Ep 20. The Song Festers

The Andy Griffith Show season 4 episode 20, titled "The Song Festers," follows the residents of Mayberry as they prepare for an upcoming singing competition. The episode opens with Andy and his son Opie discussing the competition that's set to take place at the upcoming county fair. Andy convinces Opie to participate in the competition, and the two begin practicing for their duet.

Meanwhile, Barney decides to form a quartet with his friends Gomer, Floyd, and Otis, dubbing themselves "The Four Notes." The quartet's singing leaves a lot to be desired, but they believe they have a real shot at winning the competition due to their unique style.

The day of the competition arrives, and the residents of Mayberry gather to watch the performances. As the various acts take the stage, it quickly becomes apparent that "The Four Notes" are not as talented as they believed themselves to be. The group is met with laughter and ridicule from the audience, leading Barney to vow revenge against those who had mocked them.

Andy and Opie take the stage, performing a beautiful duet that brings tears to the eyes of many in the audience. Their performance is met with thunderous applause, and the two are declared the winners of the competition.

As the episode comes to a close, Barney is still fuming over the mockery that he and his friends had suffered. Andy attempts to console him, reminding him that the competition was all in good fun and that it's important to be a good sport. The two men share a laugh, and the audience is left with a heartwarming reminder of the importance of good sportsmanship and community.