Polka (English spelling)

Japanese: ポルカ - ぽるか(英語表記)polka 英語
Polka (English spelling)

A lively dance in 2/4 time that was popular in the late 19th century. The third eighth note of each measure is emphasized. The name is said to come from the Czech word polska (Polish girl). Its origins are unknown, but since it appeared in Prague in 1837, it quickly spread throughout the world and became an indispensable part of balls and dance halls. Johann Strauss and his son wrote many polkas in addition to waltzes. Smetana is also known for incorporating the rhythm of this dance into his opera The Bartered Bride (premiered in 1866) and various other works.

[Toshiko Sekine]

Source: Shogakukan Encyclopedia Nipponica About Encyclopedia Nipponica Information | Legend

Japanese:

19世紀後半に流行した2/4拍子の活発な舞曲。各小節の第三番目の8分音符が強調される。名称はチェコ語のpolska(ポーランド娘)に由来するといわれる。起源は不明だが、1837年にプラハに現れて以来、すぐに世界中に広まり、舞踏会やダンスホールに欠かせない存在となった。ヨハン・シュトラウス父子は、ワルツのほかにも多数のポルカを書いている。またスメタナは、オペラ『売られた花嫁』(1866初演)のほかさまざまな作品にこの舞曲のリズムを取り入れたことで知られている。

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