You’re running late. You haven’t had your coffee. You’re not prepared for your morning meeting. You’re not sure if you missed your train. Then the speakers blare “Do-Re-Mi” and few by few, 200 people start dancing. That’s exactly what happened on March 23rd at Antwerp’s Grand Central Station–part of a unique promotional stunt for a reality show seeking the next Maria Von Trapp. (Well, the singing and dancing part happened. I highly doubt you were in Antwerp running late, wishing you had a latte).
I love watching the commuters’ expressions–the joy, the surprise, the appreciation. I also loved reading the comments, which include:
“Beautiful! I wish the world we lived in was as pure, kind, loving and joyful as this song portrays itself.”
Not every moment can be a musical, but this type of joy is almost always available to us if we’re willing to create it.
Thank you enthusiasticjen for posting this on my Facebook page!
Tags: Antwerp, Belgium, Sound of music
Great, simple, loving, and fun, qualities of a wonderous life. thanks Lori.
Well-said! I’m glad you enjoyed it
I’ve seen this before and it’s great! I’m so glad you posted it because it always brings a smile to my face. Thank you!
I really love the very start. The two little girls are so into it. Always love these videos. There are like 4 or 5 different song in different stations. Also one of my favorite parts is the endings when everyone just stops and goes about their day. Joyful. I would like to experience this live somewhere.
That video just made my morning. I wish that actually happened on a daily basis.
I love it, love it, love it!
It is amazing how people’s expressions changed as the whole thing unfolded. Music and dance just has the power to lift people up. Makes me wish I was a rock star!
Have a great weekend, Lori!
Positively~ Me, too!
Chris~ I didn’t realize there were others like this. Very cool! Do you have any of the links?
Jaime~ You and me both. And we could watch them eating pop rocks
Nadia~ I love that part…the way everyone just softens and smiles. I am having a wonderful weekend and I hope you are, as well!
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Isn’t that amazing! I loved that video…I saw another similar one a few weeks ago, maybe this is a new trend. It sure would be a nice way to start the day!
This reminds me of Improv Everywhere, which always makes me smile. I wonder if that’s where they got the idea.
Caroline~ Agreed! I’d love to see a huge musical number every morning. I’m thinking I should start the trend and tap dance at the bus stop to see if anyone joins in…
Life~ I never heard of that before, but just googled. How cool!
I absolutely loved this! Thanks so much. I found your blog from a Twitter RT by @TimBrownson. Lovely!
Great video!!! I have to ask…this was choreographed..right?
This is awesome. It completely increases joy and happiness in the world.
Stephen~ So glad to be connected! I see I have a direct message from you. Going to respond now.
AJ~ It would be absolutely awesome if this wasn’t choreographed…but I suspect it was!
Rich~ Agreed! Such an uplifting video.
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