JUDY COLLINS, Kingston Trio, Mary Travers - "All My LIfe's A Circle" 1982

Judy Collins joins a stellar group of musicians who first made it big in the 1960s folk music revival era. Included in this 1982 sing-along of the Harry Chapin song "Circle" are Mary Travers, John Sebastian, Tom Paxton, The Limelighters, The Kingston Trio and others.

[@allenfriedman2441]

EVERYBODY WHO'S ANYBODY IN FOLK, THE 60'S MY FAVORITE PART OF LIFE

[@sooz9433]

Unbelievable group from my past... thank you for this share. It touched a place in my heart that was long forgotten. 🎼🖤

[@coldlakealta4043]

2023: the musicians age and pass on, but the beauty of their music lives forever

[@vincentbriegel7038]

Yes

[@sandybrown4764]

That was fantastic! A great collection of truly marvelous voices to help us remember one of Harry Chapin's greats. Don't try to tell me you didn't sing along, because I know you did!!!

[@wfj50]

You're right, Sandy!

[@wfj50]

Damn lucky Tom Paxton. He had his arms around Mary Travers and Judy Collins!

[@Johnboy33545]

This has me crying tears of joy. Sweet memories for an old hippie.

[@elleneger6685]

Yes this song was a delight to hear after so many years.

[@robertalleman4757]

So agree; what a beautiful song and tribute

[@tommylittlefield6310]

Amen

[@hiroshi6710]

I was 3 years-old "Tears Of Joy" Amen

[@josephinerimmer6888]

Oh God! Me too! Right in front of my family. I couldn’t tell them why I was crying.

[@4estdweller4ever]

Wow! What a TREAT! There is just nothing better to soothe a troubled heart with than some kind hearted folk music with more stars than the Milky Way.

[@jkdm7653]

Thank you SOOOOO much for this! What a gathering of talent in one place! How great to see Glenn Yarbrough, Alex Hassilev, and Lou Gottlieb or the Limeliters, the Kingstons, three of the original Brothers Four, and Judy Blue Eyes all at once.What memories!

[@josephlibby2066]

At age 83, this best describes life. I have been fortunate to see all of our children graduate from high school and college, get married and see eight grandchildren. My father died young of a heart attack and never saw these joys.

[@nicolosito]

The two most outstanding singing voices in this remarkable group of talented people are undoubtedly Judy Collins and Glen Yarborough.

[@joannehardin4868]

All of these singers were/are my favorites, Mary Travers, Judy Collins, Glen Yarborough. Just wonderful memories.

[@GrandpaCanCook]

Loved. All that talent singing such a wonderful son. Kind of like a baby-boomer dream . I'm always so happy when someone post these gems.

[@mamadillo9994]

We Boomers know great music and great singers when we hear them. These were among the best for us.

[@marymiller7865]

Judy Collins, Mary Travers, so many more! Love this video, thanks for posting. To me, the very best part was when Glenn Yarbrough came on and sang a verse. His voice always carries me away.

[@derfberfel785]

I havent seen an autoharp since Mrs Ann Weeks played in music class in 68 word up

[@derfberfel785]

Judy Collins beautiful knowxas always she is family

[@harrysnydick4994]

Judy Collins and Harry Chapin were good friends.

[@jasoncarle7385]

Bravo!!

[@michaelwilliamson7276]

So glad to read another Glen Yarborough fan. He certainly is on my shortlist for top five.

[@relikborg]

I wish I could like this video more than once, it is beyond heavenly, it is perfection.

[@HeartoftheDragonColo]

RIP John Stewart, Bob Shane, Roger Gambill, Dave Guard (Kingston Trio), Phil Austin & Peter Bergman (Firesign Theatre), Lou Gottlieb & Glenn Yarbrough (Limeliters), Mary Travers & others who may have passed on.

[@jamesdolan4042]

I think the audience clapping wiped out Mary Travers wonderful, unique contribution to this great song.

[@LLewis-vu9qf]

I was disappointed that happened as well. She made a valiant effort to be heard above the applause and almost succeeded. She can really project her voice. When the whole group sang, you could almost pick her voice out over the others.

[@lynntempleton9640]

Harry Chapin was only with us for a brief time, but his influence was immense...as was his joy.

[@utube4619]

Watching this program always saddens me for the lost of Mary Travers and Bob Shane they were and have always been my favorites (so was Phil Everly!), beautiful reunion.

[@ejd43]

My goodness. Such wonderful memories this brings to mind to this old (77) lady!

[@tomoconnor7229]

THAT'S how to sing the song!! Harry would approve!!

[@Huineng10]

What a joy! Now in my eighties, this brought such a smile to my face. The music of my era! The music of my story!

[@lesjack1]

Wow, I would love to have been at that concert! What an amazing group of musicians paying tribute to one of the greatest singer songwriter and humanitarians of our time! We miss you Harry but are better for your having been here!

[@utube4619]

Lovely gathering, a happy time but my heart sinks every time i watch this concert as three of our favorites have left us; Mary, Bob and the other trio, forgot his name (one of my favorites). Wonderful hearing such beautiful repertoire but sad and nostalgic at the same time. miss miss them!

[@Thekarlskorner]

Roger Gambil.

[@LuckyBadger]

Back when music made you happy deep in your soul.

[@musicfanBRA]

Also, notice the thrill in the audience when Mary Travers comes in, sweet and charismatic Mary from Peter, Paul & Mary. This clip made my day.

[@PHJimY]

Unfortunately though, the applause drowned out Mary's contribution to the song.

[@davisdurand]

@@PHJimY She definitely had an aura about her. More than anybody else in the room. However, Judy Collins had a voice that was second to none.

[@davidlenander]

@@PHJimY If you hunt up a copy of Mary's fourth solo record, _Circles_, you can hear her sing the whole song. Why it (and her 3rd LP) have never been released digitally is a mystery to me.

[@MrBig1946]

“All my life’s a circle.” Oh, wow. Except for Judy and Mary, I didn’t recognize the faces. But once they started, I’ll NEVER forget the voices and the memories of yesteryear just came flooding back. Absolutely outstanding. We’ll never have anything like this again.

[@georgedemchak7905]

Harry Chapiin was a master at putting words to feelings!

[@hongdoile4133]

Www

[@mamadillo9994]

Have you ever heard his younger brother Tom? He's as good as Harry was, although he takes a slightly different path for subject matter. He still does the occasional tour, but mostly he sings close to home. And he still does kids' shows also, frequently accompanied by his own, now grown, kids. A wonderful lack of planning by the group that booked him in my town prompted me to ask if he'd like to join me for an early dinner and I'd be happy to lead him back to the airport. We ended up talking mostly about all our kids,and it was a lovely couple of hours. I'm still a groupie.

[@lbcharlie05]

Harry wrote the same way he lived! I still miss him.

[@sueroork8452]

In 1957 I was in love with the music of the Kingston Trio! Was over joyed to find them again in The Villages, Fl. Took me right back 60 years ago when I was young and yet to find love.

[@philgillmartin5053]

Judy Collins voice - amazing. Love it.

[@dreamyblue44]

Now that's what I call a super-group!

[@bikethetrails8155]

Such a great songwriter and wonderful song. The performance is superb, but am I the only one that was put off a bit by the audience applauding a bit beyond "normal" etiquette, Mary Travers was drowned out at the beginning :-(

[@cindycchesney5716]

Thanks for one of my all time favorite songs Harry! From the Cheap Seats! Your concerts will always live on,

[@42awww]

This is fantastic! Never heard this song and the lyrics are incredible! Is there more footage from this concert?

[@johnboyle3884]

i think i,m going to play this one over and over again...........

[@joestephan1111]

As a musician in my younger days I can assure you that the greatest tribute of respect a fallen musical artist could ever have is when a group of colleagues & peers gather to lay down your music. Thank you Harry for everything you gave this crummy world. I had never heard this song until now. Every single word fits my own crummy life. Godspeed.

[@jayturner3397]

2022..world in chaos am in tears wonderful this uk

[@isabelthomas2957]

I am smiling non stop and dedicating this song to my Daddy who passed over in 1991. He taught my little sister and i to sing harmony to the kingston trio and peter paul and mary and so many more. We learned all the great ballads and folk songs then and they are still my favorite to this day.. in 2023. I am his oldest daughter Isabel, i just turned 63. For God's purpose i am the last living Thomas in our family. But in my heart i know they are all with me as i complete my own journey. I love u all and my angels carry to you my prayers, wishes and songs. ....So.... Daddy would sing softly "Scarlet ribbons" to us,* my little sister Karen i* as a lullaby each night at bed time. So glad i could still find it.

[@nakima61]

Wow! So looking forward to seeing 1,000,000 views of this epic group singing Harry Chapin's song. I just love it , as did the appreciative audience.

[@michaelterry377]

It seems like I've been here before, I can't remember when But I got this funny feelin' that I'll be back once again

[@mrwolfhound]

Great group of singers.. a shame ole Harry Chapin wasn't around to be with them. Wish a description of the event was included. I too would like to have dvd of it. But thanks a lot for posting.

[@thomashoban6888]

DVD of the whole concert is probably available at rediscovermusic.com

[@ssgtsouth]

Some heavy hitters here. All superstars of the folk world. Wow!

[@judykinne7534]

WOW - awesomeness ! R.I.P. Harry Chapin- Happy 73rd Birthday today - what a joy you have been in my life and still are !

[@gjm1953]

I still miss Mary so very much. This clip is fantastic. It was great to hear all these greats like Glen Yarbourough, Judy Collins and, of course, the great Mary Travers.

[@Miklos82]

A who's who of 70's folk music. A wonderful treat. Thanks to whoever posted it.

[@Superbri-1]

Beautiful song and so poingnant no matter what era you aspire to sad that our favourites have to leave us as we will also one day but so happy to have lived through their beauty and carry that with us always.

[@angelsonthemountain321]

Hearing Mary singing this just melted me.

[@fredajackson1229]

rip mary travers and harry chapin great

[@BeatlesGirlKaren]

The beautiful voice of Glenn Yarbrough brought me here ~ RIP Glenn

[@mikerich5299]

Beatles❤Girl

[@mikerich5299]

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[@mastereu1]

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[@mastereu1]

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[@phillipcox516]

Agreed, the silk voice of Glen Yarbrough is very hard to beat. AUS

[@peggykrainman7216]

I remember this event and now that I'm older, it means more to me. 🙂

[@adrianwright2884]

Fantastic those were the days.

[@nancybcastner2313]

This gathering is so wonderful....Judy Collins is my favorite..

[@MrPaco0112]

Thanks so much for this - I followed all of them and filled my room with vinal!

[@steveroberts8719]

Mary Travers brought so much joy to millions around the globe. What a voice. What compassion for life and beauty and music. We will miss her but thank the Lord we have her music.

[@Msfifisquarepantz]

Huh? Did you know Mary? I don’t think so.

[@pdef1949]

I just chanced across this video today and was moved by it. All my musical heroes from my youth, my earliest musical inspirations. I was lucky enough to see some of them live....Tom Paxton, Mary Travers, Bob Gibson (who was not in this show), the Kingston Trio 1981 version.

[@cricketbat09]

Folk music has power.

[@kaykingston7236]

God's Plan Word Spiritual Warfare is You Know No....ah 8

[@amp3cx10000a7jp]

It is wonderful. He is Dick even if it calls it the Kingston trio. Although it is only Reynolds, it is co-starring with the brothers four. An image is seen for the first time. Video of TV program by which bob Dylan co-starred with B4 was up(ed) by you tube. Around 1960 is American. I think the time of fork music being the highest.

[@seabrookthemagnificent9580]

Glen Yarborough just passed away a couple of days ago at age 86. What a beautiful voice the World lost that day!

[@jennysmallman437]

Seabrook the Magnificent u

[@Jackknifegyp]

The most unique pair of vocal chords of the era. Great surprise.

[@joannehardin4868]

Seabrook the Magnificent what a marvelous voice Glen Yarborough had.

[@peelermac]

I'm just discovering this song and I love it. All my favorite singers from the 60's!

[@laurencedauplay5649]

Such loving ambiance then,.....lovely!

[@TheOneTrueKaliban]

The Limeston Four and Mary! Yeah, MAN!

[@MrBig1946]

There will be such a beloved ensemble like this again. The only two that I recognized on-sight were Mary Travers and Judy Collins. All rest got names, with a dropped jaw and an Oh!, as soon as I heard their voices. Just outstanding. Thank you very much!

[@jamesrafferty9048]

Just one more legendary concert produced by the one & only Irving Steinbloom

[@hitoshinakai1020]

Fantastic! It's a beautiful ending of the showtime. this is one of the best American songs forever. Have a good night!

[@clementtempleton4250]

Brought tears to my eyes!

[@barneymayse924]

great song performed by some great performers--written by an amazing guy named Harry Chapin

[@wilmarmarquessouza2132]

Wondeful song ! Thank you my friend !

[@carolbaker654]

What a collection of singing talent !

[@roysheaks1261]

Fresh load of goosebumps from these fantastic people!

[@geminikev1]

Great version. also love The New Seekers version which was a big hit in Europe back in 72

[@jennycooper5364]

new seekers got title wrong as well

[@hitoshinakai1020]

Fantastic! It's a beautiful ending of the showtime. this is one of the best American songs forever. Have a good night!

[@paulmyers7078]

Forty years have passed since this concert was performed. Has it really been that long? Seems like just yesterday. Years gone by and with them the aspirations of our youth.

[@michelleshereck6961]

You know this was the inspiration for the final concert of the movie Mighty Wind...Live and Love them both....

[@pmhayden54]

Does Tom Paxton have his arms around Mary Travers and Judy Collins at the same time? What the ...

[@benjaminwaters187]

No wonder he's smiling.

[@folkmusicfan5555]

They were both already old by then

[@nfknappmusic]

lucky man!

[@roysheaks1261]

PM Hayden Some dudes are just born lucky!

[@strawberryseason]

If you call 40 old!

[@nancywalters3661]

WHAT WONDERFUL SONGS, WHAT WONDERFUL TIMES.

[@HeartoftheDragonColo]

Entering between Glenn Yarbrough & Judy Collins are Philip Proctor, Phil Austin & Peter Bergman of the Firesign Theatre! (Phil & Peter have passed as well as several of the other singers).

[@markthompson4804]

So much talent in one room!

[@wilmarmarquessouza7768]

Music is LIFE! Beautiful

[@CaptainGlack]

Just realised that Bob Haworth who's in the Brothers Four in this video (guy with the beard playing banjo) later joins the kingston trio in the early 2000s. I just found that cool :D

[@thomashoban6888]

Haworth was with the Kingston Trio twice. He replaced Roger Gambill in 1985 after Gambill died of a heart attack. Haworth left and was replaced by original Trio member, Nick Reynolds and re-joined the group after Reynolds re-retired.

[@CaptainGlack]

Yes he did didn't he! Totally forgot about that!

[@HeartoftheDragonColo]

I saw the Trio with Bob Shane (of course), George Grove & Bob Haworth in Grand Junction, Colorado around 2001. It was a great show, and not too long afterward I saw Bob, Nick & George in Denver. George, seen here to Bob's right, was in the Kingston Trio longer than anyone other than Bob.

[@paulcolli9841]

Good lord this is beautiful

[@annleyenaar7112]

Love to know the name of the concert

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

Wow! I wish I could have attended this show! It was shortly after Harry Chapin died (one of the saddest days of my life) as and it was love,y of them to pay tribute. Does a tone know if the full show is available on KZbin?

[@kevdev123]

A great song, which was used (here in Australia), as a backdrop to the disaster of the Munich Olympics in 1972.

[@webeurope35]

Mágico !!!! .-All my life's a circle, sunrise and sundown Moon rolls through the night-time till the daybreak comes around All my life's a circle I can't tell you why Seasons spinning round again, the years keep rolling by Seems like I've been here before, and I well remember when I've got a funny feeling that we'll all be together again No straight lines make up my life, all my roads are bends There's no clear-cut beginning and so far no dead ends I've found you a thousand times, I know you've done the same Then we lose each other, it's like a children's game If I find you here again the thought comes through my mind Life is like a circle, let's go round one more time

[@jayphillips1102]

thanks for sharing this! This was one of my dad's favorite songs. Today is his birthday. He passed 12 years ago... Great to hear this song!

[@BeatlesGirlKaren]

Haven't seen this much talent all at once on stage since!

[@sarahmckenzie5020]

The new serif

[@ftjax]

Hear the harmony, see the past....thankfully it will roll through ages just like the song

[@frankgarrity1810]

memories memories all beatifull what a great gathering of talent

[@amrismacanfhiach9859]

Thank you to the dear friend who pointed me to this. We sang it at her and her husband's wedding in '80 or '81.

[@om92555]

A great tribute to Harry Chapin.

[@2023FourRunner]

Damn Glen Yarborough and Judy Collings and Mary. Wow

[@paulcolli9841]

I can listen to Glenn and ms. Judy over and over again all day long. God bless them

[@drawntomountains]

Does anybody know if the whole concert is on KZbin somewhere ?! Would love to see this !

[@comment4309]

Yes it is. Do a search for The Folk Music Reunion.

[@CAphotos]

Oh, to have been there in person...

[@karenfitzsimons2206]

I remember this song from when I was fourteen years of age, living in Germany with my c mother and father.I actually heard it on one of the German radio stations, rather than the Armed Forces Network.

[@stephenindc9102]

Holy Mackerel.

[@slmeyers464]

Glenn Yarbrough!

[@sebxiou-lifestyle4465]

It is beyond my comprehension why people go to listen to excellent musicians then make a racket when they appear on stage mid-song. Why do people not wait until the end to clap? The song was ruined, alas by that racket. Nonetheless, thank you for posting. Always excellent to see Peter, Paul and MARY.

[@strawberryseason]

I think that this performance may have been the inspiration for the final song in A Mighty Wind.

[@captainsoul1953]

This is really something !

[@mastereu1]

Glen Yarbrough. Songs

[@bartschwartz7217]

Frost time I met Judy Collins in 1965 at folk Festival gorgeous redhead and played with her son