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

 

Joe Toriskie played polka music professionally for 45 years, from high school through 1977.  Joe and the JT Trio were regulars at many of Cleveland's polka spots, including 11 years at Zabak's Tavern.  Joe formed the Casuals orchestra and made gained popularity on the Cleveland-style scene.  His Casual Time radio program attracted a large following for bus trips, tours, and live appearances.  Joe chaired the Holy Family Home polka committee, raising more than $30,000 for the cancer home through polka dances.

 

Inducted in 1997

National Cleveland Style Polka Hall of Fame

 

Trustees Honor Roll Recipient

 

JOE TORISKIE

 

1939 - 1997

 

 

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