Showing posts with label Jo Ann Castle. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jo Ann Castle. Show all posts
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Monday, February 06, 2012
Salute to Italy
For those who wanted to get away from the madness that is the Super Bowl, there's the splendor and beauty of Italy.
And that of course, is the theme of this week's Lawrence Welk episode!
Highlights from the show include.....
.....Jo Ann Castle and Aladdin showing their true feelings towards each other
......Kathy Lennon pushing a cart full of flowers
....and Dick Dale going to great lengths for that last stromboli.
MUSICAL TOUR OF ITALY - October 8, 1966
1. FUNICULI, FUNICULA - Steve, Bob, John, Greg, Janet, Norma, Jimmy, Charlotte, Bobby, Barbara, Peggy, Dee Dee and Aladdin
2. NEAPOLITAN NIGHTS - Norma Zimmer & Jimmy Roberts
3. TIK-A-TEE, TIK-A-TAY - Aladdin with Joe Livoti and Bob Lido on violin, Charlie Parlato on trumpet, Orie Amodeo on flute, Joe Rizzo and Tommy Petrini on bass
4. SANTA LUCIA - Janet, Dee Dee, Kathy and Peggy Lennon
5. TARANTELLA - danced by Bobby Burgess and Barbara Boylan
6. O SOLE MIO - Joe Feeney with Lawrence on accordion
7. CARNIVAL OF VENICE - Jo Ann Castle at the piano with Neil Levang on mandolin and Jack Imel on drums
8. ARRIVEDERCI ROMA - Kathy Lennon
9. OH MARIE - Bob Lido with Neil Levang on mandolin, Joe Rizzo on bass and Jack Imel on drums
10. ANEMA E CORE - Jimmy Roberts
11. TORNA A SURRIENTO - Joe Livoti on violin
12. VIENI VIENI - The Blenders featuring Greg Dixon, Steve Smith, Bob Duncan and John Johnson
13. YOU'RE BREAKING MY HEART - Norma Zimmer
14. ISLE OF CAPRI - Bob Ralston at the piano
15. THREE COINS IN THE FOUNTAIN - Steve Smith
16. CIRIBIRIBIN - danced by Arthur Duncan, Bobby Burgess and Jack Imel
17. TOSELLI'S SERENADE - the orchestra
18. MAMA - Kathy Lennon
19. THAT'S AMORE - Aladdin and the entire cast
20. VIENI SU - Dick Dale (also on clarinet) with Neil Levang on mandolin
21. FUNICULI, FUNICULA (Reprise) - Aladdin and the entire cast
It was a fun episode, capture the cultural flavor of Italy to a tee.
One thing I did notice, having a solo number on the show is something every member of the Musical Family strives for, considering the number of singers in the cast, but having two solo numbers is quite rare and a treat too.
Just ask Kathy Lennon.
We're all used to her being part of the Lennon Sisters, but I think as a soloist, she's very underrated. The fact that the Maestro and the producers entrusted her with not one but two songs on the same show is a testament to her talent as a singer.
She has a very, pretty voice. You just can't find genuine talent and heart like that anymore.
Until next time, keep a song in your heart and whenever that moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, don't panic, that's just amore.
And that of course, is the theme of this week's Lawrence Welk episode!
Highlights from the show include.....
.....Jo Ann Castle and Aladdin showing their true feelings towards each other
......Kathy Lennon pushing a cart full of flowers
....and Dick Dale going to great lengths for that last stromboli.
MUSICAL TOUR OF ITALY - October 8, 1966
1. FUNICULI, FUNICULA - Steve, Bob, John, Greg, Janet, Norma, Jimmy, Charlotte, Bobby, Barbara, Peggy, Dee Dee and Aladdin
2. NEAPOLITAN NIGHTS - Norma Zimmer & Jimmy Roberts
3. TIK-A-TEE, TIK-A-TAY - Aladdin with Joe Livoti and Bob Lido on violin, Charlie Parlato on trumpet, Orie Amodeo on flute, Joe Rizzo and Tommy Petrini on bass
4. SANTA LUCIA - Janet, Dee Dee, Kathy and Peggy Lennon
5. TARANTELLA - danced by Bobby Burgess and Barbara Boylan
6. O SOLE MIO - Joe Feeney with Lawrence on accordion
7. CARNIVAL OF VENICE - Jo Ann Castle at the piano with Neil Levang on mandolin and Jack Imel on drums
8. ARRIVEDERCI ROMA - Kathy Lennon
9. OH MARIE - Bob Lido with Neil Levang on mandolin, Joe Rizzo on bass and Jack Imel on drums
10. ANEMA E CORE - Jimmy Roberts
11. TORNA A SURRIENTO - Joe Livoti on violin
12. VIENI VIENI - The Blenders featuring Greg Dixon, Steve Smith, Bob Duncan and John Johnson
13. YOU'RE BREAKING MY HEART - Norma Zimmer
14. ISLE OF CAPRI - Bob Ralston at the piano
15. THREE COINS IN THE FOUNTAIN - Steve Smith
16. CIRIBIRIBIN - danced by Arthur Duncan, Bobby Burgess and Jack Imel
17. TOSELLI'S SERENADE - the orchestra
18. MAMA - Kathy Lennon
19. THAT'S AMORE - Aladdin and the entire cast
20. VIENI SU - Dick Dale (also on clarinet) with Neil Levang on mandolin
21. FUNICULI, FUNICULA (Reprise) - Aladdin and the entire cast
It was a fun episode, capture the cultural flavor of Italy to a tee.
One thing I did notice, having a solo number on the show is something every member of the Musical Family strives for, considering the number of singers in the cast, but having two solo numbers is quite rare and a treat too.
Just ask Kathy Lennon.
We're all used to her being part of the Lennon Sisters, but I think as a soloist, she's very underrated. The fact that the Maestro and the producers entrusted her with not one but two songs on the same show is a testament to her talent as a singer.
She has a very, pretty voice. You just can't find genuine talent and heart like that anymore.
Until next time, keep a song in your heart and whenever that moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, don't panic, that's just amore.
Friday, February 04, 2011
Friday, December 24, 2010
Caption This! - Christmas Edition
Saturday, November 20, 2010
The Musical Family celebrates ten years of Welknotes
Friday, July 09, 2010
If you're anywhere near Lancaster, Pennsylvania
The Musical Family will be performing live in concert this Saturday at the American Music Theatre.
Unfortunately, yours truly can't make it....has to work this weekend. But I hear it's going to be a great show!
And Jo Ann Castle will be there....she's feeling much better now and ready to tickle those ivories!
Unfortunately, yours truly can't make it....has to work this weekend. But I hear it's going to be a great show!
And Jo Ann Castle will be there....she's feeling much better now and ready to tickle those ivories!
Sunday, June 06, 2010
These are the people in your neighborhood....
From this week's episode titled Occupations from 1969, let's take a cue from the folks from Sesame Street and find out just who are the people in your neighborhood.
There's the coal miner....
....the dance instructor with her newest pupil
.....the pretty short order cook
....and finally the public school art teacher
There's the coal miner....
....the dance instructor with her newest pupil
.....the pretty short order cook
....and finally the public school art teacher
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Shall We Dance?
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Oh Please....Just Give Me Five Minutes More
Wednesday, April 07, 2010
Swanee
Friday, March 19, 2010
Always wear eye and feet protection
Working as a member of the Musical Family has it's dangers, like any other job.
For instance, when instruments attack....always be ready to defend yourself
Whenever there's smoke, there's usually fire....and learning the basics of fire safety is a must
And for heaven's sake.....NEVER run on freshly waxed floors!
For instance, when instruments attack....always be ready to defend yourself
Whenever there's smoke, there's usually fire....and learning the basics of fire safety is a must
And for heaven's sake.....NEVER run on freshly waxed floors!
Sunday, March 07, 2010
May I have the envelope please.....
Hollywood has the Academy Awards tonight, but around here we have the Welky Awards to honor the best in Champagne Music.
Tanya will read the winners of this year's Welkies
The Welky for Best Impression of a Beverly Hillbillies character is....
Andra Willis as Irene Ryan's Granny!
The next Welky is for Outstanding Musical Performance in a Animal Costume...
....and the winner is Jack Imel, for playing the drums to "Talk To The Animals" while dressed as an elephant!
The next Welky is for Best Celebrity Guest Appearance on the Welk Show, and the award goes to....
.....the legendary Jack Benny with his monologue on the '71 Academy Awards episode!
The next Welky is for Most Colorful Wardrobe Design, and this year's proud winners are....
Cissy and Bobby with their Citrus Disco Wear from their "Love Will Keep Us Together" dance number!
Next is the Welky for Best Original Honky Tony Piano Design, and we are proud to announce that the honor goes to....
The Leis from Waikiki Piano! And accepting on it's behalf is Jo Ann Castle.
And finally, we present the Welky for Outstanding Group Musical Number which is no contest at all....
The Welky goes to the "I Want To Be Happy" chorus line of tap dancers!
In addition to accepting their award, they'll do an encore....
Take a bow!
And we congratulate all the winners tonight, see you next year!
Tanya will read the winners of this year's Welkies
The Welky for Best Impression of a Beverly Hillbillies character is....
Andra Willis as Irene Ryan's Granny!
The next Welky is for Outstanding Musical Performance in a Animal Costume...
....and the winner is Jack Imel, for playing the drums to "Talk To The Animals" while dressed as an elephant!
The next Welky is for Best Celebrity Guest Appearance on the Welk Show, and the award goes to....
.....the legendary Jack Benny with his monologue on the '71 Academy Awards episode!
The next Welky is for Most Colorful Wardrobe Design, and this year's proud winners are....
Cissy and Bobby with their Citrus Disco Wear from their "Love Will Keep Us Together" dance number!
Next is the Welky for Best Original Honky Tony Piano Design, and we are proud to announce that the honor goes to....
The Leis from Waikiki Piano! And accepting on it's behalf is Jo Ann Castle.
And finally, we present the Welky for Outstanding Group Musical Number which is no contest at all....
The Welky goes to the "I Want To Be Happy" chorus line of tap dancers!
In addition to accepting their award, they'll do an encore....
Take a bow!
And we congratulate all the winners tonight, see you next year!
Friday, January 22, 2010
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Champagne Christmas Capers #1
Thursday, September 03, 2009
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