One of the Northland’s most-loved icons in both music and state government, Florian Chmielewski has died. He was 97. According to his daughter Patty, Florian passed away on April 23, 2024 at home, ...

Florian Chmielewski’s polka music has had Minnesotans dancing for decades. The 97-year-old musician and former Minnesota State Senator died earlier this week, according to his family. “I thought ...

Musician, broadcaster, former Minnesota state senator and polka legend Florian Chmielewski rehearses with Sod House Theater in Minneapolis in 2017.

Learn about the history of polka music in Minnesota. Polka has been part of Minnesota’s rich music history for a long time. In this half-hour special, learn about Minnesota’s polka music scene. Polka ...

Artist Annie Humphrey performs on stage during Fire in the Village at the Turf Club in St. Paul on Sept. 12, 2024. [MUSIC PLAYING] NINA MOINI: You're listening to Minneapolis musician Ella Buckner's ...

EVELETH — Picture a typical Catholic Mass. The tall cathedral, the wooden pews and perhaps some music on an organ. At any point did you picture an accordion? If yes, there's a good chance you've been ...