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“Philadelphia Polka Waltz”

Object Details

Description
This sheet music for the song “Philadelphia Polka Waltz” was composed b y A. F. R. Conner and published by A. Foit of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1846. The song was composed for Monsieur Jules Martin, “to whose pupils it is most respectfully dedicated.” The plain white cover has only black text and musical notation on it.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
publishing date
1846
Physical Description
paper (overall material)
ink (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 13 1/2 in x 10 1/4 in; 34.29 cm x 26.035 cm
Object Name
sheet music
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