Old German Polka – Bill Netz (recorded at Mulgildie, early 1960s) This tune is another old German polka in the immense musical repertoire of the famed Netz dynasty. This great polka is played by Bill Netz on violin – a great example of his mastery on the instrument. Press Play […]
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Old German Polka – played by Ron Kerle
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‘Gutes Kind, Liebes Kind’ – Old German Song
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Old Barn Dances – Lockyer Valley
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Old Austro-Hungarian Waltz – Carl Piglich
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