National Cleveland Style Polka Hall of Fame and Museum
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Ron was known as the Iron Range Button Box King for his skill on the diatonic and chromatic accordions. He was one of the leaders of the button box revival in the Upper Midwest in the 1980s. He grew up with Slovenian music in Biwabik, Minnesota, and played trumpet in local bands. Ray Podboy of the Chicago Slovene Button Box Club helped Ron perfect his style. In 1982, Ron organized the Polka Chimes Orchestra and later led the Button Box Showcase. His albums include his original songs. Ron’s final release featured daughters Shelby and Susan. Chisholm’s Ironworld Polka Hall of Fame inducted Ron in 1999.
Inducted in 2019
National Cleveland Style Polka Hall of Fame
Trustees Honor Roll Recipient
RON SETNIKER
1939 -
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