Morning Song at John C. Campbell Folk School

This is the first time we played David's Guitar & Fiddle for a show. It seems only fitting it was at the John C. Campbell Folk School where we first met David and have played many tunes with him on that stage and in that room.
I like to think he was there in spirit and that he would be proud. We're still beyond humbled he left them to us. Look out for many more videos with this Guitar & Fiddle!
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[@bobsternvogel5550]

What a treat for the students to hear you tell stories, play David's instruments, and sing duets! You are not just musicians, but all-around entertainers.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you so much! 🙏💕

[@michaelheath76901]

You two young ladies are so lovely and special. I can understand why you would be chosen by loved ones to inherit the instruments you received. They knew you would appreciate and live up to honoring the tradition. God bless you girls.❤️

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you and God Bless! ❤️🙏💕

[@michaelheath76901]

@@thepressleygirls 💝😁

[@michaelallsup1]

I like that you two play alot of the older tunes, you dont see many younger people that even know them. You both sound great.

[@thepressleygirls]

We love the older tunes, thanks for watching!

[@noahcount7132]

WOW! This set is beyond excellent. David absolutely knew what he was doing when he made sure you girls were to become the new owners of his instruments.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@debracramer1251]

I agree!

[@ladyliberty417]

Thank you for playing these old timey tunes, I love them so much❗️ You are keeping this music alive💕

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you for watching! 🙏💕

[@ramonahierholzer3163]

WOW!! LOVED it! 👏👏👏❤ 🤔 Since both of these instruments were David's, and he could only play one at a time, do you suppose that this may have been the first time anyone has heard the two instruments being played TOGETHER??

[@thepressleygirls]

That is a good question! I think we played them together when we visited him, but they haven’t been played at the same time together much!

[@genemcnabb9389]

Beautiful song and guitar and fiddle, Katie and Corie! Though they have age, and may not be as shiny as new ones, and without imperfections, they have a beautiful sound. Love the way you can play any song. Talented and beautiful young women.😊

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 💕🙏

[@debbienixon230]

I think it was so amazing that David left y'all those instruments it speaks volumes of what y'all meant to him. It's so nice to have had the friendship y'all shared and how much he meant to you girls. The many musical lessons he might have been instrumental in teaching that will last y'all a lifetime. I know how much you girls will always miss David but he lives on in your hearts your memories and in your music.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you, it’s such a blessing to have them and play them. Thank you for watching! 🙏💕

[@Me2Lancer]

Thank you for carrying on the rich folk music traditions. Music like this is an important part of our heritage. David would be proud.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@mikemanjo2458]

I loved the first tune...so happy! "You are my sunshine" has always been a favorite. I can remember hearing my parents singing it driving in the car...we all sang together. I can imagine David was smiling down on you as you were playing. I'm sure he would be thrilled to know how you are honoring his memory. ❤️from SC, Jane. That was a sweet waltz! Made me want to dance around the room...I may have...all by myself.😊🎻🎸🎶

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 💕🙏

[@sandip.7968]

Katie and Corie, no doubt David would be very pleased that you're not only taking good care of his old guitar and fiddle, but also playing them in memory of his true friendship towards both of you. How delightful that you gave this free concert to all of us listeners to soak in the emotions and pure enjoyment of the songs you sang and played, along with a heartwarming commentary about David himself. THANK YOU!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you for watching! 🙏💕

[@donnarogers7732]

He knew your talent and that You Two would cherish his beloved instruments! Play on Girls! HE CHOSE YOU TWO TO CARRY ON THE INSTRUMENTS GIFTS-- MUSIC. ❤

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@johncraven1168]

NAILED it.....not that there was any doubt !!!!!! You can't beat old Gibson's for making music....got Martin's but always end up reaching for my old Gibson's..... great job thank you for who you are and being true to your heart.....it shows through how much integrity and quality y'all two are and your people you come from !!!!!!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@averagejoesmiling456]

Stunningly beautiful music!! Nothing much more to say . . . just absolutely beautiful!! I enjoy it more every time you gals play. God has smiled upon you! May He continue to bless you greatly!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 💕🙏

[@conniecvengros6959]

Wow! This was wonderful! Your attendees are blessed to be there. So thankful these are available for everyone to see.

[@margaretleehightower3073]

Sooooooooo Wonderful!!!!!!! Playing, singing and stories….just awesome😊😊😊😊

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@apiecemaker1163]

It’s always been a desire of my adult life to attend some classes at Campbell Folk School. I have looked at their classes several times. Maybe one day I’ll fulfill this bucket list item. My husband plays music in church. He would love that Gibson. He plays a Martin but we both love the tone of these vintage guitars. Beautiful

[@thepressleygirls]

You would love it, it’s a sweet place. Yes all the vintage guitars are the best! 🙏💕

[@apiecemaker1163]

@@thepressleygirls definitely on my wish list. God bless girls!👩‍🌾💛🌻

[@amyvickers6147]

Yes me too, been dreaming of going for years, we just need to do this y’all….just go.

[@apiecemaker1163]

@@amyvickers6147 I hope to someday. Just don’t feel the safety to go yet but hopefully soon. If you do go, please share your experience. 👩‍🌾💛👍

[@rowdybroomstick1216]

Kinda like a good woman, the importance of what she says and believes is more important than what she looks like, I think😊 And I'd say that violin sounds great, no matter what it looks like!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! ❤️

[@PatrickPoet]

I usually think of you are my sunshine as an old fashioned sort of hokey song, but this time it brought tears to my eyes. I guess the difference is that you sang it true.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!! ❤️🙏💕

[@harolddenton6031]

Garth brooks back in the 1990's he had one amazingly talented fiddle player in his band. You are pretty good yourself on tgat fiddler. One of my best friends growing up was Greg Sykes from hawkind vounty,tn. His father CE Sykes had a blue grass band. He grew up in council,va before moving to hawkins county,tn in the 1960's. So hearing you girls playing them instruments brings back good memories of hearing CE Sykes band playing some good ole bluegrass music under his car port on weekend nights. His grandson Nathan Sykes has a blue grass weekly radio broadcast up in bristol,tn.

[@jeffreykbevins7116]

I really enjoy watching and listening to you gals, playing and singing each time . Just beautiful music, Katie and Corie . I loved the story about your little dog Ruby and the music you play dedicated for her memory. Thanks Katie and Corie, for this video, it sure is great . Always love to hear someone sing the, Down by The Green River and Mr Peabody's coaltrain done hauled it all away, song . As always, Jeffrey !!! 🤗👍💖💫

[@tonimactavish9937]

Beautiful! The last song touched my heart. I have always loved John Prine and have seen him many times. My favorite song of his is Hello in there, it always brings tears to my eyes .

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you, yes that’s a good one!

[@misscindy3414]

Good job! David would be proud to hear you two playig his instruments. He was such a sweet man and is missed!

[@thepressleygirls]

🙏💕

[@DFDuck55]

Both instruments sound really nice. The fiddle has a bit of a "growl" to it. It's interesting to note that you both typically tap the opposite foot from the other. And you mentioned that you were "mirror" twins. I recently watched a documentary on twins that stated that mirror twins only happened 1 in 10,000 times. And even rarer are mirror twins where one twin will actually have their organs on the opposite side (heart on right rather than left, for example.) --- Playing nice instruments always kind of scares me. I'm much more comfortable playing the biggest piece of junk in the house. A friend once tried to gift me a beautiful custom made electric guitar. I declined it stating I would be too afraid to play it. Instead I took their worst guitar that everyone else said was unplayable. Pulled both E strings off it, tuned it to AEAE, set it on my lap and happily played porch blues slide on it with a friend on harmonica.

[@thepressleygirls]

That’s funny, I never noticed we tap opposite feet! 🦶 I didn’t know mirror twins were rare, I’m not sure about the qualifications to be one, but we seem to be. Yes, playing nice instruments does make me nervous I just try to be careful. Thanks for watching, slide blues are awesome!

[@benrumler7129]

David would be proud, You have given great honor and praise to his legacy

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@simonzekveld6228]

Beautiful as always.

[@thepressleygirls]

🙏💕

[@tomjerniagan8827]

Well done ladies you did good by your friend. I really enjoyed the waltz.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@0Hillbilly]

Thank you! The precious Presleys, all I can say is thank you. I'm grateful for you.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you, bless you! 🙏💕

[@madbear860]

Great job! Foot tapping song. I have a Southern Jumbo just like that one. Great and beautiful guitar. I haven’t played it in a long while. Took it out last night and tore into it,played hard for an hour or so. I have a huge blister on my middle fretting finger today. Oh well it was worth it. Greetings from Alaska. 🤙🏽😎

[@thepressleygirls]

Hello Alaska! They are such sweet guitars! Glad you played yours, sorry about the blister though!

[@deborahjackson586]

I really enjoyed your video 📹 today. You two play well 👏 off of each other.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@benitastevens612]

Love, you are my Sun Shine! I use to play this on my Clarinet…yes I was in the band from the 5th and all through school…my, my, brings back memories. You girls are a blessing to your listeners.

[@davidstoddard9160]

Turkey in the Straw is another great one with the fiddle.

[@jackiekitchennowordsneeded587]

Those instruments sounds great, but it’s who is playing them that bring them to life. Love How you girls play.

[@kennethrank9489]

It's always a blessing to hear you girls play and sing.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@tylersipla]

That violin is straight fire. Wonderful instrument.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@davidhatfield5714]

Corey your head keeps time(?, i’m not musically)like your mom-softly right to left, right to left. I noticed when she accompanies you she does this. I feel your love for your gifts from a person you loved❤️

[@thepressleygirls]

🙏💕

[@williambishop3293]

I love yall I live In Western Kentucky and have it flowing through my vains when you sing Paridise i get the cold chills and indorfins strait to my head! Thank yall very much wonderful ladies!

[@mercster]

Wonderful, ladies. That is a great stage! It was great to watch y'all play these instruments that mean so much. That makes the music better, don't it? :)

[@thepressleygirls]

It truly does!

[@KatInTheNorth]

I absolutely love this! Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@thepressleygirls]

🙏💕

[@johnnabuzby6103]

@@thepressleygirls I really enjoy your music Corie and Katie. You said you found a picture of your friend David from back in 1967. That's the year I was born. Dang I feel old! Keep up the great content and God bless you...David surely has blessed you with his vintage instruments. He is surely smiling down on you both as you're playing his instruments. Take care and best wishes to you both from New Bern, NC.

[@stephensmith60]

Very nice. Thank you for sharing. You two are awesome.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you for watching! 🙏💕

[@tiatamara11]

Well played girls. Cories guitar playing is up there with the best now and Katie she was born with a fiddle stick in her hand. Bless you both Amen.

[@valentined.2510]

The instruments are beautiful and sound great! I’m sure the memories were piling up as you sat and played there at the school. I’ve not heard many of these tunes before; such fun! Thank you for sharing, Katie & Corie! God bless!

[@thepressleygirls]

Yes, I had so many good memories while we played!

[@sbishop16]

What a nice tribute. It brought back a memory of John Denver telling of the story behind “This Old Guitar” and Dollys “Apple Jack”. I sang “ You are my Sunshine “ to my three children all the time and this brought back such wonderful memories as well. You take after your Mama, you tell wonderful stories! It is an art affectionately linked to Appalachian Culture and what I love so much about my heritage🥰

[@thepressleygirls]

Those are sweet tunes, thank you! ❤️🙏💕

[@ah4furnishings348]

Instruments are like a piece of that person who owned them. They can transcend time. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts and music 🎵

[@thepressleygirls]

I agree, thank you for watching! 🙏💕

[@stanelder3523]

Love the music. It reminds me of my childhood.

[@donnicholas7552]

I loved the tunes! The guitar and fiddle sound great! Your playing and singing was great too! :-D

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@selenahadlow9700]

Love this video the music is perfect to me.How talented you both are,and gifted to be able to share your gift with world.Thank you both.Be Blessed♥️

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! ❤️🙏💕

[@joyfisher8008]

Thank you for introducing me to your mentor's music. May you enjoy those instruments for many years!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@louiserogers352]

Thanks girls for just being yourself and sharing what you love to do!

[@jkdraber]

Good morning girls! I was listening to a number of your videos today and came to rest on this one. You are young to have experienced such a loss in your lives, but you are "just right" in the prime of a new career and David understood that. He gave his begining to you and his end, as the loving tools for you to fulfill your dreams. I remember sitting round the breakfast table, in Ann Arbor, with special friends, who were all supporting your lives, your talents, your joy and newly grown fields of possibilities. David gave you the seeds, we gave you the field to plant, you made everything grow, AND, as with most crops, ( they need continual fresh water) you have been rewarded with a good crop of possibilities. You now have been presented with better tools, in the form of musical instruments, to nourish the many fields to come. Best of all, David has given you the story of himself to carry on his legacy and strengthen your careers. Yes, he is a gift to all who sat at the table!

[@thepressleygirls]

That was beautiful Judy, thank you. He was so special to us and our music and lives wouldn’t be the same without him. I’m also so glad we got to travel and meet you! ❤️🙏

[@robbielynnhowlethehomestea8761]

Awesome👏🏻👏🏻. I’m sure your precious friend would be very proud of you girls!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🤠🙏💕🥰

[@S.Kay.Steffy]

Beautiful music and touching tribute to David💕

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@dessiplaer]

The time signature for the one song you played was indeed in waltz time. I really enjoyed your concert.

[@thepressleygirls]

🙏😍

[@btpearce]

Beautiful :-)

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@kickapootrackers7255]

Loved it Ladies,yall sound so good on those instrements . Love your singin too, great voice. Being from Kentuck, my kinda music💓🔥

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you Kentucky! 🤠💕

[@homesteadingpastor]

Great job girls! Mr. David would be very proud of you both!! Keep on playing and singing!!!! 👍🏻🙌🏻😊😇

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 💕🙏🥰

[@homesteadingpastor]

@@thepressleygirls you’re welcome!! 👍🏻🙌🏻☀️☀️

[@dixielady2]

You girls are amazing! I enjoy hearing you play. ❤️

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@phillipgreene2564]

Sometimes... the sunshine is taken from us; though we can't see it we can still feel it's warmth radiate... Before tuning in here I watched listen and watched The Blind Pig and the Acorn play "Kentucky". I think just about anybody could feel something radiate there. Tippers cooking warms my belly and I ain't never ate none of it...but there's a warm spot in my gut. Also was warmed up watchin' this Pressley episode and the use of past tense is touching homage to someone who seems to have made a lasting impression with them... Ya know it's funny... I don't believe I ever noticed but seein' Katie in blue jeans and that was really cool...dare I say I think I got a little hot... Anyway.. All these temp changes come from over there from a place I ain't never stepped a foot... Go figure. I suppose now I've come full circle.

[@thepressleygirls]

Beautiful! 💕🙏

[@jasonbone5121]

Listening to this is a nice way to cool down after cutting the grass - Thank you ladies!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thanks for watching!

[@sheryladams1964]

Enjoyed your music and stories so much. I am sure there was such excitement when the instruments came. Such treasures! I enjoy your sweetness so much. ❤️❤️

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you, yes we were very excited!

[@Dutch779]

Great music ladies, bringing a lot of water to my eyes, good detox.😊 That violin does sound different. R.I.P. David. Katie you make me want to play violin. Well done.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@sheryladams1964]

Enjoyed this so much. Everytime I hear you play it is so amazing that you cannot read music, and know just where to put your fingers. I am in awe. 💗💗

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 💕

[@califtom]

I really like how you both draw wisdom from the people you come across. That is a rare quality few people have today. Sounds great as always. I love how Katie expresses herself on the fiddle. Do your performances change knowing you have a huge online audience in addition to the live one?

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕 I’ll be honest I didn’t replay notice it being filmed at all 🤠

[@treeman2C]

I have alot of songs my grandpa sent to me on cassette tape for me to learn in the 70's jimmy Rodgers original recordings jimmy Sutton and so in and so forth

[@thepressleygirls]

Cool!

[@vintagetone22]

Very nice tune.well played.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@ndgogirl]

What a great tribute to your friend and mentor .

[@thepressleygirls]

🙏💕

[@danielbroberg6838]

You are one of a kind superb!We love your beautiful music!

[@bradlyvaughn4726]

This is just such a sweet performance & tribute to a friend, y'all were really shining. Those instruments not only look gorgeous, but they sound well worth their weight in gold! That fiddle especially just sounds so so good!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@gettinsumsunmld]

Thank you for playing some of my most favorites💕

[@thepressleygirls]

Thanks for watching!

[@dksix1905]

Mr. Kaymor chose the caretakers for his treasures well. I look forward to seeing and hearing them regularly.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@craftlover9702]

Awesome! I sang Traditional Country, some Bluegrass and Gospel locally for 25 years and would have loved to have crossed paths with you both and sang a tune or two!! You both sound great and I just love the waltz that David wrote...

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@richardclark.]

Once again the first video on my Playlist! I may have misunderstood about the instruments being hot when they arrived. Just in case you ever have an instrument that has become very hot or very cold while in shipping or in its case, let it come back to room temperature before you open it. A fast temperature change can actually ruin an instrument or damage the finish. It could really make for a bad day, especially if were something as special and beautiful as that fiddle or guitar!

[@thepressleygirls]

That’s very true!

[@B_Sue_E]

🎶Awesome …so enjoyed ☕️❣️I sat down a spell , turned on my mini Bose Speaker and had me a little shindig 🎶

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you for watching, glad you enjoyed it!

[@vulpeish]

^ ^ O h Quines you are so good because you play from you Heart and soul...not every musician can do that! Foxy blessings fae Scotland VVxx

[@thepressleygirls]

🙏💕

[@janetsuyama6364]

Love your harmony and the music. Thanks 👍

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@kimgreene9241]

Gorgeous! David’s waltz was my personal favorite.

[@scottblack3381]

Be still my heart, thanks for sharing, Y'all!

[@thepressleygirls]

🙏💕

[@mickietaylor8186]

The instruments sound beautiful and so do both of you

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@jamesburkjr2803]

Corie I admire your walkdowns. You do them so well and very clean with no hangups. That something I'm still trying to get the hang of a little more

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@rolandpinette9946]

Got chanced out of the garden by a rainstorm, just in time to watch your lovely video. Thanks Corie and Katie! Those instruments couldn't have gone to better people. You two will cherish those forever!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! We are supposed to get rain tonight 🌧🙏💕

[@alyswilliams9571]

Just come from watching your mum make peach cobbler. Great music. What a talented family you are.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@ekbanjosworld4926]

Awesome ! Please don't stop playin Dave's ballad ! That's a good'un ! Is the fiddler married ! 😃

[@njaneardude]

You girls put the biggest smile on my face 😁😁😁 Your music made my day ☀️

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 💕🙏

[@lindamoses5932]

❤️❤️ that was lovely ladies x I very much enjoyed your playing, your singing and your David stories x

[@brownspot9]

Good morning Ladies 🌹 Thank you 🙏

[@thepressleygirls]

Thanks for watching!

[@thebanjooutlaw]

Nice set! Both of you play my favorite version of that song “Paradise”… never heard a better take than y’all’s… y’all really bring that one from the heart! And Katie’s new fiddle sounds really clear and has a real sweet tone to it. And what year is that Southern Jumbo? My favorite Gibson guitar is a SJ… have always wanted one! It sounds like it has a really deep and rich tone! Can’t wait to see and hear more from y’all picking your new instruments! 👍

[@thepressleygirls]

We love singing that song, thank you! I am not actually sure yet what year it is. I’ve emailed Gibson with the number but not got a response yet. My guess is maybe 50’s or 60’s because it has the old Pearloid tuners. It’s a sweet guitar and I feel so lucky to have it. Thank you for watching! 💕🙏

[@jamesburkjr2803]

I absolutely love that guitar. I've been searching for one that exact color

[@souletunes]

Holy crap, you gals are awesome! Morning shows are rough, but you did great! Thoroughly enjoyed listening to this! 👏

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@jamesa.rodriguez8598]

I listened to the entire set. Hard not too. Bravo! Thank you so very much!

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@katieboyle3921]

Sensational! Thank you for sharing your beautiful music and stories!

[@thepressleygirls]

💕🙏

[@PeaceIntheValley]

I appreciate the songs that you sing. It gives me new song ideas for playing at the local assisted living facility!

[@davidwhanley]

Great playing and singing

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@davidwhanley]

@@thepressleygirls You are very welcome

[@p71ford]

O. my. stars. and. sleeve-garters! Would you look at what the stringed-instrument fairy left on your porch! A pair of the finest instruments I've ever heard... That fiddle leaves nothing to be desired, and the guitar, well, it's a Gibson J45,isn't it? What could be better? Y'all are walkin' in high cotton now. I'm jealous....

[@thepressleygirls]

It’s actually a Southern Jumbo 🤠

[@Firekeeper61]

Great to see such eager talent for our Mountain music

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@vanceox]

That’s a sweet-sounding Gibson, Miss Corie. I’d love for you & Katie to be able to travel out to Seattle to perform in the future.

[@thepressleygirls]

Yes, I am so lucky to have it. That would be cool!

[@jimmymalone3494]

Great job Coris & Katie I enjoyed so much have great Week and Bless you too.

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you!

[@jimmymalone3494]

@@thepressleygirls Your Welcome.

[@snowwhite4545]

I love you guys...greeting from Sydney, Australia 🤩😘🥰💌

[@thepressleygirls]

Hello! 🙏🥰

[@csnanny1882]

Hey you girls are putting me to sleep, you are just so wonderful. All I can say I love ya. ❤

[@ronniehahn1885]

Great string bending excellent fiddle! Love Cories shoes! Dont be self conscience. People call my shoes Popeyes best. Not because of the shoe but because my foots so wide they look out of porportion. 👍

[@thepressleygirls]

Thank you! 🙏💕

[@joncothranphotography9375]

Wonderful stuff! Thanks for letting us sit in on the show!