Touched by a Polka
Jimmy Sturr · 2000
35 min · 12 tracks
A vibrant blend of traditional polka rhythms with playful melodies and lively instrumentation that invites listeners to dance.
Top tracks — play these first
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St. Patty's Polka (medley) — This track encapsulates the spirit of celebration associated with Irish culture, making it particularly popular around St. Patrick's Day and showcasing Sturr's skill at crafting engaging medleys.
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If You've Got the Money (I've Got the Time) — A classic tune that's been revitalized through Sturr's energetic arrangement, this track exemplifies the fusion of humor and danceability that's central to polka music.
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Come Polka With Us — The inviting title and upbeat tempo make this song a signature call to gather friends and family for dancing, embodying the communal spirit inherent in polka traditions.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dance-friendly upbeat energy
- short bursts of joy
- celebratory group sing-alongs
- festive atmosphere for gatherings
- light-hearted melodies for fun
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, introspective music
- dislike repetitive, lively rhythms
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Touched by a Polka is Jimmy Sturr's follow-up to his 1998 album, which solidified his reputation in the polka genre. At this point in his career, Sturr had already won multiple Grammy Awards, positioning him as a leading figure in contemporary polka music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Chieftains· Brave Combo· The Klezmatics
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tic Toc 3:13
- 2 If You've Got the Money (I've Got the Time) 2:10
- 3 Melody 2:53
- 4 St. Patty's Polka (medley) 4:00
- 5 Sunrise 3:03
- 6 If I Could Catch a Rainbow 2:08
- 7 San Antonio Rose 3:14
- 8 Don't Cry Daddy 3:08
- 9 Little Girl of Mine 3:30
- 10 Come Polka With Us 3:07
- 11 Thibodeaux and His Cajun Band 2:07
- 12 Time Changes Everything 2:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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