DO ŽEMĚ ÚSMĚVŮ is a Polka by Antonín Tichý and Jaroslav Hájek from Prague, Czech Republic. A master brass musician, composer and conductor, this work provides a wonderful audience pleaser. The concert polka form, born in Bohemia, provides great joy and a sense of beauty to those who experience it. It is scored for full Concert Band with both American and European instrumentations. Tichý is a retired Band Master of the highest order and highly respected for his musicianship. He is an excellent representative of a classical composer applying his gifts to the folk art, thereby creating a whole new listening sensation! The sophistication of the arranging and harmonic scoring and counterpoint is refreshing to experience. Czech polkas always have texts, for they tell a story. Text is provided for solo singer both in English and the original Czech language. Absolutely enjoyable music that is fun to perform, listen to, toe tap, dance with a friend, or sit back and relish! Concert Band. Score. Grade: 3 Duration: 4:15