He joined Lawrence's Champagne Music Makers in 1950 and since has been an integral part of the show, as well as an beloved favorite.
MYRON FLOREN accordionist and LW's right hand man, was born in Roslyn, South Dakota on November 5, 1919. The maestro was also well known as an avid golfer, and was a smart and savvy businessman. He and wife Fern, married since 1931, had three children, Shirley, Donna and Larry Jr. After joining and forming several different bands for years, he hit the big time with the launch of "The Lawrence Welk Show" on ABC in 1955, and later in syndication where it remained until 1982. He left home when he was 21 to pursue his showbiz career. They make their home in Escondido.LAWRENCE WELK bandleader and host was born in Strasburg, North Dakota on March 11, 1903. She's married to Rudy Echeverria since 1978, and they have a daughter Priscila who recently graduated from the University of San Diego. Since she continues to perform live, the latter has come in handy as she makes her own costumes! For several years, Anacani has also took part in the West Texas Rehabilition Center's annual telethon where she lent her talents for a noble cause.Īs a vocalist of many talents, Anacani can also play the guitar, the accordian and is an accomplished seamstress. She also co-hosted the nationally syndicated variety series, "Bravisimo". While on the show and afterwards, Anacnai had many exciting new oppurtunites open up for her, recording an album titled 'Lawrence Welk presents Anacani' for Ranwood Records and acting appearing in the movie "Zoot Suit", and in the mini-series "Marisol" as part of television's "Romance Theater". After a few more guest appaerances followed by an overwhelming positive response from the viewing audience, Lawrence made her a part of the Musical Family shortly afterwards. She made her Welk show debut on the "Salute to Mexico" program on Januwith the song, "Luna".
Impressed with her talent, beauty and her wholesome family upbringing, the Maestro hired her as the resort's singing hostess. By the time she was in her teens, she appeared on several television shows that aired throughout Latin America, many of whom were produced by Mexico's national broadcaster Televisa.Īnacani first got the chance to meet Lawrence Welk in 1972 at his Escondido resort, where she had a chance to sing for him in an informal audition. When the family emigrated to the United States and settled in Escondido, California, she was already on her way to becoming a performer following in her older sister's footsteps. Her father played guitar, her grandfather played the violin for many orchestras during the 1920s and 1930s and her mother was a pretty talented vocalist in her own right. Whether it's in Spanish or English, Anacani speaks in one universal language.music along with youth, beauty and warmth.īorn in Sinola, Mexico on Apas Anacani Maria Consuelo Y Castillo Lopez Cantor Montoya.she grew up in a large and musical family.
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