2015 I.P.A. Hall of Fame & 2014 Music Award Winners!
The results of the 2014 Hall of Fame and Music Awards are as follows: Hall of Fame Inductees: Randy Koslosky Mark Trzepacz Chester Budny – Deceased Florian Chmielewski – Pioneer Favorite Band: Dennis Polisky & The Maestro’s Men Favorite Male Vocalist: Lenny Gomulka Favorite Female Vocalist: Mollie Busta Lange Favorite Album: “Love Notes” – Kevin Adams Favorite Song: “The Roads We Travel” – Polka Country Musicians Please help us in congratulating the…
I.P.A Dance in Central Wisconsin!
I.P.A. and the Polka Jammer Jammerthon!
The International Polka Association will be participating in the 2015 Polka Jammer Network’s Jammerthon. This is a 3 day event which will broadcast a variety of polka shows from March 6th thru March 8th. This event is held to assist in the funding of the “all polka format” internet station. The International Polka Association will host a 2 hour show on Sunday, March 8th from 1pm – 3pm cst The live show will feature…
10th Annual I.P.A. Benefit Dance: Ludlow, Massachusetts
2 Days of polka fun!!! February 28th & March 1st Join IPA Director Ed Szela & IPA 2nd Vice President Freddy K as they present the 10th Annual IPA Benefit Dance Ludlow PACC, 355 East Street, Ludlow, Mass 01056 Saturday, February 28, 2015 7pm to 11pm Featuring the music of: THE BOYS Along with Guest Vocalists Larry Trojak and Mark Trzepacz (Dynatones) Sunday, March 1, 2015 2pm to 7pm…
Festival of Bands and Warm Up Dance Weekend January 17th & 18th, 2015
The weekend is upon us!! For the International Polka Association’s annual Festival of Bands and Warm up Dance! Here are all of the Details: Saturday, January 17th, 2015 IPA Warm-Up Dance Polonia Banquets 4604 S Archer Ave, Chicago Musical Entertainment by Freeze Dried Doors open at 5pm cst Music 6pm – 10pm cst Admission $10 payable at the door. ==================================================================== Sunday, January 18th, 2015 IPA Festival of Bands Glendora Banquets 10225 S Harlem Ave,…
I.P.A. Christmas Party Audio & Photos!!
Listen to the I.P.A. Christmas Special Here! Recorded live at Polonia Banquets on 12-7-2014 Featuring the music of Santa’s Helpers Along with the IPA Chorus and Children’s Chorus With special holiday greetings from many IPA members and their families. Happy Holidays from the International Polka Association!
2015 Joe Jozwiak Award Winner
Passing of Stanley Przasnyski H.O.F. 1993
With heavy hearts, we inform you of the passing of Stanley Przasnyski. Stanley was inducted into the International Polka Association Hall of Fame in 1993. His career highlights include the Connecticut Twins Orchestra, and many years as a polka DJ. Service details are pending. To read more about Stanley Przasnyski’s polka accolades, please view the link below: Stanley Przasnyski’s Hall of Fame Biography Our condolences to the entire Przasnyski family.
Joe Jozwiak Special Achievement Award Nominations
It’s that time of year again to get your nominations in for the annual Joe Jozwiak Special Achievement Award. How did this award get started? Who does this award honor? Many years ago, the late Joseph Jozwiak, a director of the IPA, made a suggestion that an award be bestowed upon an individual or group of individuals who have made a significant contribution or endeavor to enhance the promotion of polka music. After much discussion,…



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