The Circle of Life – Stellenbosch University Choir

The Circle of Life – Elton John
Arranged by André van der Merwe
Conducted by André van der Merwe

Percussion: Liyema Jacobs & Lithemba Macanda

Recording Technician: Gerhard Roux
Videography: Jorrie van der Walt (DOP, Empty Canvas Productions)
Video Editing: Charl Folscher (Empty Canvas Productions)
Post Production Supervisor: Wilhelm Conradie (Lemon Slice Post)
Colourist: Henry Rheeder

Recorded on 6 October 2024 in Endler Hall, Stellenbosch University Konservatorium

[tomislavfonovic]

This is the song I would play to the aliens to prove humanity is worth saving

[ruthiek]

When you've fallen down the YouTube "rabbit hole" and this pops up, you know you're having a great day. This is absolutely stunning and made my day!

[adamkulzg]

I recommend to wear your best earphones. This is pleasant to the ears! Thanks, beautiful people!

[johankotze]

I sang in this choir in 1986. I am crying of joy of tenderness of sadness and of pure awareness of soul. Thank you God that nearly 40 years ago I was the voice like these kids are now.

[Commentator]

If you’re reading this, remember: You are stronger than you think, more loved than you realize, and capable of amazing things. Keep believing in yourself!

[caroltyson]

when I was a child in Michigan, an African choir came to sing at our church, and I fell in love with this sound. Choral, the harmonies, the lovely people in the choir…. So this hit deep when I came upon it on YouTube. The energy is beautiful, perfect harmony, people who are singing with joy, and a director who obviously loves his work and his chorus! Thank you!!!

[MerveilleJuste]

Cette chanson est tellement émouvante. Et lire tous ces commentaires m'émeut encore plus. Je suis touchée ☺️🥰🥰🥰☺️☺️
Très belle chanson

[almavanzyl]

What sets this choir appart is their joy and compassion. Andrè van der Merwe knows how to reach this joyfull group. Thank you so much

[bethfrancis]

This choir sang their hearts out for this amazing conductor! I watch this over and over and wish I would have been to this awesome emotional performance!!

[gospelafric]

This makes me homesick Andre' you know how to bring out the soul from these Singers ❤

[EbenezerSam-vb]

This planet is beautiful. Music is very powerful and can unite us; no matter where we come from. We should love one another more

[HAD]

Goosebumps listening to this! Absolutely beautiful 😻

[tkk]

We’re a diverse and inclusive nation 🇿🇦 🇿🇦 🇿🇦 they will not pin us against each other!

[nwaiza]

Beautiful. Every choir member is having so much fun. Soulful, powerful. Thank you Stellenbosch University.🎉

[thjeon]

South Africa was once known as the most divided country because of apartheit. But look at this. So many people including members of Stellenbosch university are showing that this country is gradually but surely moving to the future with harmony. This is why I'm consistently paying attention to the performance of Stellenbosch Univ. Choir. Thank you all for your great performance.

[NoDnaJustRsa]

God Bless Africa. 😭😭😭 Hope one day we can conquer all our adversaries as a unit. All the colors living happily together without any conflict.

[tracypearson]

Makes me proud to be South African...this is what the heartbeat of our nation is ❤. Amazing performance

[nontsikelelokhasu]

The most beautiful rendition of this masterpiece 🥰🥰❤️❤️😭😭

[LON_AUTHENTIC]

Stellenbosch University Choir never disappoints

[Steen]

I am truly proud of God's creation. Humans are wonderfully made.🤩