"The Minstrels"

[xCokePepsii]

If they wont continue doing the Muppet Show, at least continue Fraggle Rock!

[killermaster22100]

Thumbs this up if u notice theirs 0 dislikes!!

[killermaster22100]

Like this if you notice theres 0 dislikes on this!!!

[legomanh]

Thank you Jim. For all you did in life and taught us this along with the rainbow connection is my favorite.

[animalbond007]

2 minstrels are pirates in muppet treasure island

[benjaminrowley78]

It Jim Henson as a Fraggle!!!!

[xCokePepsii]

@benjaminrowley78 He also does Convincing John..

[prapicella]

"Once in awhile you get shown the light in the strangest of places if you look at it right." R.Hunter

[Taud]

when i recently saw this episode i was brought back to being 6 years old again, this song is just enchanting and so strangely familiar

[goodfoottoo]

I loved the world of Fraggle Rock & miss Jim so much. He was such a gentle, gifted soul who shared his wonderful talent with all of us. I am grateful we had him for a while.This song is so sweet, makes me want to dance.

[goodfoottoo]

I loved the world of Fraggle Rock & miss Jim so much. He was such a gentle, gifted soul who shared his wonderful talent with all of us. I miss him, too.

[KarNYCLoAMR]

Cantus is in NYC right now, as part of the Jim Henson's Fantastic World exhibit at the Museum of the Moving Image. Everyone should go to this, it's wonderful. Much love to Jim Henson, the man who taught me to dream. <3

[2011mrkingofkings]

I didn't know Jim Henson played Cantus.

[MrShawnshall]

the minstrels are the best part of fraggle rock

[Philosphyfanatic]

The most beautiful song Jim has ever sang!

[xxZeroZonexx]

@Philosphyfanatic Totally, a highly underrated and moving one as well. I always get chills when I listen to this one.

[dbdeg88]

Cantus is so freakin' awesome!

[pemdas927]

I love Jim singing. Especially as Cantus or Dr. Teeth. He died way to soon.

[jennifermizell]

Hands down my favorite Henson song.

[Fynarra]

This has always struck such a chord in me. I would love to find the sheet music, find another oboe player and do this--just out anywhere. It speaks to the world.

[Syrcaid]

It proves every time that joy and beauty can come from any source.

[Coolyfett]

Hensen was a stoner. No doubt about it! Dude was on another level.

[TherealRNO]

@Coolyfett: He was on another level, but he was clear-headed. On the same platform as "Mister" Fred Rogers, who was as honest and true as one could get (ex: the man single-handedly saved a fledgling PBS from the axe & theives who stole his car immediately returned it upon knowing from whom they stole). "Uncle Walt" too, would be on the same steps, if only he didn't smoke, but then, smoker or not, the man behind Mickey knew how to write for all ages as well.

[pemdas927]

@TherealRNO If we had more people like Jim, Fred, and a few more loveable purists (maybe Fred Penner) in this world and there would be no hate.

[TherealRNO]

@pemdas927: Agreed.

[cathyjobob]

Just beautiful. Jim Henson was a genius. I've been looking for this song since I heard it first as a child....so sweet.

[macy077]

God bless Jim Henson. 

[ElectricShark]

I love the minstrel that looks like a big cat!

[Boudiga]

I would love to get a Cantus doll! He is just lovely!

[Buttons0385]

Saw this on the Hub and haven't heard this song or any fraggle song in 15-20 years but instantly remembered its melody as well as other fraggle songs. My brother had the same reaction (we watched it together as kids) he hasn't seen it for just as long... I think Fraggle Rock had a great deal to do with his now career as a music educator and my work in the music field. I'm always amazed at the great stuff continuing to come out of the Muppet workshop. Jim's memory will live forever and a day

[donotfret]

The one frag has prescription glasses

[Deplobius]

This is such a testament to Jim Henson's creativity. Not only is this song amazing, but there are so many little touches that surround it, making it even more a pleasure to watch (true with most of his work). The pipe entering the shot before Cantus, the flowers opening, the way the Fraggles look in wonder and amazement (how can a cloth-covered hand can show emotion?), the surroundings, the colors, I could really go on.

I really miss Jim Henson, but I feel so blessed to have seen his work.

[Fynarra]

This has always made my heart ache--it's so beautiful. I wish the oboe instrumental was available; the lead in music is so stirring.

[danceractress96]

This song is magical!I wish that Jim was still alive:(He was one of a kind!

[FoxyMamaRox]

They just don't make them like this anymore. I grew up with this, and was literally glued to the screen like I was a little girl all over again. I saw this on the Hub, too and had to find it here again. I can't get this song out of my head.

[EmSeeSquared]

this episode was on the Hub today

[danceractress96]

@EmSeeSquared I SAW IT!!!!!!!It made me remember this amaaaaazing song:)

[shontel4000]

cantus

[IvyLULZ]

in this episode, at the last song, i like the scene with boober peering out of his hole and slightly bobbbing his head....

Cantus is so magical! and i LOVE fraggle Rock...

[FiaFi]

This is so lovely, it would make an amazing first dance <3

[jsusax03]

Jim was one of a kind

[latieplolo]

I can't believe this song got past the censor... awesome. ;)

[hailfairgoddess]

@latieplolo what?

[latieplolo]

@hailfairgoddess "play me down on the ground, song comes singing from the midnight places" while playing a phallis with a giant shiny jewel on it to flowers who open up at the tip of it.... slightly suggestive! haha

[babymoondancer]

@latieplolo I know! Is it bad if I want to make love to the accompaniment of this song?

[sylvinelf]

I always get goosebumps listening to this song

[shontel4000]

cantus flute

[shontel4000]

cantus

[shontel4000]

cantus jim henson

[shontel4000]

cantus

[guitardeadsociety]

I am a huge punk/metal head, and I am only 15, but I love Fraggle Rock!!! It's the best show ever! And this song is so amazing!

[demdemfan]

love it

[BriBThizzin]

i love the baseline in dis song lol

[arieljacobsegal]

So beautiful...I wish Jim could still be present to spread his message of Shalom.

[ladychokonyENT]

iwannnnna see this whole episde

[007flyguy1]

Wow I could just fall asleep to this great upload bravo!!!

[collisionrepairchick]

this is my all-time favorite fraggle rock episode. there is just something about it....anyone know where i can find this song for download?

[starwars96]

I haven't seen this show in 7 years.

The moment I heard the pipe playing, memories came rushing back. This was my favorite episode.

[Bitsy83]

I think this was the only character Jim Henson played on Fraggle Rock. Man, that guy was a once-in-a-lifetime legend! We haven't had a man with his imagination since Walt Disney. God bless, Jim.

[PonAdidas]

@Bitsy83 actually Jim also played Convincing John. But those were the only two charachters he played.

[Bitsy83]

@PonAdidas Oh yeah! Convincing John! I remember that guy. This was one of Henson's masterpieces. You'd think he'd have done more characters.

[guitardeadsociety]

@Bitsy83 Who cares about Walt Disney, Jim Henson is a billion times better!

[TherealRNO]

@Bitsy83: Ummm...Jim came AFTER Walt, but I get your point. Both were caring and understanding geniuses in their respective fields, even if the same audience enjoyed them both.

[cometkatt]

I LOVE this song... is there sheet music for it anywhere?

[Johnny2071]

This song goes well Mother 3's Volcano! Inferno!

[Bluestar173]

This is one of my favorite Fraggle Rock scenes. Thanks for uploading it!

[laviniaCaT]

:> what a nice....

[mandaroxsox]

Sesame Street and its characters are owned by the Sesame Workshop, which used to be the Children's Television Workshop

[crock703]

Its to bad Disney bought Jim Henson Co. They probably provide a lot of support, and have not muddled their creativity so far, but the company has probably lost a lot of its freedom to make their work as accessible to the public as it could.

There is enough interest in the Henson things that no longer air, that they could reinvigorate interest by offering Fraggle Rock, etc online for free (an educational gift.) I doubt Disney would let that happen as long as they saw a dollar to made from it..

[AriGriffin243]

Disney only owns the Muppets. Fraggle Rock belongs to the Jim Henson Co. Sesame Street belongs to another group, but I can't remeber their name at the moment and don't feel like looking it up.

[TherealRNO]

@AriGriffin243: This may be, but despite the former CTW and Disney buyout of the Street and Muppet brands, they and Fraggle are STILL Jim's vision and so, are forever tied to him.

[danceractress96]

@crock703 I agree.Sadly,I doubt there will be anything like this or any old Jim Henson show ever again.But they live in our hearts,and that's all that counts,right?

[PsYcHo14]

this scene gave me nightmares as a small child...

[voteformitt]

The Minstrels freaked me out when I was a kid too.

[beautyjuice123]

Wish I lived there....sigh.

[AriGriffin243]

I would love to get the sheet music to this song. It is hauntingly beautiful. Thank you for posting it. I wish there were mp3s of all the songs from Fraggle Rock so we could get our favorite songs. The CD collection doesn't have all of my favorite songs.

[crock703]

You can download this song on iTunes

[infinymagnus]

Let me be your song

[MegaCaveboy]

Does anyone know the name of this song?

[jonescalypso]

"Let Me Be Your Song"

[pemdas927]

Plus if someone knows where (\if) there's a Fraggle Rock CD, let me know. I've been looking for some time now.

[TherealRNO]

@pemdas927: There've been a couple, but sadly, they've been out of print for a while. Perhaps now with the series on DVD, the comics getting a full ahead of steam, and the movie forthcoming, CDs or downloadables aren't in the too far-off future.

[pemdas927]

I've always been a big fan of Jim singing (preferably Dr. Teeth over Rolf, but still). You can mimick his talking voice (maybe), but not his singing voice. That's the main reason Y I still miss him so much.

[mandaroxsox]

ah, the wonderful ingenuity of jim henson is at one of its best here! luv this song, luv Fraggle Rock, and luv Wembley! (my favourite character) :D

[JaymeLynn81]

RIP Jim...we love you!

[nessamaine]

we wander this boundless rock of ours finding fraggles in distant caves... when we are near, they sing a fraggle medley... we are near. we are here. :)  xo

[nessamaine]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! This is my ALL TIME FAVORITE Fraggle Rock! Wow... We miss you so much, Jim Henson... peace... xoxoxoxoxoxo

[NicolaMacLeod]

I loved this so much as a child, It saddens me when I see my niece watch Dora with that "I'm the Map" song in comparison to the detail and effort Jim Henson would put into a single episode of Fraggle Rock.

[deppluver2008]

I love this song so much...it get's stuck in my head and refuses to leave for weeks but I love it.

[purplestarz1980]

Cantus is my favorite fraggle next to Gobo <3

[LeguleiusGonzo]

My 9 year old LOVES Fraggle Rock. As I did as a kid. It was so delightful to see these on the store shelves starting a couple years ago. SO much more educational, interesting to the kids, and fun that much of the current kids' programming.

Truly a timeless masterpiece of a show.

[sweetsunshine82]

my kid is probably the only kid in daycare that knows what this is...i wish they showed the good $hit on tv :/

[priorityselection]

The king at his absolute finest, RIP Jim

[priorityselection]

Truely sad that this is what you think of when you watch this...

[danceractress96]

@priorityselection I don't get that?!?!?Can you explain please?

[priorityselection]

@danceractress96

That was a response to a negative comment sometime ago, Ive read your comments here and we certianly share the same view about Jims work,,,,

[Muppephile]

We miss you Jim. I'm crying.

[sparklegrl0713]

I *love* this song! One of Jim's best!

[RabbitDance]

What a neat song. I love them.

[calderwis]

I'm bustin' out my oboe right now to figure out those notes...

[pemdas927]

Would that make oboes magic pipes¿

[Sclasspsycho]

This is one of my favorite songs on Fraggle Rock. I play the tune on the piano by ear because I've heard it so often. I like to sing it too. ^_^

[JGCooney]

Where are "The Midnight Places"?

[Sclasspsycho]

What do you mean?

I'd say the Midnight Places are those that are always dark and mysterious or even mystical like the deep caves of Fraggle Rock

[RabbitDance]

Well you can find them if you know what to look for, but you must do it at midnight.

[BorisFangirl]

I love this song. It's so beautiful.

[FLPman]

favorite song from FR

[kungfujiapple]

Originally broadcasted on May 9, 1983. I also have this on a complete series of "Fraggle Rock" on DVD.