National Cleveland Style Polka Hall of Fame and Museum
605 East 222nd Street
Euclid, OH 44123
USA
E-mail: Polkashop@aol.com
Phone: 216-261-3263
Toll Free: 1-800-66POLKA
Fax: 216-261-4134
Jacob "Jack" Frohnhofer was a happy-go-lucky Cleveland-Style Polka bandleader, best
known as the "Big Guy" on the sax. His orchestra became one of the Pittsburgh area’s
most popular ensembles, largely because of his easy sound that was ideal for dancing
and for his sense of humor. Jack was born in Fitz Henry, Pennsylvania. He first appeared
with the Polka Kings and later joined the John Kusmierek Orchestra before starting
his own band. Jack performed at many clubs across Western Pennsylvania, as well as
at picnics and dances throughout the tri-state region. He belonged to several social
clubs and was a member of the United Mine Workers of America and United Steel Workers.
Inducted in 2012
National Cleveland Style Polka Hall of Fame
Trustees Honor Roll Recipient
JACK FROHNHOFER
1938 – 2001
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