The Dillards with Maggie Peterson Aka The Darlin Boys with Charlene Singing" There is a Time". This song was written by the Dillards and is a well known song.
She made that song. I've heard others do it justice, but it was really Maggie's/"Charlene's" song forever more. Never forgotten that song since I first saw them sing it on the Andy Griffith Show when I was a little tacker. RIP Maggie. Country, and Bluegrass music will be poorer without her.
I was lucky enough to meet the Dillards and Maggie Petersen at a TV taping in Nashville many years ago. They were so gracious, and Maggie was just as sweet as she could be! Then in 1980 I saw Doug Dillard again at a Christmas party at John Hartford's house. I mentioned how much I loved this song, and their performance on the "Andy Griffith Show." He offered to send me a tape, which he did. That's where I learned the third verse. Absolutely the most beautiful bluegrass song ever written. Doug and John are sadly missed. But just imagine the jam session going on in heaven.
This Song Brought Tears To My Eyes As A Child The Very First Time I Heard It On The Andy Griffith Show Over Fifty Years Ago, And As An African American Child I Learned That All Music Is Beautiful And I Longed To See Those Mountains And Valleys That They Came From. Appalachia Is One Of My Favorite Topics. Music Must Be Taught In Our Schools Churches And Homes Because It Is More Apart Of Us Than We Know, RIP To The People Who Brought Us And Taught Us.🕊🕊🕊
Makes cry and wish my Wife was still alive. She died of a heart attack at 48. Heart problem on her Father's side. We use to walk through the field and woods behind us.
I always wished Andy had married Charlene. She was cute as a button, could sing like an angel, and just imagine how much fun the episodes with the in-laws would have been.
*She was 15 years her senior.* Andy Griffith would've been scorned by all American women everywhere he went. And Fred MacMurray would've played Matlock.
@@hulkhatepunybanner I didn't realize he was that much older than her. You could be right, then. Still, the family reunion shows would have been fun. :)
❤a hauntingly beautiful song about life,love,and dying.I remember watching the Dillard's and Maggie sing it on the Andy Griffith show when I was a kid.
I was blessed to see Maggie and Rodney Dillard, one of the Darling Boys, in a concert in the Andy Griffith's theater at Mayberry days in Mt Airy, NC, yesterday. One of the best shows I have ever seen.
No one can or ever will be able sing this song with the magic that Maggie can weave into it and no other band will ever be able to play it as genuinely and beautifully as the Dillards. Together they simply own it.
I loved her on Andy Griffith show. She sang it back then. Really good song. Sad we have to get old. I wish the good lord could keep us young forever. But. Let his will be done
I located the complete lyric to the Dillard's original - "There is a time." - The final verse was not done in the TV broadcast - so I had never heard it before. Maggie has added it in this rendition - "So do your roaming in the springtime / And you'll find your love in the summer sun / The frost will come and bring the harvest / And you can sleep when day is done." It is a vital part of the message of this tune. It was good to see Rodney, Doug and the Dillard boys show they had emotions in real life. Though I had seen them perform before. "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. 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. So do your roaming in the springtime / And you'll find your love in the summer sun / The frost will come and bring the harvest / And you can sleep when day is done." This is a link to the song as broadcast years ago - ua-cam.com/video/mzQQibgciRY/v-deo.html
After their stint as the Darlins, I first saw the Dillard's live in the late 70s, and again in the 80s at the old KFC Fest in Louisville KY--- They were always razzed about their (acting) on Andy Griffith!!!! Great band
I'm 44 now, been rewatching the entire Andy Griffith show again on Amazon Prime. I've been playing guitar since I was 17 and when these guys come on its amazing! I could tell right away they weren't actors just faking the playing, I knew it was the other way around. She still has a great voice, it's nice to see them still doing these songs. She's so beautiful on the show, I was hoping Andy took her as a gf so we'd see her more...not to be.
I'm seeing your comment years down the road but this song gives me chills as soon as she starts to sing. This song reminds me of my grandparents, who I once watched the Andy Griffith Show with.
@horseman528 The hair-raising harmonies that are strung and sung, down to their children and grandchildren. "I can't die, we got us another toddler needs taught his voice. Tenor? Alto? And will she want the mandolin or the banjo? I can't go till I know."
"That'n makes you cry pa." "Well, I'll fight it!" It is said the Dillards got together and wrote this for Maggie. True or not, Maggie OWNS this song! "Well, I believe that's the purtiest thing I ever heard." I agree.
It’s true from this 40 year old youngster who roamed the mountains of New Mexico and eventually made my way to Texas (I’d like to think I’m a youngster). It’s just gorgeous. Brings me to tears tbh
the episode that she sings this song is one of my favorites. Because of this song and her. Maggie you have a beautiful voice. The Darlings episodes were the best. My family always loved the music and the charaters made us laugh also
I love this. So sad that Doug passed away in 2012. The Dillards really paved the way for bands like the Eagles and the like. They were one of the first bluegrass folk bands to electrify their instruments. A lot of new territory was charted by the Dillards. A shame more people don't know more about them.
Doug had a touch on a banjo like no other. And nobody can sing it like Maggie. They really set the standards of what Bluegrass music is today. I'm glad they were able to do this before Doug passed. Thankyou for posting.
This song is epic. The lyrics are beautiful and have so much meaning. I like the different versions of it Andy used on the show, especially the slow tempo one. My all time favourite sitcom, my mother and I used to watch together back in the 60's n 70's. What memories. Still very special to me. Thanks for the post.
I grew up on the Andy Griffith show, which not a lot of 18 year Olds can say, watched it every night with my grandma and now watch with my mom...I've been hooked on this song since the first time I heard it and its just my absolute favourite
Aspeach I'm pretty sure all my kids will grow up on Andy Griffith and Leave it to Beaver. I already own the box set of Leave it to Beaver, eventually I'll buy the Andy Griffith box set. For now it's on Netflix, besides, I'm 14 and don't plan on having kids for at least another 6 years.
+Ponyboy Curtis ive grown watching andy griffith, the first time i heard this song i loved it, as did a lot of other people, apparently. now, im 17 and i would like to note the fact that you somehow got the name ponyboy. you lucked out that nobody else did. That's one of my favorite books.
yeah I can't watch andy anymore because I have seen every episode. but I do tape the ones with the dillards and Maggie--because I am such a big bluegrass fan. this song is just a tearjerker.
Same. I'm 25 now and still will play it on repeat so many times. My dad had my brother and I watching it since we were in diapers. Beautiful show, beautiful song.
This concert took place in August 2009 in Troy North Carolina. Yes that is Doug Dillard. As of 2010 Doug does not travel with Rodney and now the band is called The Rodney Dillard band. They will be back in Troy this August. Come see us.
I also grew up watching this show, but never heard this. Introduced my grandkids to this show and they love the Darlings. Just heard this song for the very first time and had to look it up and see all about it. It is just beautiful and it was educational to see it’s history, who wrote it and who’s still singing it. I can’t wait to show this episode to my girls!!!
I remember watching Andy show with my mom when I was like 5. This song always made me cry I don’t know why. N I’m only 24 years old n it still makes me sad
I was a big fan of The Andy Griffith Show and its gentle humor. But those episodes with The Darlings (The Dillards) were extra special. It was real Bluegrass music by real musicians and also gave Andy a chance to play with them and demonstrate his own musical talents. Everyone who is inspired by a type of music has to hear it first and this was great exposure for many kids growing up all across the US. The other place for Bluegrass on TV was The Beverly Hillbillies with that theme from Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs and their appearances on the show. One kid from New York City, Béla Fleck, became interested in the banjo from that TV show and he’s had quite the career since then!
This is such a beautiful song.... I have always loved it, and although it's performed wonderfully by The Dillards, I think Maggie adds a most beautiful voice to it.
I have loved this song since I heard as a boy.it is beautiful and now that I'm 65yrs old it has a different more meloncoly beauty.makes me yearn for times that are gone forever..
I need to dry my eyes.my wife of 43yrs and I have found comfort in this song(with charlien singing)many times.and as she says winters coming and we have built our fire against the cold..im going to wake her and confess my love for her again.thank you charlien.much love and gratitude for your voice and choice of music
Enjoy listening to this. Saw the "Darlings" on Andy Griffith years ago....When it was a prime time show. Love it. Love the Darlings and everyone. Many thanks to "The Dillards" who were actually the Darling Family. Love Maggie Peterson. You still have it girl.
Now that Rodney is the only one left, I hope some talented band and singer comes along to keep this song alive, otherwise, it will become little more than a memory
RIP Maggie Peterson “Charlene”. You brought such joy with your character and performances.
RIP Maggie. You’ll always live on in our hearts
She was so great on the show. Gorgeous girl.
She made that song. I've heard others do it justice, but it was really Maggie's/"Charlene's" song forever more. Never forgotten that song since I first saw them sing it on the Andy Griffith Show when I was a little tacker. RIP Maggie.
Country, and Bluegrass music will be poorer without her.
Just like Mr. Darlin, I always cry when I hear this song. It's just too beautiful.
Time goes so fast.
Whenever it comes up in my bluegrass/country playlist at work, I always need to step out of the room for a minute to compose myself.
Ms Peterson passed away yesterday according the info on the internet. She was a great singer. Now she and her late husband are together. RIP. Maggie!
I was lucky enough to meet the Dillards and Maggie Petersen at a TV taping in Nashville many years ago. They were so gracious, and Maggie was just as sweet as she could be! Then in 1980 I saw Doug Dillard again at a Christmas party at John Hartford's house. I mentioned how much I loved this song, and their performance on the "Andy Griffith Show." He offered to send me a tape, which he did. That's where I learned the third verse. Absolutely the most beautiful bluegrass song ever written. Doug and John are sadly missed. But just imagine the jam session going on in heaven.
*Maggie Peterson was such a sweetheart. I was so sad to hear that had died.*
Aww Paw, that song always makes me cry
This Song Brought Tears To My Eyes As A Child The Very First Time I Heard It On The Andy Griffith Show Over Fifty Years Ago, And As An African American Child I Learned That All Music Is Beautiful And I Longed To See Those Mountains And Valleys That They Came From. Appalachia Is One Of My Favorite Topics. Music Must Be Taught In Our Schools Churches And Homes Because It Is More Apart Of Us Than We Know, RIP To The People Who Brought Us And Taught Us.🕊🕊🕊
Well said -- amen!
RIP Charlene, Thanks for your music!....
Rip Maggie your singing with the angels now .
My Favorite song from the Andy Griffith show! Rest in Peace Maggie, Andy and Don...We all miss you dearly 💔
Iconic. Beautiful. America.
She was always "Darlin;". Cute as a button, Rest in peace dear lady.
Makes cry and wish my Wife was still alive. She died of a heart attack at 48. Heart problem on her Father's side. We use to walk through the field and woods behind us.
Bless you, and I pray you have loved ones around you!
I'm so sorry may she rest in peace
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be 48 in a few months.
So sorry for your loss.
She is alive and happy my friend . Thought it is hard for us she would want you to be strong and join her in heaven when when this life ends . ❤
I always wished Andy had married Charlene. She was cute as a button, could sing like an angel, and just imagine how much fun the episodes with the in-laws would have been.
*She was 15 years her senior.* Andy Griffith would've been scorned by all American women everywhere he went.
And Fred MacMurray would've played Matlock.
@@hulkhatepunybanner I didn't realize he was that much older than her. You could be right, then. Still, the family reunion shows would have been fun. :)
Yes Helen I thought was cold , never thought she was right for Andy
Never thought of that but a great idea
What ever happened to Ellie, the first girl he was interested in? The pharmacist?
I was just watching Andy Griffith when they sang this beautiful song and decided to look on here for it. Great song and beautiful lady.
❤a hauntingly beautiful song about life,love,and dying.I remember watching the Dillard's and Maggie sing it on the Andy Griffith show when I was a kid.
I was blessed to see Maggie and Rodney Dillard, one of the Darling Boys, in a concert in the Andy Griffith's theater
at Mayberry days in Mt Airy, NC, yesterday. One of the best shows I have ever seen.
America was much more innocent and far freer during the Andy Griffith years. Sad to hear of Charlene's passing. Sorry to see America's soon passing.
well said, be hopeful, though it is hard.
awe paw that one makes you cry. damn it il fight it
Marlow Dorrough
He says, "Then I'll fight it."
He does not swear, I promise
thats right. hahaha. he made me laugh so hard when he said that. amazing song
Lol watching that episode now!
No one can or ever will be able sing this song with the magic that Maggie can weave into it and no other band will ever be able to play it as genuinely and beautifully as the Dillards. Together they simply own it.
I loved her on Andy Griffith show. She sang it back then. Really good song. Sad we have to get old. I wish the good lord could keep us young forever. But. Let his will be done
The tears and remembrance of the youth . Thank you !
This song has a deeper meaning these 50+ years later. I can't fight it...
It has a deep beyond its time sound. Sounds so much like a folksy Irish haunting melody I once heard. I love it
Maggie passed away 5/15
@@davidchildress6432 R.I.P Maggie Peterson
There comes a time has its roots as an old Irish folk song---
I located the complete lyric to the Dillard's original - "There is a time." - The final verse was not done in the TV broadcast - so I had never heard it before. Maggie has added it in this rendition - "So do your roaming in the springtime / And you'll find your love in the summer sun / The frost will come and bring the harvest / And you can sleep when day is done."
It is a vital part of the message of this tune. It was good to see Rodney, Doug and the Dillard boys show they had emotions in real life. Though I had seen them perform before.
"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.
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.
So do your roaming in the springtime / And you'll find your love in the summer sun / The frost will come and bring the harvest / And you can sleep when day is done." This is a link to the song as broadcast years ago - ua-cam.com/video/mzQQibgciRY/v-deo.html
After their stint as the Darlins, I first saw the Dillard's live in the late 70s, and again in the 80s at the old KFC Fest in Louisville KY--- They were always razzed about their (acting) on Andy Griffith!!!!
Great band
I left home. 3 times to Cali. I’m home now where I belong. In the woods with the geese
I'm 44 now, been rewatching the entire Andy Griffith show again on Amazon Prime. I've been playing guitar since I was 17 and when these guys come on its amazing! I could tell right away they weren't actors just faking the playing, I knew it was the other way around. She still has a great voice, it's nice to see them still doing these songs. She's so beautiful on the show, I was hoping Andy took her as a gf so we'd see her more...not to be.
I loved this song watching them sing it on the Andy Griffith Show. Charlene is just adorable.
...Maggie still has every bit of her voice...and she's still pretty too...
Definitely!
R.I.P., Maggie Peterson, 1941-2022.
I'm seeing your comment years down the road but this song gives me chills as soon as she starts to sing. This song reminds me of my grandparents, who I once watched the Andy Griffith Show with.
@@hannawhite5586 ...I grew up with The Andy Griffith Show...it will always be a favorite with me...thanks for your comment...
😭 R.I.P. Charlene!!! 🌹
Those folks are old of their physical bodies, but there is something in them that is forever young.
@horseman528 The hair-raising harmonies that are strung and sung, down to their children and grandchildren. "I can't die, we got us another toddler needs taught his voice. Tenor? Alto? And will she want the mandolin or the banjo? I can't go till I know."
Like Mr. Darlin........I need to dry my eyes
+Jeff R. I tried to fight it!
Wow - a national treasure! Only a couple originals besides Maggie here, most are gone now. But not forgotten!
"That'n makes you cry pa." "Well, I'll fight it!" It is said the Dillards got together and wrote this for Maggie. True or not, Maggie OWNS this song! "Well, I believe that's the purtiest thing I ever heard." I agree.
Now that I am older, this song makes me cry...I can't fight it.
Sad to hear of Maggie's passing. She was one of my favorites!
Yes, there is a time. Enjoy singing in those greener forests Maggie. Rest peacefully dear. ❤
RIP, dear Maggie.
R.I.P. Maggie.....It was your time....
This song hits home for all of us older folks who left home and roamed.
So true coming from a Georgia man living in Kansas.
It’s true from this 40 year old youngster who roamed the mountains of New Mexico and eventually made my way to Texas (I’d like to think I’m a youngster). It’s just gorgeous. Brings me to tears tbh
Yes, taking it to heart these days after first hearing them on TV over 50 years ago
This is one of favorite Appalachian songs of all time. It’s so hauntingly beautiful.
The Dillards really were on the forefront of progressive bluegrass.
They had a huge influence on the Eagles and Linda Ronstadt.
"But that one always makes you cry Pa"
RIP Maggie Peterson
Beautiful Song. Heard it on The Andy Griffith Show, (like everyone else here, I believe.
This brings back memories of my late Wife. I miss her.
She's listening to it with you.
I wish you well.
But Pa, That one makes ya Cry !...... I'll Fight it !!!! lol
soon as she started singing i got chills
This shall be played at my funeral. What a wonderful tune! Thank you so much!
One of the most haunting songs I've ever heard. Really amazing.
My children are all out exploring the world, so this song means so much to me.
Wow!!! She could still kill it!!! Love it!
Tuned in to see Maggie Peterson after all these years, and I was amazed to see she how much she still resembles her young self.
The song reflects their journey.
the episode that she sings this song is one of my favorites. Because of this song and her. Maggie you have a beautiful voice. The Darlings episodes were the best. My family always loved the music and the charaters made us laugh also
Great song Maggie sounds as good as she did when it was first performed on the show.
Such a sweet video of Maggie Peterson and the Dillards singing an absolutely beautiful song ❤❤❤
She still dresses the same exact way...like a descent lady..nice to see that for a change.
I’m loving this!! And I believe his story of following her as baby ducks; who wouldn’t follow her?
Thank You Dillards and Maggie for the memories
Love this song. And Maggie's rendition. The Dillards playing perfects it.
This is one of my favorite songs and they do it soooo well! Love it!
I love this. So sad that Doug passed away in 2012. The Dillards really paved the way for bands like the Eagles and the like. They were one of the first bluegrass folk bands to electrify their instruments. A lot of new territory was charted by the Dillards. A shame more people don't know more about them.
Doug had a touch on a banjo like no other. And nobody can sing it like Maggie. They really set the standards of what Bluegrass music is today. I'm glad they were able to do this before Doug passed. Thankyou for posting.
This song is epic. The lyrics are beautiful and have so much meaning. I like the different versions of it Andy used on the show, especially the slow tempo one. My all time favourite sitcom, my mother and I used to watch together back in the 60's n 70's. What memories. Still very special to me. Thanks for the post.
This is a world wide hit. This has a Irish folky sound.
That is some real talent there. Great Song, Singing, Playing!! A true Poet who wrote this.
I grew up on the Andy Griffith show, which not a lot of 18 year Olds can say, watched it every night with my grandma and now watch with my mom...I've been hooked on this song since the first time I heard it and its just my absolute favourite
Aspeach
I'm pretty sure all my kids will grow up on Andy Griffith and Leave it to Beaver. I already own the box set of Leave it to Beaver, eventually I'll buy the Andy Griffith box set. For now it's on Netflix, besides, I'm 14 and don't plan on having kids for at least another 6 years.
Aspeach Same here
+Ponyboy Curtis ive grown watching andy griffith, the first time i heard this song i loved it, as did a lot of other people, apparently. now, im 17 and i would like to note the fact that you somehow got the name ponyboy. you lucked out that nobody else did. That's one of my favorite books.
yeah I can't watch andy anymore because I have seen every episode. but I do tape the ones with the dillards and Maggie--because I am such a big bluegrass fan. this song is just a tearjerker.
Same. I'm 25 now and still will play it on repeat so many times. My dad had my brother and I watching it since we were in diapers. Beautiful show, beautiful song.
This has always been my favorite song.
A amazing voice and a beautiful song.
This concert took place in August 2009 in Troy North Carolina. Yes that is Doug Dillard. As of 2010 Doug does not travel with Rodney and now the band is called The Rodney Dillard band. They will be back in Troy this August. Come see us.
Sometimes you just have to stop and appreciate such beauty. What a wonderful post thank you for posting this!
One of the most beautiful songs ever written.
I noticed that smile that Maggie had and that beautiful voice
Loved this song on Andy Griffith and all those years after. Very cool.
Luv this blue grass song sad cause it reminds one of how time passes so fast rip Maggie 😢❤
Maggie Peterson is just an amazeing person and a lovely singer.. I really enjoy this song.. thank you for posting :)
Watching this episode on Andy Griffith right now...this song is beautifully done, makes me cry :(
I also grew up watching this show, but never heard this. Introduced my grandkids to this show and they love the Darlings. Just heard this song for the very first time and had to look it up and see all about it. It is just beautiful and it was educational to see it’s history, who wrote it and who’s still singing it. I can’t wait to show this episode to my girls!!!
I remember watching Andy show with my mom when I was like 5. This song always made me cry I don’t know why. N I’m only 24 years old n it still makes me sad
Such a great tune and group!❤
I was a big fan of The Andy Griffith Show and its gentle humor. But those episodes with The Darlings (The Dillards) were extra special. It was real Bluegrass music by real musicians and also gave Andy a chance to play with them and demonstrate his own musical talents.
Everyone who is inspired by a type of music has to hear it first and this was great exposure for many kids growing up all across the US. The other place for Bluegrass on TV was The Beverly Hillbillies with that theme from Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs and their appearances on the show. One kid from New York City, Béla Fleck, became interested in the banjo from that TV show and he’s had quite the career since then!
Andy was just ad-libbing playing on the show but he could really play the guitar.
This is such a beautiful song.... I have always loved it, and although it's performed wonderfully by The Dillards, I think Maggie adds a most beautiful voice to it.
I have loved this song since I heard as a boy.it is beautiful and now that I'm 65yrs old it has a different more meloncoly beauty.makes me yearn for times that are gone forever..
I need to dry my eyes.my wife of 43yrs and I have found comfort in this song(with charlien singing)many times.and as she says winters coming and we have built our fire against the cold..im going to wake her and confess my love for her again.thank you charlien.much love and gratitude for your voice and choice of music
And now both Doug and Andy have passed on. May the rest in peace high on that mountain. Thanks for this.
I keep switching back and forth between this version and the original. The passage of time as described in the song becomes very real.
Rip Maggie Peterson! such a beautiful voice now gone 🥺♥️ she was my favorite part of the Andy Griffin show
R.I.P. Maggie!
Enjoy listening to this. Saw the "Darlings" on Andy Griffith years ago....When it was a prime time show. Love it. Love the Darlings and everyone. Many thanks to "The Dillards" who were actually the Darling Family. Love Maggie Peterson. You still have it girl.
RIP Maggie.
I love the dillards
Now that Rodney is the only one left, I hope some talented band and singer comes along to keep this song alive, otherwise, it will become little more than a memory
The best song Maggie Peterson & the Dillards made together.
Amazing talent
Great song. Priceless. I love TAGS, Charlene & all the Darlings
This song makes me cry. Touches the soul. Love you Ms. Maggie ❤️
I had no idea this happened. Glad I got to see it here! Thanks!
Beautiful lyrics. Beautiful melody.
Fantastic musical performance !
Fantastic musical performance !
This song hits close to home.