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On the Łuków Plain
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Here’s something a little different this time we hope you enjoy it!

It’s a traditional Polish polka-style tune from the Opole-Silesian region in the south. The original would usually feature a Bilgoray Suka (an ancient instrument you can see in the photo I included), but since we don’t have one on hand, Gemma worked her magic on the violin and tweaked the EQ to get as close as possible to that distinctive Suka sound.

Violin (Suka-style) & Vocals – Gemma
Bass, Drums & Mix – Piotr
Vocals & Acoustic Guitar – Me
Lyrics - Traditional
Released: 02-Apr-2025
Category: Folk
Application: Pro Tools
File type: mp3
File size: 4.7 Mb
Plays: 12
Downloads: 0
Weekly plays: 12
Weekly downloads: 0
License: No derivative works allowed
Lyrics
Song: "On the Łuków Plain"

Zwrotka 1

Słońce wschodzi nad równiną,

Tam, gdzie bocian ma swą dziedzinę,

Rzeka wije się przez las,

Wraca do mnie raz po raz.

Refren

Śpiewaj, śpiewaj, gdy żyto drży,

Dom to wiatr i letnie sny,
S
erce splata się jak len,

Z łagodnością Łukowskich ziem.

Zwrotka 2

Kamień, ziemia pod mym krokiem,

Szepczą pieśni dawnym głosem,

O żniwach, wojnie, cichej mowie,

Każda bruzda ma swą opowieść.

Refren

Śpiewaj, śpiewaj, gdy żyto drży,

Dom to wiatr i letnie sny,
S
erce splata się jak len,

Z łagodnością Łukowskich ziem.

English translation.
Verse 1

Oh, the sun breaks wide over the Łuków Plain,

Golden fields where the storks remain,

River winds through birch and pine,

Calling back what's always mine.

Chorus

Sing, oh sing, where the rye fields sway,

Home is the breeze on a summer day,

Hearts are tied like woven grain,

To the rolling hills of Łuków Plain.

Verse 2

Stone and soil beneath my feet,

Echo tales the elders keep,

Songs of harvest, war, and peace,

In every furrow, a soul’s release.

Chorus

Sing, oh sing, where the rye fields sway,

Home is the breeze on a summer day,

Hearts are tied like woven grain,

To the rolling hills of Łuków Plain.


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artist
We all need something little different and this is just perfect. Much enjoyed the traditional trip ... thank you Gemma, Piotr & Mo !
1 day ago
artist
Traditional music has so much life and beauty. I LOVE this Mo.
So melodic. So organic. Especially love the vocal harmonies.
Gemma's violin playing is always a joy!
:-)
1 day ago
artist
At times this reminded me Mexican folk music but it’s quite unique and a treat to hear this lovely and beautifully performed song.
1 day ago
artist
Love polka music.  Not a day went by in my house without my parents playing it.  This sounds amazing.  Great job.
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1 day ago
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This is really nice and well produced with great vocals.   Fantastic job.
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