John, thanks for responding. I'm almost sure it was them. I've got a couple boxes of old vinyl and I might have it but I've got no player. I'll check and let you know. When you respond to this, send me your email address so I can contact you directly. Thanks.
@oldzzzyzx Are you sure they recorded it? Here's what I found "The (1929) song was revived in 1967 by the California rock group The Humane Society and in 1968 by Tiny Tim, whose version charted at #17 that year. It was also covered by Uke til U Puke and The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band."
@oldzzzyzx It's here on YouTube as part of the "Bits & Pieces" segment - Bits and Pieces (Medley) - New Christy Minstrals (there are two, but only one has the tulips)
I always thought it was funny too, and since Dolan moved to Arizona, I liked it for that reason also.
The lead singer here is Bill (now goes by Will) Teague. We was, and still is, a wonderful singer and superb guitarist. On bass is Pete Henderson, who is now back with the group. Look for Skiles and Henderson on Youtube.
My Elementary school was Loma Verde. Our 6th Grade teacher, Mrs. Morgan, brought this Chirsty Minstrels Album to our class. She then taught us to sing this song "Today"
Who's singing lead here? Who are the two women? Who are the two guitarists; and is that second guitarist (with the dark hair) playing a tenor guitar? Who is the bassist? Is Larry Ramos next to 'the second guitarist' (I believe to his left)?
I really enjoy the New Christy Minstrels, when I was really young my folks used to listen to them. We had one vinyl which had a black cover with the groups name on it, I have been looking for it ever since.
We used to sing this tune in high school chorus. I never knew who the original artists were. Amidst all the violence promoting "music" of today, this is like an oasis of softness and beauty. Thanks very much for posting. Peace to ALL.
Shadepuppy, thanks so much for the info. I've listened several times and it's as good as it was when it was new.
oldzzzyzx 2 days ago
Best version I've found. Thank you for uploading!
MarthaStout0202 1 week ago
@MarthaStout0202 You're welcome. I love listening and sharing.
John1948NineD 1 week ago
I just got the following from Randy Sparks, the founder of the group.
Absolutely correct! Visit Dolan Ellis dot com...he's the one who did the
stomping in that one. He refuses to do the song in concert lately, and I
feel we have lost much of our charm.
Cheers! RS
> Was it the New Christie Minstrels that did a version of "Tiptoe through
> the Tulips" that ended up with tulip destruction or was it another group?
> I'm old and my memory is failing. Also, I'm old and my memory is failing.
>
oldzzzyzx 2 weeks ago
@oldzzzyzx Thanks.
John1948NineD 2 weeks ago
John, thanks for responding. I'm almost sure it was them. I've got a couple boxes of old vinyl and I might have it but I've got no player. I'll check and let you know. When you respond to this, send me your email address so I can contact you directly. Thanks.
oldzzzyzx 2 weeks ago
I do so wish that if anyone has a recording of their "Tiptoe through the tulips" they would upload it.
oldzzzyzx 3 weeks ago
@oldzzzyzx Are you sure they recorded it? Here's what I found "The (1929) song was revived in 1967 by the California rock group The Humane Society and in 1968 by Tiny Tim, whose version charted at #17 that year. It was also covered by Uke til U Puke and The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band."
John1948NineD 2 weeks ago
@oldzzzyzx It's here on YouTube as part of the "Bits & Pieces" segment - Bits and Pieces (Medley) - New Christy Minstrals (there are two, but only one has the tulips)
I always thought it was funny too, and since Dolan moved to Arizona, I liked it for that reason also.
Shadepuppy 3 days ago
The lead singer here is Bill (now goes by Will) Teague. We was, and still is, a wonderful singer and superb guitarist. On bass is Pete Henderson, who is now back with the group. Look for Skiles and Henderson on Youtube.
okietoolman 3 weeks ago
Very Groovy. Takes me back to my school days.
nadiemequire 2 months ago
Is the lead singer Barry Kane?
davidhalldurham 2 months ago
Beautiful combination of words, melody and voices. Thank you for sharing this.
MEH50caribe 5 months ago
@hudsononline. Thanks. I just couldn't make the connection based on photos of Randy Sparks.
RehovHaeshel 8 months ago
I also want to know who the lead singer is.
RehovHaeshel 8 months ago
@RehovHaeshel Randy Sparks
hudsonline223 8 months ago
I love this song, and love, love, love seeing it live. Thanks John
UnaWorld 8 months ago
My Elementary school was Loma Verde. Our 6th Grade teacher, Mrs. Morgan, brought this Chirsty Minstrels Album to our class. She then taught us to sing this song "Today"
alex56video 8 months ago
I never get bored of this.
I have been listening to this since I was a kid.
Well, I'm still a kid, just 10 years older.
Never how short this 10 years is 'till it is 10 years lol.
lunaracial 9 months ago
A classic. Listen to how the music makes you feel. This raises one's vibration. Thnk you for posting.
SACLynnFabia 10 months ago 2
Who's singing lead here? Who are the two women? Who are the two guitarists; and is that second guitarist (with the dark hair) playing a tenor guitar? Who is the bassist? Is Larry Ramos next to 'the second guitarist' (I believe to his left)?
thespeez 10 months ago
I had forgotten how beautiful the folk music of the 60's sounded. Thank you!
rodentom 11 months ago
We sang this all the time in high School. It never gets old.
Thinker756 1 year ago
Wow ....... Thanks
detroitpat1 1 year ago
I really enjoy the New Christy Minstrels, when I was really young my folks used to listen to them. We had one vinyl which had a black cover with the groups name on it, I have been looking for it ever since.
lurchandpasta 1 year ago
We used to sing this tune in high school chorus. I never knew who the original artists were. Amidst all the violence promoting "music" of today, this is like an oasis of softness and beauty. Thanks very much for posting. Peace to ALL.
mjcamck71 1 year ago
Unquestionably one of the five best folk songs ever.
capucine1105 1 year ago