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Polka Events This Month in San Francisco
Polka in San Francisco this month (2-31 Oct): Alpine Sound Band at Park Chalet (Fri 9 Oct). Updated daily.
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Sound profile
An upbeat, danceable sound.
energy
80
danceability
90
valence
95
grit
20
organicness
90
commerciality
30
tempo
70
vocality
40
About Polka
Polka is a vivacious folk dance and music genre that originated in mid-19th-century Bohemia, quickly spreading across Europe and the Americas to become a ballroom staple. The genre is defined by its brisk 2/4 time signature and the characteristic "oom-pah" rhythmic drive, typically performed at a lively tempo between 120 and 160 beats per minute. Traditional instrumentation prominently features the accordion or concertina, supported by a brass section of tubas and trumpets alongside woodwinds like the clarinet. Its energetic and celebratory mood has fostered deep semantic links to various regional folk traditions, eventually influencing the development of Western swing and Tex-Mex conjunto music.
Also known as: Polka
Parent genre:Traditional Music
Polka events in San Francisco this month - FAQ
What Polka events are in San Francisco this month?+
Mood lists one polka event in San Francisco this month (2-31 Oct): Alpine Sound Band at Park Chalet (Fri 9 Oct). The listing shows the venue, lineup and a direct ticket link; the calendar is updated daily.
Where can I find Polka in San Francisco this month?+
Polka is a vivacious folk dance and music genre that originated in mid-19th-century Bohemia, quickly spreading across Europe and the Americas to become a ballroom staple. Find every Polka venue and event in San Francisco this month above - with lineups, door times, and tickets.
What is Polka music?+
Polka is a vivacious folk dance and music genre that originated in mid-19th-century Bohemia, quickly spreading across Europe and the Americas to become a ballroom staple. The genre is defined by its brisk 2/4 time signature and the characteristic "oom-pah" rhythmic drive, typically performed at a lively tempo between 120 and 160 beats per minute. Traditional instrumentation prominently features the accordion or concertina, supported by a brass section of tubas and trumpets alongside woodwinds li…
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