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Robert Greenidge - Fitz Vaughn Bryan's "Tan Tan"

Posted by Glenroy R Joseph on July 4, 2011 at 1:17am

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In the late fifties, the best and most popular big band around in Trinidad, many would argue, was the Fitz Vaughn Bryan Band.One of the biggest hits of that era was their own composition "Tan Tan".Here, Robbie Greenidge pays tribute to that great dance band of yesteryear with his version of "Tan Tan".It features a solo by legendary Trinidad saxophonist Frankie Francis, and captures the spirit of the original, perfectly reflecting the musical styling of the big bands of that era.Here for your enjoyment is Robbie Greenidge and Fitz Vaughn Bryan's "Tan Tan".Nice work, Robbie.

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C. Dalrymple November 29, 2011 at 9:16pm

Christmas greetings to all viewers .That smooth and graceful playing comes naturally to the gifted ones .Go Robbie ,show your CLASS .
Alan Field November 28, 2011 at 9:24am

Like a lot !!
winston mauricette November 27, 2011 at 11:26am

What a beautiful tribute to the master and a nice rendition of the tune by Robbie. Sounding good.
Hamilton web lexander October 30, 2011 at 6:06pm

Well done Robbie, your playing is very smooth. That's the way an instrument should be played.

THE WEB.
Willoughby francis July 9, 2011 at 11:10pm

Nice, Real, Real Nice.
Clayton Belle July 9, 2011 at 9:57pm

Nice job Robert, GREAT, GREAT, GREAT
Kelvinjames July 9, 2011 at 6:16am

Where ever he is Fitz Vaugh has to be smiling and saying well done young fellow.
Helen Price July 7, 2011 at 12:48am

Robert Greenidge is a consummate musician and composer. His specialty, of course, is the steelpan or steel drums. In addition to his own solo performances and performances with his own band, he is also THE steeldrum player for Jimmy Buffett's band, The Coral Reefers. He plays both African and Caribbean music -- as well as renditions of American classics. He recently cut a new album, "From the Heart." To find out about the album, as well as more about Robbie, go to his website www.robertgreenidge.com
Mrs. P July 5, 2011 at 9:14pm

I always enjoy Robert's playing. Goodness me-- I haven't heard "Tan Tan" in many years It reminds of the days when my Dad's club hosted annual indoor "Carnival" dances in NYC in the late 40's and 50's at the former Rockland Palace Ballroom. What fantastic times we had--but then--that's a story of it's own.

Great Calypso.. thanks for the memories.
david headley July 4, 2011 at 11:00pm

Nothing less than SUPER SUPER SUPER...!! Keep up the fine work Robbie