Peter Allen "Tenterfield Saddler" from Peter Allen in Concert TV Special Sydney 1977

[@iandibley8032]

A simply beautifully written & preformed song ... I am a bit of an old fart but this song gets to me. Every time I travel though Tenterfield I look out for the Saddler's shop ..makes one think.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Great comment!😀

[@Nacho-Mamma]

It's been decades since I last listened to this song. But, about a year ago it appeared in my feed after searching for "Don't Cry Out Loud". Although I understood the connection between both songs & artist, I didn't understand why it was in my feed until I listened to it all these years later. I needed to cry! It's just that simple. The lyrics tell a sad but beautiful story accompanied by a beautiful melody. Peter Allen knew just how to capture & hold your attention. Thank you, Peter.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Very true. Thanks for your nice comment!

[@LPJack02]

RIP Peter Allen (February 10, 1944 - June 18, 1992), aged 48 You will be remembered as a legend.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

🤗

[@roberthamilton-om4pb]

At the time he was active I didn’t pay too much notice but after living in the New England area twice over 2 decades and visiting Tenterfield I lament that I never went to see him. A legend in the true sense of the word that I hope won’t slip through the cracks of musical and cultural history.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

At least you have gotten to Tenterfield. Thanks for your comment:)

[@anAngelisHard2find]

A GREAT thing just happened to me as I listened to this recording.........it is the ABSOLUTE PERFECT version that I listened to as a teenager in the 1970s.....listening to this concert which must have been broadcast for Australian listeners.....I have not been able to figure out which concert I may have listened to at that time, on that day. As all typical people back then, I had a cassette tape recorder with the old ribbon tapes. I recorded each song as it was played, including ALL the conversation, jokes and patter that Peter Allen gleamingly gave so generously to his audience. I listened to that tape for a thousand times. His patter was unbelievable. So open, humorous and innocently, blatantly, radiantly bold. I could just imagine him as a boy, he would have been the same. So I guess that as an adult he kept his inner child visible for all of us to love. I know that he received terrible discrimination as a young boy for his difference and his unique talents and style. I can only feel so proud that the world came to honour his unique differences and what he shared with us for such a short time. We must respect difference because it's the difference that makes the special and the unique, the bold and the amazing.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Thank you for your wonderful comment!🎶

[@Frankiarmz]

Thank you for sharing ! He left us with some wonderful gifts !

[@corriesmiley4315]

OH SO TRUE. I AM SO GLAD I READ WHAT YOU WROTE.

[@iandibley8032]

​@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen Well written and so very true ,Peter Allen was such a talented gifted man, and Australia is the better for it. Thank you

[@nataliekay3959]

So true, and Beautifully put!🥰 He was SUCH an INCREDIBLE Talent! Witty, Quick, and a little cheeky and naughty!🥰 Wish I had have been old enough to see him live before we lost him!😨 Went to Boy From Oz though, and loved it! Todd McKinney was Perfect and Brilliant in it!❤ Brought Peter back to the Stage!🥰👍

[@karenhawkes4685]

I just visited the Tenterfield Saddler on our Road Trip to Do House Sitting. I bought a Tea Towel & a Badge. I Love this Song !! Thankyou ❤️

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Visiting there is on my bucket list! So glad you've been there and enjoyed it.

[@karenhawkes4685]

@@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen Tenterfield is a Great Country Town. We visited every Op Shop & Antique Shop - we had an Awesome time there. Love the History. I hope You get to Visit the Saddler. 👍💚

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Sounds like fun!!! 😀 I will definitely have to visit someday!

[@GregoryMurphy-b4v]

A really great song by a really great Australian musician that left us all way to soon.😢

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

You are so right.

[@leannemayor5755]

I was 13 and my brother and sister worked at the regent theatre Sydney . I went 4 times to see him and each time it was emotional and a thrill . He was a fantastic entertainer. My biggest memory as I sat and wait for my brother and sister ,I’d see him head out long after the crowd had gone. He had a bandanna on his head and I remember having goose bumps but to shy to ask for an autograph , the world lost and incredible human being . I also got to see Liza as well and so man6 more entertainers. I was a lucky young girl , love you Peter ❤

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Wow, what a wonderful story! 😊

[@brendo1971]

Just so special, wish I could have seen him!

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Me too!!!

[@bennuballbags2]

He sing this in the year I was born. I think this song is one of the saddest and beautiful songs ive ever heard, thank you Peter for the music that formed my childhood.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Thanks for watching:)

[@Assassinbro69]

Why does this Song make me cry , omg right

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

😭

[@bobcorkill7970]

Just been watching different videos of Peter Allen. Forgotten how special he was.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Welcome to our club and enjoy his magical videos!😀

[@genejohnson5530]

I have listened to this song many times as i drive along country roads. It just makes the trip go by much more nicely. The guy was so talented. Thanks for the music. 😊

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

What a nice comment!🚗🎶

[@venderstrat]

Brilliant. Bloody brilliant.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

You got that right!👍😎

[@Pablo668]

Fantastic composer, musician and performer. Definitely gone too soon. Tim Freedman said in a documentary about Australian music that, despite the time and place of his birth and upbringing, he made it through on talent and force of personality.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Nothing was going to stop him from doing what he wanted to do in life.

[@SigridRaldiris]

Me, a wonderful song. 😂🎉 Now is when I understand the real meaning and make me feel inspired and new!❤🎉

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

That's great! 😊

[@anongoingseries13]

Peter Allen always makes me cry and he is not even living. The crying is with such wonderful joy. What a unique perfect talent who left us way too young. Nonetheless he left us with gold. As always thanks to youtube for making this all possible. This presentation is the definition of quality!

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

This is pure solid gold entertainment!😃📀

[@margaretrodham6815]

Wow I feel I have just stepped into a Time Machine and it's taken me back to 1972. When I listen to this song it makes me cry because it reminds me of a time in my life that was less stressful. I miss you Peter Allen you were taken to soon. RIP.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Yes, life can be very stressful and it goes by so fast.

[@alister_grigg]

Years ago I took the New England Highway on a trip because of this song. Seeing the town and remembering Peter Allen at his finest puts the story in perspective. Thanks for posting this.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Great story! Thanks so much for sharing:)

[@kayelle8005]

My favourite Peter Allen song. This is a perfect performance.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Thanks KayElle!!!😃

[@PianoCeleb]

Wonderful

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@heidisheridan5948]

Thank you Peter! This is so beautiful ❤

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

💗😃

[@royalmint7831]

Made music,sung songs at the top of his game that will be around forever

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

You got that right!

[@markwilken2492]

Mum always played this in the car when we were kids. You just took me back thirty years! Thanks heaps!

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Your mum had good taste in music!🎵😀

[@Ediesvids]

Weeping with joy

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

🤗

[@TheVineyarder]

I went to Peter's concert called "Up In One" on Broadway-a great night

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

It sounds like a great show. I have the "Up in One" TV special he did in Australia on this channel as well.

[@steevo211]

I love Australiana now.. sounds strange to outsiders, but this now, for us.. this is as mind Destroying as it is therapeutic. ❤️

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

👍🇦🇺❤

[@Wedget]

A beautiful tear jerker song, amazing talent gone way too soon, thankyou for the upload.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Thanks for your nice comment!😀

[@davidcoombes-pearce4533]

He was huge talent

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

He certainly was!

[@2009mysha]

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

It's a memorable song!

[@FrankFord-my6qo]

What a great man beautiful music

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

It certainly is!

[@carolinegodden4364]

Glorious

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

It really is!

[@freedomforassange]

Man, this song gets me every time!

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

:)

[@freedomforassange]

@@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllenIt’s a great song on its own but when you know the backstory, it’s a whole new level

[@TrevorDuffie]

The ultimate performer

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Indeed!😀

[@misternikon]

His song was so sad and so beautiful. I was lucky enough to see him twice. Radio City Music Hall, where he gave the high kicking Rockettes a run for their money. Also at Carnegie Hall. After that concert my girlfriend and I went to the Russian Tea Room. Peter was there and I went over and shook his hand. I simply said, “Thank you. Thank you so much.” He smiled at me and said, “That's so kind of you to say that. I hope you enjoyed the show”. I said it was even better than when you danced with the Rockettes. He really laughed and said, “I really gave them some competition.” I replied, “You were so far ahead of them it wasn't even funny.” He laughed again and said, “I really appreciate your stopping by.” I said “I will remember this as long as I live.” He smiled. I smiled. And though it's been 40+ years since then, I remember every word and feeling.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

What a wonderful story! Thank you so much for sharing it. 😃

[@jodiegeorgiou7840]

Beautiful ❤

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

It certainly is a beauty!

[@mehmeterkan2652]

HE IS VERY GOOD TALENT AND GREAT AUSTRALIAN. .R.I.P. .

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

👍🎵💗

[@matthewbattye5343]

My God was he talented.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

You got that right Matthew!

[@ARQtoBR]

GOD BLESS AUSTRALIA ALWAYS !!!

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

🇦🇺

[@shanesydney127]

Peter Allen an icon would fit in so well even today made it to the top of Hollywood royalty marries Judy garlands daughter, lived next door to the Kennedy's in Hyannis Port and was gay. What a personality and amazing person he was. I hope generations take a look at his life remember him as an Australian always. 'song I still call Australia home's that's him ❤🏆👍🇦🇺

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

He knew Ethel Kennedy, but I don't think him and Liza had a place in Hyannis Port. They did have a small apartment in NYC.

[@shanesydney127]

@@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen your right Judy Garland was a neighbour One time maybe Miami beach house ? But thankyou for your posts 👍🇦🇺

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Thanks! 😀

[@fireskycam9889]

Thank you Peter.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

😀

[@bernadettelanders7306]

Beautiful - lovely memories. Was just watching an Aussie tv series called Back Roads. One episode was about Tenterfield. 💞

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

That was a good episode! I've shared it on the channel.

[@bernadettelanders7306]

@@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen probably where I’ve watched it in here from your vid, after watching the series on TV. I love Back Roads.

[@guygriffin3490]

Thanks - great to see that full out ! Lovely performance.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Glad you enjoyed it! It is a nice one - very soft and quiet, yet totally effective.

[@jasoncrombie9754]

If Peter Allen can turn the tragic death of his dad into a beautiful song, I think we can all find something good to do with our trauma. Corny, I know, but I believe it.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

It's not corny at all. It's like the old saying of turning lemons into lemonade.🍋

[@christopherdale7017]

I really get inspired by this song I wish they had performed it at the Sydney Olympics at either opening or closing ceremonies.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

That would have been something!

[@waynemanley7039]

What an incredible life. Super

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Thanks!!!👍

[@matthewbattye5343]

Except in this Song.... this guy was a musical genius with a heart for the outsider and irony. He could have been a sailor in a bigger sea.❤

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

What a wonderful comment!😃

[@venderstrat]

I like the old Bandstand vids with the Allen brothers.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

There are quite a few Bandstand videos of the Allen Bros. on this channel. 👍

[@venderstrat]

@@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen I shall check them out.

[@robvalinoti]

a great song😎

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Definitely!😀

[@TheTjnewell]

beautiful

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

It sure is!

[@aurtherbrunt241]

Super Star!

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

🌟

[@kirstenthomson9170]

Miss you Pete x

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

💗👍😀

[@AM-ni3sz]

This is the song

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Definitely!

[@alextorres9832]

Peter allen RIP 🎹

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

The one and only!🎶

[@blueskies1827]

Thanks!

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

No problem! Thanks for watching.😀

[@paulgrey8028]

A great Aussie song.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

It really is!

[@genejohnson5530]

Great story

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@genejohnson5530]

@@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen always loved this song. It's special

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

😊👍🎶💗

[@CraigTheCrooner]

Probably the only song I could never perform - it’s too moving and sad 😢

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

It is.

[@a.d.gerard9242]

💙

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

💚

[@tonyneal4716]

A beautiful song. He wrote some iconic melodies. I didn't appreciate his talent at the time.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

You do now and that's all that matters!😀

[@virginiakennedy1762]

💚💜😊

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

💖🤗

[@davidparris7167]

......''he married a girl with an interesting face''......an apt and perfect description of Liza Minnelli....

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Yeah, you can say that.

[@paulmunaro1505]

Morning australia

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Morning!

[@chillin127]

The late George woolnough Worked on High Street And lived on Manners 52 years he sat on his veranda And made his saddles And if you had questions About sheep or flowers or dogs You just ask the saddler He lived without sin They're building a library for him. Time is a traveller Tenterfield saddler turn your head Ride again Jackaroo Think I see kangaroo up ahead The son of George woolnough Went off and got married And had a war baby But something was wrong And it's easier to drink then go crazy And if there were questions about why The end was so sad Well George had no answers about why a son Ever has need of a gun. Time is a traveller Tenterfield saddler turn your head Ride again Jackaroo Think i see kangaroo up ahead The grandson of George Has been all around the world And lives no special place Changed his last name And he married a girl with an interesting face He'd almost forgotten them both Because in this life that he leads There's nowhere for George And his library Or the son with his gun To belong … except in this song. Time is a traveller Tenterfield saddler turn your head Ride again Jackaroo Think I see kangaroo up ahead Time is a medler Tenterfield saddler make your bed Fly away cookatoo Down on the ground emu up ahead Time is a tale teller Tenterfield saddler turn your head Ride again Jackaroo Think I see kangaroo up ahead

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Thanks for the lyrics.

[@clazza65]

I wonder if Peter ever visited the library ?

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Probably not.

[@eliothorowitz5627]

Married a girl with an interesting face...Liza

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

Gotta love Liza!👍

[@Gyory_Peter_Tamas]

[Three generations of "Allens":-Grandfather, George Walnow ;Father,???noname;Son,Peter] The late George Walnow worked on High Street, lived on Manon; For fifty-two years he sat on his verandah, making saddles;and if u had questions about sheep or flowers or dogs, you'd just ask the saddler, he lived without sin They're building a library for him. Chorus:) Time is a traveller TENTERFIELD SADDLER, turn your head;Ride again jackaroo, think i see kangaroos up ahead. V2. Son of George Walnow went off and got married and had a war baby;But something was wrong, & it's easier to drink than go crazy. And if there were questions about why the end was so sad, George had no answers 'bout why his son would ever have need of a gun. Chorus. Grandson of George has been all round the world and lives no special place;He changed his last name (Allen) ... And he married a girl with an interesting face (Liza Minelli) . He'd almost forgotten them both; Because in this life that he lives; There's nowhere George and his library or the son with a gun To belong, except in this song. Chorus. Time is a meddler. .. Make your bed. fly away cockatoo, think i see emu up ahead

[@Gyory_Peter_Tamas]

Down on the ground emu up ahead. Time is a tale-teller, Tenterfield saddler turn your head. ( Tenterfield is a town on the northern highlands of New South Wales in the New England region of that state;Australia). -

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

The last name was Woolnough.

[@Gyory_Peter_Tamas]

@@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen thanks for the correction:- Woolnough not Walnow.

[@freedomforassange]

@@Gyory_Peter_Tamas also, Peter’s father’s name was Richard John Woolnough. :)

[@venderstrat]

I know guitar chords, but he's going places I don't understand.

[@TheMusicMagicofPeterAllen]

That's the journey of it!