Ilia Sokolov's polka exemplifies 19th-century Russian salon music, blending Bohemian dance rhythms with aristocratic elegance during Nicholas I's reign.
Ilia Sokolov was a Russian composer of the early 19th century. This Polka represents a lively dance piece typical of the era, likely composed for piano or small ensemble. The polka, though of Czech origin, was immensely popular throughout Europe in the 19th century and was adopted by many composers outside Bohemia.
