The WAITIKI 7 performs Cal Tjader's "Black Orchid", live at Liberty Hall (Lawrence, KS) for the 500th Anniversary Broadcast celebration of Kansas Public Radio's "Retro Cocktail Hour." This arrangement, by Abe Lagrimas Jr. draws inspiration from Martin Denny and Arthur Lyman.
In this video: Tim Mayer (soprano sax), Jim Benoit (vibes), Zaccai Curtis (piano), Randy Wong (bass), Abe Lagrimas Jr. (drums), and Lopaka Colon (percussion).
Learn more about WAITIKI's contributions to the resurgence of exotica and the related tiki culture at www.WAITIKI.com.
umm...... your notes say the 500th anniversary radio broadcast...... did Marconi know about this? Talk about being ahead of your time ! ! ! ! ! !
Adding this to my 'Martin Denny - Exotica' playlist. Two hours of nonstop Martin Denny if you click 'play all'. The Waitikis are so true to his style, I know he would be honored ! ! Thanks for posting.
chkjns 2 years ago
I listen to retro Cocktail all the time... thanks for the music and your insightful commentary Darrell. Great job Waitiki!!!!
thejackieO1966 2 years ago