Eklunda Polska No. 3, Part 1

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Eklunda Polska No. 3

Eklunda Polska No. 3, Part 1

Eklunda Polska No. 3, Part 2

Eklunda Polska No. 3, Part 3: Play-Along Track

Eklunda Polska No. 3, Part 1

“Eklunda Polska No. 3” is a popular Swedish polska, which is a traditional Scandinavian dance form in 3/2. Joe’s version comes from American fiddlers Darol Anger and Brittany Haas. You’ll learn the A part in this video.

“Eklunda Polska No. 3” Notation/Tab (Available to subscribers)

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