The pianist name was Mike Pretti from Texas. I took beginning piano from him at San Jacinto Jr. College. The thing I remember the most is how often he looked at his watch while I was playing.
Fantastic performance...Tommy Smothers had one of the best comedic poker-faces EVER! Playing the hapless moron was so natural to him, he was actually convincing. In reality, he was an extremely sharp individual who negotiated their contracts and worked for political causes, notably free speech. You go Tommy!
I remember seeing them when I was very young. But now that I am a classically trained musician -- vocal and piano -- I realize what significant talent they had as both musicians and comedy entertainers. 'Love this clip.
Tommy waving Dickie off to turn and confront the rogue pianist is one of those absolutely perfect comedy moments of all time. Plus, got to spend an hour or so chatting with Dick Smothers a while back and a nicer, gentler, more decent, humble, self-effacing man cannot be imagined. It was an honor to meet one of my legends and have him be so much better than I had imagined.
wow I grew up watching and loving these guys they helped me through an abusive childhood and gave me a reason to laugh if even for a half hour heroes of mine
I started playing guitar when I was 9. Learned a bunch of the Smother's songs - and my friends and I could recite their "bits". I was taken to see them in the early 60s at the Hollywood Bowl. I was blown away. RIP Tommy Smothers - you and your brother (whom your mom always liked best) really made an impact on a budding folksinger.
Proof that knowing how what's going to happen, when, doesn't effect enjoyment. Tom & Dick Smothers were consummate and precise performers who allowed audiences to appreciate the subtle blends of talents. I miss them.
We used to watch the Smothers Brothers weekly show back in the day. "Daniel Boone was a trailer and a tractor" had my father literally rolling on the floor holding his sides with laughter. They were--and are--such a talent.
this humor is funny whether you were born in the 20’s, 80’s, or 2000’s. these two are amazing. and it’s even better that they are genuinely wonderful at making music.
Musical comedy genius. Tommy sure could play a mean guitar, and Dick was a talented double bassist with a great voice..."That's why Mom always liked him best!".
Tommy Smothers is brilliant. One of the best. The timing between the two is point on. Dick is one of the best straight men there is. I used to watch their show until it's unfortunate end.
How funny was that show? I recall breaking a glass of soda I was drinking while watching it (think it was when Raquel Welch did the "You know what they say" skit as a guest).
Which one? They got fired by every network! And I don't say that to detract, but rather to celebrate their commitment and refusal to compromise their artistic integrity!
For those who think that modern kids won't like things like this, my 5 year old's hysterical giggles say otherwise. I think the problem is that modern kids aren't given the credit to be shown stuff like this and are usually fed loud, mindless, violent junk instead because someone keeps telling us all that that is all kids are capable of enjoying.
More comedic and musical perfection from the Brothers... And in this case the Boston Pops as well. Tommy is a comedic genius. I wonder if he'd a been a hit on his own, like Steve Martin, with his guitar? Or was it the brother act that made them so special?! I'll take it either way... I remember them doing Cabbage on an album in 67 or so when I was 9. Today at 62 and they're still going strong.. By the way they both haven't aged a day. Either great surgery or living clean lives of exemplary behavior! I'll choose the latter for my heroes.
I knew these guys were multi-talented, but never knew that they could sing so well. They are an American Institution. And sometimes Tom belonged in an institution. Love em.
Same here. I'm British too. I'd heard OF them, but I'd never HEARD them and didn't really know who they were. Like you, I've only discovered them because of CZcams and I'm glad I have.
They dared to protest the Nixon admin.and the Vietnam war and were censored often.CBS wouldn't allow the great Pete Seeger on the show because he was a communist.With the wars in the Middle East,history simply repeats itself over and over again and again.
the kids listen to the music of the day and think "they wish they were there for the 60's and 70's", well, wait till they get A load of this! Tommy and Dickie were so funny and their guests were "about hilarious" for the comedy hour. I think the "comedy hour" came shortly after the "cocktail hour"and what fun! check out when they had Jim Stafford on the show in Branson doing "classical gas". the clip is classical, and Jim Stafford is A gas!
OMG when I think of the old folks that have gone on before my generation who's memories have faded and didn't have a place like you tube to go and resurrect some of our good times and humour I feel so grateful and it is nice that the generations can enjoy and maybe understand that we laughed,giggled and were silly and we still laugh maybe not out loud but I for one enjoy the the joy of our younger generations
louiseA blood - We are fortunate that we have movies, CZcams, and audio recordings of those we grew up with. It helps make the ‘Golden Years’ more like Gold. 😉 Including some that were recorded even before I was born !!! 🙃 🙂
@@boraxsopanic2670 shut up man, without a doubt there’s more talent today, sheerly by the amount of people out there making music. Look at jacob collier, one of the most gifted musicians in history (and I say this as a musician myself), breaking barrier before our eyes
Their show is one of the fondest memories of TV in my early days. Thanks guys. The show was a must watch in our house and everybody watched. Their political commentary which tragically brought them down was much appreciated. I’m was so sorry when the heavies at CBS cancelled them unjustly.
I am SO glad a grew up when I did. It broke my heart when I had to explain to someone who the Smothers Brothers were! My favorite was the album "Kurb Your Tongue, Knave" and the song about all the church bells. I had it on an LP...remember those?
To those who pine for the simple pure entertainment of the good ol' days recall this: The show was cancelled as the Brothers were introducing political humor critical of Nixon, the Viet Nam War and racism. Ostensibly, the brothers were fired for not delivering tapes of their shows in time for preview by affiliates (i.e, to be censored), but what really did them in was using their prime time show to say something that mattered. Or try to. The show that was pulled by CBS and never shown, the one with the second comic sermonette by David Steinberg, ended with Tom acknowledging something no other prime-time TV was prepared to do that weekend. He noted the first anniversary of the murder of Martin Luther King, Jr., and said, "Let's hope his dream will someday come true."
Richard Hiller : So true what you are saying but they were trying to get the truth across to us during extremely difficult times. That’s what CBS didn’t like.
@@dennisgawera8788 ...their millions of viewers thought otherwise. They'd had political satire on it for quite some time and their viewership kept growing.
Mad Greek If your into these great musicians and comedians you can find them on DVD.they had there summer special with lots of great bands like the Beatles.whole family enjoyed them and never will forget these clowns.
Just remember folks, these guys were taken off the air because they used comedy to disagree with the war in Nam. Censorship at it's worst. These guys were the best.
The pianist name was Mike Pretti from Texas. I took beginning piano from him at San Jacinto Jr. College. The thing I remember the most is how often he looked at his watch while I was playing.
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No one makes me smile more than the Smothers Brothers. So much talent.
Fantastic performance...Tommy Smothers had one of the best comedic poker-faces EVER! Playing the hapless moron was so natural to him, he was actually convincing. In reality, he was an extremely sharp individual who negotiated their contracts and worked for political causes, notably free speech. You go Tommy!
One of the best shows and comedy duos. True comedians who could make you laugh without being vulgar pigs who curse every other word for a laugh!!!
With all the comedy and schtick, it's easy to overlook what a beautiful voice Dickie has.
So much fun, so much talent!!
And what an artist Tommy was...
I could watch this a thousand times and never grow old of it !
Who would've thought the duel was with a piano, not a banjo? Brilliantly executed! 😁
My Lordy how the pianist could make that piano talk. What a talent....and Tommy is very very talented guitarist. Great comedy. 🎶🎤🎶
You can never get tired of these guys , true talent!
Very talented performers, a pleasure to watch this.
They were great. It a shame that they don't make stuff like this now. This world is not getting better. Good music , good humor , clean and witty.
I remember seeing them when I was very young. But now that I am a classically trained musician -- vocal and piano -- I realize what significant talent they had as both musicians and comedy entertainers. 'Love this clip.
Todd, you have a very good name. Pls don't ever forget that.
Tommy waving Dickie off to turn and confront the rogue pianist is one of those absolutely perfect comedy moments of all time. Plus, got to spend an hour or so chatting with Dick Smothers a while back and a nicer, gentler, more decent, humble, self-effacing man cannot be imagined. It was an honor to meet one of my legends and have him be so much better than I had imagined.
wow I grew up watching and loving these guys they helped me through an abusive childhood and gave me a reason to laugh if even for a half hour heroes of mine
@@carolmaplesden916 GLAD you found them, GLAD you got 30 min of real humor, tastefully done, and an escape for awhile. Makes a difference.
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God, I miss their comedy! It was so, sooo funny!!!
I started playing guitar when I was 9. Learned a bunch of the Smother's songs - and my friends and I could recite their "bits". I was taken to see them in the early 60s at the Hollywood Bowl. I was blown away.
RIP Tommy Smothers - you and your brother (whom your mom always liked best) really made an impact on a budding folksinger.
I've watched this clip several dozen times now. The reaction when the pianist joins in makes me smile very time.
Proof that knowing how what's going to happen, when, doesn't effect enjoyment. Tom & Dick Smothers were consummate and precise performers who allowed audiences to appreciate the subtle blends of talents. I miss them.
Such classy, intelligent, talented and entertaining performers. The world needs more like them.
These brothers were and always will be the greatest!! Thank you for your MANY talents!!!❤️🇺🇸🙏🏻👩👩👧👧🍀🎶
Linda Ronstadt sings this song WONDERFULLY.
I remember watching this first run. Thank you for sharing.
That is good entertainment
Always one two of my favorites. Still laugh, and appreciate the music. I know I am older, but I sure miss this kind of entertainment.
They are great; great harmonies, great musicians, great comedians. Loved their show, never missed it.
What a brilliant act they were. Loved them for years.
Boy, Tom Smothers sure had a beautiful voice. I guess I'd forgotten, or never appreciated it as a kid.
We used to watch the Smothers Brothers weekly show back in the day. "Daniel Boone was a trailer and a tractor" had my father literally rolling on the floor holding his sides with laughter. They were--and are--such a talent.
A Wonderful classic duo that brought the American essence of our folk music to the ears and hearts of the world!
This was another super duper act. Their comedic & musical talents continue to excite & amaze me. They were unique.
That was both awesome and hysterical, all at the same time!
If they made a list of Top 10 musical comedy duos, these guys would be in the Top 3 no problem!! Pure, unadulterated genius all the way through.
I enjoyed these guys so much both for their music and humor that i miss this kind of performance these days.
There just isn't ANYTHING EVEN CLOSE!!!
Love this. Never heard of a piano/strings duo. Great!
Forgot how funny these guys were. Love this - never saw it before.
Brilliant - simply brilliant!
this humor is funny whether you were born in the 20’s, 80’s, or 2000’s. these two are amazing. and it’s even better that they are genuinely wonderful at making music.
They were so gifted blending musical talent and humor. With creativity in difficult times. Thankyou Tom and Dick for the memories!
These guys were pure gold.
You will have dried up and blown away soon enough.
@Ho Chi Minh was a mass-murderer Screw you.
I wish we had shows like this on TV now-a-days.
onakachitsu82 me too, today's stuff is 99% vulgar, and rude.
Ironic as they fought so hard against censorship and even lost there show because of it.
2020 --- Still great !!
Great Dueling Banjos and look at how all the adults are staying seated and enjoying them
Oh wow, I'd forgotten this one! Loved the Boston Pops and watched regularly. And the Smothers Brothers are brilliant.
The Smo's Bros are still both alive! Go bless 'em and keep them going!
Outstanding, smiled through the whole thing
What a delightful performance!
I loved every minute of watching their show! Was so upset that it was canceled. They would be great in these times!
I loved their show and was SO sad when it was cancelled! To this day, I’d love to see it back on. Pat Paulson for President! LOL
The sad thing is, back then everybody knew Pat Paulson running for President was a comedic joke. These days, I'm sure he could actually win.
@@tainshabinnez9679 Haha! I mentioned Pat should run about a year ago, glad someone else remembers his 'candidacy'!
Man these guys had CLASS..
Tom & Dick Smothers...
Their mother was so proud....
Of one of them.
RIP Tommy. You really made me laugh 😂 over the years.
Musical comedy genius. Tommy sure could play a mean guitar, and Dick was a talented double bassist with a great voice..."That's why Mom always liked him best!".
Tommy Smothers is brilliant. One of the best. The timing between the two is point on. Dick is one of the best straight men there is. I used to watch their show until it's unfortunate end.
How funny was that show? I recall breaking a glass of soda I was drinking while watching it (think it was when Raquel Welch did the "You know what they say" skit as a guest).
Which one? They got fired by every network! And I don't say that to detract, but rather to celebrate their commitment and refusal to compromise their artistic integrity!
I was a baby-boomer of the 60's [DOB: 1947]. They were [are] the stellar expressions of that time. THANK YOU ! You so helped keep me alive.
I haven't laughed so hard in such a long time, I almost choked! I've loved these guys since the 60's. Thanks so much for the good time~!
For those who think that modern kids won't like things like this, my 5 year old's hysterical giggles say otherwise. I think the problem is that modern kids aren't given the credit to be shown stuff like this and are usually fed loud, mindless, violent junk instead because someone keeps telling us all that that is all kids are capable of enjoying.
It's not really tough to make a 5-year-old giggle.
I stood inline for tickets to a Joan Rivers concert with The Smother Brothers as the opening act. Brilliant!
brilliant, at one point you don't know what's better, their musicianship or their routine writing.
Aka Victor Borge, it takes incredible talent to perform complicated, beautiful music, and turn it into comedy! A very special talent!
Rome vas hannible
bensdadfrank
OMG, I’d forgotten all about Victor Borge...so so so very funny!
These guys were so classy and funny.
What happened to such entertainment?
Take me back to this time, please.
@3:50...HILARIOUS! ...Then, the piano wins....the duet and band joining in afterwards was great!
Both of their voices are incredible together or apart~
Good mix! Many of my favorites too! Nice to see Eva Cassidy.
Love the Smothers Brothers.
They were very talented, more than I thought.
Beautiful ❤😎
More comedic and musical perfection from the Brothers... And in this case the Boston Pops as well. Tommy is a comedic genius. I wonder if he'd a been a hit on his own, like Steve Martin, with his guitar? Or was it the brother act that made them so special?! I'll take it either way... I remember them doing Cabbage on an album in 67 or so when I was 9. Today at 62 and they're still going strong.. By the way they both haven't aged a day. Either great surgery or living clean lives of exemplary behavior! I'll choose the latter for my heroes.
I knew these guys were multi-talented, but never knew that they could sing so well. They are an American Institution. And sometimes Tom belonged in an institution. Love em.
Why is it I tear up on almost every one of these videos I watch?
How wonderful to come upon this clip again!!! Out comes the notebook!!! Superb!! (I love Dick's wandering left eyebrow!!)
SMO-BRO still killin it
OMG they were soooo funny. Such a pair! I never missed a show.
Wonderful fun!😄😄💟
I had the privilege of seeing these guys in person. Great performers.
I loved their show as a kid they are awsome at music song and comedy
In the UK I never heard of the Smothers brothers , but I have discovered them now through You Tube and they are funny and talented people
Same here. I'm British too. I'd heard OF them, but I'd never HEARD them and didn't really know who they were. Like you, I've only discovered them because of CZcams and I'm glad I have.
My dad had a bunch of their records back in the 70s and I grew up listening to them. So funny and so talented.
They dared to protest the Nixon admin.and the Vietnam war and were censored often.CBS wouldn't allow the great Pete Seeger on the show because he was a communist.With the wars in the Middle East,history simply repeats itself over and over again and again.
Tommy is mentioned in John Lennon's "Give Peace a Chance", and features as guitarist in the bed protest music video for the song.
I was amazed when I moved from America to England how many famous people my British husband had never seen or heard of. Carol Burnett was another one.
One must have great breath to do those long “melismas”:!
They were extremely skilled and gifted musicians.
The expressions were the best.
the kids listen to the music of the day and think "they wish they were there for the 60's and 70's", well, wait till they get A load of this! Tommy and Dickie were so funny and their guests were "about hilarious" for the comedy hour. I think the "comedy hour" came shortly after the "cocktail hour"and what fun! check out when they had Jim Stafford on the show in Branson doing "classical gas". the clip is classical, and Jim Stafford is A gas!
Pure genius.
Local boys from my hometown become the icons for political comedy facing censorship in modern American Television in the 1960's.
Un matched comics with startling musical talent
Hats off, standing o'vation all time greatest
OMG when I think of the old folks that have gone on before my generation who's memories have faded and didn't have a place like you tube to go and resurrect some of our good times and humour I feel so grateful and it is nice that the generations can enjoy and maybe understand that we laughed,giggled and were silly and we still laugh maybe not out loud but I for one enjoy the the joy of our younger generations
louiseA blood u
HEEE to the HAW!! I love you tube so I can pass things on to my kids, stuff I was raised on!!
They didn't need CZcams because they were so talented they'd generate songs at will. Something gained, something lost.
louiseA blood - We are fortunate that we have movies, CZcams, and audio recordings of those we grew up with. It helps make the ‘Golden Years’ more like Gold. 😉 Including some that were recorded even before I was born !!! 🙃 🙂
@@boraxsopanic2670 shut up man, without a doubt there’s more talent today, sheerly by the amount of people out there making music. Look at jacob collier, one of the most gifted musicians in history (and I say this as a musician myself), breaking barrier before our eyes
Friggin’ brilliant
Great fun!
Love those guys!
Two of the greatest will forever be in our hearts
On the contrary, I appreciate his beautiful voice and enjoy the schtick.
FANTASTIC!!!!
Their show is one of the fondest memories of TV in my early days. Thanks guys. The show was a must watch in our house and everybody watched. Their political commentary which tragically brought them down was much appreciated. I’m was so sorry when the heavies at CBS cancelled them unjustly.
I am SO glad a grew up when I did. It broke my heart when I had to explain to someone who the Smothers Brothers were! My favorite was the album "Kurb Your Tongue, Knave" and the song about all the church bells. I had it on an LP...remember those?
I still do the church bell song..and get laughs
Yup!
To those who pine for the simple pure entertainment of the good ol' days recall this:
The show was cancelled as the Brothers were introducing political humor critical of Nixon, the Viet Nam War and racism.
Ostensibly, the brothers were fired for not delivering tapes of their shows in time for preview by affiliates (i.e, to be censored), but what really did them in was using their prime time show to say something that mattered.
Or try to.
The show that was pulled by CBS and never shown, the one with the second comic sermonette by David Steinberg, ended with Tom acknowledging something no other prime-time TV was prepared to do that weekend. He noted the first anniversary of the murder of Martin Luther King, Jr., and said, "Let's hope his dream will someday come true."
Richard Hiller : So true what you are saying but they were trying to get the truth across to us during extremely difficult times. That’s what CBS didn’t like.
@@roseblake5803- Not everyone wants to have truth introduced into their entertainment.
@Richard Hiller- Not everyone wants to have truth introduced into their entertainment.
@@dennisgawera8788 ...their millions of viewers thought otherwise. They'd had political satire on it for quite some time and their viewership kept growing.
They were just wonderful
Delightful, so clever and funny.
Love their voices when they sing straight. Used to have two of their albums.El Camino Real and a comedy album. El Camino impossible to find.
Mad Greek
If your into these great musicians and comedians you can find them on DVD.they had there summer special with lots of great bands like the Beatles.whole family enjoyed them and never will forget these clowns.
Absolute genius
A time when things were so much more wholesome
Oh damn!!! that psyched me up!!
Just remember folks, these guys were taken off the air because they used comedy to disagree with the war in Nam. Censorship at it's worst. These guys were the best.
Perfection