Bob's Berimbau from Old Rhodes by Arthur Lisi

An original sound recorded in the late 1970’s from the DC disco era, Arthur Lisi's band was put together to tour the world with Van McCoy, upon his untimely death, the group played the Washington DC area Clubs as a popular Dance Band. This tune was written to incorporate the Drummer Bob Adams' homemade single string African gourd percussion instrument.

A Graduate of Catholic University with post grad studies from American University. Art Lisi toured the world as Van McCoy’s musical director, playing his hit"The Hustle" at Carter‘s inaugural ball. Later becoming with Stu Gardner Co-Musical Director of TV shows including Little Bill, The Cosby Show, and A Different World. He is now singer Cleve Francis' musical director, teaches and plays locally.

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