Hillcrest College - Marimba Challenge Cup Winner

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  • @lovely7669
    @lovely7669 7 років тому +1563

    Thats my son there!
    ...Simkae ....well done boy boy

    • @KingDeeeeerp
      @KingDeeeeerp 7 років тому +42

      Lovely Tembani your boy and all of them did awesome. It looks like they had so much fun! They killed it! Congrats to your son and the whole group!

    • @Chowder7116
      @Chowder7116 7 років тому +5

      Does he uuse reddit

    • @KingDeeeeerp
      @KingDeeeeerp 7 років тому +6

      Chowder7116 no idea, but that's where I found this video lol

    • @tickleachicken6638
      @tickleachicken6638 7 років тому +7

      Amazing! I'm not sure which one he is but they are all so talented! You must be very proud!

    • @michaelmullins1448
      @michaelmullins1448 6 років тому +2

      Hillcrest won't be taking it home again Fletcher is on fire

  • @stefspijk
    @stefspijk 6 років тому +290

    One of the happiest things on UA-cam... ive seen this so many times and it still makes me feel good every damn time.

  • @thishanweera
    @thishanweera Рік тому +54

    I have been watching this video for many years and each and every time I watch it always feel like I am watching it for the first time. Such a talented bunch of kids!! Love from Sri Lanka!

  • @gristc
    @gristc 2 роки тому +140

    Always a joy to watch performers who are genuinely enjoying themselves.

  • @p3tru5hka-ch0rd9
    @p3tru5hka-ch0rd9 7 років тому +1216

    The guy on the far left makes me so happy.

    • @KingDeeeeerp
      @KingDeeeeerp 7 років тому +7

      Aaron Newitt me to lol, me to

    • @kimberlyaly
      @kimberlyaly 7 років тому +8

      He have level styles.

    • @Xeno87
      @Xeno87 5 років тому +6

      If that guy has a "I just had sex"-dance, I want to see it.

    • @chichimariza9213
      @chichimariza9213 5 років тому +2

      me too especially on the 1st piece

    • @benmorrow2352
      @benmorrow2352 5 років тому +6

      The first thing that came to mind was "Carlton going apeshit on the bass marimba". I've watched this about 20 times and it makes me happier every time

  • @raideepu4
    @raideepu4 3 роки тому +77

    World without African music is nothing. Respect African music the pride of the world.

    • @erickikuwa3418
      @erickikuwa3418 3 роки тому +3

      Pure awesomeness.
      Applauds from Kenya.

  • @ayabongamaduna4310
    @ayabongamaduna4310 4 роки тому +84

    SA people let's gather here and Love Zim😍

  • @fraum.udnmiin630
    @fraum.udnmiin630 3 роки тому +27

    Who are still here in 2021? I keep watching this. I can't get tired of it.

  • @hunterbauer4320
    @hunterbauer4320 5 років тому +343

    I just want to be as happy as the guy on the left

    • @yoidkldk
      @yoidkldk 3 роки тому +8

      Find that thing that puts the same fire in your veins

    • @stanleyaloo2912
      @stanleyaloo2912 3 роки тому +7

      Try playing marimba😅it worked for the guy in the left😂

    • @georgendebele4241
      @georgendebele4241 3 роки тому

      @@stanleyaloo2912 sssßaaázaŹZZZSSß

    • @admina202
      @admina202 3 роки тому

      😁😄

    • @grahampalmer9337
      @grahampalmer9337 5 місяців тому

      ! Both the fellows at the back. You just can't see the other because of his colleagues in front. 😁

  • @Dallaboyz224
    @Dallaboyz224 2 роки тому +138

    Im just wondering where this guys are today with all their talent.This a gem and they deserved to be promoted like a world tour or performing at some prestigious world's festivals

    • @tawongatamirepi2086
      @tawongatamirepi2086 Рік тому +2

      You start to wonder. They’re special.

    • @ernestMdube
      @ernestMdube Рік тому +9

      Unfortunately or fortunately, they took up other careers such as engineering, accounting, medicine or other special ones. Such breed of students are gifted academically as well so they take up other routes. They are special indeed. Big up to them.

    • @tosin0911
      @tosin0911 Рік тому +1

      They probably work in banks, and oil company or in engineering firms. That's just how things work in the African context.

    • @chiyenyumba7135
      @chiyenyumba7135 11 місяців тому

      ​@@ernestMdubekikkkk 😂😂😂 if they had formed a marimba band they would certainly go places beyond your limited imagination of the careers you just mentioned.

  • @samkelisumusamakombe5448
    @samkelisumusamakombe5448 4 роки тому +10

    I played marimba grade 2-7. Watching these boys just made me miss it so so so very much.

    • @kudzaichitsa4826
      @kudzaichitsa4826 4 роки тому +2

      Same here bro

    • @samkelisumusamakombe5448
      @samkelisumusamakombe5448 4 роки тому +1

      @@kudzaichitsa4826 I'm a sis 😅😅😅

    • @bubblegummers84
      @bubblegummers84 3 роки тому +2

      You should start playing again. You played it for so long, I bet the memory is still there, like riding a bike!!! 🙌🏾💪🏾

    • @TafadzwaMuchabaiwa
      @TafadzwaMuchabaiwa 5 місяців тому

      I eventually stopped in Form 3 when i started noticing girls!!!! Lol

  • @mai-mz8to
    @mai-mz8to 12 днів тому +1

    It's a jewel in UA-cam. I don't remember how I got this video, thanks to UA-cam. I listen it when I wake up. Good vibes and good mood for all day.

  • @tyrellchibvongodze3566
    @tyrellchibvongodze3566 2 роки тому +47

    This is one of the instruments I wish I had played in my younger years. The adrenalin rush is just madness even from just listening to it. Awesome performance boys, enjoyed your energy too much!

  • @1helluvawomen
    @1helluvawomen 4 роки тому +122

    The one in the back on the left, is on a whole other level🤣🤣🤣

    • @OsKaRR
      @OsKaRR 4 роки тому +6

      He's got energy for dayyyyys!

  • @christinabrandt7033
    @christinabrandt7033 4 роки тому +22

    You are GLOBAL now, young men! Can't wait to see you on stage in the U.S.!

  • @karentannenbaum1589
    @karentannenbaum1589 4 роки тому +58

    Absolutely blessed to have this in my inbox this AM as part of my CNN newsletter.....wow, I am blown away by the talent and athleticism...yes, athleticism here! Amazing and talented young men, who will never know how many times I watched this...everytime, I noticed something new and inspirational. What energy and enthusiasm. Love it!

    • @admina202
      @admina202 3 роки тому +1

      That's beautiful of you

  • @petermcgarry4286
    @petermcgarry4286 2 роки тому +59

    Just shows the joy and talent of Zimbabwe! A precious jewel of Africa

    • @StarCrystal9
      @StarCrystal9 Рік тому

      Besides the killings in recent past....😢

  • @lorrainedebeer2338
    @lorrainedebeer2338 2 роки тому +36

    Its a whole vibe. Mamma Africa's heart blossomed as they played. Tears, every damn time. So proud!

  • @frederickabeauchard7905
    @frederickabeauchard7905 3 роки тому +18

    WOW❗️You gentlemen have made my day! If your performance is an indication of what Zimbabwe is like, filled with energy and joyfulness, I hope I’m born there in my next life. Thank you🙏🕊

    • @clotildah2821
      @clotildah2821 3 роки тому +1

      Ohh yes thankyou im proudly Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 we a naturally happy people

  • @DuncanRawlinson
    @DuncanRawlinson 5 років тому +40

    Legends! Applauding from Canada!

  • @Jymm
    @Jymm 6 років тому +55

    This brought a smile to my face! Thanks!

  • @nishwithdilani
    @nishwithdilani 3 роки тому +3

    One of the happiest videos on Internet is from Zimbabwe..
    Thats why you shouldn't have any stereotypes about anything.
    Greetings from Sri Lanka ..

  • @sharonmacleod5758
    @sharonmacleod5758 4 роки тому +10

    This absolutely made my day. What a breath of fresh air in these troubled times. Thank you for Canmore, Canada

  • @wendyh3891
    @wendyh3891 3 роки тому +6

    Awesome! I love marimba & kettle drum music ❤️ from South Africa 🇿🇦 Congratulations you deserved the win! Keep it up

  • @cherylnsanders9712
    @cherylnsanders9712 2 роки тому +16

    Thank you for giving such joy to the world. Please never think that modern music has no place for this music. Make A Place!💜🎶💚

  • @BrokenCompass502
    @BrokenCompass502 7 років тому +203

    Well done! Here in Guatemala the national instrument is the marimba - you should come here to Guatemala and show off your skills, it would be much appreciated in this country.

    • @darrylmuchinguri242
      @darrylmuchinguri242 7 років тому +4

      Lol. We should come hey

    • @Loreman72
      @Loreman72 6 років тому +10

      Huh? But it came from Africa? Wow!

    • @preciousndlovu9021
      @preciousndlovu9021 5 років тому +3

      @@darrylmuchinguri242
      Hi Darryl are you part of this group I would like to assist young artists to come and play in Australia

    • @darrylmuchinguri242
      @darrylmuchinguri242 5 років тому +8

      @@preciousndlovu9021 Hie Precious, Good to hear from you. YES I am part of the group and we would love to travel to Australia and perform for you guys!! Here is my email darrylnmuchinguri@gmail.com
      Please do get in touch

    • @preciousndlovu9021
      @preciousndlovu9021 5 років тому +1

      @@darrylmuchinguri242 cool will email you

  • @claudetteking6198
    @claudetteking6198 2 роки тому +14

    O my,pure energy! I thoroughly enjoyed this, sitting on my couch;I couldn't stay still,I salute 🙏 you,young men,keep reaching for the stars.

  • @m.jenkins7015
    @m.jenkins7015 4 роки тому +5

    This is definitely the happiest and most uplifting video I've seen!!! When need a lift the guy on the left does the trick with his joyful energy!!

  • @tatendamangava4569
    @tatendamangava4569 5 років тому +22

    What makes me soo happy is the level of happiness they got as they are playing our very own mad shona vibes.. this just gave me life

  • @fenwickgoodes581
    @fenwickgoodes581 3 роки тому +2

    OMG I can't believe how awesome that performance was. Can't believe it was 4 years ago. Both my children Bevin and Kersty Goodes were boarders there in the 90's.
    Blessing Mwale please keep me updated with special events like this. Going to show it to friends and family.

  • @Stephanie-tr3vd
    @Stephanie-tr3vd 4 роки тому +62

    I love this, but "Happy Feet" guy is my favorite!!!! He has some serious joy in his soul!!! 💙💙💙💙💙💙

  • @sspider7846
    @sspider7846 4 місяці тому +1

    They need to re-do this..this is awesome..watched it 7 years ago and enjoyed it all over again.

  • @hookyhook6006
    @hookyhook6006 4 роки тому +4

    I am not from Zimbabwe nor have I ever been there, but this is just astoundingly splendid and showed me the true meaning of life: have fun.

  • @30firebirds
    @30firebirds 4 роки тому +2

    Just stumbled on this. What skill and talent! These young men deserve the highest accolades for their work, and the joy they bring to audiences.

  • @vrcombat8587
    @vrcombat8587 7 років тому +44

    I keep listening to this on repeat. I find it extremely relaxing and uplifting. Happy music!!!

  • @EMZ_LAFREE
    @EMZ_LAFREE 3 роки тому +5

    Wow one of the best thing I av ever come across on u tune..... amazing

  • @tapiwakuzoraunye765
    @tapiwakuzoraunye765 2 роки тому +16

    5years later im still emotionally intrigued by the sombre intro

    • @lewiswaocs
      @lewiswaocs 2 роки тому

      It gets better n better as the yrs go

  • @joellenhousego4639
    @joellenhousego4639 10 місяців тому

    I have watched this hundreds of times- this is the meaning of life! Right there, delivered by these brilliant kids.

  • @bubblegummers84
    @bubblegummers84 3 роки тому +4

    The talent from these boys is magic, that wonderful joy is radiating beyond the performance, nothing like it! Zimbos being amazing - I want to now learn how to play the marimba 🇿🇼 🙌! Thank you for sharing such a wonderful moment!

  • @africancultureghettoking1019
    @africancultureghettoking1019 3 роки тому +2

    Back to the roots of Africa

  • @PlatinumEmpres
    @PlatinumEmpres Рік тому +15

    Proud moments of any parent represented by these fantastic children.. well done boys
    Wow … ❤zimbabwe is blessed in so many ways

  • @georgemwangi5348
    @georgemwangi5348 Рік тому +2

    This guys should recreate this the world would love it

  • @kyleohara8700
    @kyleohara8700 2 роки тому +35

    I’d pay money and watch this live.

  • @igor2302
    @igor2302 5 років тому +8

    This was amazing! Love the energy of the guy on the left side.

  • @zakkcoetzee472
    @zakkcoetzee472 7 років тому +88

    To the guy on the left: skill deserves applause, but style deserves respect. Sleezy AF !!

  • @donnastucker859
    @donnastucker859 4 роки тому +11

    Please try out for America's Got Talent. You are AMAZING!!!!

  • @rebeccaredletter
    @rebeccaredletter Рік тому +5

    These guys are amazing! LOVE the enthusiasm of Denzel - back left. He just can’t hold it in!🤩🙌🏻🥰

  • @ummmokay9169
    @ummmokay9169 3 роки тому +2

    Amazing talent!!! I could listen to this all day long! Great job!

  • @nigelmauchaza9821
    @nigelmauchaza9821 2 роки тому +32

    This is marimba taken to another level...🔥🤍 Mad admiration...💯

  • @rgbsenioradvisor5078
    @rgbsenioradvisor5078 4 роки тому +16

    This reminds me of playing in a steel band. The rush, being with your fellow players, and enjoying the music while performing is a rush like no other.

    • @fitawrarifitness6842
      @fitawrarifitness6842 4 роки тому +3

      I was going to make this same comment

    • @anthonyreis3533
      @anthonyreis3533 3 роки тому

      Trinidadians? :O

    • @lystraallicock695
      @lystraallicock695 3 роки тому +1

      My thoughts exactly, and I voiced as much a few minutes ago in my comment, although I do not play the Steel Pan, the National Instrument of my country of Trinidad and Tobago. Proud to be a Trini 😄!

    • @bubblegummers84
      @bubblegummers84 3 роки тому

      Steel pans are absolutely wonderful too, I wonder how a steel pan and marimba performance would sound??? Maybe that's why we have never seen them together, it might just be too much magic for us to comprehend 😍!!!

  • @Offically_p_zipporah
    @Offically_p_zipporah 4 роки тому +4

    Love that beats...much love from Nigeria

  • @Elevate_Clips
    @Elevate_Clips 9 місяців тому +22

    2024 anyone?

  • @helianthusannuus9728
    @helianthusannuus9728 3 роки тому +5

    Madre mía..... Ángeles tocando música preciosa, los ame 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

  • @CJintheHouse
    @CJintheHouse 4 роки тому +2

    I just feel so happy n excited when I watch their performance!

  • @bigbluburry7450
    @bigbluburry7450 2 роки тому +13

    its so cool how these instruments where like, traditional african instrument, meaning that like way back in like idk 1250, they were able to vibe with this stuff, so cool

  • @zeebogreish1762
    @zeebogreish1762 2 роки тому +4

    The ex had a marimba, never played it when I was around, always wondered what it sounded like. And now I know... WOW! This team rocked those music tables, I am totally enthralled. Well done all of you and thanks for the post.

  • @TrudyHaralampiev
    @TrudyHaralampiev 7 років тому +105

    Too cool for school. Awesome

  • @SuperAchtung
    @SuperAchtung 7 років тому +1

    So much fun! You guys are talented and awesome! Love from New Zealand!

  • @ver-seabudar4478
    @ver-seabudar4478 4 роки тому +38

    My days, UA-cam algorithms you've done it again!

  • @shakzac3240
    @shakzac3240 4 роки тому +4

    Love you guys ❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰Music and music instruments started all from Africa, infact everything started with African, all the other people use them and not just that they're also want to claim the ownership without shame, but African keep proving them wrong. Keep lying in your movies and in your madia it is not going to make you half of Africans

  • @mickeynozewu2634
    @mickeynozewu2634 4 роки тому +4

    boys that was awesome muchlove from south africa

  • @verenamaharajah6082
    @verenamaharajah6082 Рік тому +2

    Wonderful! Made me smile from ear to ear this morning! Fine African boys, so talented. All those years of practicing are paying off!

  • @LauraGraceWeldon
    @LauraGraceWeldon 6 років тому +8

    Creative energy and pure joy. I couldn't love this more.

  • @glenburua4634
    @glenburua4634 Рік тому +2

    This is the best Marimba performance I have ever watched.

  • @ToadNL
    @ToadNL 4 роки тому +6

    This bring an smile to my face everytime i watch it. But I really would like to know what they are saying (translated). I just love the energy they give !

  • @gavinboot4810
    @gavinboot4810 Рік тому +1

    These kids knock some prejudice out of me,,the loose bodied rhythm is something no other race can do,,definitely one of Africa's gifts,,

  • @pradyumntiwari7111
    @pradyumntiwari7111 5 років тому +6

    Listening them 6th day straight... They are awesome.

  • @cynforestier2219
    @cynforestier2219 3 роки тому +1

    This is so beautiful. They are absolutely terrific.

  • @chengetopasipanodya9599
    @chengetopasipanodya9599 3 роки тому +4

    This is just so beautiful. It's mind-blowing and inspiring. 👏👏👏 The energy the posses and the spirit.
    Beautiful

  • @freedommukutulu6630
    @freedommukutulu6630 4 роки тому +17

    No wonder why I am proud to be🇿🇼🇿🇼🇿🇼🇿🇼

  • @munirah3545
    @munirah3545 3 роки тому +36

    Damn now this is what we call Africa where everything is natural 🙌🙌🙌🥰🥰🥰

  • @Aguirremari0
    @Aguirremari0 6 років тому +5

    I need help. Can't stop watching this. So good vibes! Makes me happy.
    Thank you 9gag.

  • @olayinkakayode9752
    @olayinkakayode9752 Рік тому +3

    Just watching this and I am convinced once again that good music is universal.

  • @ssmith6170
    @ssmith6170 4 роки тому

    Came here from cnn... so happy to see black men in a postive light... you guys should go on the road AGT... thank you God bless you all... keep up the good work you are making a change in people's everyday lives sharing your talent so long please be safe people COVID19 still with us God willing vaccine by Sept 2020

  • @aelingalathynius6239
    @aelingalathynius6239 4 роки тому +7

    I play marimba omg that made me so happy, it gave me chillssssss

  • @DG-iw3yw
    @DG-iw3yw Рік тому +2

    Always gives me a boost when i am down!

  • @ingmartil3305
    @ingmartil3305 5 років тому +3

    I listened this more then 10 times but I’m still impressed. Good job. keep making music i love It

  • @jeyakumarbonifas246
    @jeyakumarbonifas246 3 роки тому +2

    Wow, i am smiling the whole way! Thanks!!

  • @gratitude8107
    @gratitude8107 3 роки тому +3

    I wonder why people put dislikes for such a beautiful piece of work

  • @orbitunderground4475
    @orbitunderground4475 4 роки тому +1

    FANTASTIC!!! great energy and talent from Upstate New York, USA

    • @sachilee8923
      @sachilee8923 4 роки тому +1

      Heeey neighbor I’m watching this from my newsfeed from upstate ny as well😊

  • @seabadgers
    @seabadgers 5 років тому +4

    Amazing..thanks from the UK

  • @larrypowlesland7630
    @larrypowlesland7630 4 роки тому +2

    Wow!! Just fabulous. You guys are amazing and you just made my day. I cried because you were so fun to watch and gave me energy to get up and get going! Thank you

  • @FB-dn2qf
    @FB-dn2qf 2 роки тому +6

    This made my day, I am deeply impressed and at the same time full of happiness after watching this!

  • @anthonydaley9433
    @anthonydaley9433 3 роки тому

    How have I never seen this...... phenomenal...... these boy are somthing else

  • @irispereyra4780
    @irispereyra4780 4 роки тому +3

    Amazing talent! So wonderful to see these young men using their God given talents ❤

  • @Mazrim420
    @Mazrim420 7 років тому +1

    This is seriously awesome, keep it up, would love to see more performances like this!! And greetings from Maryland, U.S.A.

  • @JRoccan
    @JRoccan 7 років тому +12

    A wish there was a audio version of this, it’s so good!!

    • @Clauriffo
      @Clauriffo 4 роки тому

      fromyoutubetomp3.com

  • @nohemiangel811
    @nohemiangel811 Рік тому +1

    Simplemente maravilloso es hermoso ver cómo tocan este instrumento y cómo se lo disfrutan trasmiten su alegría 🎉🎉🎉👍 los felicito chicos excelente!!

  • @Dev.0191
    @Dev.0191 4 роки тому +7

    Much appreciation from Kenya ❤️💯💯

  • @believeinmiracles986
    @believeinmiracles986 4 роки тому

    It's amazing how much joy one video can bring. Thank you!

  • @michamash
    @michamash 6 років тому +81

    ZIMBABWE STAND UP ✌🤙

  • @godlucksamwel7560
    @godlucksamwel7560 4 роки тому +2

    The best performance ..full of energy+happiness.!
    Thank you!

  • @mazdiggle
    @mazdiggle 2 роки тому +3

    That was tremendous...the killed it! They got all kinds of sounds and rhythms out of those instruments...and the showmanship was great to to bring full character to the performance.

  • @johanstreulens7639
    @johanstreulens7639 7 років тому +1

    Great performance! Keep on surprising the world. ( From Belgium.)

  • @pendletonbrian
    @pendletonbrian 4 роки тому +7

    Very cool. While they all seem very good, the young man on the far left's enthusiasm brought a smile to my face. So, thank you!

  • @frederickabeauchard7905
    @frederickabeauchard7905 10 місяців тому

    Excellent ❗️Many thanks for sharing your talents with all of us around the globe🕊️

  • @JeromeMakiti
    @JeromeMakiti 7 років тому +4

    Damn, I have never marimbas played this beautifully. Wow, this is great!

  • @wendymbude1150
    @wendymbude1150 2 роки тому +2

    Energy, energy!!! I love the fact that you enjoy what you are playing

  • @tanabroadbent9010
    @tanabroadbent9010 4 роки тому +6

    What a perfect start to my morning! I defy you to watch this and not bounce in your chair. Thank you, boys!

  • @saddingtonmangena1241
    @saddingtonmangena1241 3 роки тому +2

    Well done young men. You are stars! Awesome performance!