This particular special during public television's pledge drives has a real sentimental value and one of my personal favorites.
First aired in 1993 and 1994, the Champagne Music Makers salute Christmases of Welk Show past.
Starring Myron Floren
Jo Ann Castle
Norma Zimmer
Bobby Burgess
Mary Lou Metzger
Sandi Griffiths
Ken Delo
Ron Anderson and Gail Farrell
...and the head honcho from OETA, Bob Allen
The two hour extravaganza, three or perhaps more when including those pledge breaks, is a retrospective of all the Christmas shows produced and aired by the Welk Show during it's twenty-seven year run. Featured are some of the most memorable moments and popular yuletide numbers by the Musical Family.
Like the March of the Toy Soldiers....
...and Bobby's dancing to the Carol of the Bells, with either Cissy, Barbara or Elaine
They also flashback to all the Musical Family's own family members, who get their time to shine as well....
....like Bob Ralston's kids playing the piano
....and Henry Cuesta's daughter Marion playing the flute
And of course, everyone is gathered 'round the tree, the kids waiting for Santa to come with their presents
This special is family fun for everyone, maybe it will be shown again down the road during the holidays....
I know I'll be watching!
It's the Lawrence Welk Holiday Special!
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