Andy Griffith - Darlings - There Is A Time

The Darlings are in town visiting and Charlene sings her signature song.

[@williamwalker3974]

RIP Maggie Peterson. 1941-2022. She sings this song so hauntingly beautiful that simple words can't describe it. She was as beautiful as she was talented. Maggie, you will be missed.

[@pamelacross5154]

Yes indeed she did I agree with you 100%

[@brightmacsworld8353]

Collins just goes out to her family and friends and new her and the cast she worked with

[@newmanoutdoors1564]

Amen .

[@jvharbin8337]

Str8 ⬆️

[@lynellrattler5549]

Rest in Peace Charlene Darling 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿😢😢😢😢😇😇😇😇

[@thedillards]

Thanks for featuring this iconic version of our song. Consistently one of our most requested when we perform live!

[@chaplainjoseph4444]

Thanks to you all for all the great music you've provided for everyone.

[@tammygregory3331]

My favorite ❤️

[@jameswebb9659]

Thank you for the wonderful memories. Charlene's vocals really grab a hold of my heart. RIP Maggie

[@billyholly]

I always treasure the episodes where you guys came on!

[@lindapoplin4473]

Just beautiful and nobody could sing it like Maggie. Never will. 💖

[@annmargaret1069]

Dear Lads, hello. I am 99 yrs old. I watched the Andy Griffin Show, never missed a show. I remember when this episode came on. My husband and myself thought this was just beautiful and we would have loved to buy it . But we didn't know where yo buy it. It was just so haunting but yet timeless. My time here will be up soon, but I got to watch some of the best TV in history. The crap they have on TV and the movies today is just filth. I am honored to have seen the most wonderful shows and movies during the 1940s, 50s and some of the 1960's. And Don Knotts was my favorite of all time. I remember standing in line at the cinema to see The Ghost and Mr. Chicken when it was new released. We couldn't stop laughing. You don't find good clean entertainment anymore, today it's just FIFTH. Thank you Lads for putting this on here. God Bless. 👵 PS we loved Maggie and her father and you Boys. ❤️ and Ernest T. Bass🤣👵

[@kimyonaarts]

Wow ma'am wonderful. Also happy 100th!

[@kathyking5372]

Hope you are doing good my mom was a 96 year old British war bride

[@Noah-yw6uv]

@@kimyonaartsshe died.

[@lioness.goddess]

This is nice thank you for sharing!❤

[@buck546]

The wonderful years before America lost her values. Lord please take us back.

[@twiningsirishbreakfasttea3826]

you long for a time that was never real the world then was just as barbaric, and just as beautiful, as it is now

[@buck546]

@@twiningsirishbreakfasttea3826 That's your opinion.

[@steveellis7174]

@@twiningsirishbreakfasttea3826 it certainly wasn't gender confused

[@twiningsirishbreakfasttea3826]

@@steveellis7174 yes it was, people just weren’t allowed to talk about it

[@steveellis7174]

@@twiningsirishbreakfasttea3826 no

[@goldpet66]

I love the moment when Andy stops playing and that expression of wonder and appreciation comes into his eyes... Something tells me that wasn't planned. It was too genuine.

[@1040north]

my very thought first time i seen it.

[@brendafrasher8746]

I absolutely agree!

[@alriney5098]

I thought it was just me. I noticed, too. Just added to their awesome performance.

[@garywhitt98]

Your intuition is correct. The writers were going for a laugh (hear the laugh track when Mr. Darling wiped his eye?) but Andy Griffith sensed the writing was off and changed his character’s physical and verbal responses to match the gravitas of the scene. In so doing he turned a brilliant musical performance into one of television’s most poignant moments.

[@Kelly-tj8xv]

Oh me too. I love the song but every once in a while I’ll pull this video up just to watch Andy’s reaction.

[@arthurloux6438]

This is the stuff America needs to get back to. Quality just pure quality.

[@nilla003]

Is it too late?

[@robertortiz-wilson1588]

​@@nilla003no...

[@RolandmaddogDeschain]

We never left it.. it's just not on tv anymore. Look up Michael Cleveland if you want to see a modern version of this.

[@BobDale23]

I'm 30 years old and I've watched Andy more than any show I've ever watched. I feel like I was born in the wrong decade. I would've loved to live back then. My papaw tells me stories of those days. He always says "we were poorer than dirt but we was happy as can be."

[@nathanstrickland8692]

When you get older, you look back on your life. You are forced to see regrets, and bad choices we have made. You long for the simple life of days long gone. You see family and friends that have passed. You see people making the same mistakes you have made. I tell my son all the time. It's not intelligence I speak to you with. It's the voice of experience, and that is worth more than anything.

[@anthonydooley224]

I wish the America of today was like the America of this television show.

[@DeeperThanTheHoller]

I wish there was more show's like this instead of jersey shore.

[@Daehawk]

My wife loved when The Darling sang on the show. She passed this year after our 31 years together. No day is ever the same again. I miss my little soulmate. She would love this. She probably saw this ep.

[@bonniekeough244]

Heart broken

[@johnyguerrero5120]

I'm so sorry for your loss

[@HeySarahGurl]

I’m so sorry for your loss 💙

[@StephenSchusterE]

My wife and I are going on 30 years...This broke my heart. Stay strong!

[@riverratrvr9225]

Oh sweet soul! I really want to tell you that you are LOVED!! GBY!!

[@debbytinklepaugh8561]

I believe all children should be raised on this show.

[@chrisblack6331]

For those who actually understand the meaning of the song, they should have at least one tear in their eye. Especially those of us who have seen many years. Funny how you really don't or maybe can't appreciate life until it's almost over.

[@quennymcdonald771]

ABSOLUTELY AMEN😭

[@quennymcdonald771]

@Aaron Digby 😊❤aww i love the darling😂😂😂😂😂git it in where you can fit it inlol i almost forgot about him saying that..lol ty😂😊❤

[@louisbernard1687]

@@quennymcdonald771 mm

[@quennymcdonald771]

@@louisbernard1687 😊🙏 mm

[@bertpar68]

Very well said, and sadly, very true.

[@Unit38]

"There is a time when leaves are falling, the woods are gray the paths are old". I was a young chap back in the 60's when I first heard that. Today, I am 57, those words mean one Hell of a lot more now.

[@johnshaft5613]

LOL...I'm 58 sir, and I know EXACTLY what you mean...

[@betsybrains]

Sweet seasons of life. The song shows a courageous and loving embrace of the heartbreaking beauty that Life itself hammers onto our souls from birth to death. I.e., Took me 30 years to stop tearing up over the beauty of clouds. Yep. Just clouds. Love and pain are crippling, in the most fortifying way.

[@johnshaft5613]

@@betsybrains "Sunrise, Sunset" has exactly the same effect on me....

[@betsybrains]

@@johnshaft5613 Total 10.4.

[@daviddoyle543]

@@betsybrains I will just go outside and sit. Listen to the birds, the wind blowing through the trees. Watch ants as they work. I just tune in to the world around me..🌈

[@bstapleton3248]

It’s so great Griffith introduced all of America to the beauty of The Dillards.

[@stevepotocin9501]

One of the greatest musical moments in television history.

[@michaelharrington75]

When Andy stops playing guitar to just listen, you know it's a moving song.

[@GMEMD_SD40-2]

I thank God every morning for allowing me to be raised in Surry County near Mt. Airy in the town of Dobson. It was so much like this when I was growing....Andy Griffith captured that area perfectly.

[@maoberryful]

Watched this episode a million times with my Dad. I still get goosebumps when Andy slowly stops playing and is just enthralled with the moment.

[@margaretgarner853]

Yes!

[@billysutton3337]

I'm so glad Andy's comment was included on this clip. I agree with him wholeheartedly.

[@jennslifeinhuntingtonwv2678]

Me too 😊

[@marthasdavis]

When Andy stops playing and gazes toward Maggie, it is pure poetry! I can’t get enough of this song.

[@NipItInTheBud100]

The Darlings weren't on this great show often but when they were they sure did make an impact!! This is my favorite rendition of this beautiful song!!!

[@eloiseockert9233]

They always seemed to want to be part of the Taylor family. Charlene wanting to marry Andy. Then Mr. Darling wanting to marry Aunt Bea, then when Charlene had Andilina wanting Opie to be her groom. Phew!😛

[@MaryHeimonen-zi3uk]

Always loved this talented group. The boys were great conversationalists. Very out-going. 👍😂

[@rickfricano]

This is the greatest tune done on the show.

[@yolandajohnson8685]

Rick Fricano "Little Wooden Church" is a nice song sung on ANDY's show.

[@gracewhite2496]

I love Dooley

[@scotnick59]

YES

[@Jackson-iy6bf]

This and Dooley

[@KonElKent]

Sourwood Mountain is pretty much the reason I learned to play guitar at all...

[@CasinoMan2005]

RIP Maggie Peterson. Everyone loved your character Charlene Darling and also fell in love with you too. You will be missed by all.

[@ncfeline]

We love you Maggie. Rest in peace.

[@freeguy77]

There 'was' a time when Maggie was only 23 (1964), when performing this outstanding ballad! I never heard a better song on TAGS than "There Is A Time." Rest In Peace, dear lady. You made each of those 6 episodes, far brighter, funnier, and exciting to watch from your presence and attitude. I remember one episode where you whistled with your fingers in your mouth, just like a man! Your songs had a message to them, no more than in "There Is A Time" ("The Darling Baby" episode, aired on Dec. 7, 1964). She lost her husband Gus Mancuso last Dec. (2021), him 88, after 43 years (1968). Very common for the surviving spouse to follow within 2 years, and in this sad case, only 5 months. Margaret Ann Peterson Mancuso, 81 (Jan. 10, 1941 Greeley, CO - May 15, 2022).

[@LarryWhite-kw5mj]

The world will miss her.

[@billymeadows101]

🎵 There is a time.. for love and laughter.. the days will pass..like summer storms.. the Winter wind will follow after but there is love.. and love is warm.. there is a time for us to wander.. when time is Young and so are we.. the woods are greener over yonder.. the path is new the world is free.. there is a time when leaves are falling.. the woods are gray..the paths are old.. the snow will come when geese are calling.. we need a fire against the cold. 🎵

[@sabufifi]

Thank you for the lyrics

[@myssipowers3752]

Poetry set to music

[@quennymcdonald771]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@jefferychoice8156]

Song of a lifetime

[@garyheaton4791]

I agree with Andy, "I believe that's the prettiest thing I've ever heard." Always loved this band, especially when she sang with them. Thanks for posting it!

[@caseysimpson1806]

Yes, sir.

[@stephenjones8928]

This song is a mystical mountain masterpiece! Charlene brings it down to earth and takes it home. I'll never tire of it.

[@thedillards]

Thank you!

[@jamespeddycord4705]

There is something about her voice and the innocence in her look that captures that era. Having seen these shows on first run and in comparison to tv today the contrast is unbelievable. I lived in homes that looked like that here in the south and was exposed to music like that in the Appalachians. I listen to everything from classical to metal but thoroughly love the honesty and purity of bluegrass and mountain music. Truly one of the greatest songs of the genre. I think for just a moment there Andy was thinking" and here I have been dodging her all this time. ". These images are now in dusty memories, the sounds fading in our ears. But here on YT we are still able to access them for now..

[@scottward7813]

Well James, all I can say is that I wish I could write like you. Great and thoughtful comments

[@TheSpock23]

"Having seen these shows on first run and in comparison to tv today the contrast is unbelievable" Unbelievable indeed. Today's TV and culture is just a step above a steaming pile of Rhinoceros vomit.

[@jamespeddycord4705]

@@TheSpock23 not above that pile at all... I just watched some woke tv garbage that proves there is nothing lower than whale shit...only because it sinks to the bottom of the ocean.. where the program writers feast.

[@finbofamo5401]

I’m 16 years old and even with all the technology and shows and music around at this current time the Andy Griffith show is one of a kind and hands down one of the best shows out there to this day and people just don’t make music like this anymore it makes me wish I grew up in the 60’s where I could see just what it was like in such an amazing and Unique time in history

[@billywashingtonsr2896]

The 1960s and 70s were in my opinion the best years of my life. The Music was so wonderful and peaceful living was a normal thing every day. There was a Time indeed When life was just as this Beautiful Song describes it Etc. Etc. Etc. I can listen to this song forever.

[@CDSAutomotiveGarage]

Same man and I'm 25

[@brendafoster4712]

it was fabulous and wish you could have been there, too, but then you'd be getting on in years like we are...I truly believe we are all meant to be born when we are...there's a reason for everything ❤

[@brendafoster4712]

​@@billywashingtonsr2896 same here, billy...

[@brendafoster4712]

I still watch Andy Griffith to this day and have seen every episode many many many many times (maybe hundreds of times) and never grow tired of it...saw them all from the ground up and can't imagine my life without The Andy Griffith Show in it ❤ It makes me happy to know that someone as young as yourself also enjoys watching Andy Griffith and all the characters living in Mayberry!

[@darrenpm9604]

I love how Andy stops playing and just listens.

[@workoutmom2b1g]

I watched Andy Griffith as a kid...I started watching it again recently. I didn’t remember all of the music!! 🎶❤️✌🏽

[@rpfoxslfox]

The Andy Griffith show is still hugely popular. I've seen every episode dozens of times & never tire of it. It was a different & much better world back then.

[@RaceChapman]

Charlene is so gorgeous and her voice is stunningly beautiful. This performance is just perfect, I wish there were more like it

[@thedillards]

On our channel we have her singing the song with us from 2019 - none of us are 23 years old but it is so heartfelt.

[@GeorgeMKaneLive]

She had a great voice, and was a great actress! RIP Charlene Darling. I will continue to rewatch this show for many years. 🙂

[@gm2282]

I'm going to play this for my mom it's one of her favorites she doesn't have much time left ❤

[@kevinbarrett9615]

Beautiful and profound, something lacking in a lot of modern music. Andy Griffith brought blue grass to the masses and we are better for it.

[@mozartbabe]

This Alabama woman has loved this song since I first heard it when I was a kid and my granny was playing an "Andy Griffith"rerun. During this period of corona virus turmoil, this song is a joyful reminder. I am an American professor who's temporarily in Kurdistan, Iraq, and this song brings me joy always!

[@williammills3632]

RIP Charlene. This song is yours always. Thanks for giving it to us

[@donnaa4668]

I grew up in north carolina, sitting on the porch listening to all the talented ppl around play their beautiful instruments and then they'd tell stories and laugh. It was a great time.

[@alexmiller1711]

I will never live to see the day that I find a song more beautiful than that.

[@billl1127]

I just listened to that 10 times. Maggie Peterson is enchanting.

[@Bunny-8889]

To think the Maggie aka Charleen Darlin , had never been a singer !!!! We love the Darlins music ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@queenbee3647]

Ive played this video atleast 50 times and I only found it a week ago! They are true musicians but my heart sings when I hear that mandolin! Great job guys. Thank you. 🌞👍

[@Travelin_Man]

RIP Maggie Peterson aka Charlene, thank you for this beautiful music

[@norternredneck]

Best song the Dillards ever recorded and Maggie nails it perfectly. No other singer sings this better than Maggie does

[@thedillards]

She certainly nailed the definitive version.

[@Jacob-he3sn]

I’m actually watching the show again and noticed for the first time that later in the show (season 5 episode 24), Andy is seen singing/whistling part of it too. He does it well, but it’s not the same.

[@ConnorAaronHodge1776]

This song and Dooley are tied for me

[@musicman201047]

@@Jacob-he3sn That's from the episode, "The Houseguest", with Jan Shutan, who was also Lt. Meara Romaine in the classic Star Trek episode, "The Lights of Zatar".

[@ttc99wilson]

I agree, is this the only version ever recorded? I'd love to have this version on my playlist.

[@deadenddude]

I love the way Andy just stops and listens at 1:23.

[@Denvermorgan2000]

I think he was caught up in the moment because she delivered one heck of a performance she put her heart into it and it showed.

[@deadenddude]

***** That is awesome thanks for sharing that.

[@francisphillips53]

deadenddude me too..

[@johngilliam8843]

It's true though, "we need a fire against the cold."

[@johnnypastrana6727]

deadenddude ....yeah, doubt Andy was faking it there...in that moment in time.

[@dorightchristopher116]

Wow. Hearing her sing that song brought tears to my eyes. Thats was absolutely Beautiful. BRAVOOOOO

[@marymccullough9840]

Always have loved the pure and clear voice of Charlene’s delivery. Absolutely beautiful !!! And “oh that harmony “. Wow.

[@ncfeline]

Brings tears to my eyes also.

[@harolddavis2580]

This is absolutely beautiful, the best sung version of all. Her voice and the boys are awesome

[@MrBassplayer1210]

I’ve always been a fan of the Andy Griffith show Mr. Rollins, listening to this song, goes to show you where we were in life at that time compared to the way it is now . The songs that were written at that time had meaning to them. How could you sing about love if you have never experienced it in its true form . People respected each other people took pride, in where they lived. I am 66 years old and I thank God. I’ve made it this far, And I could honestly say looking back life was good

[@thejazzman210]

In this angry, pissed off world we live in today, sometimes you just have to go off to yourself and listen to songs like this. If it brings a tear to your eyes, then you know you still have feelings and compassion. Songs like this keeps your heart from turning to stone.

[@GreaserLivesMatter]

Amen

[@ggaggagga4]

WELL SAID! I agree, completely. The haters cannot win unless we allow them to steal all our joy in life, just as they have already surrendered it on their own...

[@simonemunoz5402]

Yes lord i have been hurting all day watching the show wanted to hear it again and again

[@jb111082]

It's amazing what good ol' bluegrass music can do to soothe the soul.

[@christianjohnson5379]

It's no wonder why Briscoe Darling cries because of the song

[@kennethestes4741]

Makes me cry too now with the passing of 7 decades now all the family gone I guess my time to wander is past too. Sure was fast don't blink young folks thats all

[@shannonbrooks8834]

I tear up when i hear her sing this. So many years,they are all almost gone. But,not forgotten...😢

[@Travelin_Man]

Andy loves this song so much he plays small sections of it in later episodes on his guitar. You can hear it from time to time in other episodes. Fun fact

[@lonecrapshooter67]

Good old tunes. Wish things were still like this...whole world's gone to crap

[@karliahkingsley1280]

One of my fondest memories is sitting in the living room and watching this with my grandmother when she was still kicking. It’s the small, peaceful moments you cherish, you know?

[@joshuadarden7200]

I grew up watching Andy because of my dad. What a different time in America.

[@brendenmyers1711]

She really did have a really beautiful voice Rest in peace Maggie Peterson

[@PoliteTia]

I'm with Andy. This is the prettiest thing I've ever heard 😊❤

[@ncfeline]

Rest in peace Maggie. May GOD always bless your memory. Keep singing!

[@patrickdaly5068]

Wow, just wow. I will never get tired of hearing this music or seeing the episodes of Andy they were on. The music is awesome, and the episodes are hilarious. This song gets you in the feels just like Andy’s expression shows.

[@jra2515]

I met Maggie Peterson at Mayberry Days a few years ago, she was a kind and delightful lady. RIP

[@greeneyeslinz]

Charlene had one heck of a voice! Loved when the darlings came to town! RIP Andy and Don Knotts! Two legends of my time....they just dont make 'em like this anymore! :(

[@tonytune4342]

Always loved when the Darlings came to town. Brisco gets all teary eyed and has to wipe away the tears and sits there looking down at the floor with his shoulders slumped . Then,the most touching moment of the scene is when Charlene looks at her daddy and comforts him by putting her hand on his shoulder at 1:45 . Now,that's just about the prettiest thing I have ever seen. That young lady loves her papa. Maggie Peterson , cute as a button , wonderful singing voice and a very fine actress.

[@tomc.7520]

I always agreed with Andy, that's the prettiest thing I ever heard. RIP Maggie.

[@rebekahwilson7534]

If you’re listening in 2020, you’re a legend

[@manofculture467]

Yes. yes I am.

[@razmataz31]

Charlene's delivery is perfect. She leans into the tempo just so. I love it.

[@robertcottrill7356]

I love than song

[@lloydkline7245]

Joe Niederberger i love charlene

[@lloydkline7245]

Joe Niederberger i love Charlene, she loved Andy Taylor

[@vanmoody]

The actress would tour with the Dillards and sing this song back in the day.

[@lloydkline3265]

Love Charlene the original Charlene, popular name today

[@lynngregory393]

Every time I'm down and thinking things have just gone plain loco I return to this show. Did we actually have shows like this once, about people, with real people? Where did it go.

[@jekoch21]

I have three grown children, my role model in raising them, was Andy Taylor. This song is awesome by the way. No show from that era has aged as well as this one. So relevant.

[@tthomaselli2]

I never knew that this was an actual band on 'The Andy Griffith Show'. After finding out that it was The Dillards when I was in middle school, I was like "Let me check these guys out & see what all they have in store for me as it pertains to their music--even though they're 30-something years before my time...". I've listened to a few of their songs, watched their other appearances on 'The Andy Griffith Show' & liked their music, ever since.

[@sandralutz6991]

Andy Griffith was one of those shows that educated. wish the world was still like this full of upstanding men and women.

[@wesleyshepherd8971]

maybe another place, another time. 68 yrs. old miss the old days. even my time in nam.

[@walkaway6353]

@@wesleyshepherd8971 "even my time in nam"... I hear you brother. It was hell but I would not trade it for nothing. I went back in 2016 some 50 years later and made peace with it. Then met my sole mate and got married. Now I have a big beautiful family. Who say's GOD doesn't have a since of humor. PEACE Brother. I give you all my blessings.

[@wesleyshepherd8971]

@@walkaway6353 congrats. i dont think about that often. have great memories and some not so great. at least we came home. brother.

[@brecolborn4046]

Me too...

[@rebekahdemary7638]

I heard that Andy Griffith was not a very nice person but he did encourage The Dillards to play and promote their music on his show. I guess he was a fan of the group.

[@soberup5017]

Yes indeed Andy it is the prettiest thing we've all ever heard After 53 years later still nothing compares to this God bless the Darlings

[@thedillards]

Thank you!

[@PtolemyJones]

RIP Charlene Darling... this is the time.

[@jeffisbell1635]

RIP Mrs. Maggie! At this point I've been hearing this all my soon to be 59 yrs. on this earth! It's a favorite and reminds me of the bluegrass I grew up with around my dad.

[@sleepsounds556]

This is the best song among a whole lot of great music performed by the Dillards on the Andy Griffith Show !!!! Without a doubt, THE BEST !!!!!!!!!!!

[@cathysewell9970]

I'm a classical pianist, and know technique. I think a lot of people do not appreciate the technique required for instrumental Bluegrass. This is a great song, and the vocal harmony gives me chills. I love it!

[@donraczak817]

I bet you love Yanni, too. I so admire your training and other masters.

[@great-ok-good]

I know it doesn’t mean much but my new favorite genre to lull myself to sleep by is Bluegrass

[@brendafoster4712]

same here...my hubby was a classical pianist, too❤ and felt the same way about bluegrass, which he absolutely loved...music was his life❤

[@troyoswald5683]

it is so hard , you are so right

[@judyjae6022]

I'm also a classically trained pianist. However, I write and compose many genres of music. The Dillards exemplify the beauty of bluegrass music! 🎶

[@gothard5]

Had to come back and watch this again after I got the news. RIP Maggie Peterson.

[@acefrehley19731973]

I have many fond memories of watching this show nearly every day with my grandpa, he passed when I was 8. I’d give about anything to have that back. I’m 26 now and one thing for certain is that I couldn’t be more grateful for the time we shared together.

[@SkyBlue1031]

I too feel like, how did I never notice this beautiful song with all the times I've seen Andy. Love the way Andy stops playing just to admire Charlene's singing and her beauty. Could there be a more likeable man than Andy Taylor.

[@Jath2112]

Still get tears and goosebumps every time I listen to this.

[@patdicastri1343]

I didn't hear this song until I started watching reruns of Andy Griffith 3 years ago, shortly after my husband of 43 years passed away. 😢 I'm 68 now and this song is hauntingly beautiful and I listen to it often with tears of sadness mixed with tears of joy for what I once had and now have lost. It's such a beautiful song ❤❤❤❤

[@lylejohnson7591]

This reminds me of my Wife and walks we would take through the woods. She died from a heart attack 20 years ago and this song makes cry.

[@RichRocketMan]

God be with you, my brother. So sorry for your loss. After all of these years, do you have any wisdom to offer with regard to dealing with such a loss? Any insight appreciated. Peace to you.

[@myssipowers3752]

So sorry...

[@virginiaclark2476]

Those boys can really pluck Those instruments. Very talented. Charlene has a sweet voice. Sweet song too.

[@gypsybaby3196]

The boys were an actual bluegrass band

[@billythekid5258]

This song knocks me out!! And so does Maggie!!

[@bradfordsmith5942]

The cresendo/day cresendo in this performance reveals how talented they really were. Flawlessly executed!

[@1611Out-law]

RIP Charlene Darling. Beautiful singing voice. I only hope she was born again.

[@MisterWensleydale]

Had the good fortune to meet Denver Pyle in 1979. I was tending bar. He was there with some friends and drank Dewar's and water. Tipped me $10 for one round! I asked him if he still played the jug and he said it had been quite awhile. He remarked on how the Andy Griffith show had held up over the years. Very nice man.

[@cmm2145]

I love Maggie Peterson’s movements, dances, and facial expressions when she sings.

[@harrietbrowder260]

Had to listen to the lilting voice of Maggie as Charlene. She has been welcomed into the heavens but the stars are shinning a lot brighter today and forever. We will miss you, lovely lady. It was such a pleasure to meet you and all the Darlings at Mayberry Days. Will remember you always....

[@Jath2112]

This just came on tv while I was sitting with my Parents at Christmas... I kinda had to step out quick... had tears rolling down my face, didnt want them to mistakenly worry. The best songs always do that. This is wonderful.

[@markcobb6561]

I absolutely love this song. Maggie Peterson and the Dillard's were amazing together.

[@thedillards]

Thanks Mark!

[@keithmuncy2165]

One of the most hauntingly beautiful songs ever written by two of the greatest bluegrass performers of all time. "The woods are greener over yonder the path is new the world is free"

[@thedillards]

Thanks Keith! Means a lot.

[@fernbear3950]

@@thedillards Hey! I never expected that I might ever get to see y'all around here. You guys were one of my introductions to lyrical bluegrass, and I grew up loving that and folk music (in fact, pretty sure I'm here today in this comment section because I was seeking out some lyrical bluegrass). I'd be a third generation effectively raised on this music, and getting near a fourth to add to the legacy. It feels so much like reaching back in time a bit, and I'm so glad I have the opportunity, but thank y'all, to absolutely all y'all, for the life and light you brought into the world. I have my six stringer now, and my first ever stringed instrument -- my banjo, and I'm learning a little more, bit by bit. Hopefully someday I can join the ranks of those bringing that kind of music and light into the world. I certainly know what kind of an impact it had on me. :) Thank you.

[@scootermom1791]

"Haunting" is the best description for this song. I love this song, but it's also one that makes me want to cry.

[@scootermom1791]

@@fernbear3950 My granddaddy was in a Bluegrass band probably in the early 1900's. My mom always told me I got his talent for music because I could (and still can) play things by ear on the piano when I was very young, and on violin later. Music has had a big impact on me my entire life in one way or another. I'm glad I inherited the bluegrass gene from my granddaddy. Lol 🤠

[@russlehman2070]

The lyrics are beautiful poetry, and the melody fits them perfectly. It's a masterpiece.

[@maxolack8753]

I was in the lobby bar of some hotel in Chicago when I heard a house band playing this song. It chilled me and gave me goosebumps. When I asked what the song was, I couldn't believe this was the source. Never know what affect your life will have.

[@mikegross6107]

Andy took the words right out of my mouth: "that's the purtiest song I ever heard"! One doesn't appreciate that kind of song until you reach my age of 84 and then you realize how you should spend TIME while you are young.

[@no_handle_required]

I binge watch Andy Griffith on netflix and remember when tv was worth watching.

[@Starmix-off-the-floor]

us too, this is the best thing to watch after a stressful day.

[@bigdickdudley9119]

Twilight zone too

[@sandyball2006]

Same here. I take a lot of ribbing from my husband and kids but Mayberry is where I go to relax.

[@Thrallmack]

Doing this right now.

[@bobbygeorge9964]

Yes

[@WelshWarlock]

what a great untainted song. I wish for times like that again.

[@unclepacky3926]

I with you on that theres pockets of good folk and musicians still but also a walmart down the road too......

[@gunnarbiker]

RIP Maggie. You will always be Charlene Darling! So wonderful! ❤️ 😢

[@4shys2]

RIP Maggie ! I loved The Darlings on The Andy Griffith Show ! This song was my favorite!

[@jasonsandoval78]

Hands down just all around great song. Still listening to it in 2021 :-)

[@musicman201047]

Still listening to it, tearing up over it in 2022.

[@michaelclendenen4005]

The Dillard's are just 👍 I love everything about the andy show

[@thebanjoman1963]

We often don't get a chance to show our appreciation until almost everyone is gone. Only Rodney remains at this moment and I'm glad that this memory has been saved and shared. I only have memories in my mind of my father, He passed way too soon for us to get him on video but he could play as well as Doug Dillard and others but only had a chance to play with Mac Wiseman a few times when he was younger. Thanks for sharing this.

[@sarah4601]

I believe it’s the prettiest thing I’ve ever heard too that’s why I’ve been here 1000 times

[@grandfathergeek]

“....That makes you cry Paw”. - “..well, I’ll fight it!” And it should. Wow.