Cent Mille Chansons - Stellenbosch University Choir

Frida Boccara
Solo Group: Grace Bagula; Imani Buthelezi; Wilmari Hanekom; Naomi Mulidzwi; Adam Erwee; Jordan Cridland
Arranged by André van der Merwe;
There will be a hundred thousand songs
and a hundred thousand seasons.
A hundred thousand lovers, just like the two of us,
in the blue bed of the earth.
And the insane castles, and ships full of stars.
And our eyes in an ocean of love.

[@CakeboyRiP]

There are many reasons to visit South Africa. Getting an opportunity to hear this choir perform live would convince me instantly to go and travel half way around the globe.

[@Ebah28]

You are most welcome here. Thank you for your beautiful comment.❤I am proudly SA🇿🇦

[@hanlieloyd9260]

O do come and visit. Awesome country, beautiful and rich in culture

[@laurencopenhaver5366]

Well, I can’t do it instantly, and I have to plan. It’s on my bucket list to hear this choir. I’ve heard it said “ decor is used to decorate space. Music is used to decorate time.

[@io132]

same feeling.

[@richardlogan1021]

See you there?

[@tomtheriault4589]

I’m 72 years old. I sang in choirs from grade 5 through college and in many church choirs, and under some exceptional directors. I’ve also directed choirs. This is the best choral sound I’ve ever heard, producing sublime sound from a wise range of genre … and all with real heart, even love. What a tribute to South Africa.

[@user-dx4fl1yg8e]

Lovely, like it very much,

[@user-dx4fl1yg8e]

That was great for somone this age.❤

[@richardlogan1021]

South African choirs, and especially this one, do everything to absolute perfection, as Interkultur repeatedly finds. That includes singing perfectly in "straight tone".

[@user-dx4fl1yg8e]

I like it so much, good luck.

[@user-dx4fl1yg8e]

THAT will be done. It was wonderfull

[@nansmith8703]

Andre van der Merwe is an extraordinarily talented man who has taken this choir to the top of the log. Andre - I salute you.

[@laurencopenhaver5366]

I went to mass, and the priest said that the first Christmas is the day that heaven touched earth. When I listen to your music, I believe it.

[@scalamusique]

Quelle émotion de découvrir ce chœur sud-africain interpréter en français cette magnifique chanson interprétée à l'époque par la grande Frida Boccara. Merci pour ce témoignage d'humanité et de tolérance au-delà des différences, si indispensable à notre époque.

[@jeanne-mancefortin960]

Je suis tellement émue d'entendre cette magnifique chanson de Frida Boccarra par une chorale incroyable.

[@rodneyward9261]

I sing in a large Cornish Male Voice choir and you just make the hairs on my neck stand up. I have never heard a richer or more beautiful sound .I must admit to listening to you most nights....your singing brings me to tears many times. Wonderful....just wonderful.

[@FionaGhalustians-np2cc]

Beautiful rendition of Frida Boccara’s song. I loved it as a child. Love it! From a Soutb African abroad

[@Eppeque]

Quel plaisir de voir cette magnifique chorale chanter dans ma langue maternelle. Joyeux Noël à tous !

[@mandlatshabalala9815]

Which language is it and what's the meaning of the song?

[@Charlie53888]

@@mandlatshabalala9815 It’s French. If you Google the title (Cent Mille Chansons) you’ll find lots of info. Beautiful song!

[@SilentStorm27]

@@mandlatshabalala9815 it's a French song, and it is about love (the English translation of the lyrics is in the video description)

[@claudebarul448]

N'est-ce pas. Même que ça me fait limite bizarre.

[@teariki58]

J’ai entendu cette chanson j’avais 11 ans ! Long time ago, I ´m 65 yo ! Merci

[@chrishodgson6302]

Everything this choir seems to do is extraordinary. They are beautiful in all aspects of the word. Thank you.

[@inaviljoen1062]

Wat 'n heerlike verrassing om weer te hoor hoe die koor Cent Mille Chansons na 48 jr sing! Welgedaan, André en koor! Ina Viljoen. US Koor 1973 - 1976.

[@kiniwobo6310]

This choir exemplifies the ideal world. Unity in Diversity!

[@lesegokomane1123]

It really does!

[@Ajoe-eg1vr]

Heaven on earth... c est juste le paradis.

[@lornapenn-chester6867]

The transition from penultimate to the last note. Magic. My favourite choir ever ❤

[@Charlie53888]

I grew up with this song. My grandmother would often play or sing it. What a beautiful rendition this is.

[@jupiter3067]

Il y aura cent mille chansons Quand viendra le temps des cent mille saisons Cent mille amoureux Pareils à nous deux Dans le lit tout bleu de la terre Cent mille chansons rien qu'à nous Cent mille horizons devant nous Partagés de bonheur Tout étalé de nos cœurs Et des châteaux insensés Et des bateaux étoilés Et des étoiles oubliées Et tes yeux et mes yeux Dans un océan d'amour Il y aura cent mille chansons Quand viendra le temps des cent mille saisons Cent mille maisons Gravées à ton nom Parmi les moissons de la terre Cent mille chansons rien qu'à nous Cent mille horizons devant nous Partagés de bonheur Tout étalé de nos cœurs Et des pays reconnus Et des forêts éperdues Et des chagrins défendus Et tes yeux et mes yeux Dans un océan d'amour

[@michaelbonello7795]

it's Christmas Eve today, and I'm hearing these angelic voices...what else would one want to hear before Our Lord is born! Happy Christmas to all

[@darrellpuls6082]

It's hard to believe that it is almost 20 years since I was in South Africa, researching the effectiveness of their truth and reconciliation process. I fell in love with the people, the music, the food, and even the coffee! Though SA has huge problems, the people gave me hope for a more peaceful, tolerant - and forgiving - world. The Stellenbosch University Choir is an inspiration!

[@r.s.2928]

Wunderbar... Stellenbosch Choir, einfach nur großartig!!! wie ein bisschen von einer anderen (besseren) Welt...weiterhin so große Erfolge. kommt bitte nach Deutschland!!!

[@kumoingeengunouanivi]

No You did not😭😭😭😭😭😫 I've been looking for such a sound here in England and I can't find it yet and y'all came and healed my soul😭😭

[@louisehardenberg5840]

There is such a sound in England too, voces8 are magnificent.

[@kumoingeengunouanivi]

@@louisehardenberg5840 I know bit they are a chamber not a big squad🥰

[@louisehardenberg5840]

@@kumoingeengunouanivi That's true, with many members in tune of course there is a special richer / thicker sound 🙂

[@maestyasaes8368]

I sang this almost ten years ago in my school's choir, and discovering that in South Africa, such a heavenly choir did it too is an amazing feeling. Thank you, it's beautiful

[@Dulcitudo23059]

Merci beaucoup pour avoir chanté en français ! Ce chant m a touché et son interprétation est magnifique ! Je vous suis depuis quelques années et c est la première fois que je vous entends dans ma langue ! Merci encore pour votre superbe interprétation !

[@gmanvr4740]

Whenever I listen to this Choir I always say there's no way they will be able to top the last song I've listen and than they come back with something like this. How in Heavens name do they do this. OMG this was the master of master pieces. It made me cry. WELL DONE!!!!

[@richardlogan1021]

You continue to live up to the highest standards of the art of music. But the best thing you all do is speak right to the human soul. So, everyone, just take in the experience of listening to beauty that really does have the power to move people. to heal, and create hope.

[@alisonplant2386]

So different from more recent pieces but equally stunning and beautifully delivered. Joyeux Noel

[@jillp1840]

Listening to this on Sunday morning (Christmas Eve morning) and it's just perfect! Thank you.

[@sugarhillblues]

Oh my God Stellenbosch, you are now challenging the choirs of Heaven.

[@brandonbydesign]

What a treat for Christmas! I've only been waiting 7 months for this. Thank you Andre and choir. Heavenly.

[@sebsstianmaag7718]

i´m 29Years and listen only to Rap/Techno but this one hit´s diffrent. Peace for my soul thanks to you guys :)

[@SilentStorm27]

You guys somehow dug up an old French song from the 70's, and wow, just wow !! Your rendition of it is hauntingly beautiful and moving *tips hat*

[@mjmarsh3034]

We visited South Africa last year and passed through lovely Stellenbosch. It was only when we got back that I found the Stellenbosch University Choir on KZbin. Since that time I've listened to and adored their music at every opportunity. What a glorious sound!

[@ayandadlamini9266]

This is beautiful 😍 🤩 👌 guys This choir gives me goosebumps ❤❤❤❤❤. It like I can get their CD or DVD because wow! The level is high

[@ndikogiddie8147]

Heavenly just beautiful I love listening to them so much and watching the choir master direct he’s absolutely amazing 😻

[@abrahampresence8297]

The most notable sound for me personaly is the the quality of the bass voices, rich and deep and form an exelent foundation for the rest of the voices. There is so much balance in the sound and it speak to the heart.

[@eveburton4597]

So proud to say they are from our home town. They are amazing

[@r.s.2928]

sie sind überwältigend!!!!❤

[@martinnganga]

This is Epic ❤ ...The solo group,the choir, Andre the director, everything is just flowing...what a Christmas gift.

[@emmanuelboulicot2231]

Wonderful interpretation of a beautiful love song. It reminds me of the deep emotion and my tears I had when I was a child when I listened to it sung by the choir that my father led at the time.

[@grecoeusebio]

Merci les enfants, du plus profond de mon coeur 😌

[@stefanolaspia3484]

Your music feeds the soul and gives happiness. Grazie di ❤️

[@kobiepretorius5543]

Beautiful arrangement of this beautiful song from many moons ago. Well done to Andre and the choir

[@sheilaannscholey4200]

How absolutely, unbelievably beautiful. Thank you so much.

[@sallybenoit8824]

De toute beauté!

[@artscreators123]

Divine!

[@VMMv35124]

Хочеться слушать снова и снова

[@Ebah28]

This is GOOSEBUMPS!!!!!❤you guys absolutely ROCK❤❤❤❤❤I am in heaven.❤❤❤❤❤

[@leonh101]

So divine

[@etutorsdigitalschool2215]

What a special gift for Christmas. Thank you

[@fabricemarie8471]

Mervellous !

[@Ajoe-eg1vr]

It is like my soul meets God. Un ocean de bonheur

[@philyew3617]

Simply Stunning! Thank you everyone. May you all have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

[@gruyerolivier1842]

Magnifique....pg Paris You sing with your heart...

[@fabricemarie8471]

I fallin in love with your choir, you are on my mind all day, think you so much :)

[@agathavandoesburg7297]

Beautiful 😍 thank you all, and Merry Christmas ❤❤

[@LucianoJannone]

Merci, une douceur pour mes oreilles. Et quelle justesse. Incroyable.

[@jean-luclemaitre1157]

Fantastique!! Milles merci, j'en ai les larmes aux yeux

[@mistermornevanderberg]

If this doesn't move you then I don't know what will

[@heritiertshijik9854]

Dear God I'm asking you something don't call me back home if i never sing in this choir ❤

[@vincenzogiaconia6234]

Meravigliosi!! Bravissimi! 🎼🎵🎶❤❤

[@kvarta_lv]

C'est vraiment très beau !

[@struiswaai]

Net die Here kan verduidelik hoe mooi hierdie is. Divine melody.

[@tomaszjastrzebski5826]

Fantastic!!!! Bravo,bravo, bravo!!!

[@daughter_IK]

This is beyond belief! So beautiful! Thank you! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@catherineseror5936]

Maaagnifique Wonder full

[@VABrowneMDPhD]

Beautiful blend of heavenly voices!

[@Celtjuh]

Wow, beautiful....❤

[@Abasifreke2797]

What a sound!

[@alankruza997]

Exceptional, as always.

[@brankajosilo-perry8889]

Pure beauty! Thank you so much.

[@gustavoibarra9787]

Maravilloso! Gracias ❤

[@lachoraleghana4222]

This is beautiful!!!❤

[@catherineseror5936]

Michel Magne doit vous remercier du ciel pour avoir magnifié cette chanson, musique du film le repos du guerrier

[@miavos3610]

Magnifique!!!

[@Meintewassenaar]

This is absolutely beautiful and very mesmerising! Thank you ❤

[@brjack1526]

Stunning.

[@sergegrun5058]

Cent mille et mille bravo

[@leoniedijxhoorn6239]

Is this the first hint that you are coming to europe ? 🙏 Thank you for this masterpiece.

[@Charlie53888]

I was thinking, and hoping, the same!

[@annemartine]

Tears!

[@jasonryan5420]

#choralperfection Please do a WORLD TOUR! And if that's not possible, please visit Toronto, Canada to do a performance.

[@io132]

and seattle wa

[@fabioaparecido8103]

Muito lindo e magnífico 👏🏾👏🏾 Brazil 🇧🇷

[@tebogomcbird]

AGT to recognize this choir 🙏❤️❤️

[@r1oaktree461]

Wanted to give them 10👍,,but could only give 1.

[@monicahammes7404]

Twee maal vanjaar gehoor, by KUESTA en daarna by die Woordfees. Baie dankie, dis 'n wonderlike uitvoering van die gunsteling.

[@paolafoglieri3824]

Semplicemente meraviglioso ❤

[@osteenc.chisupa2029]

Amazing!!! 😮

[@thembamnisi4467]

Yohhh🥺

[@venty1]

Agree. Yohhh says it all.😲

[@Annapatat67]

Een van my gunsteling koor stukke wat ek nog ooit gesing het. Julle verwerking is manjefiek.

[@idadebruyn2534]

Werklik pragtig💖

[@susananegrinbenech5918]

Sublime!!!!!!

[@spacetan]

Merci❤

[@jupiter3067]

I wanted to hear the result of your wonderful work after hearing on January 29, 2024 a radio report on Radio-Canada on a documentary “gross inner happiness” by Hugo Latulippe. Thank you to each of you for demonstrating that after years of apartheid, harmony is much more beautiful. What an inspiration for the whole world. Thank you to the Black community for being so resilient and so non-vengeful.

[@user-xm9wl6bb2e]

Belle chanson française 😊❤❤❤

[@vanhunks]

Sublime!

[@helgafraser8371]

Thank you for this Christmas o

[@user-yo6hv8jt3t]

Wonderbaarlik!

[@jacqueswagner2240]

Awesome Maties!

[@ericoahoui.cestlemeilleurm3696]

❤❤❤❤

[@international1125]

Požehnané Vianoce

[@user-dx4fl1yg8e]

❤

[@birgitpeters7975]

Schön.....🕊🗝🎄🕆❤🎶

[@tumec9885]

Oh man, I really want to do this with my choir. We are just a community choir but would love to do this. Anyone has a choir arrangement for it?