The Most Heartwarming Reaction Ever

[@lorihayward7283]

I’m humbled to have been one of the choir members singing with the glorious Sissel. She transported us! Right after this concert, the world shut down for Covid. We literally slowed down. Sissel kept our souls going.❤

[@SingerGuy59]

@@lorihayward7283 This was my first concert as a retired choir member enjoying the concert from the audience. It was an incredible experience to just sit and absorb the music. I will never forget that moment.

[@andrewjosepholson]

I had the rare privilege of being in the audience for this concert. Sissel had also performed with the Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square in 2006 for their annual Christmas concert, and I was really looking forward to seeing her perform again. When this number, “Slow Down,” started, after about 20 or 30 seconds, there was this sensation like electricity in the air. As far as I could tell, everyone in attendance (21,000 people), knew that they were witnessing something very special. At the end of the song, there is the brief pause. It seemed like it lasted for a minute, but it was only a second or two, and there was perfect, sacred stillness. Then everyone leapt to their feet. (Or slowly pulled themselves upright, for us older kids.) But the ovation went on and on. Sissel was very emotional. The audience was very emotional. Her voice is like crystal and chimes. It was a highlight of my life, I can tell you that. Thank you for your reaction to this!

[@OzzieandHarriett]

@andrewjosepholson My husband and I were there, too! It was truly amazing.

[@Livhappy25]

@@OzzieandHarriettI was there too It was amazing

[@jsagersmusic8734]

I was there, too! I was only 5 rows from Sissel and watched as the tears came to her eyes. It is something I will cherish for the rest of my life.

[@sallywardle14]

@andrewjosepholson I was lucky to be there in 2006, too.

[@5tephenD]

I heard Sissel's performance for the first time only a couple of weeks ago, and replayed it several times.... I realized I was hearing a divine voice behind hers. I'm a little envious of you in the audience ;)

[@cjextreme]

21,000 people and not a sound the entire time. Everyone knew their lives had changed. 6 years later and I still listen with just as much respect as that day.

[@nancyosmond919]

I was in the audience for this performance. The entire 20,000 seat Conference Center was silent, drawn in, and participating with her and the angel choir for what felt like a sacred prayer. I'm happy you are able to experience it as well. I will never forget that experience.

[@Sebastian-qm9si]

Sissel is the national treasure of Norway. She is incredible!

[@AnneLund80]

My husband and I were there too! Not a dry eye in the audience. It was one of those moments you just sit in stunned silence, and rapture. The applause was a standing ovation for at least 5 minutes, and when Sissel teared up the applause increased. We all shared a moment of peace and beauty and communion with God.

[@NativeTexan-fm5dy]

Angelic is the perfect word to describe this. Absolutely beautiful. So glad you reacted to this one.

[@beckers68]

I was in the audience during this performance and it was just as emotional and as beautiful for us. Everyone was moved, including Sissel. I think that she even cried at the end. We definitely all felt the Lord's Spirit that day.

[@laurenmaddox3063]

Sitting here watching this for the first time as well. I am balling my eyes out in the best way. I have had two miscarriages and am currently pregnant. We are worried about this one also being a miscarriage. This is a message I needed to hear. Be still and know that He is God.

[@CamiRush]

@@laurenmaddox3063 - praying for you sister. Hope you get your little miracle.

[@laurenmaddox3063]

@@CamiRushthank you! So far, things are looking good ❤

[@user-JLV700]

Don't be sorry, she did her job singing and bringing out our emotions. Drying my eyes as well.

[@kentroskelley1389]

The applause and standing ovation were not only for Sissel the orchestra and choir, but for the songs message.

[@ilonadever8249]

You've heard the choir before. What amazed me with this piece was the restraint they maintained throughout the performance. May I suggest that you react to their version of Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing. Sissel's voice and her ability to express the emotion here was so touching. Watching with you was wonderful!

[@tenabarnes2064]

It was stated that during her performance, that someone in the audience stated, you could hear a pin drop. The spirit of the singer overwhelmed everyone that was listening in a very spiritual positive experience.

[@Spencer_Beard]

The audio for the recording doesn't do it justice, just how thunderous that applause is. The Conference Center at Temple Square is massive on the inside. 21k attendees all united in applause, in a hall built for acoustics is borderline deafening. It's tremendous. One of the best performances ever at that hall

[@normanmeharry58]

Siss had just turned 50 here but still has it. She is a consummate professional performer. Her advantage in singing faith songs is that she believes... sincerity.

[@sisselfan]

Thank you for reacting to the biggest female singer of Norway. Hope to see more reactions of Sissel on your channel. She is one of a kind.

[@VikingReacts]

Stunning in every way!

[@Katybug335]

That was just beautiful. To have the Tabernacle Choir as your backup vocals….incredible! And yes, more Tabernacle Choir. I have a lot of their music, both religious and secular.

[@BrendaKruger-o5n]

Beautiful. Sounds like angel voices to me. ❤ Mary b.

[@brittjannesath2539]

She looks stunning, and she has a voice like an angel 😀🇳🇴

[@jsmi601]

I was there in person for this performance and she transported us to another realm. It was jarring to come back to earth.

[@dalecash2236]

If you get a chance to attend a concert at the conference center in Salt Lake City, it's a real treat. The acoustics in that building are absolutely amazing.

[@Rippinsteo2926]

The word exquisite comes to mind. Also, as someone else mentioned, in addition to Sissel’s crystal clear, angelic voice, the choir’s restrained yet heavenly backup was like being bathed in ethereal beauty.

[@carolaO-v2d]

Wow, what an angelic voice. Beautifully sung in conjunction with the orchestra and the choir. Pure goosebumps including tears.... Thank you Viking for this wonderful moment. Thanks for sharing....

[@loismiller7742]

Omg, how have I never heard this ? Goosebumps, watery eyes. Beautiful.

[@suepoole8323]

A voice like pure crystal... last time I listened to her was almost 4 years ago, just after my Younger Sister's sudden passing.. She was singing Going Home, my eyes are leaking as I type this. So needed this today thank you dearest Viking.

[@aspenenglish4976]

I accidentally came across these reviews of MoTab and to see grown men cry is amazing. You truly feel the spirit of God when you listen to them sing. I’ve just taken it for granted my whole life. They’re pretty awesome!

[@LOL-Can]

No dry eyes here Viking. This is true soul music. Thank you so much for this.

[@andreadee1567]

Even the applause made me emotional

[@staffan.eriksson5061]

Sissel was in another dimension. I love the harpist too . This was really amazing and mesmerizing ♥ Sissel stopped time for 5 minutes, and brought us into eternity.

[@rebeccacurtis6680]

My goodness! I've never heard of Sissel before, but you hit it on the head describing her voice as "angelic." That was absolutely exquisite.👌 Thanks for sharing that performance & introducing us to her.

[@janeskrvseth-ly6fw]

Yes Viking she is from Norway like me, Sissel started singing at 15yers old and had a stunning voice already then💞💞Thank you for such an emotional reaction👏🏽👏🏽🫂🫂👏🏽👏🏽

[@normanmeharry58]

She sang on Norwegian TV aged 13. It's on KZbin... She sang Evergreen in the style of Streisand.

[@user-JLV700]

What a beautiful voice and her tone is great. Love the song

[@calwells5612]

Arrangement by the great Sam Cardon. Beautiful, Sam!!!! Brilliant as always!

[@kimsloan4652]

That last note and the harp did me in. I needed to hear that this morning, thank you so much for sharing. Love to you my friend. ❤

[@user-JLV700]

She deserves all the applause, great reaction, love the song and her sing

[@bobbiejojackson9448]

This was absolutely stunning! I'd never heard of Sissel before this reaction, but I thank you from the bottom of my heart for introducing her to me! She truly has the voice of an angel. And please don't ever apologize for feeling what you feel or how the music moves you. It's one of the top reasons that I was drawn to your reactions/your channel. I do hope that you'll be reacting to more from Sissel and from the Tabernacle Choir in the future. Don't ever change, Viking!

[@foxyrocket228]

FYI, if you saw the movie Titanic, you heard Sissel's haunting vocals throughout the movie. Here's a short clip to jog your memory. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4ebfaaohaamoJIsi=RxXFJUDHKva3b5xx

[@ijsbrandleendert8350]

Here vibrato is delightfull, so tender and gentle. True art.

[@linhager12]

❤ They are great... love everything I have ever heard them do. Been listening to them for years. Loved your reaction. Their "holiday" presentations are spectacular ❤

[@FromG2eminor]

I ball every time i hear this song! The standing ovation was actually several minutes long! I live in Salt Lake City. My Mom and i love your reactions. When you come to experience this choir you will be welcomed by many im sure!

[@Rackelhane]

That lady can sing.My lord. Thank you.

[@takingtimewithtricia]

Absolutely beautiful! I'm definitely going to listen again

[@Solfrids]

I am a great fan of Sissel (I am from Norway) ... I am also a great fan of the Tabernacle Choir. The two combined sends me right up to heaven. I know that God lives! This beautiful piece of music has lifted and confirmed it to me. Overwhelming joy went through every fibre of my being. What thrilling joy and peace it gives me when I: "Slow down and know that God lives". Thank you so much! I needed this today!

[@kathleenguth2193]

Oh thank you so much Viking for reacting to this. I have never heard this song or the singer. She is amazing and her singing goes right to your soul. I have know about the Tabernacle Choir since I was very young. They always are so beautiful.

[@mortensimonsen1645]

As a Norwegian, Sissel Kyrkjebø is well known. She became an instant hit as a 16-year old when she sang at TV-show in 1985 or 1986. Not long after she came up with an album with the song "Kjærlighet" (= Love) that became "the Sissel-song" for a long time. The song is a cover of the song "Only Love" by NanaMouskouri, but the text is altered in the Norwegian version - becoming more about the Agape-Love, than the Romantic-Love. Anyway - take a listen to this young version of Sissel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYqVkqVmjKuUaZo

[@karenchandler8325]

How lovely to sing praises to Him who calms our hearts. Music let's us listen with our souls. So glad for those reminders to slow down.

[@nomestsdevents8536]

Her singing Angel Passing Through My Room with the Tabernacle Choir is another favourite of mine ❤ Just beautiful

[@wikipediaman959]

I love Sissel❤

[@thepuzzleoracle6760]

She sang with them for one of the annual Christmas programs and sang In the Bleak Midwinter and, oh, it is so lovely. She has a one in a billion voice.

[@irisradinger1632]

OmG, that was so beautiful! 🥰 Thank you for this song, Viking. I've never heard it before.

[@annelieshoornik]

That was a very special performance and reaction. Rewatched it and will get this on my playlist

[@cher6932]

Viking, thank you for this. What a. Beautiful pure soft voice. I was crying by the fifth word..I am not religious, but believe in God.. The voice was everything and the message “Slow Down” was. Very important. I hav no way to describe how much that voice and that song affected me.. wonderful experience. Thank you, Viking.

[@DGLUK1]

I discovered this Sissel song about three years ago an played it to my sister who said it was the most beautiful song she had ever heard. I played it at her funeral! Two years later and there wasn't a dry eye in the house. Including Mr. I weeped like a child.

[@elainecherry7765]

That was one of the most beautiful and moving performances I have ever witnessed. Speechless.

[@Hanlie-oj7hv]

How absolutely beautiful❤Thank you Viking.

[@poolhallshark]

I just happened upon this reaction and felt that I had to leave you a few hearts for the very beautiful and touching reaction to one of my favorite performances. It is just a thing of utter and absolute joy and beauty to see what good music can do to you. Proving that we are still human beings with a heart and soul. SKÅL! And much love from Norway ♥♥♥♥♥

[@Hundhammer]

Happy afterbirthday buddy, beautiful!

[@poolhallshark]

@Hundhammer 🥂🥂

[@bwagstaff86]

Yes, please come and hear the Tabernacle choir. I'm on the stage crew and my wife is in the choir. We both love what we are doing so much. The music is absolutely beautiful and everyone should come hear the choir at least once in their lifetime.

[@VikingReacts]

I would love to but that is something I can’t afford now. I’m in Europe and plane tickets are about 1k. That is the cheapest I could find…

[@fontellahenderson2016]

Such a beautiful rendition...I have not heard her before....thank you. Yes bawling is here .

[@umarae27]

So very very incredible!

[@GloriaCote-o1c]

The voice of an angel, so pure and beautiful. Thank you Viking. I needed this one tonight.

[@heatherrohde6541]

Be still and hear his voice, and know that he is God ❤

[@tgray747]

Love it!!! Thanks for this and for your reaction!

[@SodoMojo22]

I just watched one of your videos for the first time (O Holy Night) about a week ago. I immediately thought I would love to see you react to Slow Down. Few songs hit as hard as this one for me. Love your reactions so far, it's nice to share and relate. (and sometimes it's nice to tear up with someone else who appreciates it as much as I do)

[@LindaGyftopoulos]

She sounds like she was plucked from a heavenly choir of Cherubim The entire aura is heavenly. It's nearly impossible to elicit a tear from me, but I now have tears rolling down my cheeks and goosebumps. Her voice oozes tranquility, and esoteric fortitude. Thank you for this beautiful experience. It was humbling

[@kentroskelley1389]

The applause and standing ovation were for Sissel the orchestra and choir, but just as much for the songs message!

[@nancygwynn6390]

There are no words to express the beauty of that performance. If we could all slow down and seek Christ what a better world it would be.

[@jamesreed2475]

No music has ever moved me so deeply. I liked you you had thoughts in the crawl instead of over the music. Great way to do it.

[@markruiser9712]

This song takes me back to my early Christian years when in 1975, one of the founders of contemporary Christian music, Chuck Girard wrote and produced this song. I bought the album and the first time I heard his intentionally sustained “slow”, that’s what my heart did…and my anxieties fled. Song is based on Psalm 46:10 if you’re interested. Thanks Chuck for giving the world this badly needed reminder of hope.

[@markmartin6466]

These are the most gracious people.

[@Kiwiklassic]

I needed this right now. Thank you.

[@Olinda-og6oz]

Thanks Viking! I have no words. I come from Norway, grew up with Sissel and I used to sing in a choir. This is divine! And the message is so full of wisdom. Bless you and thank you.❤🙏

[@slowfud]

Thank you!

[@robinpayne8404]

One of the most gorgeous pieces of music I’ve lived through. The visuals from the video adds much to the enjoyment. Thank you.

[@AuntDandy]

That was incredible!💜💜💜

[@frodeingebretsen4225]

Have listened to this several times. Tears streaming every time.

[@shirley-annpyefinch173]

You should hear the Tabernacle Choir sing Handel’s Messiah, it is spectacular. You will love it! We love to listen to it at Christmas so if you record another advent Christmas Calendar you need to include it.

[@nullzyyaccount6082]

Such a powerful song. Loved your reaction.

[@lorraineanderson5467]

The original video came across my feed again last night, and I don’t even remember how many times I watched it. Then I started watching reactors, who all pretty much had the same response you did. I’ve been in that hall…it seats 21,000 and the acoustics are amazing. But in addition to that, you heard 21,000 people on their feet clapping for 5 solid minutes. Well deserved. Sissel has the voice of an angel, and those 360 choir members, who have their own powerful voices, supported her so well that it was hard to even tell when they joined in….spectacular all around!🩷

[@karinkrenn]

💖

[@faymadsen6182]

Loved your obviously sincere reaction to this and hope you review other performances of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square.

[@orangetreevintagewaresotvw9590]

One of my aLL TIME Favorite versions of this song.

[@1958zed]

I had never heard of Sissel before this video, and my immediate reaction was to think she sounded much like Barbra Streisand with the purity of her voice. Another artist with an amazingly pure voice is Alison Kraus. She did a sublime duet with cellist Yo-Yo Ma of "Simple Gifts." The video on KZbin has the audio with the poster's own slideshow of images. They also do a great version of the "Wexford Carol," and you can find a video of them in the studio recording it. I don't think you would be disappointed with either.

[@In_my_own_mind]

@@1958zed If you have watched the movie +Titanic», you have heard Sissel before. She was the sound of Titanic. She sang the score through the whole movie. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5TCh3VvrJVoqbMsi=gabs6iyXKDWcD7x8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3yZcqKZrtp1pNksi=PkIViBtZFNu5iOOa Sissel was very close to singing the title song «My heart will go on» too. James Horner said the following: "When I finished Titanic, I had to decide on Celine Dion or Sissel. Sissel I was very close with, while Celine had known me since she was 18, and for which I had already written three movie songs. But that was before Celine became known and the filmmakers and marketers had not done what they should have done for Celine and the songs. So I felt I owed her a Titanic chance, but I could have used Sissel there. " Sissel would’ve been a big world star if she got to sing that song, but Sissel has later said she was glad she didnt get it, cause she wasnt willing to give up her life and move to America, She had a small child then... and she was happy she got to sing the score through the whole movie.

[@GravityFalloutPines]

Amazing, thank you

[@GravityFalloutPines]

It's not just the perfect Angelic voice, but it's a powerful message too

[@freadadillon4071]

I have had the great privilege of singing with the Southeastern Mormon Choir in Metro Atlanta, GA, USA. It was many many years ago. I still wonder at the blessings I received from being chosen to perform one summer with them. Another group you will love is the BYU A Cappella group, Vocal Point singing Nearer my God to Me. Better have tissues handy.

[@sylviegrondin5288]

Nothing more powerful than the word of God 🙏Amen

[@wayneorr6748]

So inspiring, thank you. There is a God.

[@sylviegrondin5288]

Hey don’t be sorry,it’s okay to get emotional,such a beautiful warm song 🥲❤️🙏🌸🌺

[@SusieMullins-t6i]

Exquisite voice and exquisite performance, as always. If you’ve not heard her singing Like an Angel Passing Through My Room, I strongly urge you to find it and to listen when you are still and in need of the inspiration of another of her great performances. I guarantee it will touch every place in your heart.

[@PRMoneyRoll]

I have listened to tabernackle choir many many times, but have NOT heard this before and .. yes was balling my eyes out the same as you! 😂❤ wow!

[@marialiljenberg7705]

Thanks for giving me this song Viking. Sissel has been my idol for many years, but I've never heard this one. And it spoke right into my heart, my situation of life right now. Thank you ❤❤❤❤ God bless you

[@leneborges66]

Yes, I was at that concert too. It was in celebration of Pioneer Day. (2019 Pioneer Concert with The Tabernacle Choir) It was an amazing concert.❤

[@BlackCat604_2]

Viking, I love that we can watch you knowledgeably rock out to heavy metal and also be so deeply affected by a performance like this. That's what makes you one of my favorite reactors. Thank you for being willing to go anywhere and everywhere with your music choices. 🙂

[@silviak5568]

Thank you so much for this reaction, as I'd never would have stumbled upon that by myself. This is truly an angelic voice, singing strait to the heart. You don't need to apologize for being emotional. If there's one heart not moved by this performance, it must be made of stone.

[@anneharley5319]

Thankyou for a wonderful reaction to this beautiful song. Would you please react to another Sissel performance My Tribute To God be the Glory

[@Self-EducatedAmerican]

Thank you

[@kerrynihart6648]

What a beautiful song! This was the first time I watched anything other than Dan Vasc video reactions, which I love, but her voice was just angelic and the whole message of the song is so powerful and so important for me to remember these days! Thanks for sharing! God bless you, Sir! BTW, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with having emotions, because we’re all human. She had a beautiful voice! ❤️✌️

[@mieliepip4611]

Ahhh, and the perfect acoustics in the Conference Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! A beautiful building, stunning design 😊 I have had the privilege of being inside, awesome 🤗

[@katherinehealey7202]

Emeral city! Exactly, it was magical!😊

[@user-JLV700]

Happy Sunday

[@wikipediaman959]

Please react Sissel - Going Home❤

[@markmartin6466]

Thankyou for sharing your talent.

[@ankra12]

Sending love from Norway ❤

[@moneymaker7272]

❤❤❤

[@veronicamorgan9029]

Awesome song, magnificent choir!