a brilliant composer and arranger; played the piano proficiently; produced and directed recordings on national labels; taught and rehearsed some of the most famous Cleveland style polka artists; coached singing groups; and was active outside of purely ethnic circles in Cleveland’s cultural community. An accomplished musician, Doc Lausche enthusiastically embraced a wide range of musical genres.…
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New York City …. “Hi Polka Cuzzins!” Walt Procanyn is an accordionist and bandleader who currently resides in Woodside, the Queens section of the big apple. Walt is well known throughout the big band and polka circle as a maverick and innovator. He has revolutionized the polka industry by incorporating the big band sound in what used to be “traditional” polka music. He recorded several albums for arc international records in Toronto, Canada. He is…
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Richard Drongoski was born in Clifton, New Jersey to John and Val Drongoski in 1958. He does have an older sister and brother. Richard’s sister lives in Florida near Richard and his parents. His one brother still remains in the state of New Jersey. At the young age of three the Drongoski’s knew that Richard would lead a life centered around polka music. At this very young age Richard wanted and did receive an accordion.…
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Michael Costa was born on July 5, 1961 to William and Phyllis Costa of Irvington, NJ. He is the first born of two children. His parents met in the mid 50’s at the Irvington Polish Home where weekly polka dancing was extremely popular. As their children grew, they were exposed to Chicago-style polkas at the Dover Polanka in Dover, NJ. Michael’s Dad, played bass and guitar with local bands. Growing up in a home filled…
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