Eric Noltkamper's Studio to Stage introduces many "new" songs to the polka field while staying very traditional in sound.

Eric encorporates his fine accordion work and arrangements into some original songs as well as some songs from the early jazz era.

A must for the true polka enthusiast.

Eric Noltkamper's Studio to Stage introduces many "new" songs to the polka field while staying very traditional in sound.

Eric encorporates his fine accordion work and arrangements into some original songs as well as some songs from the early jazz era.

A must for the true polka enthusiast.

No other polka recording in my opinion has captured the essence, heart and flamboyance of the Cleveland/Slovenian style polka and waltz. Rosy Cheeks takes us back to the fabulous fifties when polkas were the rage and several polka bands were on major labels. It also showcases inovation, with the addition of 5 of my... (more)

No other polka recording in my opinion has captured the essence, heart and flamboyance of the Cleveland/Slovenian style polka and waltz. Rosy Cheeks takes us back to the fabulous fifties when polkas were the rage and several polka bands were on major labels. It also showcases inovation, with the addition of 5 of my own compositions, one from Marty Sintic, one written by Duke Ellington, and a "tin pan alley" song of the 20's, entitled Rosy Cheeks. It is a tribute to the pioneers who created this rich, classical sound. The melodies are irresistible and the Noltkamper band swings, anticipating your every move on the dance floor. Eric's keen musical mind and flawless technique will leave young and old alike wanting to hear it over and over.

Bruce A. Burger

DJ, Musician, and TV Personality

This recording is a compilation of great polkas and waltzes all played by Eric Noltkamper on the diatonic accordion(Button Box). This recording is dedicated to all button box players, and enthusiasts, that have fallen in love with this unique and fun instrument.

This recording is a compilation of great polkas and waltzes all played by Eric Noltkamper on the diatonic accordion(Button Box). This recording is dedicated to all button box players, and enthusiasts, that have fallen in love with this unique and fun instrument.

The word "reflections" is defined as "Imitative Reproductions of the style of another", and, "To consider seriously."

What Eric Noltkamper has done would be a monumental task for a group of 5 or 6 musicians. For someone at his young age, to have played most of the instruments with the... (more)

The word "reflections" is defined as "Imitative Reproductions of the style of another", and, "To consider seriously."

What Eric Noltkamper has done would be a monumental task for a group of 5 or 6 musicians. For someone at his young age, to have played most of the instruments with the skill and understanding of someone of lifetime dedication to the idiosyncrasies of Cleveland-Style polkas in an impressive project.

For the connoisseur of the Cleveland- Style Polka , as well as for someone who is hearing these songs for the first time, the recording will not only provide many hours of enjoyment, but it will serve as a testimony to the many great bands of the past, as performed by one of the rising performers of today.

Fred Ziwich