“Andy Griffith Show” – Andy & Barney Sing Hymn “Church In The Wildwood”

Andy & Barney Sing A Hymn Together On An Episode Of The Andy Griffith Show

The Andy Griffith Show is known as one of the most beloved TV series ever. Today, its fans fondly remember their favorite scenes, including a moment when Andy and Barney sang a beloved hymn.

The touching scene played in the 16th episode of Season 3, titled “Man in a Hurry.”

The scene shows Andy Griffith (playing his namesake character) and Don Knotts (playing Barney Fife), singing together on a porch while Griffith strummed a guitar. They sang along with Roger Emhardt, who played the character Malcolm Tucker.

Together, the trio performed the Christian hymn “The Church in the Wildwood.” The song was written by Dr. William S. Pitts in 1857. Many well-known artists, including The Carter Family, Charley Pride, and Dolly Parton have since recorded it.

Watch Barney & Andy Sing “The Church In The Wildwood” Below

Various videos of Griffith, Knotts, and Emhardt singing “The Church in the Wildwood” have generated thousands of views. Based on the comments, their performance clearly struck a chord with many viewers.

It’s worth pointing out that throughout The Andy Griffith Show, it was a joke to poke fun at Barney Fife’s singing. He was often out of tune but still sang loud and proud.

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However, in this scene where he sang “The Church in the Wildwood,” he contributed subtle, controlled harmonies. This change from how the show typically handled Barney’s singing made the moment all the more meaningful.

Take a stroll down memory lane with us by watching the actors of The Andy Griffith Show sing the hymn “The Church in the Wildwood” below.