Jim Motyka

Trumpet, Vocals

Background:

Jim started playing the clarinet at the age of 8 under the tutelage of the late Tony Zieminski.  He then went on the saxophone and then the trumpet with Happy Louie.  Jim also dabbles a bit in concertina, although it is a devil of an instrument.  He has been playing in Polka bands for more than 25 years and still enjoys playing and seeing the country.  His love for the music is something that will never end.

Performances:

Before performing with the Maestro’s Men, Jim started with the Village Traveler’s, The Instrumentals, the Bay State IV and Jackie Libera’s Classix.  He toured Poland with Happy Louie, performed with The Polka Country Musicians, Ray Mitus, , The New England All-Stars, Marion Lush, Little Wally, The New Brass, Heavy Chicago, and Lenny Gomulka’s Chicago Push.

Recordings:

Instrumentals: Polka Crazy Bay State IV: Polka Treasures                       Salutes the Polka Stars                       Who Could Ask For Anything More Classix: Class of 93 Dennis Polisky & Maestro's Men: Don't Stop The Music

Most Memorable Musical Moments:

One of my Most Memorable Moments was being nominated for Trumpet Player of the Year by the USPA.  Also getting a chance to stand next to and play for and with some of the finest musicians in the country, such as Eddie Blazonczyk, Lenny Gomulka, Little Wally, Jackie Libera, Dennis Polisky, Happy Louie, Marion Lush and so many more.  They are not only excellent musicians but admirable people as well.