American Indians Play Waila CD

This collection brings together two classic recordings by The American Indians, one of the most innovative bands in the saga of waila, the lively social dance music of southern Arizona's Native peoples. Also known as "chicken scratch" waila features the intricately intertwined melodies of saxophone and accordion propelled by the rhythms of guitar, bass, and drums playing polkas, two-steps, and cumbias. While staying true to the traditions of waila, The American Indians played with a highly original flare making them legends of chicken scratch.

1. Cactus Song 2. Coolidge Two-Step 3. Lohn Special 4. Come Home Tonight 5. Pisinimo Polka 6. El Capitan 7. Palo Verde Stands 8. Blackwater Polka 9. The Sunset 10. San Xavier Polka 11. Topawa Two-Step 12. Desert Polka 13. Eloy Two-Step 14. E.M.C. Two-Step 15. Taverna 16. Oh My Darling Clementine 17. Arrowhead Two-Step 18. Fernando Polka 19. J's Tune 20. Old Timer Two-Step 21. Cry Babe 22. White Dove Polka 23. Song from Way Back 24. Coolidge Polka