The USAF Band Holiday Flash Mob at the National Air and Space Museum 2013

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ATTENTION BAND/ORCHESTRA/CHORAL DIRECTORS! The score and parts to SMSgt Bob Thurston's extraordinary Holiday Flash Mob arrangement of "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring/Joy to the World" are available as FREE downloads through the following links. Please share and enjoy with your own ensembles!
Score:
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Individual Parts:
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Special thanks to the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum for supporting this endeavor.
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Also thanks to The United States Air Force Honor Guard who assisted with the unveiling of our flash mob.
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[@brucefornes5243]

WOW! USAF! Thank you from our family whose Dad was an F-80 pilot shot down over North Hell Korea and spent 14 months as a POW! Glorious! Wonderful! Praise God! Love you, Daddy!

[@expatcanuck79]

I lose it every time I watch this video. The songs, by themselves--but then there's family lost in service to the U.S. and to the Crown, and yup, I lose it. Thank you, USAF Band.

[@ralphbarhydt8974]

Have you ever noticed that when a group like this starts playing spontaneously, everybody around starts smiling. When this group starts playing with such beauty, such power, such professionalism people fight to hold back the tears. This music, this band, like the US Navy band, touches people deeply. They speak with the power of love, beauty and hope and bring pride to our nation.

[@TheUSAFBand]

Thank you so much for your kind words! Happy holidays to you and your family!

[@als6226]

God Bless America 🇺🇸

[@marianotalavera8494]

American Pride Word Wide!!!!!!!!!!777

[@gregoryjohnson6753]

Amen

[@mistytharpe3991]

Nope. I cry freely

[@wild707cat]

With all that has happened this year, we NEED this in 2020.

[@homemovies751]

I think this is the best KZbin video ever made. Period.

[@lydialas8756]

@Hello Don how are you doing

[@mkkboy2123]

I've watched this video every year since someone sent me the link back in 2013. I start my holidays with this viewing. Very proud to have served in the USAF!

[@richevangelista8199]

I am happy to say that I watch it every year too and I post it to share the joy with others each year as well. This performance still makes me cry every time!!!

[@kystars]

Thank you for your service! I also watch it every year and sometimes during the year as well if the mood strikes me :) Make sure you copy this somehow in case they ever take it down. SO MANY times I have a favorite video and then BOOOM, its gone. I have a backup just in case :)

[@woodwaker1]

USAF 1969-1973 thank you for your service

[@mkkboy2123]

It was an honor!

[@darlene7688]

Thank you for your service!

[@ebp184]

This is, by far, the highest ranking group of mostly enlisted U.S. Air Force personnel I've ever seen, including during my four years of service between 1968 to 1972, which means these airmen musicians, on average, have been in for some years and must truly love what they are doing. It certainly shows. Beautiful.

[@TheUSAFBand]

Thank you so much! We love our jobs.

[@KarinHelga-zb6rn]

Oh, how beautiful and moving Thank you so much!! I hummed along, I'm so grateful that I can hear it in South Africa !!❤

[@michaelewest822]

In 1970, I had the pleasure of playing with the USAF Band in Panama, S.A. It was one of the highlights of my music career! A side by side concert with the Band and the Balboa High School Band and Orchestra.....will never forget it!!!!!

[@annaholmes1946]

Thanks USAF for the lovely Christmas gift you shared!

[@kurtvilla4580]

Absolutely beautiful!! And that Charlie Brown is what Christmas is all about. Merry Christmas to all...

[@jmurf67]

Almost 11 years later, still takes my breath away

[@redleg56]

The reaction of the children to classical flash mob music always gets to me. They get it right to their innards body and soul.

[@bridrice]

It made me cry. No matter what one believes or doesn't, the music is beautiful, and speaks to everyone.

[@OVERHERE-OVERHERE]

Dan Bridston One of the beauties of humanity

[@MaureenBeck]

You are correct 💛🎶

[@theresasky5387]

Me too, Dan!

[@GrammyTapDancing]

Wow 👏 😮

[@piarizzosebastianmiobonifa1369]

lol

[@cherylgarland1156]

Brings back such wonderful memories of being in band. Notice all of them played and sang from memory. Spectacular!

[@mantyme]

This is the part of America we can be proud of. Merry Christmas to our military and their families!!

[@specspots]

After watching this I am extra proud of having been a member of the US Air Force. You guys make me super proud of my service.

[@kimjong-un1136]

Cool story bro.

[@heidikortman2534]

I consider it the best 'flashmob' performance of all time.

[@PBurns-ng3gw]

Thank u 4 ur cervix

[@leecox1513]

Me too. One of the snare drummers for Keesler AFB Drum & Bugle Corps, 1955. Served later as an automatic tracking radar tech for SAC until my discharge in late 1958. They were four of the best years of my life. I'm now 84.

[@michaelgohlke3168]

Same here as a veteran of The US Navy.

[@hawkdaddy64]

My heart is full of pride for our military. I am a retired Army veteran. My son serves in the Army. My son serves in the Air Force. We would have it no other way. May God continue to bless this nation with those who would go into harms way for this nation.

[@gumbyElvis]

Wow, just wow. As a former Army Sgt. the son-in-law of an Army guy who got his nose shot off in WWII, and the son of an Army guy whose life was saved by an Airforce P51 pilot in the first week of the Korean war, this gave me chills.

[@gayedodge9550]

LOVE this video! As a Christian & the wife of a career USAF musician, I just couldn't be prouder / happier to see this amazing video. What a way to celebrate Christmas! Thanks so much for posting this . . . I'll show my husband right away.

[@jeanieleete8400]

I have never seen a man play the harp before this. This the American spirit we are so porud of.

[@pattinick161]

After 30 years in the military (and still serving) this brought tears to my eyes. So, to all my fellow airmen serving away from home this holiday season...Merry Christmas and stay safe!

[@MichaelBrussow44]

Thank you for your service

[@robinaguinaldo4507]

The sound of the fanfare is the one that make this video so majestic. Incredible sound.

[@Laudon1228]

Goosebumps and tears in my eyes, every time a I watch this. What incredible account is for the horns.

[@princesssweetpea9205]

Just 'annointed'.... This never gets old. It makes me sad that the man who led this band no longer does. Such a blessing. Look at the instant smiles and looks of peace and joy that comes across all the visitors faces with this amazing music.

[@cottonpickin1958]

The United States Air Force Band playing CHRISTMAS music! Makes me proud to be an American! Merry Christmas to all!

[@kindredspirit2]

I love the smiles and joy you gave others while you were having fun!

[@normh4856]

This is one of my go to videos when I need a bit of a lift. It will forever be a favorite. God Bless America!

[@308Karl]

The greatest flashmob ive seen so far. The first song and the transition sound like from the movie Jurassic World

[@wheelej99]

Not only was this one fabulous performance but the happy smiles on the faces of the onlookers made it all so much worthwhile. Good on ya Yanks!

[@pedrojuliancereceda8301]

I am delighted! Thank you kindly for sharing!!!

[@tulsatornado1578]

Awsome❤. You cant help but smile😊.

[@rickholland9203]

Thank you for giving...the people's responses are all worth while!

[@jackknudson-rk1uv]

Thanks for this, I belonged to Lutheran church of over a thousand member in a town of 500, we opened our Christmas morning service with this song,sang by three choirs and brass band playing, and the organist playing znd the congregation singing as loud as they could. We would shake the rafters of the gothic 100 year old church, one of the fondest and most beautiful memories of my youth in Bode Iowa.

[@natalieskyrim3658]

It's unbelievable how much these men and women do for their country!!!

[@tufftexan]

I cannot get enough of this. I feel the Spirit every time I watch it. I just love love tove this!

[@jjt8777]

OMG!!!!!!! AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish I was there, but THANKS to whoever put this on you tube!!!!!!!!!!!!! GOD BLESS THEM ALL!!!!!!!!

[@bobdowns8651]

I have a grandson in the USAF. God bless him and all our service personnel.

[@hugmal37]

From an old RAF guy. Absolutely super stuff. Thank you all.

[@MK-wf5uz]

Beautiful! Got a little misty eyed there!

[@ricciodiangelo1967]

Eventhough no American, excellent flash-mob and excellent choice of music. Way to go USAF Band, absolutely great musicians. God Bless you in spreading the Christmas as we all know it.

[@elainesandman9874]

God Bless all of you thank you. From a 20 year retired Navy!

[@rckstein1057]

What a special treat those visitors to the museum got that day! The Air Force band is a class act, how can this not bring a smile to your face!

[@TheUSAFBand]

Thank you for the high praise!

[@garrettswoodworx1873]

My wife and I were there and it was an incredibly wonderful experience! I truly wish circumstances were different and these flash concerts could happen once again so others could experience these wonderful musicians. I truly enjoy watching the Colonel so obviously enjoying what he is doing as well!

[@billyramsey3868]

This brings a smile to your face and awe to your heart."God Bless America"!

[@shaunwilbert5533]

I really hope the USAF decides to bring the Band's Holiday Season Flash Mob back... my daughter and I have watched every video, and would love to see it happen again. Ideally, we want to be there when it happens, but the spontaneity is what makes it so amazing.

[@sandrabeauchemin9460]

It is just as good in 2019 as it was when performed. Thank you Each and every service member. God Bless America

[@Nattieboop]

I started crying when this played. Helped me out tremendously in an article I’ve been cooking up. Thank you to the wonderful airmen of the U.S. Air Force Band. ❤️

[@Reyfox1]

A HUGE smile on my face and a couple of tears!

[@NectarDrops108]

That was incredible! The human condition is to "love & embrace" one another. Music is such a universal thread that connects us all.

[@chrisadamo1720]

It's particularly gratifying to see and hear such beauty coming from America's finest, with Apollo 11 and the "Spirit of St. Louis" in the background.

[@terrylee292]

What a great Christmas present from the Air Force Band to the citizens of our country. And through the wonder of the Internet, we can all share part of the experience.

[@WC86EVA]

I'M 100% NAVY AND THAT WAS BEAUTIFUL....MERRY CHRISTMAS/HAPPY HANNUKAH TO ALL!

[@claibornsmama]

This is just fantastic! Brings wonderful memories to mind of a very special person that served in the USAF! Take time to watch.

[@paulschmidt5572]

I've watched this several times, and I cry everytime! Wish I could have seen this in person, or even better, played in the band!

[@lydialas8756]

@Hello Paul how are you doing

[@noslavetoreality]

As a fellow musician, this is easily summed up for me in one word. LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! Thank you for sharing!

[@golittleperson]

Why am I crying, dang it! Great job, wish I could have been in the crowd.

[@janicemcintire-stearn7243]

Jesus, a man desiring was played at my wedding and out of all the versions that song that I have herd, this is my favorite. And I love how they transition into Joy to the world. It brings tears of joy listing watching and listening to this video. I wish I was there to see this in person.

[@CT-5736-Bladez]

The world needs more music randomly popping up out of no where. Flash mobs in public settings where no one expects are truly magical. Also those trumpets!!!! Goosebumps! They make me want to pick up my trumpet again after I set it aside for half a year since graduating high school.

[@TheUSAFBand]

Thanks for watching! Never too late to pick it up again!

[@thomas7johns]

I spent 5 years in the Air Force and loved every minute of it. The USAF band is the best of the service bands!

[@Globetrotter0566]

My fellow Airmen at their best....Thank you!

[@mikehelton1453]

A most beautiful Christian song in a most impressive place. After many years, this Flash Mob scene is still the Best.

[@BillDWatkins]

Awesome! You guys & gals make me proud to have been a part of the USAF! God bless you all! And Thanks for serving!

[@judyannehutchison5274]

this is a wonderful example of humans at their very best, the only battles we should be engaging in are "battles of the bands", in which no one dies or is wounded and everyone wins...when the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace...

[@jenn41199]

My husband is a proud Air Force vet, we both loved this. It exemplifies God and Country.

[@1948tc]

for you and your husband thank you both for serving our beloved country

[@conniedasilva3646]

unbelievably beautiful!!! USAF, if you can only hear me clapping.....i shed a tear of delight and admiration.....thank you for the honour and pleasure of viewing this and listening to this.....with much prayers for the wellbeing of everyone of you in the U.S. Air Force!!!

[@vincentpertoso3148]

For Jesus is the reason for the season. Thank you USAF Band.

[@HokeeDokeyHorses]

What a treat! My Daddy served 26 years in the USAF and retired as a CMSGT with honor. Thank you all for your service, God bless you this Christmas.

[@TheIrishloon]

The last chord is sublime. Perfectly rounded. So good I needed my headphones.

[@angfucious]

[@studmfn63]

Being an alumni of the AF bands program (stationed at Wright-Patt Sept '84- Oct '92 & Hanscom Oct '92- Oct '94), this makes me extremely proud to call myself an Air Force musician! Well done Col. Lang & members of the AF DC band. Jerry Smith, tuba Tacoma Concert Band

[@joanrullman6072]

After seeing this last year, I remembered it instantly. It is a most beautiful presentation of the Joy of Christmas done by such a skilled group of musicians by the men and women who so wonderfully give of their time & lives to protect us and our freedoms. Awesome!!!!

[@juliaskeesick3566]

there is nothing more delightful than something unexpected and profoundly beautiful

[@JWPMinnesota]

Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring. Thank you Mr. Bach and the USAF Band for this testament to who Jesus Christ is. Thank you Jesus for what you did and who you are.

[@D5990]

What a great band/orchestra; the love of my musical life.

[@lydialas8756]

@Hello Darry how are you doing

[@debrabrooks7285]

What a beautiful moment of worship of our Lord Jesus by Our USAF Band during our Christmas Season 2013.

[@rachel021295]

That's me at 3:40! This was the most amazing thing to witness!

[@nadineeckhardt4714]

We are soooooooooooooooo blessed! May God bless all who care so much about others!!! May God keep you all safe as you help to keep us safe!!! The music is so beautiful! Thanks so much for your time! Nadine Eckhardt

[@zarzarcommunication]

Music is an international language; it knows no boundaries. The classical and mellifluous sounds touch every heart open to it.

[@jag2wowy581]

Only the human soul, filled with the Grace from Almighty God can produce results like this. Awesome, thank you USAF

[@fdwsr71]

I look this up every year when close to the holidays a little early this year. It always boosts my spirits.

[@alhendershot5912]

Thank you very much for doing this and thank all of your for your service. GOD Bless.

[@nelsonbrugh3572]

Spontaneous gift felt by all in the Air & Space Museum. What a joy to see the eyes light up with wonder of the audience. GOD bless the USAF. What a wonderful moment I was given by a friend he sent me this link. GOD stirred my heart with this beautiful song.

[@lindapalmer2281]

Beautiful music by the Air Force Band. . .. .I was in the U.S. Air Force, too, so this is special to me.

[@F15CEAGLE1]

SAME😊

[@susanh5585]

Yet another reason to love our Military! Such devoted and talented individuals! Makes me very proud to be an American. Would have been the best day every to have witnessed this in person.

[@create4christ]

AMAZING!! I'll bet this was a picture to behold. Thank you all for your service!!

[@meribahsmith8953]

For inspiration I keep coming back to this incredible presentation at different times during the years since 2013. A GREAT Salute to the Dedicated and Professional Members who gifted us with their wonderful talents!

[@josephhess9128]

So beautiful, thank God he created so many talented people.

[@conniebruns5810]

Thank You! What a Gift you are giving us!.. So beautiful.

[@OVERHERE-OVERHERE]

One of the most Tranquil and peaceful Pieces of music ever Written, my most Favorite. I enjoy This video very much... I am a Air force Vetran. Thank you.

[@fwijnja]

saw it ten times but still loving it.tears!!what a super B performance.greetings from the netherlands......

[@lydialas8756]

@Hello How are you doing dear

[@bwbethel]

Thank you Servicemen and Servicewomen -- your sacrifice, as well as your families', does not go unnoticed!! I just hope it keeps being funded. Just look at those decorations -- these folks are not just amazing musicians. They Defend This Nation. God Speed!!

[@relic69]

Speechless. A most beautiful heart rendering performance. I imagine that all those USAF gifted musicians went through basic training, capable of defending their country if need be. Only a heathen would denounce this. Poor souls.

[@mr6230]

Brought tears to my eyes. So moving! Thank you thank you thank you! Thank you for ALL YOU DO for your country, for US!

[@nitramretep]

An exceptional musical performance, very moving and something I have watched numerous times.

[@johnk6241]

I like how it all started with one lone cellist, and then built from there to the crescendo at the end. I was crying tears of joy and delight by the end. And my salute not only to these fine USAF musicians, but whoever did the arrangement as well. Spot ON :)

[@iBi_uBu]

Praying that the 573 grinchs who disliked this get a heart for Christmas 💖

[@kimberlypettit4944]

Absolutely beautiful... wish I had been there to see it in person.

[@rjslik]

I watch this every year and it puts me in the Christmas spirit every time, and I tear up because its so awesome a performance. Send it someone you love. It will make their day.

[@organmistress4684]

I cried by the end of this! One of the most beautiful performances I've ever heard! Thank you soooo much for sharing! I'm so proud of our Air Force!

[@Ithes417]

I am moved almost beyond words by this performance! I have to admit that it literally brought tears to my eyes to see and hear such a beautiful rendition by our Air Force Band that gives honor to and recognizes The Lord as King during this Christmas season! I wish I had been there in person and I want to thank Colonel Larry H. Lang, Commander and Conductor, and the members of the Air Force Band for such an awesome and soul stirring performance and video production.

[@fidmore2]

Oh , how Wonderfully Beautiful !!!! Thank you for this lovely appearance and your service .

[@golfguy0111]

It makes me very proud to be a former member of a USAF band from 1969-1973. A very Merry Christmas to all my friends and family and to our troops who serve so that all this is possible in the greatest (but not perfect) country.

[@dawnwelch6579]

Thank you for your service, absolutely! May I ask what instrument you played?