Elizabeth Cotten In Portland (Bill Fisher, 1978)

[@maninthemiddle55]

Thanks to whomever set up Elizabeth Cotten's visit to the public schools, and to whomever had the foresight to record it.

[@mattrize1]

Under rated piece of history

[@DailySource]

If you don't have time to watch the whole video, go to the 12:05 mark and watch the next 2 minutes, which is the end just before the credits role.. Very beautiful. Her great heart and soul shines bright. For Grateful Dead or Jerry Garcia fans, watch the whole video and you'll see her sing her song which the Dead later recorded on "Dead Reckoning" as "Babe it aint no lie" ... and which Jerry also played solo and with his solo band.

[@andybluewater2291]

7:33 so there was young Dave mustaine among the audience.

[@jaskamon6127]

ha ha, he never lived in Portland he was from San Diego

[@will2472]

Something that struck me about this performance... she was a teacher. The poise and manner was one of instruction. One of the best guitarists in the world, so humble and nonchalant... This is a superstar!

[@onefull1]

@Will Amen Will!

[@Don-fj3ew]

I love her.... How this country has changed.

[@Zxx459]

Well,white supremacy always been there"

[@louieo.blevinsmusic4197]

Agreed. Wish everyone could have them type of attitude she had. Amazing human.

[@DragonflySigns]

I love this! How lucky these kids were to have her speak in class. I saw her at the Philadelphia Folk Fest in 1972. Her song Freight Train was the fist song I ever learned to fingerpick and sing at age 16. I’m 68 now and so glad I found this video 😀❤️ Thanks for posting 👍

[@christopherhawthorne5395]

The more I see of Elizabeth Cotten the more I’m amazed. What a Gem.

[@martifingers]

Exactly that.

[@UltimateSchoolofMusic]

a million thumbs up!

[@jasonwood227]

This is truly a treasure. Can't believe it took 3 years for me to stumble across it. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@jameshutchinson2361]

It's amazing how things come along just when you need the encouragement it brings along with it. Just one more proof that GOD does indeed exist.

[@Progressivemusician]

No sheet music folks, straight from the heart and soul. What a ledgend!

[@LuraFrazey]

Thank you so much for this video -- what a treasure. It's amazing to get to hear the great musician, Elizabeth Cotten, telling stories from her life.

[@bonniemercer4179]

I just love her

[@dennismatheny5691]

Thank you Elesibeth

[@MM-qp4db]

Enjoyed listening to her stories as much as her songs. Working on the building....yes indeed, see you in heaven Ms Cotten.

[@hebrey]

What a beautiful video - i loved to see her talk and play from the heart. Great artist.

[@juanchamorro9924]

Thank you for such an amazing document!

[@marlonwebber4952]

The fact that she was promoting unity to the children was a touching, golden moment that stood out for me! Such a sweet little speech, from such a sweet little lady!😁

[@drewgarcia9823]

Love from philippines

[@bobbo1946]

she played at Reed College in Portland sometime in the earlier '70s as i recall..saw her then..looks like some N.Portland schools..may have worked with some some of those kids later on..

[@RabidSnot]

there is a Real Humble Honest Sincere Powerful Lovely God Fearing Nice Respectful True Meaningful Intelligent Message Here. Spoiler Alert ! R.I.P Elizabeth 'Libba' Cotten Lefty's Rule Others Drool. This is your Time to Shine. Stand up and be Counted .. Silent Majority When You gonna Wake Up ? Thanks for sharing this Insightful Video. Many thanks.

[@hassanbakkali3785]

4 to 4:45 min. Can somebody tell me whats the song's name ? Its so beautiful.

[@tip0019]

I hope i can play 5 more years 😥

[@berryseinfeld6772]

Incredible.

[@andrewandrew1965]

This is so great! She is PURE.

[@samlupo100]

She was a blessing. I met her once. I pray that God let’s me meet her again.

[@grantsmith8502]

Thanks for posting 😊

[@johnkinyanjui5331]

Love ❤ from Kenya 🇰🇪

[@ovekkjlstad7703]

She is 85 years old!

[@adilsonferreiramartins4963]

Oi bom dia! Grande Elizabeth Gootem! Uma saudosa heroína exemplar ! 😇💝😭

[@tylergrabo6165]

6:06

[@jameshutchinson2361]

And those of you who does not believe there is a GOD just keep it to your self no one needs to hear from you.

[@unwavery]

Inshallah

[@jameshutchinson2361]

yep @@unwavery

[@jameshutchinson2361]

Amen

[@johnnydviii]

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