Flash Mob - Ode to Joy Orchestra (started by one little girl)

[@EvanCarmichael]

QUESTION: What was your biggest takeaway from this video and your plan of action for the next week? You're 91% likely to follow through when you write down exactly When and Where you will take action... So let us know in the comments! (Bonus Points if you cheer someone else on in the comments too!)

[@Dillbeet]

Interesting. If this wasn’t a top viewed video would you have still posted this comment Edit: I am now seeing it on other most popular videos of your channel. Interesting strategy. May I ask why this comment specifically has value?

[@mattiemusgrove3258]

Hi evan. I was thoroughly dissapoinnted by this video because the title is a big ol lie. The girl does not participate sonically at all. In fact, she doesn't even ask them to start playing. WHy would u say she started the flash mob. I am eating really good pasta that my cousin martina made and i can't even enjoy it anymore because this video appalled me. Please change the title, for me--if not for your pride. God bless. I'll be checking back tomorrow. Regards.

[@jacquelinea.7575]

According to another story i heard, this happened in Spain. And the guy was not going to start playing unless someone showed interest in his music. It seems that people didn’t want any more musicians in that square, because there had been some quarrel between street music players.

[@anaa6573]

The biggest take away is that my conductor has much better conducting then the video. My plan is to follow my conductor and not fall behind since Tuba is a long instrument and the sound can get delayed by how long it is.

[@richardharrold4357]

Hope. Goodness. Strength. Appreciation. Beethoven. Insight. Help.

[@Chuck_N0rris]

I almost find the peoples reactions more facinating than the perfomance itself. They are just in awe and forget time and place. I never get tired of watching this.

[@EvanCarmichael]

It was amazing for sure #Believe :) #BTA1499 Veljko

[@lilsammich8252]

The kids reactions were the best.

[@bunnyb2428]

Almost 3rd time when i have the luxury of time.

[@toddsubjent7142]

Exactly, this is what we, the world needs more of indeed! This considering the horrific virus we all are coping with now. This Easter weekend reminds us of He who indeed will get us through this regardless of what faith one has!

[@richardburmeister5776]

Totally agree. Such joy in the music, people's expressions. Joy of being...and of being human.

[@noobsaibot11884]

And to know that Beethoven was already deaf when he composed this symphony, so beautiful!!!, is mind chilling.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing and thank you for watching :) #BTA967 Luka

[@Ash.Music.Covers]

Yeah but the sad thing is that he never got to hear his own music

[@joshuakenneth3569]

Josh Bright thats deep

[@Ash.Music.Covers]

@@joshuakenneth3569 just stating the truth

[@69TwistedPsycho69]

@@Ash.Music.Covers He heard it. He was so musically talented he could hear all the different notes in his head, which is why he was able to compose this even while deaf. He heard it in his mind.

[@t-wrecks7481]

Posted 5 years ago, people still commenting and the original poster still responding. RESPECT! We could all always use more Ode to Joy in our lives.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agree. Thanks for watching! 💛😊 #BELIEVE - Ahmed

[@t-wrecks7481]

@@EvanCarmichael Thanks for sharing

[@angythevloger7416]

Hey Everyone just hopes for Christmas to reach.. everybody loves Christmas

[@su-rv2uq]

I agree, especially this year, especially now.

[@janicesullivan8942]

I agree 100%. Such a timeless and beautifully inspiring piece of music, this brings tears to my eyes and joy to my heart.

[@eldritchwizardkeawe8850]

8 years and this still absolutely moves me to tears, Ode to Joy as it should be, bringing people together. Such a beautiful performance.

[@EvanCarmichael]

🥰💛 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@Chetloore]

First time I've heard it. Half way through I had tears. So beautiful.

[@marymahoney233]

Always my reaction too ♥️

[@connorgardlund2369]

still amazing in Febuaray of 2024...love this!

[@bodofrohlich3265]

i feel the same

[@annamess6463]

The kid climbing on the lamp was so adorable x3

[@EvanCarmichael]

:) #BTA973 Luka

[@teja4656]

Yes same thoughts with me

[@creativesparks2164]

OMG I THOUGHT THAT TOO!!

[@reydc2890]

I think she doesn'thave a mother or father because no one is lifting her up like the.other kids who has

[@lindapindabelinda3570]

Probably one of the paid actors as it's a commercial.

[@50andCountingcom]

Brought me to tears, watching during Covid19 quarantine, isolated in my home, to witness something so beautiful. And thank you to all who have replied with words of support and encouragement! God bless each of you!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Stay safe #Believe :) #BTA1556 Veljko

[@donnakay147]

Same 💜

[@Dem0nD0ll]

@Kathryn Powell You took the words right out of my mouth. Stay safe! 🥰

[@erlynfancyoilannie0920]

Stay safe 😊

[@NytOnKiire]

So good in this situation

[@redwoods7370]

Why does the "Ode to Joy" always make me cry? This is particularly poignant and beautiful. Thank you.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for the love - Nina

[@forcesightknight]

It must touch the soul of those with compassion and the empathy to feel. I was going to make a similar comment, then read yours. Consider yourself lucky that you can feel music, and not just hear it, not everyone possesses this gift.

[@michaelg4896]

I was just asking myself that same question lol

[@sufisyahida1734]

Dude same with mee 😭❤

[@mmpw5775]

It’s pure.

[@inesgomes7909]

I hope one day people all over the world will gather singing and playing wonderful songs with peace and joy!

[@EvanCarmichael]

🥰 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@rigrace]

This is actually what people were made for. Creating something beautiful working all together. Every single person is important. Not fighting against each other

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agreed :) #BTA1329 Luka

[@drkim4077]

That’s how JAPAN wins

[@williamgarayua5878]

Majestic Art & Spiritualism in Harmony in EUROPE... Jeopardized by the invassive intolerant; BYE BYE Armies of JIHAD forever! wgt

[@johnakaoldguy3158]

cadaxy 《 You have spoken with such truth. Thank you for your gentle soul in a time that it is so so needed 🙏

[@vria0421]

I hope all people think the same as you.

[@idahomountainlover754]

I love how the crows immediately quieted and listened. That’s respect!

[@EvanCarmichael]

#Believe :) #BTA1659 Veljko

[@tomsimmonds534]

Now, isn't this better than watching a load of SJWs posturing and screaming? Hope springs eternal...

[@botgod6264]

Yes

[@TTORADell]

^ it's called courtesy or being polite towards others. Respect is what admiration other artists have for their fellow musicians. " Respect is earned... not simply given " Funny how you believe crows have intelligence and care about human beings.

[@shiitakestick]

TTORADell what’s so funny about crows having intelligence and caring about humans ?

[@user-onyoutube868]

The little children enjoying the classical masterpiece accompanied by the beautiful vocal chorus was so heartwarming.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching #Believe :) #BTA1645 Veljko

[@elisabethm9655]

The Ode to Joy is the anthem of the EU. 🥰

[@lisbethhansen640]

I cried like a baby, all this joy and enthusiasm in this cold brutal world. That performance gives me hope.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Awww, sending you a big virtual hug! ❤️ #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@elijahfluw4347]

Things like this helps me to restore my faith in humanity...

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad to hear that, thanks for watching :) #BTA1330 Luka

[@somidoesntcare8228]

Fuck yeah

[@axelleawah3799]

Me too!!!💖

[@axelleawah3799]

May be a day!..............

[@normanridenour2359]

And at the rate humanity is going it will all be over in 100 yrs.

[@praphullalalshrestha46]

We gotta admit that Ode to Joy has some kind of magic in itself.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agreed #Believe :) #BTA1602 Veljko

[@yogendhaneshwar]

Is the lyrics different here?

[@krishelfferich8260]

We NEED Ode to Joy NOW

[@valentinapolzl5439]

@@yogendhaneshwar it's in spain so i guess it's the spanish songtext🤷🏼‍♀️

[@praphullalalshrestha46]

@@krishelfferich8260 Absolutely!

[@TheMissingLink1]

This needs to be played when all of the world finally leaves all lockdowns and quarantines. The entire world singing one big Ode to Joy!

[@EvanCarmichael]

That would be so awesome. 💛🙏 #Believe - Dondon

[@meher9608]

Agreed..

[@gall.p830]

Agreed

[@anamariamartins1264]

It will be great..

[@bobthompson4319]

We should just do it while on lockdown. It would help psychology....mine at least.

[@vcello6450]

This is why art is important.

[@EvanCarmichael]

I agree 😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@scottfreckle237]

That flash mob is why art is important? are you on drugs!

[@vcello6450]

@@scottfreckle237 No, the fact that hundreds of people joined together to play Beethoven for the community is why art is important. Idiot.

[@Annazz.]

⁠@@scottfreckle237They probably meant because it brings people together, not this flash mob specifically 😭😭

[@kitkat7871]

With so much pain, anger, solitude, and death our world is experiencing every day, we need more videos like this. Thank you for the much needed reminder that Joy is still alive.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you liked it and it put smile on your face, thanks for watching! 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@mnice3784]

Amen!

[@Jerseyhighlander]

Today they'd be arrested for doing that. Spreading joy and happiness will not be tolerated!

[@nickismynickname523]

@@Jerseyhighlander that’s what happened 2-3yrs ago.

[@ericmichael0101]

Now imagine there are people like me. That have to kill assholes because you liberals think all will be fine with music alone solving the world's problems.

[@thisisme2476]

Loving that the audience is singing along. Not just the singers.

[@EvanCarmichael]

:) #BTA973 Luka

[@myriamakkerman8914]

Plot twist... They were in on it😂

[@red1girl1]

It's Europe national anthem, we all know the lyrics

[@thisisme2476]

@@red1girl1 You would be surprised ( or maybe not) how many do not know their anthem...

[@red1girl1]

@@thisisme2476 maybe. In my country we learn it in school, in music class ( to sing and play it).

[@100Jeanluc]

Just goes to show that classical music can be enjoyed by all ages. What a beautiful performance. Had me in tears.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad that you liked it. #Believe - Feb

[@dennismartinez9671]

I feel you mate 😇

[@dennismartinez9671]

@@EvanCarmichael I'm pretty sure @ one point the people at the background had this feeling over it 😉

[@michaeldelsoldato2905]

Still grabs my heart and fills it with joy.

[@kathyforgues6994]

Same♥️

[@sarahprorok4155]

What I love most about this is all the little kids who take an interest and stop to listen. Music is so important and it is such a gift!

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@LostLk2hi]

Absolutely!

[@thec9424]

If you were a part of that flash mob, I want you to know that you brought something beautiful into this world.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for watching. Much love. #Believe - Jenny

[@fredjones7705]

It wasn't a real flash mob. They are actors. It was a television commercial for the Bank of Sabadell. A town in Northern Spain.

[@RondaBernstein]

@@fredjones7705 They weren't actors. They are a symphony, and several choirs/chorales. It was still a flash mob. And FYI, all flash mobs are staged.

[@fredjones7705]

@@RondaBernstein Well if you were part of that "flash mob" you were a directed actor. It was a television commercial.

[@Tittleback]

@@RondaBernstein I looked up the drummer....well known classical musician.

[@miileeme]

Read the comments down here... to everyone who wishes the world were more like this video and less like the crap on the news, know that your comments showed me that this better world is out there.. in each one of you.. Thank you for bolstering my faith. Really needed it.

[@EvanCarmichael]

I love it!! Well said :) #BelieveNation #BTA974 Luka

[@tutibaker7261]

Maithili Desai anytime

[@countryboy5558]

This is always possible when people interact with people we only have problems when government try to interact with other governments

[@shubhodaye2152]

@@countryboy5558 very true...

[@bethreed-byrd8798]

As long as there is one person left in the world with music in his/her soul, there is hope enough in the heart to save the World.

[@amenamousa4657]

I loved how the little kids in the crowd were pretending to be conductors also that was an AMAZING performance!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you enjoyed it :) #BTA1335 Veljko

[@NanaSevers]

Especially the one up the light pole!

[@sdsures]

I used to do that as a kid, too! It's so great to get kids interested in music early on. Rock on!

[@colbyaguilar161]

@@a_stupid_idiot7045 Ling Ling could do it standing backwards blind-folded on top of the light pole

[@Zeuseus6609]

I'm in my 20's and i still do that with my hands when i hear a great piece of music

[@joangalt6270]

We need THIS type of flash mob more often in the world today!!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Absolutely! It was so much fun. 😄🕺 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@johanstruwig3815]

why?

[@feerdaustarmizi]

The kid that climb the light! She’s so adorable. How cute she is, with her smile of joy. Thanks to this orchestra group to bring the sweet moments for all of them. 😊

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching #Believe :) #BTA1572 Veljko

[@PreservationEnthusiast]

The orchestra was paid big money by the bank who sponsored it. It's full of subliminal advertising for the bank.

[@bobbybob3865]

I think the little girl is the daughter of the director.

[@heatherthurston7568]

My grandmother loved this song. We played it at her funeral. That was four years ago. This is the first time I've listened to it since then. Brought tears to my eyes and I remembered why she loved it so much. It was because we would listen to it together. Thank you for helping remember such a beautiful memory.

[@EvanCarmichael]

It's our pleasure, sending lots of love your way. 💛 #Believe - Feb

[@chrislaprise7745]

❤!

[@正雄正雄-c6m]

😀♥️

[@mikeholton9876]

anyone who loved this piece lived a beautiful life. celebrate her when you listen to this.

[@tamaraandersson2532]

Much love to you, Heather, and to your darling grandmother.

[@annavackova4130]

Love that the little girl stays there during all song

[@EvanCarmichael]

:) #BTA951 Luka

[@seasonrain2061]

Anna Vacková the worse part is nobody got her a chair what bad parents she has kids need their rest unless they are in motion just standing around is what working adults do...🤣😂🤣😂🤣🤣😂🤣😂

[@Figarro253]

@@seasonrain2061 Are you serious? Kids are capable to stand for few minutes, and she looks like a healthy kid.

[@neurologylove2135]

@@Figarro253 it was a joke.

[@lyricalpopcorn4461]

@@Figarro253 pretty sure it was a joke...

[@nancypollard4531]

People in the US need this more than ever today.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@EducatedSkeptic]

Oh, yes .... so much. That's why I'm here listening, with my eyes closed the first time through this magnificent piece, performed so beautifully....... and tears streaming down my face. So beautiful. THANK YOU SO MUCH for posting this - one of my favorite pieces, and by far one of my favorite performances!

[@melissasaint3283]

The Ode to Joy is surely one of the most beautiful things a human has ever created

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agreed :) #BTA952 Luka

[@seasonrain2061]

melissa saint nope twinkle twinkle little star still number 1.... it has the named “Star” in it. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@gabriel_the_salubri]

@melissa saint - I'd counter with Pachelbel's Canon in D, but either way they both move the soul.

[@lealea4728]

Amen

[@vwlz8637]

human?

[@elenag701]

I am so thankful to my music teacher in primary school for teaching us all of the classical songs and forcing us in choir to sing it cause I knew every word to this song albeit in my language, and I started crying cause it reminded me of the carefree school days. This was beautiful

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing with us, Elena. #BTA983 Luka

[@gokuson4238]

Me too!

[@marquess554]

You made me cry

[@DaniElleRF]

I didn’t learn the lyrics, but in my first piano lesson we learned how to play it on piano. It does bring back fond memories

[@humandog3240]

@@DaniElleRF Bells are ringing Hearts are singing Hymns of love and Life worthwhile Candle lights A lovely sight With singers marching Down the isle One man kind with One great mind Unites free in This joyful song

[@colton6366]

I cried with amazement. Just one act triggered a waterfall of gorgeous music. The crowds stopped. The music flooded the streets. Just one act and it's like everyone came together to just enjoy one beautiful moment in time.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts, glad you enjoyed it. 😊❤️ #Believe - Feb

[@ScottQueskekapow]

Yes.. additude is a little thing that makes a BIG difference...

[@richardbool4232]

here here but it was GENIUS MUSIC as Beethoven was deaf..

[@frandanco6361]

@@ScottQueskekapow attitude.. :)

[@frandanco6361]

@@lindzeesouperocd7558 No, just shut up... Troll...

[@BofaDsNutz]

Am I the only one who comes back and watches this every few months?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Welcome back Jason :)

[@jfredmuggs3586]

I have been revisiting this video for some years now - really nice to see the audience join in and sing!

[@louisayala]

No u not always watch this video or thing that plays ode. As they use to say it's my jam.

[@JoaoSoares-rs6ec]

No

[@paultrudelle8278]

I watch it EVERY month and always have tears and inspiration! I love how everyone is so UNITED in JOY!

[@kerriemccoll8947]

It brings tears to me thinking how the sound of this beautiful music can bring such a diverse crowd of people and strangers together. Keep it up

[@EvanCarmichael]

Sweet! 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@yacubnajimi1858]

This wasn't the flash mob video I thought I was clicking on, but I'm not complaining.

[@patmaurer8541]

Flashmobs make my heart happy 😊 A bunch of people taking time to prepare and share their talents for no other reason than to make a lovely surprise for a crowd of strangers. It spreads love anywhere to anyone. It a community hug! Please keep doing it ❤️

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@jensenpete]

Force their music or skits on unwilling and a captive audience of people going about their day

[@love2act35]

​@@jensenpeteforce?! Get real!! Every person who watched had the option of staying or leaving!!

[@fredjones7705]

Nice thought...but this was actually a professionally prodeced television commercial for the Bank of Sabadel.

[@Pete-ov7kj]

@@jensenpeteyeah, because you’re being forced to stay there and listen/watch. 🙄

[@Petersthetics74]

The little girl was like..."that was only a quarter, let's see what they do for a dollar ".

[@EvanCarmichael]

Lol :) #BTA1452 Veljko

[@sandrascott2606]

I was thinking that too! It would have been brilliant if she'd run forward and dropped more coins in, and all the musicians kinda look at each other, shrug, and launch into another song. Fabulous stuff.

[@royroy122]

Now 2

[@mjscrubs9506]

And that for a quarter or a peso.. Wow.. Just epic

[@jfan4reva]

For a dollar, you get the whole symphony. Lol!

[@jeannettebearden834]

I wish we could go back to the flash mob days. We all got a long so much better back then.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊❤️ #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@veroulinakesto563]

I wish the same too!!!!

[@patricialyons491]

Yes! So fun, creative & sharing the joyous energy of the group participation is really moving!

[@catlifechannel3886]

Music (and dance) is a great unifier.

[@tedhennings4746]

Won’t read any comments…..that this actually happened restores my faith in humanity and won’t have that rocked by pessimism or haters

[@kevinsb70]

I can't hear that song without tears flowing every time the choir breaks out. One of the best all times.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for watching Kevin. 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@Rita-ix3hr]

The same happens to me.

[@Constanze29]

Same here. So beautiful !!!

[@ricko2486]

I am a 68 year old man and this brings ME to tears every time I watch it, every, single, time.

[@jenniferbrighty5120]

Me too. This was so Beautiful and Amazing. I thought that as the World came out of this Pandemic, We'd see the Whole World Come Together. We had the Olympics were All Sportsmen and Women showed that we were Heading in the Right Direction and Now 3 Months into 2022 and it seems that , the World is Still So Far Apart. I Pray for Love, Peace And Joy to Return in Abundance. Love and Blessings to Everyone, No matter Who you are Or where you Are 🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤❣❣xxxxxxx ❤ ♥ 💖

[@aeios13]

That's the most awesome thing you can buy with a quarter!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agreed :) #BTA973 Luka

[@tutibaker7261]

Asisha Joseph ya

[@colinp2238]

It was set up. Do you really believe that the orchestra just happened to be there with their instruments out shopping one morning? The little girl looks a lot like one of the female violinists, probably her daughter or sister?

[@Jakehava]

@@colinp2238, Silly you, of course it was set up. Still, what an "...awesome thing..." to "...buy with a quarter!"

[@internettrash00]

@@colinp2238 bro everyone know, isn't that what flash mob is??

[@mandst5466]

There is a deep quality in us all that makes us cry with joy when we see and hear this kind of thing. It means something important! This exact feeling is what will, I hope, save humanity from itself.

[@gomphrena-beautifulflower-8043]

Alas, man cannot and will not. The heart is much too fickle. The “deep quality” within us surely is the raw yearning for something bigger than ourselves; yea, much bigger, though never gregariously overwhelming. Just what *is* this common denominator? It can only be one thing - and let all nature and the universe attest - that deep and abiding longing for God Himself, our very Creator and Sustainer. It is a foretaste of the coming uniting with Him and the Son in Oneness forever and ever. Ode to Joy, indeed.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Much love 😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@jcurry5524]

Very, very true.

[@lyndaelliott8660]

That was just beautiful! It made me cry and be full of joy all at once. Music is truly a gift from God! Thank you so much for sharing your gift!

[@ph1thym1es92]

Nice thought but it's just not realistic.

[@kevinolivia4249]

I cry everytime. My plan is to go deep backcountry next week. I will pray and listen to the Masters. There will never be any like them.

[@EvanCarmichael]

That sounds like a beautiful plan! What are you hoping to learn or feel while you’re out there? #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@nysprof]

When Beethoven wrote this symphony he was completely deaf. He never heard the symphony; he heard it in his mind. When the final cadence of the symphony was played, someone turned him (he conducted the symphony) around so he could see the cheering audience. This was his last symphony.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing Steven. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@thomasteufl70]

Beethofen feels the music

[@uwsgrrrl9981]

Gives me goosebumps every time I hear ODE TO JOY. Beethoven, my favorite classical composer.

[@winnie7922]

I love playing ode to joy on my violin, it’s so weird to think about how such a wonderful song was made by a man who was at the time deaf

[@stevefisher2610]

furthermore the words were added later by another,, he didnt have lyrics to this piece

[@tolleck-e3w]

I found myself crying... so beautiful , touching... That's actually the way we are supposed to be. . Randomly getting along altogether, adding each individualness to the whole. In this isolated quarantine time, it's even more moving scene. I wish you all well, my dear human companion.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you enjoyed it Stella, thanks for watching #Believe :) #BTA1647 Veljko

[@Jack44M]

You do realize this entire performance was staged. It's a bank commercial.... lol

[@moisesm9602]

@@Jack44M this is a long commercial

[@Jack44M]

@@moisesm9602 Yes....but a long commercial is still a commercial. lol It was staged and orchestrated

[@Jack44M]

@@installtherodent7571 "Now point to who asked?" Who asked what?

[@GalliumGX]

Meanwhile the first little girl is just standing there frozen in shock like “what beautiful creation have I unleashed”

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@kshitijawasthi7158]

@@EvanCarmichaelIt's great that you are reading and replying even after 6 years.

[@Lanceu]

@@EvanCarmichael sheeesh you still active in this video after 6 years huh

[@jeffjohnsisland5551]

@@kshitijawasthi7158 I have been watching this for so many years. Still a great feeling watching this.

[@keinname353]

You realize I hope that she is part of the act.

[@kenfreeman8888]

"So the other day I was walking down the street with my bassoon..." :-) Honestly, I'm impressed by the girl standing there for so long. Beautiful music. Thanks for sharing.

[@EvanCarmichael]

💛💛 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@charliekendel5440]

I love that guy at 4:12 who just can't believe what's happening and is just like "wow" with a smile full of joy in his face.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching :) #BTA1319 Luka

[@sallywiltshire7118]

I don’t want to. Leave this club.

[@gokuson4238]

True!

[@user-dw5ug8tl4i]

♥️♥️✨

[@imd123]

Same here!

[@ameenaola8872]

My favourite part was all the joy in those kids faces. This was truly amazing.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Awesome. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@annaharo481]

I remember watching this video when it was first released. Now, in this time of uncertainty, it brought tears to my eyes seeing such a beautiful thing. I’m glad I encountered this video in a time where hope is needed 💛 thank you

[@EvanCarmichael]

You're welcome Anna. Much love. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@generalpublic3744]

Awe inspiring music, I just love it!

[@vilmalugay3401]

Me too! I hope this pandemic ends soon so that this world would be better again. Keep safe everyone. God bless. Dec 20,2020

[@mahayuniisti4349]

Me too

[@mikehutchison4892]

@Sonia Williams No they’re not Sonia,this is what Homo sapiens are all about.There are many more of us than you think.Thanks for sharing the emotion.

[@janzawacki3650]

A world that does this with people showing such joy while watching is a world I want to live in. ❤❤❤

[@EvanCarmichael]

💕 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@weymian]

❤❤❤

[@lerkzor]

Ahh, to see the smiles blossoming upon the faces of the people listening - and the people performing. I wish that I had been there for the event, but even across thousands of kilometers and five years, this brought happiness to me. Thank you.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Much love CacheRAM. Thanks for watching! 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@pamgoad6025]

I know this video has been around for a while, but I needed to see it this morning. America could use one giant happy flash mob right now.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for watching Pam. :) #BTA319 Shine

[@corakiart]

Amen to that!!!

[@maryc8530]

It’s 2018 and America could use it even more now. Such beautiful music!

[@trenziedapug1428]

Planning on something:)

[@thetessellater9163]

Let's hope the current chaotic situation is over in a flash! Preferably, not nuclear!

[@RedPandas3111]

I come here every once in a while to feed my soul and intellect

[@EvanCarmichael]

Much love Romell. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@donnasweet3749]

I do too, no words.

[@03flhtcui]

Warms my heart. The world needs more of this.

[@EvanCarmichael]

💕 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@postie3331]

Have you noticed how music brings people together of all ages

[@EvanCarmichael]

Absolutely! Music unites people of all ages. 😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@jamesgehring8355]

Happens when we get together every time!

[@rebeca9571]

music brings people together, lets never forget that.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agree. Thanks for watching Rebeca. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@Frk_Tamer]

Sure it is. Music is, besides mathematics, the most universal language on this planet

[@sakeenasmith3164]

Yup, music and food!

[@thomsonnainggolan7193]

United the nation

[@erikhaaima1083]

yes, and europe divides people.....

[@victoriayoung6165]

It’s lovely when people come together in joy and appreciation….Imagine how the world could be if we all got together.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Indeed 🥰 #Believe - Feb

[@ericamccauley7609]

I'm still hoping it will oome, people have to realise that it's more important things in this world then money🤔🍀

[@MrNoturaveragerednek]

We do but moments like this are fleeting because we have such short memories.

[@durdicazoharbobock6173]

Imagine...

[@draculasneeze6681]

Always remember humans are capable of amazing things - amidst all we are told, keep this foremost.

[@ranakeen9884]

Every time I hear Ode to joy from beginning to end I still and will always gets chills all over. If I have a funeral when I die, I want this piece playing at full volume. This and moonlight sonata are my absolute favorite pieces of music ever.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Such amazing choices-both are pure masterpieces! Ode to Joy at full volume would be so powerful and moving. What do you love most about these pieces? #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@ranakeen9884]

@ I was about 5 years old when I heard moonlight sonata. I was very ill at the time and couldn’t get out of bed. I only had my little child record player and only one record. It was a compilations of children’s stories told by a man with a British accent. I had listened to it over and over until I couldn’t listen to it anymore so I crawled out of bed and went through my father’s record collection and picked 2 out because of the beautiful pictures on the covers. One was Ravel’s Bolero and the other was Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata. I don’t know how to describe the gut-punch I experienced when I listened to Moonlight. It was so profound and deep a feeling that later, much later, when I learned about Beethoven and his life story and about the abuse of his father which led to his deafness……I can’t help, but weep when ever I listen to these 2 pieces of music. And, could there ever be a piece of music that captures the feeling of pure joy more than his? I think not.

[@brandieblanco4007]

This shows how such a small thing can make a huge impact

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agreed! Thanks for watching :) #BTA834 Luka

[@seasonrain2061]

Blessed Skyrat still questionable to me how that even happened in the first place.🤔

[@emtervention]

Ar No the flash mob was planned duh

[@dc3811]

INDEED

[@chischilisnez7811]

I love how deeply the little children are affected by this tremendous piece by Beethoven. This music has the capacity to touch the soul, and believe me, little children's souls are deeply touched.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agreed 🙌😊 #Believe - Feb

[@guyheck9225]

Perv

[@chischilisnez7811]

@@guyheck9225 Get your mind out of the gutter.

[@pwilson6051]

That was amazing. It made my eyes tear up with joy at the love I felt spreading through the crowd.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching #Believe :) #BTA1479 Veljko

[@johnferguson40]

Just when I think there's NO hope, a beacon is lit.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@CSmith6075]

The song, the meaning, the spontaneity, the expressions on the people and those singing along, the child climbing the post to get a better view, and the child that started it all. It's all enough to bring tears to your eyes.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agreed, thanks for watching Kesia. #Believe :) #BTA1678 Veljko

[@reachjayson7857]

i simply cannot contain myself. This is beautiful.

[@anvi3969]

what song was this?

[@minimaker5600]

@@anvi3969 Beethovan's Ode to Joy

[@CarolinvonPetzholdt]

What a beautiful video 1. I was waiting for the little girl to sing when I notice it was a opera flash mob 2. I love how people just started smiling and being happy 3. I miss the times where you see people without masks 4. This puts a smile on my face 😊 Thank you for posting Evan!

[@EvanCarmichael]

You're welcome Carolin. Much love. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@kaykendall3659]

that is the beauty of music

[@lowersaxon]

Yes, wise words!

[@Gemski]

Is crying allowed?

[@joshevans7938]

I didn't ask permission.

[@monicasantoso4556]

The symphony brought tears to my eyes 🥲

[@EvanCarmichael]

💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@mochs62512]

Me too. No matter how many times i hear it

[@silen_cium]

I had little tears in my eyes to in german calls the song Freuderschöner Götterfunken =)

[@bethbartlett5692]

Yep, me too.

[@gyuuchan4047]

Me too,,,

[@BillNyez]

Music can change the world! I love that this video exists and keeps showing up in my feed at exactly the perfect time.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Welcome back Charlie :)

[@devonproffitt10]

I can not believe it took me 7 years to find this. Wow. I teared up because it was so breathtakingly beautiful. Well done.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Better be late than never. 😉 #Believe - Feb

[@triciac1019]

Same here!

[@正雄正雄-c6m]

感動しますよね。

[@abracadabra2395]

This made me cry. What a powerful piece and a beautiful way to experience humanity!

[@EvanCarmichael]

It's really powerful. Thanks for watching, Abra! #BTA959 Luka

[@mesee557]

My favorite parts are of the children having so much fun! Even the little babies all looked like they had smiles!!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Amazing, thanks for watching #Believe :) #BTA1551 Veljko

[@yogendhaneshwar]

Power of music❤🔥

[@jkspro5931]

A timeless piece like Ode to Joy is proof that immortality exists. Mozart, Beethoven, Pachbell, Tschaikovsky, Litzst, Haendel, Puccini, Williams, and many more classical composers will forever be Legends and myths. Thank you for sharing this video. I hope to see a symphony orchestra again - in live performance - before kicking the bucket.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Absolutely! Classical composers like Mozart, Beethoven, and others are indeed timeless legends. Thanks for sharing the video. Hopefully, you'll get to experience a live symphony orchestra performance soon! 😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@pauldjerassi620]

Wow so beautiful Thank you everyone for giving me such a rich start to my Sunday .

[@EvanCarmichael]

Have a great day Paul! :) #BTA1332 Luka

[@diamondchoochoo6341]

The fact that this guy is still replying after 5 years is amazing Edit: OML! Thank you guys for the likes this is my most liked comment🥰

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the love Diamond Choohoo. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@tontawan_gf]

@@EvanCarmichael we love this truly 😊❤️

[@inesitaprem8282]

epic

[@noranason6521]

I know right!? I think he may have earned a sub from me

[@susanolson3611]

🙂

[@hazapots1]

I’ve been watching this video on/off for years every time I have one of those moments where life seems to be getting the better of me I put this on It never fails to bring me out from the grey clouds seeing all those happy faces from all walks of life listening to a wonderful piece of music never fails to bring a joyful tears to my eyes

[@EvanCarmichael]

Sending lots of love. ❤ #Believe - Feb

[@karinnylund807]

So so true, it's true Divine joy brought to us, I share it, and I also listened to it when life is a bit hard, and it always lifts me up so that I can see things in a new higher perspective. And listen to this, when I'm already joyful and happy, OMG it brings me straight into heavenly realms😁 Thank you soo much for sharing this and helping so many of us finding joy in those very challenging times🙏❤🙏❤🙏

[@DoubleSaltedEggYolkShark]

Just happened to see this video. I’m 62 and I love to see this type of orchestra and church choirs. My heart melts to see older musicians and the happy crowd. I feel so melancholic but happy. Thank you very much. ❤️

[@Choirnusiclub100]

♥🌈💙💜❤🥰🧐🤣😭

[@pvtimms2]

You have beautifully articulated my exact thoughts and feelings!

[@dogsratsfishcats]

Thank you so much to everyone who performed in this beautiful event!! ❤ what an inspiration! I love to see the innocent joy of the children in the crowd and equally so, the adults who stopped to realize that this is a once in a lifetime special experience they had been blessed with 😊 What a gift!

[@EvanCarmichael]

❤️❤️ #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@Delightful1]

Just once in my life I'd love to experience something like this. I imagine this what heaven is like.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Maybe someday Heather #Believe :) #BTA1568 Veljko

[@aderiancreature8464]

Get part of something like this. It is an awesome feeling when you create great emotions like this in others and also the work before is amazing as well, getting a part of the team and feeling stronger boundaries to the others working with you. I can only recommend it

[@xamyx2205]

Back in 1989, my school choir was one of several chosen to be part of the "1,000 Voice Choir" at Disneyland to set off the Holiday Season. After we finished performing, we were allowed to play in the park, and of course just about everyone ran to Space Mountain, and the line was really long... Out of boredom, I casually started singing one of the carols, and my friends joined in one by one. Then it spread to others in our immediate area, and so on, until it seemed everyone in line was singing 8-parr harmonies... Back then there was no formal concept of a "Flash Mob", but it was still really fun.

[@bmental2134]

heather, thank you for your comment. I hope this is what heaven is like, I really hope so. I hope God will have mercy on my soul, and let me into heaven, where there is no more heartache, no more pain, where the lion lays down with the lamb, where get to lay my burden down, and finally enter in to His blessed eternal peace and rest. Amen. Amen.

[@su-rv2uq]

It would be a highlight of my life!

[@bravosierra2447]

Listening in 2020 Christmas Eve. This is sorely needed.

[@louchat333]

Listening Christmas Day. One of the most beautiful pieces of music ever written.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Much love Bravo Sierra. Merry Christmas. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@bgrmersonsmith2380]

@ Bravo Sierra Listening in 2020 the day after Christmas. You're right definitely needed. Very touching.

[@premiumheadpats4150]

@@louchat333 Still pretty cool the beginning of the second day after Christmas.

[@louchat333]

@@premiumheadpats4150 wonderful any day.

[@madharts007]

This gives my heart such hope. Absolutely stunning.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Sweet. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@saliciousable]

This is amazing. I loved how the majority of people didn't waste time filming! Those two girls conducting in the crowd were delightful❤.

[@EvanCarmichael]

💕 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@maryyaismail2923]

I've been watching this video for six years every time I feel down, and I always finish it with the happiest of tears. The children are priceless- I always wait for the lamp post girl's conducting, it's so cinematic

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing that Mary and for watching. 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@davidkubicki2564]

The little girl is so hart warming.

[@carolbiegungooding]

The sense of community and the shared joy. Some of the best experiences for humanity

[@EvanCarmichael]

🥰💛 #Believe - Feb

[@MK-fp5ns]

humanity was created for things like this. i am so glad that youtube recommended this to me.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you like it :) #BTA1332 Luka

[@elsablue3646]

The bible says we were created to praise and glorify God youre so right!

[@robwhythe793]

I sang the Ode to Joy at the Royal Festival Hall in London in 2007, as part of a massed amateur choir. This video brought it all back to me in an emotional rush, sharpened by the disaster of Brexit. And as I write, with tears of sadness and regret, the sun has just come out, outside my window. We'll be back with you before too long, singing with you again.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing. #Believe - Feb (From Evan's team)

[@djscrewed13]

Best flash mob so far this was great even in 2019

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you enjoyed it :) #BTA1300 Luka

[@gokuson4238]

Indeed it was! God Bless! 😀

[@glorialewis8227]

I wish they still did these flash mobs. Human beings actually enjoying one another.

[@ericjade]

The emotions that music can draw out of you...can't even explain how it made me feel. Very well done.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you enjoyed it :) #BTA962 Luka

[@susannedawi5790]

what makes this incredibly enjoyable is the reaction of the public. Look what a beautiful piece of music does with people. Thank you for sharing!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you enjoyed it :) #BTA947 Luka

[@RobertShannon-cu7iz]

Love the kids' reactions. Good music reaches all generations.

[@EvanCarmichael]

💕 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@julianatoledo3352]

This is so beautiful! Got emotional and cried when the choir started to sing. Spoke direct to my soul

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad it resonated with you Juliana. 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@jenniferbrighty5120]

It had the same affect on me. The World should have been Filled Eithove, Peace and Joy especially as we've All suffered so much due to The Worldwide Pandemic.❤❤ Unfortunately this doesn't seem to be so. The World Needs Healing and togetherness, not Hatred and Division, but Love Peace and Joy. Many Blessings to everyone No matter Where You Are or Who You Are 🙏🙏🙏 Amen. Love from England xx ❤❤

[@woodrat2296]

I'm almost 100% certain that Beethoven had exactly this kind of performance in mind when he composed it.. A joyful sound for the masses, especially the children.

[@EvanCarmichael]

🥰 #Believe - Feb

[@alanclark9326]

He had just went def this is a beautiful work but by the end I only hear pure anger.

[@CougheePls]

@@alanclark9326 I hear enlightenment and triumph, especially after the somber/tense/romantic movements before this one (1st-3rd movements)

[@alanclark9326]

@@CougheePls yes I’m aware of that interpretation.

[@danmcglaun1]

I am a musician, not by profession but for the pure joy of it. At 3:25, where those two little girls are conducting out of pure happiness,.... that's what we do it for. A successful performance for sure!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing, we wish you all the best. 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@hubbabubba6467]

YES !!! I've watched this several times and I look for the joy on the faces of those 2 little girls each time, always brings a smile to my face .....and my heart !!!!

[@Waqaa5224]

It's awesome to see happiness n joy in people through music Pure joy Touching

[@CallMeGailyn]

Oh, yes, exactly! It is not about the money but the heart!

[@ethenhilbink221]

I have heard this song so many times, and I still love it. It makes me happy when I am having a rough day. Thank you, heir Bethoveen for writing such a beautiful song

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊❤️ #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@savanasavana1491]

I'm literally crying. this is very beautiful. Will it be that one day the world will return to normal and that kind of thing happen again ?!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Maybe one day. 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@markfox1545]

'Literally crying'? So...crying, you mean.

[@alyssabardoun7644]

@@markfox1545 no need to be rude, think and spread positivity :)

[@frandanco6361]

@@markfox1545 Go away troll boy...

[@dodyadkins1796]

Normal isn't coming back, but Jesus is!

[@dimplebacus9678]

This got me teary-eyed and I had goosebumps. Amazing!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you enjoyed it :) #BTA967 Luka

[@LGrey-zl8mi]

Same ❤️

[@dailybigs6714]

for honestly, I want to see more like this in 2020.

[@mikegates127]

In our virtual world during the stay at home orders Playing For A Change had had some amazing collaboration performances with musicians across the world!!!

[@SasaJott]

Well...

[@susanarvold]

Music heals the soul.Something we all in common.# bring the music back!

[@bennieknape4857]

@Master Yoda covid is on the way out !

[@Leeknow_is_perfect_the_end]

@Green Future mars?

[@mambostirfry]

I’ve seen this video many times and every time it’s new and brings me to tears…of joy.

[@EvanCarmichael]

💕 #Believe - Feb (From Evan's team)

[@newwavepop]

when someone starts playing one of the most beautiful, glorious, powerful and moving songs man has ever created you stop and listen.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching! #Believe - Feb

[@madclown7308]

I love how kids love and appreciate this kind of music in an era where pops and rock songs domain

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching :) #BTA1453 Veljko

[@cyodylolgaming]

I think this type of music beats all the new rubbish xD

[@lilsammich8252]

Some music moves your booty some music moves your soul. The movement is the key.

[@unga_bunga6004]

@Aydon Joseph yep but this is good to and dont forget about the 60s 70s and 90s

[@marychristie4815]

@John T. Deck You know how rare it is to find these kinds of reasonable comments on videos about classical music lol? The comment section is always full of music elitists who likely aren't even huge fans of classical.

[@rogerbannon3595]

I played this again for the first time in ages and it still moves me to tears of joy.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Aw 🥰💛 #Believe - Feb

[@michaelccopelandsr7120]

It's my allergies.

[@frogkisser]

Me Too!!!

[@amylustig2384]

i cry every time i hear this played.

[@BobG127]

I don't know how many times that I have watched and listened to this. I never tire of it. Every time, it brings a tear to my eye. For me, music is all about how it moves people. For me, this is as moving as music can be. Young, old, and everyone in between in this video were all affected. Bravo -- and thank you -- to all of the.musicians who made this experience possible.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Sending love your way. 💛 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@trishmccarthy1676]

I've been watching this for years! Have it bookmarked on my desktop and now it's LIKED on my tablet. It's just one of those rare videos you need to keep close to you.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Awesome to hear that Trish #Believe :) #BTA1604 Veljko

[@marionhyperlance]

Imagine if after the Pandemic, we will just see more of this EVERYWHERE in the world

[@EvanCarmichael]

#Believe :) #BTA1558 Veljko

[@kiranshukla9869]

Hope so

[@EH-ji2re]

That would be wonderful !

[@darlalong1957]

This has Changed Us...

[@letsprayandfasttogether9618]

We will see great evil like never before but also great love like never before

[@craigcorson3036]

Oh, to live in a place where such events actually occur! Joy, indeed!! Come to think of it, I _do_ live in such a place; it's called Earth. I love you, humanity!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Yayyy! #Believe 💛😊 - Dondon