Father of Orquesta Tejana

The power and effect of Beto Villa’s (1915–1986) music was evidenced by the popularity of his shows in post-World War II America. Often considered to be the “father” of orquesta tejana, Villa regularly sold out shows throughout the southwestern United States. This collection, recorded between 1948 and 1954, showcases the high energy and rich sounds of classic Mexican music mixed with an American folk flair. Villa and his band were dedicated to spreading the influence of tejana in the American southwest and beyond.

Track Listing

101	Madre Mía Beto Villa	02:23
102	Rosita Beto Villa	02:16
103	En Mi Ranchito Beto Villa	02:34
104	Morir Soñando Beto Villa	03:15
105	La Mensajera Beto Villa	02:52
106	Blanco y Negro (Black and White Rag) Beto Villa	02:38
107	Las Gaviotas Beto Villa	02:43
108	Rosalía Beto Villa	02:58
109	Rock and Rye Polka Beto Villa	02:35
110	Un Rato No Más / Un Rato Nomás Beto Villa	02:33
111	La Múcura Beto Villa	02:41
112	Yo Tuve Un Amor Beto Villa	03:12
113	La Rielera Beto Villa	02:54
114	Consentida Beto Villa	03:13
115	Amor Qué Malo Eres Beto Villa Orchestra with Rosita y Laura	02:47
116	Ya Viene Mi Amor Beto Villa Orchestra with Rosita y Laura	02:49
117	Río Grande Beto Villa	02:36
118	Ni Por Favor Beto Villa Orchestra with Rosita y Laura	02:53
119	El Palco Beto Villa	02:57
120	San Buena Ventura Beto Villa	02:23
121	Ramona Beto Villa	02:38
122	Adiós Mi Chaparrita Beto Villa	02:47
123	La Chapaneca Beto Villa	02:36
124	Mi Gabriela Beto Villa	03:09