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Kujawiak

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Kujawiak

 

a Polish folk dance deriving its name from the historical province of Kujawy; it is in 3/4 time and has a moderate tempo. The kujawiak is a lyrical dance similar to the mazurka, and its melodies and rhythms were used by Chopin, H. Wieniawski, and other composers.

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