Dances of Poland

<p>Poland birthplace of Polonaise and Mazurka possesses a passionate love of music and dancing which has survived the ravages of many foreign invaders from Genghis Khan and his dreaded Tartars down to more recent oppressions.</p><p><br></p><p>There are many and varied steps to be found in the national dances of Poland and this book contains the notations and music of four original and exciting dances - including the 'Goralski' a brigand dance from the mountains and the famous Krakowiak - which are also depicted in striking colour plates showing authentic costumes.</p><p><br></p><p>Mme. Wolska had had long experience of the dances of Poland for after being connected with the Polish Ballet Company directed by Nijinsky's sister she joined the well-known Anglo-Polish Ballet Company as both dancer and ballet mistress.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>