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HS boys choir is singing Christmas song when it takes hilarious turn
This is so funny and they totally nail it.
Jake Manning
12.04.23

Remember the days of high school choir, where performances were often more of a parental obligation than a spectacle of talent?

Well, the boys at Shawnee Mission East High School decided to shake things up a bit.

Tired of the same old routine, these students set out to transform their Christmas concert into something unforgettable.

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It was a performance that had the crowd in laughter.

The video starts with about thirty-five teenagers, clad in blue choir robes, standing ready to perform.

The audience, expecting a traditional rendition of “Deck The Halls,” is in for a surprise.

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As the choir begins, everything seems normal, but a sudden twist is about to unfold.

Just as the audience settles into the familiar holiday tune, the screen flashes a message, hinting at the impending change.

The boys, with no hint of mischief on their faces, are ready to unleash their surprise.

Suddenly, the piano’s tempo increases, and the iconic “William Tell Overture” begins to play.

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In an instant, the choir boys shift gears.

They leap to the side, mimicking galloping horses, much to the audience’s delight.

The “William Tell Overture” is that zippy, galloping tune you’ve probably heard in cartoons and old Westerns, where the hero rides off into the sunset.

Naturally, the teens’ spontaneous moves stirred up a lot of laughter.

But as quickly as it began, the boys return to “Deck The Halls,” as if nothing happened.

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But the surprises don’t stop there.

Next, the boys pretend to play the piano to the rhythm of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony.

They even break into smaller groups, each “playing” different parts of the symphony in perfect coordination.

Then, seamlessly, they return to their original song.

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They kept the audience on their toes.

With each new trick, the choir transforms what could have been a mundane performance into a hilarious spectacle.

The audience is treated to a series of comedic stunts, each more amusing than the last.

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They had another trick up their choir gown sleeves.

The highlight of the show comes when the choir, divided into two, enacts a domino effect.

The right side “pushes” the left, and like a wave, they all tumble down in sync with the music, never missing a beat or a note.

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Sometimes it pays off to think outside the box.

This performance wasn’t just about singing; it was a display of acting and comedic timing.

The boys’ efforts led to over 388,000 views on YouTube and countless laughs.

It’s a reminder that even in less conventional times, joy and humor can prevail.

One viewer wrote:

“I totally remember that… I was in tears from laughing so hard xD”

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So, if you’re in need of a good chuckle, make sure to watch this delightful performance below!

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