Teacher moved to tears as generations of students honor her with surprise virtual choir video

Zola Jensen taught choir for 32 years in Idaho Falls, Idaho. She shared her contagious love for music with hundreds of students and changed countless lives. From all over the globe, 125 of her previous students came together (virtually) to sing their thanks. She has no idea what she is about to see. #GiveThanks

[@mckaylawalker9277]

So grateful to have been apart of this and to celebrate what an incredible teacher she is! Love you Ms J!

[@frqnkenst13n4x7]

Ohh that’s so cool

[@dallasyap3064]

Awesome

[@faiththomas1749]

Where did u go to school to make this happen

[@emilywiebel3238]

This was awesome! Y’all did a fantastic job and I know she loved this and will remember it forever

[@dbeaus]

When she passes, and we all will, there will probably be no parades, a small story in a newspaper, no holiday named after her. But there will be no forgetting this lady. We should all have a life as well lived as hers. I had a teacher in 5th grade who died on us unexpectedly. We all loved him and at his funeral were folks he taught 30 years before. I never forgot him, he had a major impact on so many, myself included. Yes Mr. Armstrong, I still remember where the treaty ending the war of 1812 was signed. In Ghent, Belgium. He said I would never remember that. That was 60 years ago. this lady belongs in that group.

[@An-dj7of]

Best tribute I have ever seen from (former) students to a teacher. 2:04 "I'm a teacher because 4 you" - inspiring another person this much to become a teacher? Nicely done The people who organized and edited this, should be very proud. Mad respect!

[@paularedden1109]

Beautiful

[@dallasyap3064]

True indeed

[@VictoriaAyon]

I want to be a teacher because of all of my teachers.

[@taylorneal6209]

Wow, I’m crying. This is so sweet. This teacher will forever cherish what you guys did for her and vice versa!

[@ur_only_meming]

Ok boomer

[@ryleeobrien5517]

@@ur_only_meming yeah

[@rossanadaidone7467]

A good teacher can change your life. In loving memory of my wonderful teacher, Miss Alba Muzzi. From Florence, Italy

[@TheKnittingAstronaut]

you when a teacher makes a great impact with things like this, Im in tears too, such a beautiful tribute.

[@darrellanderson3656]

All teachers are extrodenary but some are over the top they deserve alot more than they get

[@dallasyap3064]

True

[@Nam61KY]

There is still hope for humanity!!

[@bigsand8]

This is the best version of this song I've heard!!!

[@arnoldomirandavalencia8295]

This is the best audio quality video I have ever heard in KZbin

[@GorkaLlatzer]

Me as a teacher, I think I couldd die after something like that. What a blessed woman to have those students and blessed students to have that teacher. AMAZING!!!

[@jonalynbaldoza5508]

The mom holding the baby while singing was awesome. She's so busy but she still able to join them to honor their teacher.

[@Lagger1068]

I'll be back here in a year. Thanks KZbin recommendations.

[@USMC-cx2nj]

A fitting tribute to a wonderful mentor, director, teacher and an apparently well loved teacher.

[@gracies.330]

She is the best!!! I took 4 years of choir with her. She is so sweet and encouraging and has the power to make EVERYONE feel needed, loved and included. Ms J is a GEM!

[@Nehmi]

How do they sound so good?!?!?

[@blenderfox]

They had an excellent teacher :)

[@nabilbennani6639]

Many ways to say thanks, this one was perfect , bravo

[@JonesCinema]

Glad you liked it!

[@hannahdewert]

@@JonesCinema Hey, I'm in need of something to use for a virtual choir. What did you use? Thanks!

[@JonesCinema]

@@hannahdewert Hey, sorry. Just saw this! We used Adobe Premier Pro and After Effects.

[@hannahdewert]

@@JonesCinema No worries!! Is it free?

[@marcusgeddie2921]

retired music teacher here and it was moments like this and interactions with former students that made it all worthwhile. Not a profession for everyone and you don't get rich (money wise) but I am rich in memories and everlasting friendships. It is a marvelous feeling when they come back to you and say you are the reason I am the person that I am today. No way to describe the feeling you have hearing that. Great job Zola!

[@isabelayala6763]

To know that her passion ignited a fire. To see the passion return what a beautiful honor

[@kdaniel8721]

Always nice when former students remember you.

[@michaelrainone296]

That's one of the most moving tributes I have ever seen and heard in my 61 years!!! Wow!! That teacher was and is truly loved and respected.Can't thank u all enough for raising our spirits.Anyone who sees this tribute will most certainly feel the impact of the message sent.🙂🙂😊😊🤗🤗.

[@MsSoundguy]

Thank you for including a few of Ms. Jensen's reactions. As beautiful as the singers' voices.

[@user-vm5ud4xw6n]

Really sweet! Especially enjoyed the little special notes “I’m a teacher...” “we ❤️ U.” Great way to thank a teacher. In spite of everything they are unsung heroes!

[@ruzahel6287]

How’s the audio not lagging.

[@aspen5151]

Lol I think they just recorded it themselves and sent it in, and someone put all of the videos together through editing and synced them.

[@moocow6350]

Audio and video are separate and edited together. It’s a pain in the butt.

[@ur_only_meming]

Ikr...

[@dallasyap3064]

@@aspen5151 I see

[@WBTravels]

Put it in an editor and it will since the video automatically with the sound

[@michaelrainone296]

Oh how we,the viewer,enjoy these special tribute video clips!! They are very inspiring and reflect the spirit of humanity. Thank u for these reminders of love and respect.Love from Canada.

[@megaspear150]

Aww this brought me in tears for how beautiful and grateful this video is

[@thomasgoad3695]

What a great tribute,she is blessed

[@Daniel-nm2qb]

This just hit the recommendations. Great job everyone. Teachers seriously deserve more than they think. The stress some go through especially now; we all need to be empathetic and understanding to one another. That’s why this is so beautiful. In a world where we are all separated, we have moments where we are brought together by the simple ideal of love. As a student, I’m proud of you all.

[@christophermotyka8744]

What a wonderful beautiful tribute to see 💓💗🥰 💐 💘 this is what gives me hope that the world can be good!! Thanks for sharing this with the world 😊

[@MyEClassinBytes]

As a teacher I was touched .. I cried too... so amazing! 😭😭😭

[@westlosangeleschildrenscho2619]

Oh that is gorgeous and says it all. Barbara Silberg, Director; The West Los Angeles Children's Choir

[@lynnecarnivale5085]

AWESOME! I love it! It's so nice to know so many people decided to LOVE and HONOR! Congratulations on bringing JOY to your teacher and all of us who are blessed to see and hear it unfold. This is beautiful! She must have been a special teacher for all these students to join in and surprise her. Just beautiful! God bless you all! Peace, Lynne 🍃💜🍃

[@michaelrainone296]

Hello Mrs. Carnivale.Wasn't that an amazing tribute to a beloved and respected teacher,??!! I am 61 years old and was crying,laughing and silently cheering them all!! Amazing!!😊😊😊🤗🤗.Best wishes from me in Canada.🙂🙂

[@lynnecarnivale5085]

@@michaelrainone296 Hi Michael!!! Aww, THANK YOU for sending me a message! You brought JOY to our home tonight. Yes, it was a beautiful tribute for the teacher. I love acts of kindness! God is so Good! I hope and pray you enjoy the days ahead. Continue to seek GOD and His JOY! God bless you and those you love! In Faith, Lynne 🍃💜🍃 ...USA neighbor!

[@michaelrainone296]

@@lynnecarnivale5085 Thank you for your kind reply.That is so good to hear that i brought joy into your home!! Very much appreciated hearing that.Wishing u,your family and nation strength and unity in these unusually stressful times.I am great admirer of the American people.I live one mile from Detroit,Michigan.My dear mama worked there for 40 plus years.We had some great times there.Please keep faith in your life.It will see us through all difficulties. 🙂🙂😊😊😊🤗🤗.🐱🐱🐱.These kitty kat posts are of my kat giving smiles to your family.🐱🐱🐱🐈🐈.🤗🤗

[@lynnecarnivale5085]

@@michaelrainone296 Michael! Thank you! Yes, kindness is important. Thanks for all the great words about USA and how your AWESOME Mom worked here for 40+ years! 💜 That's amazing! We are going through a tough time here in the USA, but with GOD all things are possible, so I pray for wisdom, unity and peace. My brother and I started a Christian ministry 8 1/2 years ago. We sing, dance, perform skits, spoken Word, preach Gods Word, set up free concerts and tour wherever we are called! We minister and give concerts at youth detention centers and prisons. (Its heart breaking to see 11-18 year olds in BIG trouble!) We cook for and serve the homeless and needy, share clothes, shoes and toiletries with them, find jobs, housing, rehab and counseling for many who live on the streets. It's always busy. We enjoy what we do. GOD HAS BLESSED US! Many ministries stopped serving due to Covid scare but we never did. We just figured out the safest way to serve everyone so those who are hungry can have a hot meal. We stand near our bus and vehicles and pack what they need... and I walk to a small table across the parking lot and place a hot meal, dessert, drink and items they need in a bag that's placed in a basket on the table. Then I walk back to our spot as each individual walks into the parking lot, one by one to take their bags and exit. We continue to serve until everyone is fed. I walk back and forth everytime. (Good exercise, lol) I cook mostly by myself but I have three people who help me to cook sometimes. We cook for up to 400 people each week!!! The smallest group is about 60 people. I also drive around and share food, clothes, blankets, and toiletries to others who are outdoors. Many people call us or ask for food and goods on our website. We deliver. It's a wonderful feeling to serve. I love being the HANDS AND FEET of Christ! All week long, we buy items we need, and pick up any donations from a couple of stores but mostly we pay for everything ourselves. God provides a way every time. When we spend our own money each week, God replenishes it somehow. He is AMAZING like that. Well, sorry this is sooo long. I just wanted to share a bit with you. The virus has stopped so much around here. You must have the same challenges as we do. All of my businesses are shut down for now. I own a few. I own a dance business. I teach all ages, and all abilities to dance. Some dancers are in wheelchairs, some are deaf and blind, some use walkers and canes..and others dance at the highest of abilities! I miss dancing and teaching since March! I will share my other businesses next time. My most FAVORITE thing to do is homeschool my son! He is our BLESSING FROM ABOVE! He is older now but we work together each day. May GOD bless you and keep you safe and healthy. May God bless your loved ones too. Have a "GOD" day! Peace, Lynne 🍃💜🍃

[@lynnecarnivale5085]

@@michaelrainone296 HAPPY THANKSGIVING MICHAEL! God bless you! Peace, Lynne 🍃🧡🍃

[@WHUFC71]

That is one of the most if not THE most beautiful things I’ve ever seen. Some teachers leave you memories of how great they were just like this beautiful teacher. Other teachers leave you memories of how worthless they made you feel! Like being told by your Deputy headmaster, Mr Dalton, to “ get back in the trash bins, that’s where you belong “.

[@sarahcavanaugh572]

Ms.j are you are greatest teacher and I wish I could enjoy your choir

[@nathanieladdo8285]

For generations to have come together shows how special she really is

[@bill944]

This display of appreciation is one of the most important things you, even as an individual, can show someone. That they made a difference, that they are important, gives a person a feeling of purpose. Very well done!

[@shirot8423]

What a lovely way to say thank you to a special teacher.. thus us awesome.. I got emotional too... very respectful and touching...

[@velmagreen9232]

Oh it would be so awesome if my former choir members could do this for our high school choir director...she was also my choir director in junior high!! I’ve known Mrs. Purdy since I was a little girl. She’s still the choir director at my old high school...they’ve since built a performing arts center & dedicated it to her!!

[@DerandMotorsports]

All the high school sweethearts wow.

[@MegaDeansy]

Wow - THIS is quality !

[@rjprivate]

Wow this sounded beautiful

[@gracieg.5184]

So amazing when I teacher realizes they're appreciated! ♥️🎀

[@skippyoz3366]

Wow she did a good job they sound so good beautiful singers

[@josephellsworth1373]

Great job choir ~ a beautiful teacher dedication

[@nathaliasimone_]

As a viewer this was a blessing! You have touched many hearts as a teacher - Ms J , and so they’ve sung their thanks-many generations. This is a beauty 😁❤️💕 I cried ! God bless you and the many hearts you have encountered 😁❤️🙏🏾

[@balazon2000]

This is an amazing tribute to their teacher. She obviously impacted them very much! She's not the only one moved to tears while seeing this.

[@doresca1634]

Wow this brought tears to my eyes. So wonderfully sung! Well done. A beautiful tribute for her to see and feel on this side of life. Bravo! 👏🏾 from 🇬🇧

[@davidtolman1266]

I live in Idaho. It's a shame that there are 3 dislikes. Loved the video

[@bernardl.w3467]

And i'm crying

[@michaelthomas366]

That is wonderful!

[@ajparadise6649]

There are teachers, and then there are teachers we will never forget. Teachers who would do anything for us, so we do everything for them. This is a beautiful tribute, and a brilliant idea. Miss J, you are clearly amazing, if your students care enough to do this for you. I would also like to shout out to my amazing choir teacher, Mr Smart. He is brilliant and kind and I have learned so much, even with distance learning. Love to all the amazing teachers and everyone who reads this. 💙

[@marcs8395]

I cried this is so nice

[@jameszietsman5518]

Beautiful,

[@24ZEN]

I was crying before I hit play! What a beautiful way to appreciate Zola and use this technology!

[@tharam9738]

OMG😍I hope that she made you people grow well.Much love from INDIA🤗

[@KrissiCreates]

Wow !!! So touching !!!

[@bernieob9577]

Wow!!!

[@priscillathompson9635]

Beautiful 😊😊😊😊

[@babsphillips8583]

So AWESOME!!!!!! Well done!!!!!!

[@amytanner6158]

this gave me goosebumps

[@laurenc7349]

This is so wholesome and sweet!❤️🥺🥰

[@TraciMoore1]

Just one word needed to describe this: Beautiful!!!!!

[@PrincesslilBB]

That was amazing WOW!!!

[@kimberlybahrs7165]

Beautiful

[@fabio85360]

This video moved me so much!!

[@lunakick12]

This is the sweetest love letter to a teacher.

[@scottmiller1533]

Beautifull

[@baronkaedit3935]

So beautiful ❤️

[@emagao7441]

So sweet!

[@studentsdostruggle]

I'm crying so bad

[@soniasthill4669]

I was touched by this gesture. Truly beautiful

[@tarinflyte3326]

That was the best teacher appreciation I've ever seen!!!🥰🤩

[@vijaysh906]

Sooo happy to hear

[@ryleeobrien5517]

Sweet of you

[@slappy_chimp]

This sounds magical..

[@crochetgirl161]

Wow amazing 😍😍😍

[@dallasyap3064]

It's so touching. These students did a great job in honoring their teacher. This teacher indeed change so many lives. God bless them all!

[@aaronrajala4271]

Here before 100 million views😳

[@luciahoneybee]

Amazing work!! Beautifully done!! Congratulations to all the singers, the conductor, and whoever edited the video and sound together. Much respect. Special props to the woman with the "I'm a teacher because of you" sign and to the woman feeding her baby while singing! 💜✊🏼

[@SwarnenduKarfaRocker]

What a wonderful tribute !!!

[@Karin-wo7lp]

This was so beautiful and brought me to tears. First of all because of the amazing thing you guys did for your teacher and secondly because I couldn't sing with my choir for 9 month now due to Covid and I miss them (and the music) so much.

[@c5d53g2e]

Absolutely incredibly amazing!!!

[@l.hasenhausen8626]

Wonderful choir singers! Lovely surprise! Tears in my eyes!

[@erinmoulton4907]

Beautiful! ♥️

[@ericayoung4368]

The 14 people who pit thumbs down needs some help, this is so sweet

[@musicstewart9744]

Is there a follow up video with reactions from Mrs. J and the choir?

[@momofromatla2318]

I wish I had a teacher like her that affected me in a good way but this is my last year in high school and I guess I am one of the unlucky ones.

[@bksvukatsone2219]

❤ 👏👏👏

[@reenaiconicm6382]

Cho chweet

[@ninar.6270]

I love the video. Can you tell me, which Video cutting program you used, because I really like the sliding effect and I will cut our choir as well.

[@JonesCinema]

Hi Nina, we used a combination of Adobe Premier Pro and After Effects

[@shagunnayak2085]

@@JonesCinema Hi could you please help me with what song is it.

[@marssnottheplanet]

Why can’t I sound this good when I use my phone and headphone microphone to record

[@RobbieBaldphotography2]

One of my lecturers has this same effect

[@jlynnd1616]

Somebody get this teacher on Ellen!!

[@brianvo3854]

What song did they sing?

[@gijane880]

Omg where is my tissue box 😭😭😭

[@reginaokhoi37]

Wowo

[@neetagupta6985]

Is she really sasha banks at the bottom right corner at 1:59 !??

[@sweatpeaheather143]

The one girl with the long blonde hair looks like my older cousin Megan it’s just she had bangs love you ms J

[@ur_only_meming]

Wish i could sing like that Im so surprised that one here can’t song

[@jesusd.5240]

Are there no Minorities in Idaho, just curious.