AMAZING - Flash Mob - Started by one little girl - Ode to Joy

This is an amazing flash mob playing the classic song Ode to Joy that was all started by one little girl. Enjoy!
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[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@jasonkibler9316]

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!

[@chrishankin9119]

No, you are not the only one. ;-)

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@AshGrey]

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

[@joshuakenneth3569]

Josh Bright thats deep

[@AshGrey]

@@joshuakenneth3569 just stating the truth

[@69TwistedPsycho69]

@@AshGrey 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.

[@vcello6450]

This is why art is important.

[@EvanCarmichael]

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

[@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!

[@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 ?

[@praphullalalshrestha46]

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

[@EvanCarmichael]

Agreed #Believe :) #BTA1602 Veljko

[@yogendhaneshwar1277]

Is the lyrics different here?

[@krishelfferich8260]

We NEED Ode to Joy NOW

[@valentinapolzl5439]

@@yogendhaneshwar1277 it's in spain so i guess it's the spanish songtext🤷🏼‍♀️

[@praphullalalshrestha46]

@@krishelfferich8260 Absolutely!

[@stewartnakamura9301]

Possibly the greatest piece of music ever composed.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@donnamills9923]

I agree!

[@umbellus]

Not possibly, IS

[@kattoneycliffe6715]

Close!! Maurice Ravel’s Bolero is right up there too!! 🎵🎵❤️❤️

[@Stardust_7273]

My fav part of this, besides the amazing music, was the little girl climbing the lamppost. She was so into it! ❤

[@EvanCarmichael]

💕 #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.

[@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.

[@unchellmatt]

There's not enough ways to say I love this video.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad to hear that from you. 🥰 #Believe - Feb

[@kathibecker5351]

I have heard Ode to Joy many times and it always makes my heart sing as it was my recessional music when we married almost 50 years ago. This is a perfect rendition.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@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.

[@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!

[@charliegillaspie2074]

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 :)

[@mickcain2203]

Still to this day this is my absolute favourite flash mob, and it still brings me a tear or 3 lol. Totally love it.

[@EvanCarmichael]

🥰💛 #Believe - Feb (from Evan’s team)

[@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.

[@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.

[@paulbutler1873]

THIS is what live music is for! Make it accessible to everyone. Such a beautiful experience. I would love to have been there.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Absolutely! Live music is all about creating beautiful and accessible experiences for everyone. Wish you could have joined us too! 😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@anjylkat]

This is one of my all time fav musical videos!! Such a joy for all the musicians, singers and the all those from babies to grandparents and all in between received the gift of this beautiful music!!❤❤❤

[@EvanCarmichael]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! Music has the power to bring joy to people of all ages. ❤️ #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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

[@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]

🙂

[@ms.sunshinesue8719]

Have watched this many times. Th joy in everyone's faces, young, old, the musicians, the audience, pure joy!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Music is universal language. 💛 #Believe - Feb

[@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)

[@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.

[@asishajoseph3320]

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??

[@kermitefrog64]

This is incredible. This brings back bitter sweet memories when my Rosita was still alive. I remember seeing this live in the FOX Theater in Visalia California about 20 years ago. They had 4 professional singers to lead and the local choir from the College of Sequoias. At the end the audience gave a standing ovation until we were so exhausted we couldn't clap anymore.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad to know you enjoyed it. 😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan’s team)

[@jonathanpardoe6549]

I remember watching and listening my father play 1st violin in the Lincoln Symphony Orchestra in Lincoln Cathedral and they played this with a full choir, it was awesome. Thank you for bringing those memories back to me, he is sadly departed but he is never forgotten, and his love of music influenced me and all my family ❤️

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing that beautiful memory ❤️ Your father's love for music lives on in your family 🎶 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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.

[@galliumg8483]

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.

[@philipbartle5867]

One of the most inspiring events I have ever seen. The musicians were superb and it was wonderful to see the remarkable effect of the music on the audience

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you feel that Philip. 😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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)

[@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).

[@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.

[@austindavis5778]

Things like this lift my soul. This is what life should be about!!! Oh yeah thank you flash mob!!!

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@tadanott300]

I just cried listening to Ode to Joy. Beautiful.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Aw 🥺 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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. 🥰

[@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...

[@sigurdmuller6109]

I can't hold my tears. Just overwhelmed... I heard "ode to joy" the first time, when I was 6. It touched my soul in a very special way and it still does 33 years later.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@keithmyers8599]

SO FRICKEN AWESOME, WHY CAN'T THE WORLD COME TOGETHER LIKE THIS !!!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Same question, peace and love. 💕 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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,,,

[@avixtl7351]

There’s always that one kid sitting on the shoulders of its father in flash mob.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Yayyy! #Believe 💛😊 - Dondon

[@celinewirard7583]

that one *lucky* kid :)

[@blah__]

3:51/3:28

[@donnahinkle5421]

They are the lucky ones they dont even know they have the best in the house

[@PradeepPerera11]

kid on father's shoulder is so symbolic of the next generation seeing beyond what we see, if we are generous enough to let them prop themselves on our shoulders.

[@deltaas1]

The pleasure on the faces of the audience is testament to the joy that music can bring into our lives. Some of those audience members may never have enjoyed live classical music were it not for this event.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊 #Believe - Feb

[@NYBarbieP]

I hope somehow Beethoven knows his music is still being played and loved by so many people ❤

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@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.....

[@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!

[@cathywethington5913]

I found this video about three years ago. Every time I watch it, it makes me smile and tear up. I love watching the reactions of audience

[@EvanCarmichael]

Aw 🥰💛 #Believe - Feb (from Evan’s team)

[@thomascampbell4730]

Incredible, the epitome of being at the right place at the right time. Ode to joy, certainly the common experience of those lucky few who were transported from a routine afternoon into a never to be forgotten realm of majestic music brilliantly performed.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan’s team)

[@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.

[@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

[@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)

[@jasonrobbins4227]

The calming nature of musical instruments. Never ceases to amaze me. The emotional responses music brings forward. Such enjoyment it just makes all forget all the ugly.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Music's soothing power and emotional impact are truly incredible, allowing us to escape and embrace beauty amidst the chaos. 😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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

[@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?

[@brunkerj]

I've watched this many times. I love it that much. The reactions of the crowd are priceless.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe -Feb (from Evan's team)

[@williamwoolhouse5018]

I just find the stopping power of music absolutely fascinating. The way it can make people stop whatever they were doing. How it doesnt matter what language you speak, or what background you have. There's just something so human about a beautiful piece of music.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Music truly is a universal language. 😊 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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. 🙄

[@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♥️

[@w3sentry]

This makes my heart soo happy, thanks to the musicians for bringing alittle magic back into the world for that little girl and for all the other people in the audience that needed it. 😁😎💚💚💚💚

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad it made you happy. ❤️ #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@sanjayahlawat2826]

It was you !!!! you are the first musician !! its brilliant ! brought joy to my heart today on 27th December 2023. thank you.

[@EvanCarmichael]

💛💛 #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.

[@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?

[@megrabbai4153]

My God this is beautiful! It made me cry

[@EvanCarmichael]

🥰💛 #Believe - Feb

[@meburke66]

I've seen it several times, and I cry every time!

[@ChristinaRicks144]

I love you the little girl in pink stands in the same spot enveloped in the magic of this truly magnificent performance. Such a contrast to war. Peace, love, and justice in Christ

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@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.

[@cougheepls2542]

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

[@alanclark9326]

@@cougheepls2542 yes I’m aware of that interpretation.

[@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.

[@terywetherlow7970]

Goose bumps and tears at same time. Bravo little girl!!

[@EvanCarmichael]

💕 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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.

[@LuciePeranCasals]

Tell me I'm not the only one who has cried ❤️

[@EvanCarmichael]

I bet you are not the only one :) #BTA1334 Veljko

[@Jomo1438]

I did. And I get to see this whole symphony performed next week in Los Angeles by the LA Phil. I fear (and hope) I may be a sobbing mess at the end!

[@paigewoodard217]

Awesome experience.

[@mrinvader]

you're not

[@punyashilshahare2152]

You're not the only one who has cried. 🙋‍♂️

[@caroldelacruz1044]

everytime i watch this it makes me teary eyed.. so happy

[@EvanCarmichael]

much love 💛 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@ameenaola8872]

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

[@EvanCarmichael]

Awesome. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@ford7372]

girl: gives money the whole orchestra group: you have fallen in our trap!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Lol :) #BTA1459 Veljko

[@cryptid2789]

Lol

[@choccymilk9260]

That's the energy band Kids have

[@johndavemedenilla4583]

666 Mark

[@flyingpotatoe1299]

The only reason i didn’t like this is cus its at 666

[@sandratipton9946]

Everything I watch this it tears me up how come nothing happens in England as beautiful and spectacular thank you xxx

[@EvanCarmichael]

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

[@ltkreg]

One thing Europe has over the United States hands down are they're wonderful Street performers. 🙂

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing, and for watching 💛 #Believe - Feb ( from Evan's team )

[@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!

[@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.

[@gregorymckenna6609]

Yes, the world needs more of this wonderful music.

[@EvanCarmichael]

💯 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@jessicachandler5136]

If i ever manage to make it to your country it will be for the sole purpose of touring your space and attending a live performance. Bravo to a society that places great value in such beauty.

[@EvanCarmichael]

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

[@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 ❤ ♥ 💖

[@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

[@user-oq3lh1js2e]

beautiful when people can come together from various backgrounds cultures to play together in harmony flawlessly amen

[@EvanCarmichael]

Exactly 💕 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@tawebstar5047]

I've read the backstory of this performance and it truly is amazing. The cellist waited for hours and was not going to start playing until someone added a coin to his hat. It was a story about what I would consider politics, anyway...He was very close to giving up and not playing at all. And the wee girl wanted to hear him. Her parents would not give her any coins and she saw all the coins in a nearby fountain, got one, and put it in his hat before anyone stopped her. The rest of his orchestra was waiting as well and it is absolutely amazing to me how music can be so fun and healing for so many if you allow it.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing. 🥰 #Believe - Feb (from Evan’s team)

[@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!

[@marymaxine4887]

The best part for me is all the kids playing conductor.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Yeahh. They're so cute too. 💛😊 #BELIEVE - Ahmed

[@vamion]

ah 3:37 - the little girl reminds me on the little rebel mozart. oh i miss the good old days

[@MultiMaxmara]

@@EvanCarmichael el JC

[@peterounderfire9236]

The best part for me, this is before covid19

[@audrawintheiser8628]

LISTEN TO THIS EVERY MORNING: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJasdXtoiclqjNE

[@artswri]

What the world needs is more of this!!

[@EvanCarmichael]

💛💛 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@freden9234]

Oh, Joy, indeed! I needed this. So glad I saw it today.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad this brings you joy. ❤️ #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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

[@scottqueskekapow7405]

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

[@richardbool4232]

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

[@frandanco6361]

@@scottqueskekapow7405 attitude.. :)

[@frandanco6361]

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

[@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!

[@user-um7sv3mm5v]

感動しますよね。

[@marahelwig2237]

This is one of my favourite pieces of classical music. Love it! Amazing performance! Ode to Joy is the ringtone for my phone and I doubt I will ever change it to anything else.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@blackmamba99971]

And to think it all started with one little girl's innocent and kind gesture of offering her last bit of coins to really get what she paid for. One of the better versions of Beethoven's Ode to joy. It never gets old even today.

[@EvanCarmichael]

😊💛 #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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.

[@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.

[@rarelyred4300]

wonderful! I wish we would have more of these great flash mobs now..they always bring smiles and joy to everyone...brings us closer to each other! love it!!!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you for watching. 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@Thomas-fg1ds]

Just sing a Song Of Joy..... and all the people around watch happily, smiling and laughing. It is so beautiful....

[@EvanCarmichael]

💕 glad you enjoyed it. #Believe - Feb (from Evan's team)

[@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

[@yogendhaneshwar1277]

Power of music❤🔥