Mother's Day '56

Hope everyone had a pleasant Mother's Day weekend, the featured Lawrence Welk episode is a classic Silver Champagne Special from 1956!

Here are some of the highlights!

Aladdin goes to his secret stash.....

Alice Lon is shocked.....

......and Rocky Rockwell lives the lifestyles of the Rich and Famous.

MOTHER'S DAY SHOW - May 12, 1956

1. I WANT A GIRL (JUST LIKE THE GIRL THAT MARRIED DEAR OLD DAD) - the orchestra
2. I GOT LOST IN HIS ARMS - Alice Lon
3. MELODY IN F (WELCOME SWEET SPRINGTIME) - the orchestra
4. PAL OF MY CRADLE DAYS - Jimmy Roberts
5. SATURDAY NIGHT WALTZ - Myron Floren on accordion

6. BLUE SUEDE SHOES - Buddy Merrill on guitar
7. KENTUCKY BABE - Kathy, Dee Dee, Peggy and Janet Lennon
8. MORITAT (MACK THE KNIFE) - Jerry Burke and Larry Hooper on piano
9. MY GRANDFATHER'S CLOCK - Larry Hooper
10. BALLIN' THE JACK - the orchestra

11. CHIHUAHUA POLKA - orchestra danced by Lawrence and Alice Lon
12. CAN YOU FIND IT IN YOUR HEART - Larry Dean
13. MEDLEY: BYE BYE BLACKBIRD/BILL BAILEY/I'M LOOKING OVER A FOUR LEAF CLOVER - Big Tiny Little on honky tonk piano
14. SHIFTING WHISPERING SANDS - Aladdin with the Lennon Sisters
15. ROCK ISLAND LINE - Bob Lido

16. WHEN YOUR HAIR TURNED TO SILVER - Dick Kesner, Bob Lido and Aladdin on violin
17. I'VE GOT THE WORLD ON A STRING - guest Donna Bailey with husband Norman Bailey on trumpet
18. MEDLEY: THAT WONDERFUL MOTHER OF MINE/LET ME CALL YOU SWEETHEART - Lawrence Welk at the organ
19. THE BIRDS AND THE BEES - Alice Lon with Buddy Hayes
20. WHEN I TAKE MY SUGAR TO TEA - Rocky Rockwell with comedy assist by Curt Ramsey
21. CHICAGO - the orchestra

Those classic black & white episodes are always a delight to watch, especially when the musicians in the band have a chance to exhibit their individual talents.

Like Buddy Hayes, who played tuba and bass in the band, gets to sing here with Champagne Lady Alice Lon.

Also, the family members of the Music Makers get to take part, like when trumpet player Norman Bailey had his wife Donna join him in the song, "I Got The World On A String."

There is plenty of talent here going on, and it seems an injustice that only a hour can be allotted for it to be showcased.

 
So until next time, Goodnight Ladies, Farewell Gentlemen and don't forget to keep a song in your heart!

Mother's Day '56

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!

 

Always wear eye and feet protection

The Big Bass Violin Song

Two great people and their talents come together!

Larry Hooper and his deep baritione voice team up with Buddy Hayes and both his comedic skills and artistry at the bass in 1960 for "The Big Bass Violin Song"

The Big Bass Violin Song

Buddy Hayes

And now, a champagne tribute to the clown prince of the bass and tuba!

"My name is Buddy Hayes, and I play bass in the band,

When everyone else sits, I gotta stand."

Here's Buddy from 1956, playing "When Yuba Plays The Tuba Down In Cuba".

Buddy Hayes

Coming straight at you....a new haiku!

I'm glad to report that the blogmaster is feeling much better after yesterday, and to celebrate....here's a wunnerful Welk haiku

This one is about bassist and tuba player Buddy Hayes

Joyful and jolly

Buddy always has fun when

he plays with his bass

Coming straight at you....a new haiku!