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Florian Chmielewski Sr. – Florian’s career began at the age of 18. He enlisted in the Air force in 1950 and had the opportunity to work with distinguished entertainers like Hank Williams, Lawrence Welk, Myron Floren and Frankie Yankovic. |
| In the 1950’s he joined with his brothers on the television stage of the weekly Polish TV Party. From this debut performance, the syndicated Chmielewski Funtime TV show was developed and broadcast in 40 markets from Pennsylvania to California. It is currently the longest running polka television show in the U.S. More recently, Florian was inducted into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame in New Ulm, MN in 1994 and the Ironworld Music Hall of Fame in Chisholm, MN in 1995. |
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Jerry Chmielewski – Played saxophone in his earlier years
but currently plays drums full-time. He promoted worldwide Chmielewski Band
tours to various countries. In 2004, he returned from las Vegas, NV to
perform on a more regular basis. He currently resides in Amery, WI with his
wife Carole who also likes to sing and make guest appearances. |
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Lorren Lindevig – Started his career with the Westernaires. He is a long time friend and has played the accordion with the Chmielewski Band for many years. |
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Patty Chmielewski-Devitt – Recorded “I’ve Got a Polish Boyfriend” at the age of 7. She was inducted into the Ironworld Music Hall of Fame in 2003. She plays saxophone and drums along with vocals. She currently resides in Apple Valley, MN with her husband and three children. |
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Nick Devitt – He is 13 years old and loves to play drums with his Grandpa. He is a featured trumpet and drummer at his Middle School and Jazz Band.
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Lexy Devitt – She is 11 years old and plays piano and does vocals with her Grandpa. She also plays french horn at her Middle School and Jazz Band. |
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Kati Devitt – She is 5 years old. She is the youngest Chmielewski Grandchild. She made her first recording at the age of 3 entitled “Another Generation”. |
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