Flash Mob at the Bank of America Tower - CMC @ NY - Chamber Music at Its Best!

[@ChamberMusicCenter]

CHECK OUT OUR 10TH ANNIVERSARY FLASHMOB FROM DECEMBER 2022 HERE: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpXJoHiqqp2fa5Y

[@52daa]

I pray you are correct😊

[@marcelrey9533]

Young kids swapping their phones for instruments! Hands up anyone else who would like to see more of that? 👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🎻🪕🎸🎺🎷🥁🎼

[@markcooper7605]

I'm always impressed by the bravery of the first person to start playing.

[@patersonplankrd]

Being from the NY Metro are and having worked in NYC for many years, one thing that is prevalent are street performers of all kinds. Musicians are most popular.So, it's nothing new. Many of the players are just so talented. Tell ya what...I used to make sure I'd get to certain parks just to listen in during lunch..

[@JohnnyPeacock1959]

Me too.

[@bingbongabinga2954]

The biggest show off.

[@HannibalFan52]

@Вий Кащеев No need to be nasty. Not everyone has the gumption to be the first one out there in a situation like this. And who says these are professionals who do this for a living? A lot of these performers are children, likely students, not regular performers. Performing in a concert is one thing; performing in a space where the performance is unexpected is something totally different. The reaction of the passersby could have been very negative, so yes, it *does* take a certain amount of bravery.

[@TruckTaxiMoveIt]

If you can see the teacher had his back and fully supported the rest of her team.

[@JohnnyPeacock1959]

When I see Children playing Classical Music, it fills me with joy. They will ensure that all the Great Composers will never be forgotten

[@benweldon2365]

same thing I posted... glad we're out there... [I'm not sure I can relate to a person clicking thumbs down to children performing in public, bringing a little light into the lives of strangers. Oh well, does anyone realize what it takes to make a New Yorker stand still for 5 minutes?]

[@karenklinck1431]

And their mothers in the background with cameras...

[@gloriakoch4242]

Keep the music/bands/orchestras in schools. That is where this kind of music blooms.

[@eduardomoreno8467]

Beautiful

[@djmyk74]

True, i totally agree with you . Respect.

[@ritacoslow8885]

It takes me to another world where there's no anger, no war.

[@sjtom57]

Whenever I watch something like this I think maybe there's hope for the human race after all.

[@huirant287]

Did I just see your comment under the Ode to Joy flash mob vid? Lol

[@wendycarter5718]

And then .......... !!

[@jimmyolsen5897]

Maybe

[@arlogutierrez2405]

There is but music is so under rated we need it back in schools

[@neilwilliams7479]

Yes there is and let’s hope it transmits to the ones who thing that they are right and only they are right

[@annek1226]

Do these children have any idea how impressive they are?!?!

[@ranlieu250]

Yes, they do! And they will carry it throughout their lives.

[@31088frank]

I really enjoyed that.. Very talented young people

[@TruckTaxiMoveIt]

"any" ? Yes, but not until after the applause -- and you know there's still somebody checking in on KZbin looking at the comments. As they feel the love they become more confident more emboldened more daring and more motivated to strive.

[@patrickboyle2567]

So fantastic to see the younger generations being encouraged to learn, play, enjoy and let others enjoy this type of music!!

[@patriciabajcer8930]

I saw this originally 6 years ago and fell in love with it. I, too, was in a chamber music youth orchestra 65 years ago in my home town. I can’t tell you how it changed my life and in the ways it changed me forever. For twenty more years I was always in some orchestral or choral group-and being involved in group musical activity taught me about the needs of the group being more important than the needs of one and eventually led to me becoming a scholar of the U.S.Constitution in my retirement. In the intervening years I had a wonderful nursing career that was, in itself, so fulfilling. I can look back and be happy with most of my life-not perfect. . .maybe a marriage or two that could have been eliminated-got a wonderful daughter out of it-and I think that my lifelong satisfaction with the ups and downs of my life began with my chamber music experiences-weird, I know, but indescribable in allotted space.🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️👍👍👍

[@keithmccabe4040]

Nine years ago, and it still resonates. We need more of this in today's world!

[@JZ-gr1tz]

We need in USA less of that to Nothing While aware performing. Such pretending on oher side wered ignoring the Sabotaged to certain totally unacceptable and unethical practices that has lead till today Never did it better for us or any for that matter is nothing of such. Such sabotaged all Including no limit to Holidays gathering with in. Family friend s while Sam time even giem I to others. .. Guess what. Yeas as u know all. Out of that. Family Soon that cancel to us like any other relg Cuz in a time of. Global war in usa non of u will have. Anything at all l zero

[@Alifietje]

Deze muziek is tijdloos eeuwig mooi.🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤ Dankjewel mensen.

[@Alifietje]

😊😊😊😊😊 Heerlijk die kinderen met zoveel overgave zien spelen. 🎉🎉🎉

[@larry-naylor]

The Bach was stunning but when they started playing Palladio by Karl Jenkins I cried. What a talent bunch these youngsters are, they deserve to go far.

[@croftethan]

First off, thank you, CMC for giving this delightful piece to the public to hear. Next, I wonder, how could ANYONE give this a thumbs down? I understand classical music is not everyone's taste, just like "pop" and "hip-hop" aren't mine, but look at all the hard work that went into this. Music is difficult enough as it is, and the strings are some of the hardest instruments to play and sound great!!! These performers were EXCELLENT!!!

[@barbarapettry6817]

I have always liked classical music and other kinds, too. My mom had a "Carmen" album and I listened to it enough that I would recognise a lot of the music, even now. But recently I heard a duet that captivated me and I heard a portion of it on an older TV series and went looking for the name of the music and who was singing. It was: Jussi Björling & Robert Merrill / Pearl Fishers Duet Aug 1, 2007. Hearing this for the first time floored me. So not all who listen to pop or rock or such thumb their noses up at classical, not even opera. 🙂

[@patfoxworthy406]

@@barbarapettry6817 n no

[@KarinHelga-zb6rn]

I admire it particularly that they play something so difficult without scores in front of them,everything by heart! Stunning and beautiful! Like the man said its amazing!!❤.To think that I listened to it here in South Africa!!😮

[@craigr.johnson2079]

These kids are truly gifted. I is nice to see such youngsters enjoying playing the classics.

[@DiZastur]

amazing what kids can do when they fork over their phones

[@kmaassociates7999]

THIS is why music and athletic programs MUST be included in every academic program. This is Dedication and Hard Work = Accomplishment and Self Respect on display. These activities have always been a very positive influence, and always well received by the public. * NOTE: Over the last 15 years+ these music and athletics oriented activities have proven beneficial, nay necessary, when used in a specific form, as a 'therapy' that garners excellent results when treating various developmental disorders like autism. I miss my days in orchestra and marching band.

[@timeforthinkers7418]

Don't know about the rest of you, but this made my heart soar. It must have been awesome in person. Thanks to each one of you for the lovely Christmas gift.

[@millychurbuck6925]

Really delightful to see and hear.

[@britannia55]

It's lovely to see these talented children play, well done to their mums and dads for supporting their children

[@millychurbuck6925]

So fun to listen to.

[@Comdesron17]

3 great things I've noticed with this video .... the talent of these children & they are all different nationalities which makes the United States even greater, oh -- and they're playing great music

[@nicu_danciu]

That’s what I noticed too!!!

[@かわいいねこ-f9y]

Th

[@archstanton390]

No music sheets.

[@mishafrog8786]

Pleasure to see the younger generation with large smiles playing.

[@viperjul]

Moved to tears by these fine, talented, young people, who put on an extraordinary performance of very beautiful music. BRAVO!!! You’ve blessed me immensely!

[@TGomez90]

I rarely comment on KZbin but this touches my heart and soul as soon as I realized it was all kids i just cried tears of happiness and hope and thank you fellow parents for exposing your kids to excellent music and the freedom to be what they desire! Kids be what you want to be no matter who you identify has kids are the future! We all must unite, respect and unite with each other!

[@cathylaycock5598]

Those children are so talented! Lovely to see them doing music with so many schools removing arts and music programs. Kids need to find themselves in the arts!

[@ecuadorexpat8558]

God bless these beautiful children.. our Hope for tomorrow.. Merry Christmas to all

[@zenon3021]

god is a myth; the Bible a creative-fiction book (hence the talking trees & talking animals) P.S - how millions of kids die to starvation and disease each year?

[@williamtreed1]

What a fine performance by very talented young people who are clearly enjoying themselves!

[@JaneA544]

Such a joy to listen to such talent i wish them all the best for their bright futures

[@markheddington]

It's so Nice to See & Hear the Musicians play. A Big Thank You to All Musicians Everywhere. We Need More Positivity in this World.

[@angelakoreth5345]

i find these flash mob performances fascinating ... bringing fine music to those who have the time and the ears to hear ... thank you to all the performers.

[@ninadabbracci4040]

Brilliant! What a wonderful moment in time. Bravo to all the young musicians and their teachers.

[@AftabGujral]

That was brilliant... Absolutely fabulous. "...large violin..." LOL The 'large' violins were great, so were the little ones. The young musicians were so impressive

[@leahlivingston5587]

“Uh yes, this young man just walked in with a large violin.” *TRIGGERED*

[@valkyrie1066]

LOVE it! They are very, very good for their ages! So happy to see them so young with so much potential.

[@leoconcon3969]

People born of music are people who are peace and loving individual. The music that they brought brings joy and colorful aura of this wonderful world that we live. I love and admired their ways. I love u guys. Fr The Philippines

[@AlejandroMartinez-vb4ob]

Its always fun when someone gives a piece of their talent , music playing good for the soul.

[@geisterglow4857]

yo people. stop fighting. everything is miraculous if you take your time to just look around you for just a short moment. love you all my brothers and sisters. peace to all.

[@sirmeowthelibrarycat]

😀 Outstanding performance by such talented young people! This is what happens when opportunities exist to develop a child’s interest in music. Bravo!

[@ianbruce4314]

All ages, all countries, fantastic, played beautiful... Thank you🤔

[@lise736]

FANTASTIQUE ! Quel merveilleux cadeau de Noël offert par ces jeunes artistes. J'admire le courage du premier musicien qui vient s'assoir tout seul pour commencer à jouer ! GRAND BRAVO à TOUS et Merci pour ce spectacle

[@timeforthinkers7418]

It is so wonderful to see/hear so many young musicians this accomplished. Very uplifting. Bless you for sharing this

[@treywest268]

Truly heartwarming and wonderful to watch this. These young musicians gives me hope that not all is lost. May they live long happy and blessed lives for the joy that they brought to those who watch this.

[@DeeB424]

The talent of our young and the fearlessness of their bravery to just jump in public and play such beautiful music. Thank You

[@edjarrett3164]

I think classical music played in public is what it was designed for. The ensemble was amazing with really talented kids embracing old but everlasting music. I think most people have this visceral appreciation for classic music. While that may not be their preference, they are drawn to that basic acknowledgement of music roots.

[@seratonin7004]

I was looking at the incredible skill of the younger children - then realised they're all grown by now! It would be amazing to repeat this at 10 years...

[@gibbs1966]

I have only one thing to say BRAVO Greetings from Oslo,Norway

[@philsmith2346]

BRAVO from western West Virginia, United States!

[@2eleven48]

Truly remarkable. Some of those children smiling like it's the biggest hoot, but playing quite exactly and beautiful. Thank you from Britain.

[@marylowther8495]

Fortunate bystanders! I was fortunate enough to be enjoying lunch on the sidewalk many years ago when a string quartet set up next to my table to practice and busk at the same time. Brandenberg concerto number two has held a special place in my heart ever since.

[@jtwattsmusic]

But look at all of those tiny cellos!

[@StanGraham1]

Too funny!!! LOL!!!

[@sailingaway8466]

"man just walked into lobby with large violin..." Bless the youth of our country who know that to harmonize and unite is a gift.

[@evanofelipe]

Musically talented and gifted children provide us with a powerful assurance that goodness will continue in this challenging World of ours.

[@haryburtoiu5111]

GOD BLESS THE KIDS FOR THEIR TALENT AND WORK !!! AND GOD ALSO BLESS THEIR PARENTS AND TEACHERS !!! THE PLANET IS NOT LOST YET.

[@user-oy6nb4nd7v]

They were in tune! - Shows they were well trained.

[@lesteram]

The smiles on the kids faces made this special.

[@joannbafaro6132]

What a brave, talented, young man!

[@jaaksavat7916]

The magic of music but when passionate young people play, it becomes such beautiful inspiration to humanity

[@peterglover5118]

Lovely to watch, young musicians appreciated by the crowd WOW!!!

[@russellmarra8520]

So young and playing so beautifully. Can you imagine what they'll be capable of when they grow up?

[@Logan-jj7vx]

As long as continuous generations of talented people perform their magic, the arts will forever endure!

[@jaygordon7613]

The pure genius of J.S.Bach, who couldn't even hear the music he composed.

[@janeforeman2690]

What a marvelous joy it must be to be part of a group bringing this deep joy to others. Many thanks!

[@josephobrien2142]

Why do so many people say they don’t like classical music yet to stop and listen to it? Brilliant young musicians 👏👏👏👏👏

[@allisondickey3909]

Not all children want to be rock stars. Thank God for these wonderful children, who will allow the World remember who were the reality, true great composers.

[@merlin8537]

What a lovely gift from these young people! Bravissimo!

[@billk9856]

"A young man just walked into the lobby with a large violin" .... America ... cultural capital of the world.

[@dee_dee_place]

I love how the girls handed off their phones for their violins. I go to Chamber Music concerts at the local University's music school. We've had performers from around the world visit us, & delight us with their beautiful performances. It was so lovely to see & hear a flash mob perform chamber music. Thank You.

[@keithwilsher1213]

189 people who gave this the thumbs down, you can buy hearing aid batteries at most big stores and pharmacists.

[@MrChieen]

@John Cliff 🤣

[@crustycurmudgeon2182]

You get the Crusty "Seal of Approval" on that one, keith!

[@oldenweery7510]

@@crustycurmudgeon2182 From one curmudgeon to another: I agree!

[@vickielam8527]

And to the person who voiced "a man walked in with a large violin" may want to get a picture book to see the difference 😂

[@mitchellschwartz6766]

Best response ever!

[@lomgshorts3]

I would sooner entrust my future to these young people than anyone else. They have a dedication so seldom seen in this world that makes me trust them. The hours practicing, the skills they learn and earn, the old music they play for anyone for nothing. Of course, they play the music that pleases them! Why not, as they are playing the music they love. Flash mobs like this, how can anyone protest what and how they do this?

[@mikehill3996]

Proud of these young ladies and gentlemen for their dedication and ability! Bravo!

[@glitcheymage509]

Amazingly good for their ages!! Thank you for letting us see and hear this.

[@lucybowers7933]

WishI could, one day, LUCK into one of these lovely, serendipities! 🥰

[@thewideawakeclub4843]

Would love to be in the middle of a flash mob. Right day, right place, right time.

[@richardkritikos6578]

Brilliiant. Just what we needed... Young and no so, playing together as ONE. The scores what resonate within the hearts of man, evermore.

[@DeeB424]

This was the greatest gift any person could give to strangers. I loved flash mobs because they showed talent and bravery and just a free expression of here you go. Have a great day!

[@suzm8171]

BRAVI!!!!! (there's always room for cello!) and they have all memorized the music!

[@ElizabethAbel7]

Love the musicians who bring art and joy to our environment. Oh the hours of practice - thank you.

[@alexanderlozhkin1516]

Низкий поклон учителям за тренировки, ну и, разумеется, детям за старания.

[@BuddhatheBlackDog]

our country needs so much more of this.

[@ChamberMusicCenter]

We're working on it...

[@stater3]

As they say, music is a universal language and these youngsters have no problem speaking it. Fantastic!!!

[@kathyhelder6439]

"A man just walked into the lobby with a large violin" - Lol. I love flash mobs! So much fun and to watch people stop and gather. Awesome. These people playing are so wonderful to do this to share their work!! The kids around starts handing over the cell phones and begins to play. A message here! Love it. Wonderful job! Very talented young people!

[@baud4955]

I believe the Earth needs a World Flash Mob Day. Let us change the world! Pass it on! 🙏💖

[@lonelyp1]

I think that is a great idea. How can I support it when I have zero musical talent?

[@baud4955]

@@lonelyp1 You don't need to be musical, you just need to pass on the message! The idea is if enough people like the idea then maybe the UN or at least countries will support it. It is a long lonely road, my friend, but all ideas start someplace! 🙏💖

[@lonelyp1]

@@baud4955 This is the kind of thing that is desperately needed in America RIGHT NOW!!! before there is another mass killing.

[@aestheticman2662]

Just MESMERIZING! Loved the KIDS' playing so elegantly. The sitting lady who plays cello must be their instructor/coach. She keeps following and conducting them with her eyes. Am I right?

[@barbarapettry6817]

That's the one I asked about. She obviously is leading them and an adult is with each group of instruments, or so it appears?

[@acehoundberry7342]

"a young man just walked into the lobby with a large violin" I know that was a joke but XD 0:20

[@fridamerks4669]

Wonderful those young People getting together ❤️

[@shellyslioneyes]

Absolutely amazing. I looked away a minute and thought I was at a world famous symphony!!!!

[@robertflegal1735]

Excellent performance. The different age range of the musician is wonderful.. String music is always a pleasure to listen to!!!

[@nancyjohnson8363]

I miss my string students. 😥 I taught 30 children 16 and under strings. This just took me back. BRAVO!!

[@barbarapettry6817]

How old was the youngest?

[@MarthaRodriguez-hy3xf]

Our young people at they best. Listen to young people playing classical music give a sense of hope.

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

If you need to know the future is bright...watch these!

[@eyecatchersplasticcardseve4247]

How wondeful to see these young ladies and young men playing such beautiful music...inspiring!

[@sharongeorge5449]

Such beauty, such joy; a true celebration of music lifting the mind and spirit.

[@Watcher1852]

this NEEDS to HAPPEN ALL THE TIME

[@krakatoa1200]

Brilliant, young musicians all is not lost with the world.

[@v.dargain1678]

Many blessings to all the performers . That was excellent !

[@edkennard72]

I absolutely love the music and the fact that young children are able to play these instruments and not be sitting in front of a video game or getting in trouble they are doing something that they truly enjoy and that's making beautiful music

[@pierredemaret4818]

I do agree with you. Nice comments

[@trimntim]

To see young people working hard and doing something well, is always a joyful inspiration to me. A warm thank you to those who are wise enough to help them along the way. :)

[@joycefroney6162]

Talented youth, classical music will live!

[@thomengel9720]

These people are playing way past their years! Bravo!

[@consuelita]

one of the best flash mob performing by kids. BRAVO!

[@lilithrogers5204]

Oh, Wonderful!!! these young people are soooo talented!! T🥰🥰🥰hank You

[@pariah1234]

I love that the musicians are smiling

[@azdesertgray5937]

This is now on my bucket list - to see/hear a classical music flash mob in person.