The Seekers-Paralympics 2000 Closing Ceremony

[@Videowizgma]

Rest in peace dear Judith Durham, 5th August 2022. Your voice and music has brought such happiness to so many thousands of people for so many years. My childhood was enriched with The Seekers records often played in our home, something I did for my children and grandchildren as part of music in their lives.

[@darrellpryor1653]

I agree,I'm 78 years "young",I can remember them singing their lovely music in the early Sixties!!!, infact I have some of their records(45 RPM) in my collection!!! They are, in my opinion , one of the best (if not the best)singing group that has ever sung music!!! Nov. 26,2022.

[@dallaslane1355]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@GregCooper-i8y]

This lovely lady with the incredible beauty and voice is the product of this best country in the world, R.I.P

[@steveperkins2399]

I remember this occasion so well. Everybody around my wife & I were singing, many with tears (including me). Loved the Seekers since the eary 60's & Kudith remains my favourite singer of all time. The voice of an angel. I will love her till the day I die. RIP beautiful lady 😢🌹

[@grahambolan58]

She had the clearest voice I have ever heard. Absolutely fantastic

[@patriciabarkley735]

I have loved this beautiful woman since I was a teenager. She has the greatest voice I have ever heard. Thank God for Judith. ❤️🌹❤️

[@alnorris8942]

She's one of a kind

[@handyvickers]

Very true, Patricia.... I think you, me, and millions of others...

[@johnfrancis1743]

Beautifully put Patricia.Judith is an Aussie treasure

[@patriciajames9365]

Rip beautiful lady you can sing with angels Judith thanks for the wonderful memories.

[@kevinsmith3671]

Absolutely beautiful thank for your music 🎶 and the memories ❤to each and every one of you love happiness and peace❤rip judith

[@snowgirl9094]

This has been my favourite Seekers song since I was a child in the 1960s, and still the case. Always brings a lump to my throat with Judith's beautiful clear voice.

[@martinstone6654]

DITTO !! I have always known the Seekers (Morningtown Ride was a childhood favourite!) but this song is an eternal classic - the voice, the melody and the words bring life to a perfect conclusion. xx

[@user-vk8tg7ck5u]

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[@user-vk8tg7ck5u]

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[@user-vk8tg7ck5u]

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[@veronikabannert5688]

I was a Teenager and I love this Song so very much

[@micklow4160]

The finest, purest female singing voice in my time. Wonderful, the Carnival will never be over Judith.

[@lutherleeboggs5655]

The only female voice I've heard that I'd compare to Judith is Anita Carter, but sadly Anita never really broke away from her Carter Family/Johnny Cash back up role. If she'd have recorded more mainstream music, I think she would have been every bit as successful and well known as Judith, and being American, perhaps even more widely known. The two most angelic voices I've heard.

[@glennhudson1614]

You are so right L. Im American but Ive never heard a better voice than Judiths. She outshines them all, and I mean all. She is to female singers what Roy Orbison was to male singers. None better.

[@daedster1]

I was thinking, oh and I agree!, Karen Carpenter also has that perfect voice, just not as powerful huh

[@adamtrzeciecki7778]

@@daedster1 But she foolish ending her life

[@karelcuchal1550]

Eart´s Carnival will be soon over. More and more people and also non-Christians feel the same.

[@kimberleykochel4785]

Australia has lost two wonderful voices that are now in Heavens Choir. Judith Durham and Olivia Newton-John. RIP lovely ladies. Thank God we have your music that will live on forever. Love and Prayers from Canada 🇨🇦❤🙏🕊🌹🌹

[@brianmorris8045]

From 'down under', thanks Kimberly. ♥We Aussies were extremely proud of Judith and the boys' success overseas. And to lose Olivia 4 days later was a hell of a shock. Loved her too. Just hope the boys hang on. Can't bear to lose them too. I was in love with Judith at a very young age. I had to compete with all the other boys in my class though...lol. "She's mine!", "No, she's mine...." Such was the impact she had on we young lads...the beautiful girl next door. So Aussie she was, yet so classy a singer/musician. We already know how good Keith, Bruce, and Athol were...well they still are.

[@kettyc538]

Dear Judith, I learned to love your angelic voice not so long time ago. I was a little girl when I listened to some of The Seekers's songs. I speak Spanish and didn't know anything about English, but I loved these songs. Now, I do know English and enjoy most these music. I feel extremely sad for Judith's loss. And as some say, now you are an angel and singing so beautifully in Heaven. I will always love you.

[@tonvoesenek5713]

Let's give a million views for this special lady

[@timcoleman8812]

The guys are great, but Judith is a true gift! What a pure voice.

[@alanmather2828]

On my way home on the train after an awful day in the office. What a beautiful and moving song. Tears in my eyes. God's gift to the world. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@mabella3437]

A voice of an Angel !!!! Rest in Peace beautiful one !!!!

[@fionajohnston5206]

Here here , always brings tears to my eyes to hear her voice - a true performer and what a fitting song to close such an event- she really lifts the heart- in fact, it soars

[@pjimmbojimmbo1990]

My Eyes Leak too

[@thescribe7117]

Fiona Johnston, I came here to listen to Judith's rendition of the song she first sang so many years earlier when I found she had passed away on 5 August 2022. Her voice is still crystal clear and strong. Her voice touches my soul and makes my spirit soar. Goodbye Judith. Thank you for all the wonderful songs. May you continue to sing in the better place you have left us for.

[@gomenos54]

What a beautiful lady with a sensational voice. God bless you Judith.

[@Spacetwerp]

I find it so profound that Dusty sang, "Goin Back", which became her eulogy & Judith sang lead on,"The Carnival is Over" which will, doubtless, become hers. Both vocally-gifted and hugely influential singers, role models and great women; without Dusty, there'd arguably be no, "The Carnival is Over" and, without Judith's interpretation of Tom Springfield's beautiful ballad, we wouldn't have this heart-breaking rendition by which to remember and miss Judith. 💔😔💖💖

[@louiserawle8999]

So proud to be an Aussie,and love this awesome Aussie group.

[@patriciachua8118]

A very gifted singer with a very powerful voice and lovely band mates love them

[@neilewart4347]

As a young lad in the 60s I was in love with Judith...Just live thousands of others. Its great to know she is still performing and as well as ever. Beautiful voice. This is to take nothing away from the 3 lads. They complement her so well. There version of 500 miles still sends shivers down my spine. Good on you Seekers and Australia

[@dadio10862]

Judith, you have the voice of an angel, so loving Kindness.

[@pierrebeukes6315]

Judith's voice is one of the best soprano voices that contemprary music has ever had.

[@michellepound848]

RIP Judith, beautiful voice.

[@kimhogan7040]

Judith - your allegiance to God has brought you through so many tragedies - and yet your radiant face and voice shine through with the glory of God. The whole world loves you. Thanks be to God for loaning the world your beautiful Judith Durham. And thank you, Judith for persevering and singing for us yet another song. The boys are a beautiful complement that complete the mission of The Seekers who lead to God’s pure heart.

[@garybanglebangle7949]

Outstanding performance

[@stephenlow7035]

.It sadden me to learn of your passing. It is so very sad and heart broken to know you no longer with us. I have been your fan (from Brunei ) since I hard this song when i was in school and ever sibce bought your 45RPM records...followed by CDs. Its only last months I have been listening your hit songs in youtube....and now you are gone...it breaks my heart that this beautiful carnival is ovwer....although you have suffered so much pain in your life but your angelic voice still remain the same as when you are young.Your features have not changed much and I can see the face of a young Judith....now God have you in his keeping but all of us Fans have you in our memory and in our herart...Good bye and may you rest in peace with the angels....good bye. Cassettes and finally CDS and

[@carolecarr5210]

Once again I have enjoyed Judith & fellow Seekers beyond my vocabulary to dictate. She was so incredible. I am grateful to have lived to hear Judith.

[@walterkorzick496]

The voice of an angel on earth now a member of that Heavenly Choir.Sing on Judith

[@brianfarman2747]

The most beautiful singing voice i have ever heard

[@bcamins]

Through all these years, Judith Durham and the Seekers have exalted and praised God no matter the circumstance. Considering how contemporaries have faltered in serving themselves, it is quite refreshing to be reassured that what really matters in the end endures the test of time. As we are reminded that we are best measured in times of strife, then certainly the adversities described only serve to magnify that these seekers measure up quite well. Indeed these Seekers have succeeded in their search! It is no wonder that the heart-warming music of Judith Durham and the Seekers will persevere forever in bringing joy and inspiration to people like me, through KZbin or whatever lies ahead. Thank you so much!

[@wayneholton6283]

I have discovered her and this great band late. I love her. I've fallen!

[@stevethompsonart1505]

Only one Judith Durham. Voice of an Angel. Perfect.

[@gafpa]

Great singers, great people and a GREAT country

[@jamesdurkan5597]

What a beautiful voice never forgotten

[@larryvermeer6170]

What a beautifull ending of the Paralympics having the seekers there singing for people from other countries to get a chance to hear them again too

[@julianrandall4232]

"The show MUST go on". What a truly great professional she is.

[@b42baritone]

I am from the US. The Seekers are Australia national treasure.

[@alexkusznir6863]

The carnival is always with us when we hear this beautiful song.

[@applepie238]

beautiful voice, a fitting person to be asked to open or close any ceremoney or occasion in the WORLD, judith durham SUPERSTAR XXX

[@hook55]

WOW I never get sick of listening to the Seekers, goes to show what a great performer Judith is, even a broken hip can't stop her from singing.. there will never be another singer like Judith.

[@georgelennox3597]

Wonderful

[@joeburinskas8672]

RIP Judith

[@mikestuart7862]

So humble to hear these comments about Judy she is awesome.

[@patriciaschuster1371]

You will be loved forever the world over!

[@andyyeates6728]

I spent a lot of time listening to this fabulous group of musicians. Timeless music, R.I.P. Judith Durham.

[@daedster1]

Judith still has that perfect angelic voice........ wow

[@poohbearrichie72]

Judith is amazing and so is the power of God I have witnessed this personally the last few weeks Judith like me has true faith and absolute unquestioning faith in God. God is Love...

[@gerlar67]

This has got to be one of the best songs ever.

[@johne6081]

Yes -- beautiful Russian folk melody and great Springfield lyrics.

[@SaskiaCornell]

.....and now 13 years after this Judith is recovering from a brain haemmorhage which she had after The Seekers 50th Anniversary concert in Melbourne on 14th May - she is still currently in rehabilitation having to relearn so many things - she is unable to read, write, including music, play the piano, but she can still sing - Bless Judith - she is Australian's greatest female singer and an absolute sweetheart - The Seekers are Aussie's great group - so down to earth. Love you guys

[@saireygamp62]

but she did recover

[@pcatcomando1362]

GOD BLESS HER

[@garywhitaker5540]

Judith has the most angelic voice i have ever heard . My era of music the best i have ever heard .

[@jacklucking691]

What a group !!!........What a Lady Sing with the Angels Judith.

[@dennisbean7336]

She’s beautiful and absolutely fantastic love her so much

[@williammuenster7386]

your voice is still so beautiful...Thankyou all for all the wonderful music!~

[@janepang484]

Yes! Beautiful!😍🙆😚 Greetings from Hong Kong 🌏👩🌺🌸🌹🌷🌈🌞💐💝

[@christopherhunt6662]

I cannot imagine a world without your voice .

[@janepang484]

Wonderful!🎤🎸🎻🎹👍👏 Greetings from Hong Kong 🌏👩🌺🌸🌹🌷🌈🌞💐💝

[@KingOFuh]

The world is now without Judith but will never be without her voice.

[@fionajohnston]

This is one of my many favourites, a wonderful song, using a Russian hymn tune, always brings tears to my eyes when Judith Durham sings

[@daedster1]

a Russian hymn tune, really, didn't know, tell me more, or perhaps reply with u/t example, thanks

[@theslytod]

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[@daedster1]

@@theslytod what's that to do with a Russian tune? Good to hear again though

[@theslytod]

@@daedster1 same melody

[@SuperAllanjames]

There have been many incredibly beautiful real female voices but none i can think of had the singles cha t successes of Judith and the Seekers. I think Sandy Denny almost accidentally charted for a week in 1969 although her albums did chart. However a popular singer with 4a real voice is very rare.

[@belindasmith7096]

Thank you for the life time of pleasure your music gave, so many.

[@angelamary9493]

Rest in Peace Judith ..your songs will live on ..❤

[@TheTexastransplant]

Amazing, beautiful, breath taking. God bless you Judith and The Seekers!

[@brucegibson7478]

She still sounds stunning.

[@delviekaputra5132]

the song...the voice...the group....amazing!!

[@Osayannx]

The Carnival Is Over" Say goodbye my own true lover As we sing a lovers song How it breaks my heart to leave you Now the carnival is gone High above the dawn is waiting And my tears are falling rain For the carnival is over We may never meet again Like a drum, my heart was beating And your kiss was sweet as wine But the joys of love are fleeting For Pierrot and Columbine Now the harbour light is calling This will be our last goodbye Though the carnival is over I will love you till I die Like a drum, my heart was beating And your kiss was sweet as wine But the joys of love are fleeting For Pierrot and Columbine Now the harbour light is calling This will be our last goodbye Though the carnival is over I will love you till I die Though the carnival is over I will love you till I die..... NOTE: This song features the couplet "But the joys of love are fleeting/ For Pierrot and Columbine." Pierrot and Columbine were the names of two stock characters in the old Italian pantomime-like theatre known as del'arte Pierrot was a sad clown in love with the beautiful Columbine who breaks his heart by leaving him for Harlequin.

[@AWVeen]

Saysanne thank you for that, I didn't know! S

[@brianpope5243]

This is so sad to see, she still had that wonderful voice R.I.P dear judith

[@poohbearrichie72]

God bless Judith and her 'boys' Judith is simply breath taking and an Angel here on earth I pray that they all continue to be blessed and have continued good health to be able to tour again I so want to see them in the United Kingdom. Love xxx

[@hemmay]

Judith has been through so much. A bad car crash, losing her husband , broken hip and a brain haemorrhage etc. but can still be positive and sing like an angel.

[@ianmathieson65]

kevin heming

[@richarddeaman3577]

Judif . Your the best and always will be. I grew up with your songs . I am. 57 and my new wife is 63 and we both love your vice Richard

[@celsotorgozanardi9091]

Incredible clear voice.

[@almeggs3247]

Beautiful. God bless you Judith forever and forever we will love you!

[@MrSpeakerman]

RIP Dear Judith Durham in Heaven forever and ever RIP with angels and Jesus Christ

[@joannepatel5699]

She is beautiful lady but, it's so sad that she passed away l do remember her song when l was little girl . We will miss her and God bless her . Rest in peace

[@kennethpack1963]

Its nice to hear an Angel sing , and not have to go to heaven to hear Her....

[@Jeffybonbon]

standing or sitting she is the best x

[@cabbageears5793]

Rest in peace Judith 💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@imsocuteimsorich4952]

Rest in peace Judith I will love you till the day I will die amen,God bless you,💖🌈🌸🙏😘🌹

[@SuperAllanjames]

Immediate tears. Where did they come from? . Kylie Minogue said she was honoured to have pushed Judith on stage. She sure got that right.

[@watermain48]

Wow, she is just the best, as are the rest of the group.

[@chineainguanzo6341]

I believe you were an angel,for some reason I can't explain ,you always brought me peace when i heard you're voice may God bless uuuu! I miss youuuu, the who world will miss you.

[@alistairplenderleith7164]

Totally different class, back in the day it was said that the Seekers and Roy Orbison were the best live performers, the Beatles and Stones were at their best then. Say No More other than SUPERB!!!!

[@eldorta]

Thank you, Judith, Athol, Bruce and Keith.

[@beckynelson6786]

This song always makes me cry. Judith's voice was beautiful.

[@skudaarkaat1]

And there never will be again; She's a GEM!!

[@vixeMIDDLETON]

Beautiful she has a voice very wonderful

[@MegaLizzieboo]

Absolutely gorgeous 💕💕💕

[@receivedSE]

Judith, thank you! The Seekers, thank you!

[@tommiewatson4343]

Greetings from ireland I'm listening to Judith the carnaval is over tears in my eyes , I grew up with the seekers music and still loving it today 23 Oct 23 8.30pm

[@TheScavenger71]

The lyrics were true, Judith loved us until she died.

[@terrymcgough4528]

A voice with no equal

[@larryvermeer6170]

this song should be the closing of every Paralympics ceremony too

[@mariluzdealvamarin73]

Qué voz tan limpia, clara, potente, dulce y maravillosaaaa.Gracias

[@tomcahill6981]

Having just watched the closing ceremony from Paris, I went back and watched the end of the Paraympic in Sydney. This song just kills me how they finished it with the lights going dim. What an ending!

[@barryherbaut286]

Beautiful Judith

[@lost4amoment]

It was the 1960's. We boys all grew into men and fell in love and got married....after all, we couldn't all marry Judith. (although we all wanted to)

[@dennisaldridge451]

X

[@richard2556]

Superb 😊

[@Anonymous551656]

I wasn't even born until a couple of decades after the '60s. But if I had been born back then, I would've been amongst everybody else wanting to marry Judith. Absolutely incredible woman.

[@stanleyjohnson9514]

You took the words out of my mouth.! I'm 69 so never forget them..

[@ericcausier3963]

Loved this lady, she is the only singer I know when singing to a big audience she could make you feel as though she was singing it to you personally ❤❤❤ the world lost a shining light when she passed ❤❤❤

[@Robert-hr6sh]

God Bless and Love from the USA.

[@j.c.b6473]

So beautiful!

[@ravenbaa7989]

Miss her

[@davebunston1644]

The kylie of her day beautiful girl beautiful voice. Sadly missed😢

[@kevinsmith3671]

Simply a beautiful voice thank you R.I.P.

[@misstracyatkins9874]

I was at this venue, I'm a gen x born in 1975 but I appreciate I got to see a Aussie icon. Rip Judith ❤.

[@janepang484]

THE SEEKERS💖👸🕺👬🌟🤩 Great!🎼🎵🎹🎸🎻🎤📀👍👏 From Hong Kong🙋‍♀️🌏💝🌺🥰

[@mauricecarrig3019]

Breath taking just breath taking and I'm a SWEET FAN

[@NullaNulla]

I was sitting way up their left hand side closest end to them when they sang this. Awesome event and damn that stadium could pack some peeps in. It sounded good through the speaker system they had there though don't really get to see the singers that well when up near the back.

[@kathysimpson8844]

Her voice is just as strong. Wonderful soul.