Ain't No Mountain High Enough - Stunning Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra, Choirs and Soloists

Gimnazija Kranj Great Christmas Concert 2017 - Invitation to the Dance. Gimnazija Kranj Symphony Orchestra and United Choirs performed this stunning music under the baton of maestro Nejc Bečan. The Orchestra sold out two consecutive nights, december 18th and 19th, 2017 in Gallus Hall, Cankarjev doma, Ljubljana, Slovenia, EU. They played as usual with great spirit and musical excelence. Concert master is Nejc Avbelj. Our youth orchestra set another musical milestone. Sound design: Mitja Krže; Concert and film director: Primož Zevnik;
arrangement: mag. Jaka Pucihar
solo female vocal: Dina Arapović
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solo male vocal: Tilen Lotrič
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back vocals: Katja Potočnik, Tina Urh, Regina Selan, Ana Bertoncelj, Tea Aljaž, Ana Lombar, Ela Štirn, Nika Mali
"Ain't No Mountain High Enough" is an R&B/soul song written by Nickolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson in 1966 for the Tamla label, a division of Motown. The composition was first successful as a 1967 hit single recorded by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, becoming a hit again in 1970 when recorded by former Supremes frontwoman Diana Ross. The song became Ross' first solo number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award.
assistant director and editorial: Juš Hrastnik
concert director: Primož Zevnik
GIMNAZIJA KRANJ SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 2017
Flutes, pikolo: Vita Benko, Julia Ana Irgelj, Karin Primožič, Ajda Kajdiž, Brina Robinik Kobal, Neža Peternel, Ana Bergant, Neža Čadež, Vito Krajnik, Katjuša Rupnik; Oboa: Ana Souza Leban, Ana Stoschitzky; English Horn: Neža Podbršček; Clarinets: Domen Kos, Peter Franc Letonja, Aiden Franko, Klara Polajnar, Jaka Bodlaj, Hana Grobovšek, Peter Kuder (Es klarinet); Base Clarinet: Nejc Herman; Fagot: Boštjan Žekar, Dejan Rihtarič
Saksofon: Primož Lah, Juš Lesjak, Martin Verbič, Gal Grobovšek; Francoski rog: Mihajlo Bulajić, Tadej Kopitar, Marko Pirc, Aljaž Praprotnik, Jernej Klenovšek; Trobenta: Oskar Šubic, Aleš Klančar, Blaž Avbar, Matej Kravcar; Tubes: Žan Škrjanec, Filip Istenič, Domen Gantar, Urban Turjak, Jakob Istenič (Evfonij); Tuba: Tilen Jelenc; 1. violins: Nejc Avbelj, Leja Meglič, Laura Ana Oman, Ana Poklukar, Maruša Lučič Bolka, Lara Bogataj, Lana Grbič, Katarina Miklavčič, Oskar Longyka, Ana Krpan, Matija Udovič, Kaja Sešek, Anja Šoštarič, Neža Capuder; 2. violins: Tim Skalar Demšar, Veronica Radigna, Ajda Azocar, Ana Sešek, Tonka Pogačnik Pirnat, Mojca Batič, Ana Marija Jurečič, Nežka Starc, Tina Jamšek, Anja Šoštarič, Metka Udovč, Klara Gruden; Viola: Taja Starčič Križnar, Špela Pirnat, Ricardo Azocar, Anuša Plesničar, Neža Papler, Kristijan Dražil, Hana Lavrinc, Petar Njegovan, Anastazija Krenn, Eva Kovačič ,
Violončelo: Ana Zupan, Hana Ekar Grlj, Maruša Bogataj, Nika Vremšak, Katarina Kozjek, Ema Kobal, Romana Šimbera, Tadeja Žele , Arslan Hamidulin, Katarina Minatti; Kontrabas: Miha Firšt, Marie Elaine Malowerschnig, Gašper Livk, Urban Čefarin, Rok Hozjan, Janez Krevel, Karim Zajec; Tolkala: Vid Ušeničnik, Dan Ažman Pistotnik, Marko Jurečič, Filip Okrožnik, Leon Ostanek Jurina, Miha Ogris, Klemen Jelenc, Lenart Kolja Kokalj
Klavir: Liza Rozman, Eva Zupan, Katja Jerič, Vita Naglič
Kitara, bas kitara: Urh Zupan, Luka Štibelj, Emir Ibrakić
Harmonika: Ana Lombar; Harfa: Urša Rihtaršič, Zala Hrastnik
PRODUCTIONS:
Radio Slovenia Crew balance engineer: Mitja Krže
Yasmin d.o.o (Tina Karba in Marko Trilar)
Cankarjev dom: Tina Kramberger
VPK: producer Sven Godec
MOPS: Marjan Cerar
PPZ: Primož Zevnik, director and producer
KLOPOTEC: mastering Iztok Zupan
Gimnazija Kranj: mag. Franc Rozman, headmaster
Gimnazija Kranj Film Crew:
Juš Egart, Luka Šarec, Jernej Zatler, Jurij Samykin, Rok Kozamernik, Jerneja Rotar, Jaša Krč, Andraž Žnidar, Juš Hrastnik, Gal Nagode
Technical Crew:
Božidar Basta, Domen Baumgartner, Juš Egart, Juš Hrastnik, Jakob Istenič, Matija Ječnik, Tina Jelovčan, Vid Košiček, Rok Kozamernik, Aljaž Lavtižar, Miha Lipovec, Kaja Magovac, Gal Nagode, Ruth Romih, Jerneja Rotar, Domen Sajovic, Jurij Samykin, Luka Šarec, Andraž Stariha, Luka Stojanović, Jernej Zatler

[@SamMadrid1]

There are not many things in this world that can make people feel good than beautiful young people like this displaying their talents and sharing them with the rest of society. Thanks to all those involved in groups like this around the world. If we had more of this and less radicals running lose the world and society would be a much better place to be. Good for all of you Slovenians you are great!!!

[@EdMiran]

Slovenians pronounce English language so well & good Musicians. Bravo from the Philippines.🇵🇭

[@sbcap3809]

Thank you for letting the youth have the chance to show that the youth is full of beauty and talent.

[@Kurt14able]

I just love listening to this Orchestra. They are so talented. Yes, God bless Slovenia. You can see and hear their passion for music. Wonderful !!

[@stevencovington4715]

It brings me joy to see these young people putting their JOY into the music. And the audience enjoys it as well!.

[@tomaszpilch7570]

young singers and musicians singing and playing for each other - electrifying - thank you for sharing

[@petetotaro9510]

This proves that no borders exist on the planet to keep good music out of any country that wants to sing! The sounds you hear are heard in most all countries that like excellent songs! Thanks a million for making this video! God Bless Slovenia 🇸🇮!

[@stevenvbkuleletnikomikoy7013]

beautiful!!!!

[@dwainseppala4469]

I’m amazed. Slovenia’s on my bucket list.

[@nesrinozcan876]

Bravo Love this group💗💗💗

[@jackmorgan1677]

Good to see Slovenia join the great tradition of European light music orchestras.

[@jamesconner3437]

@@dwainseppala4469 ...absolutely...the food is great, too !

[@fredsteeghs1487]

No greater joy but to make music together, to perform, to entertain and just having fun doing it. Kudos guys!

[@ernestskok8033]

Perhaps they are not preocupated with sales numbers.

[@thepearlatelier4256]

how is it possible that ON TOP OF BEING SO IMMENSELY TALENTED that they are ALSO SO VERY GOOD LOOKING. wow...

[@dushkasweitzer4414]

I am proud of them, they are my countrymen and women. Great talents and many are just school kids.

[@patricevallee2798]

The good looking is a bonus ... the 💖 is the essential 😉😊🥰🤗

[@lauralesniak6635]

Also ? 0

[@BarneyDavey]

A wonderful, joyful, youthful, heartwarming performance. They make magic and smiles.

[@gloriaangelinaarcaya7775]

Beautiful rendition by the orchestra and singers did justice to the song

[@ndakhotmail]

What a privilege for us folk who where around to hear the original of this to have these young folk bring their talent to work on this classic.

[@ginogina4589]

Love them all! Absolutely fantastic rendition. And the flutist is the best!

[@goinxnginx]

I love this orchestra and singers! Thanks to KZbin, so many are allowed to experience these young performers. I want to see one of these Christmas concerts live someday soon!

[@nancymar5835]

This great performance of the 1967 classic hit song from Motown, written by Ashford and Simpson and originally performed by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, proves once again of its timeless appeal to the masses. I loved this song as a teenager and still love it today. It’s the ringtone on my phone for my youngest granddaughter, age 17. My daughters and grandchildren all consider it a favorite song. Music is universal and I always enjoy seeing other ethnicities and cultures finding pleasure in performing American pop tunes. This is a really impressive and talented group of musicians and singers! Thanks for sharing your talent on KZbin!

[@ronfreeman5857]

What a beautiful sound ... congrats to you all.. and thank you for the music..

[@murraychadwick9362]

Bravo!!! Her first words to this song brought instant goosebumps and a tear. How I miss this music! This music still brings me so much joy at the age of 61. No medicine in the world can take away my pain the way music does❤️👏👏👏

[@lfranciscoflores5980]

Great version of this beautiful song.. Wonderful.. All wonderful the Orchestra the singers, the chorus.. All great

[@laurawilliams5363]

It is such fun to see all the musicians enjoying themselves, smiling and swaying this is how music is meant to be. Thanks for sharing this video!

[@johntukey857]

u pegged it thank u

[@trommelbiel]

It's remarkable that so many people have gathered to celebrate one of the most iconic songs ever created. 💜

[@sinbadandsalty3908]

What a beautiful sight and sound! Nothing compares to an orchestra 👏

[@robbharvey2505]

These youngsters are having SO much fun! Look at the smiles.

[@alex90909]

yess

[@larryeaston4375]

What a smooth song with great orchestra

[@yvonnecolson6382]

Absolutely fabulous!! We truelly felt you really an awesome performance!! 3 CHEERS TO THE ENTIRE PERFORMERS !! TY!! 💞🤩🇺🇲👍👏👏💞

[@danvoss263]

They're wonderful! Just like one is there.

[@LK-bz9sk]

Beautiful. I love their accent coming through. Chatming. 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@danocampo3852]

I simply LOVE you guys. You're all AMAZING. BLESS YOU from The PHILIPPINES.

[@williamkane975]

The folks at Motown are smiling hearing this rendition!!!

[@ndectablet4473]

Keep it coming, folks. In these difficult times, 4 30. 22. We need music everywhere on our beloved planet! I want more of this fabulous orchestra and chorus and their fine arrangements. Hope it is possible to keep it coming despite hardships nearby,, musician from Maine USA appreciates immensely!

[@spectrum04002]

This perfomanace and most I have seen by this orchestra and vocalist have been real bright spots in my listening these days. Such a full sound and accents are just enough to make it all new and unique.Bravo. :)

[@mdechi]

Wow, what a stunning performance! What an energy by the orchestra and the singers... and even the conductor is singing/swinging with them (as it should be...)!

[@tonypolley2976]

I watch this clip often. Very high class. Love it !!!! Tony (Australia)

[@donguiddodilozzo1906]

So nice and refreshing to hear !!! Great job, singing, choirs, and orchestra. The is to see all the smiles from the percussion guy to the director. That's what music is for !!!

[@JDS0409]

I just love the Gimnazija Kranj!!

[@leighbrown1725]

Thank you for your your wonderful music 🎶❤️❤️❤️

[@rching5039]

Perfect 🥰💞rendition of one of my favorite 😍❤song 🎵

[@steelepls]

Marvin Gaye and Tammy Terrell along with the rest of Motown would have loved this, I did. Well done from Charlotte, NC in the US.

[@staana8167]

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[@sewahsewah2044]

Nick Ashford And Valerie Simpson Wrote A Gem of A Lifetime!!! 💕First Time Viewing This Version!!!💕Love It! 💕In Loving Memory of The Late Great Tammi Terrell And Marvin Gaye! 💕And All Time Living Legendary Boss Lady Diana Ross!!!!! 😎💕🙏🏾Blessings

[@beagle7622]

This orchestra just keep getting better. The lead singer incredible, seen her before in a very short dress about 2012 I think.

[@jpdavis6042]

Proud to be half Slav. Rare to see such a pleasing performance with such natural enthusiasm from the entire ensemble of splendid artists. JP (LA)

[@luferre8451]

Big crush on her performance, I’m so much attracted by this Slovenian young lady, the way she talk and singing, impressed me to rewind the version,so as the band! I guess

[@arilabella3667]

An awesome and spirited big band rendition of great classic

[@vicfercoelloespin]

Fantastic performance and execution. That is the best way to live and feel music. Congratulations to all

[@sheilasibics7063]

Ain’t no distance enough to hear and see You all!!! Congratulations and thank you !!!!!

[@SGAcba]

This song is undoubtedly ahead of its time, a great work by Nickolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson, an eternal Soul song and this version is excellent, congratulations!

[@freddyalvaradamaranon304]

Una bella canción interpretada maravillosamente por hermosas cantantes, un joven talentoso y una orquesta sinfónica y coros realmente extraordinarios y maravillosos. Mil gracias por compartir tan bello y singular video.❤❤❤😊😊😊.

[@krassimirkirilov2904]

The World sings as One....the dream of four Generation coming true 🙂💕💯

[@micheledec7475]

chiudi gli occhi, ascolta... il Cuore, il respiro, il Mondo, l'Universo che ti scivola accanto. poi rialzati e spiazza tutti,tutto... sappiamo lasciare gli Angeli senza respiro...

[@andreaabraham2066]

So wunderschön und inspirierend.Da kann man nicht stillsitzen👍👍👍👍

[@rondeneef]

deepfake. bart kaemfaert orchestra

[@pget8462]

Simply excellent.

[@sisuboy]

A great homage to a great era in Soul Music.

[@nceguerra]

This is a delight to listen and watch....beautiful orchestral arrangement!!! Thank you for sharing!!!!

[@kman4570]

Precisely hit all the high notes and got the lows too Awesome combination of vocals Excellent choir and GK Symphony Orchestra

[@walther9161]

Nothing like full orchestration!

[@larryeaston4375]

Very beautiful easy on the ears

[@concettapollice6939]

Adoro questa formazione: sono bravi e fanno della gran musica. Loro poi sembrano anche divertirsi molto! Bravi. Baci dall'Italia.

[@lou5501]

Absolutely LOVE this. Thank you Slovenia friends. xxxxx

[@ernieenesi448]

Wowww AWESOME SOUND Voices are Great.

[@MrWahooknows]

Obviously a lot of hotness in Slovenia. terrific singers and musicians, too.

[@cordesjosch4696]

Great performance....thanks a lot!!

[@mjgettysburg]

A wonderful tribute to one of the great song writing teams of all time - Ashford and Simpson.

[@mermelina]

I love you all! So young, handsome youth, God bless you all and my hope to see you in the International promotions! Keep the good work, Director and all!

[@mandyvanreenen9664]

Love this version....CAPE TOWN SOUTH AFRICA💚💚💚

[@eugenesplato6200]

Wow!!!!! Beautiful and talented!!!!!

[@dianequelch3771]

Love it so good thank you all of you

[@patriciosilvarobalino9832]

Preciosa versión de una excelente canción

[@BobACNJ]

Another great performance by everyone. Thank you!

[@jamesmcquitty8875]

Marvellous music and performance, thanks for sharing.

[@micha6887]

Love an orchestra, all those combined instruments!!!! Hey here’s an idea, an orchestra competition in the Olympics!!

[@petebrandon8160]

Stunning! Such enthusiasm- thank you! ❤️

[@jimjohnstone5257]

So enjoyable even the orchestra & singer’s loved it, you can see it on their faces .

[@johntukey857]

yes so great they can achieve and in safe encouraging environment all valued all safe kind leader....dignified dress code all wonderful

[@johntukey857]

gorgouis voices and music theyu worked hard for great job

[@andrewtomlinson7760]

Loved this performance. Outstanding

[@kevintownsend2969]

Right out the gate my ears perked up. Nailed it a new perspective on a old hit. Great job 👏 👏 👏 bravo

[@anasan00]

muy bien!!! 💖💖💖💖 I remember my journey to Slovenia . Beautiful country 😘

[@jkgou1]

A very special version for this great song

[@ernestskok8033]

I apologise to you Gimnazija Kranj, that until recently I ignored what an artistic treasure you are. Congratulations from Ernest- Slovenia

[@mxesuno5236]

DINA WHAT A GIRLLLLLLL I LOVE HER ..... SING LIKE AN ANGEL WHEN SHE BEGIN TO TALK INSPIRE ME, THE PRESENCE AND VOICE OF HER MOVE SOUL AND HEART .....CHEERS AND KISSESSSSSS FROM MÉXICO

[@yigalbetser2544]

FANTASTIC !!!

[@louquatorze]

Continuez ainsi à vous encanailler avec le blue jazz.C’est un réel plaisir de voir les visages des musiciens s’illuminer et prendre et donner le plaisir à jouer ensemble.Toujours sous une direction exigeante et précise.

[@japhetborges9350]

Show . From Quebec City in Canada

[@jyee2217]

Enjoyed that one too! So cool to see people enjoying performing too.

[@luizrocha3260]

Very important work, is music quality, elegant e beautiful! congratulations!

[@toninho7307]

Another reason to visit Slovenia

[@rossemeryalbarracin5108]

FANTÁSTICO. ES ARMONÍA, FUERZA, PUESTA EN ACCIÓN. SIMPLEMENTE BELLO.

[@edithacoldewe5948]

Ehrlich schö fasziniert hat mich der ungescliffene Diamant von Ernestina ich würde mir wünschen das seine Farbigkeit und Klarheit erhalten bleibt wunderschön bitte nicht dass die in der Masse der Sopranstimmen ihre Feinheit und Besonderheit behält .Zu Vergleich Luciano Pavarotti.er konnte seine Besonderheit erhalten, das würde ich mir für die junge Ernestina wünschen und hin und wieder etwas von ihr zuhören Editha Coldewe

[@yenchong9218]

wow. this male vocalist! stunning

[@lizard4916]

Absolutely stunning! They are gymnasium (high school) students and perform excellent!

[@Azman.]

Beautiful piece big band orchestra!! And to all the great singers too (impressive vocal). Greetings from Jazzman Kuala Lumpur.

[@jorgesixtoantonio3162]

congratulations to all, very good

[@johnstarleyallen1707]

Okay. I'm a sentimental slob, but this epic rendition brought tears to my eyes. Nick Ashford is smiling down from heaven nodding his head in approval.

[@lylecosmopolite]

I submit that this song is Mr Ashford's greatest achievement.

[@sharongelfand5065]

@@lylecosmopolite Marvin Gaye wrote the song.

[@Lxx-tc4xc]

@@sharongelfand5065 The opening sentence for the Wikipedia entry for this song reads: " 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' is a pop/soul song written by Nickolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson in 1966..."

[@adrianarojas572]

Acabo de subir al pico más alto de nuestra amada montaña venezolana : El Ávila ... Pico Naiguatá (28/12/2020)... Y le estoy dedicando canciones que tengan que ver con la montaña en mi cuenta Twitter.. ... Entre pocas .... Me quedé con ésta hermosísima melodía , en muchas versiones... Ya es hora de dormir ... Bajaré ésta y me dormiré con ella ... Me enamoró totalmente .... Gracias, gracias, gracias .

[@bobcomment8589]

Wonderful, very good singer!

[@renecortez6122]

Most awesome song it really hits the Heart can't stop listening to it!!!Ernestina is beautiful ❤️

[@GioMalgio]

Great tribute to the one and only, Ms Diana Ross

[@Otokichi786]

Hold on there, Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell got there first: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3SYgX9mja6goNk

[@mauriceryton]

Just a great reproduction, the vocals are amazing.

[@benignosongayab9558]

A massive display of music talents, wow

[@Maranatha14]

Well done the entire gang, awesome.

[@mikesomes2951]

Soulful joyful. Wonderful.

[@lou5501]

Just LOVE it. Thank you. xxx

[@judithjermark3367]

Outstanding!

[@lucydetz152]

This was my final avaliation escene at UCLA class. This was The hardest script and this was great. I had fought and vanquished cancer some months before, and that as a confirmation that everything is possible. So blessed❤

[@frankpeck1448]

May God bless you, Lucy...Kindest regards from N. Kentucky.

[@leandroofigueiredo]

Every time I listen to the videos of this orchestra I get amazed because of the arrangement.

[@mariaauxiliadoralimadiasda4251]

Once again you amazed me as you could never imagine! Congratulations!