Singing
Young man stands up in cafeteria to sing first few notes of Queen song and queues “flash mob”
Freddie would have loved this "flash mob". There was so much love in the air the room was thick with it. πŸ’—
Harper Gillis
07.27.23

For any student, lunchtime is a cherished respite, a brief interlude of relaxation amidst the rigors of academic life.

It’s a time to unwind, to share a meal with friends, and momentarily forget about the pressures of studying.

However, for the students at a University in Brazil, a recent lunch break turned out to be anything but ordinary.

They were about to experience a lunchtime like no other, courtesy of an unexpected flash mob.

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Picture this: students are engrossed in their conversations, savoring their meals, and enjoying a well-deserved break from their classes.

Suddenly, a man rises from his seat, microphone in hand, and begins to sing.

His voice fills the cafeteria as he sings, “Can you find me…”

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The cafeteria is momentarily hushed, then erupts in a chorus of voices as dozens of students stand and respond in perfect harmony, “…somebody to love?”

The entire room swivels toward the source of this unexpected serenade.

The performers are none other than the group Academia da Voz, or “Academy of Voice” in English.

They launch into a stunning rendition of Queen’s “Somebody to Love,” leaving their audience in awe.

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Flash mobs are typically associated with spontaneous, energetic dances.

But this was no ordinary flash mob.

This group of singers, with their harmonious voices, transformed the cafeteria into a concert hall.

The only dancing involved was the casual sway of students passing by, collecting their food, while the singers’ angelic voices filled the room.

It was a performance one would expect at a high-end concert, not in a university cafeteria, but perhaps that was the point.

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The essence of a flash mob is to surprise an unsuspecting crowd with a spontaneous performance, and Academia da Voz did just that.

For over five minutes, they poured their hearts into the lyrics.

Their voices blended into a beautiful harmony that must have required countless hours of practice and preparation.

A few minutes into the performance, a drummer and guitarist joined in, adding to the rhythm and tempo.

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By the end of the performance, the entire cafeteria was alive with applause and cheers.

The group was anything but boring; they captivated everyone with their performance.

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As the final notes of the song faded, the singers melted back into the crowd.

The cafeteria, just moments ago a stage for an extraordinary performance, returned to its usual hum of chatter and clinking cutlery.

For anyone walking in at that moment, it would have seemed as though nothing out of the ordinary had happened.

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But for those who were there, who witnessed the spectacle, it was an unforgettable experience.

And thanks to the power of technology, the flash mob was not confined to the walls of the cafeteria.

The performance was recorded and uploaded to YouTube, allowing the world to witness the magic that unfolded in a university cafeteria in Brazil.

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The video has since garnered over 3.2 million views, a testament to the captivating power of the performance.

So, if you’re in need of a little inspiration, or simply want to witness a truly unique flash mob, be sure to check out the Academia da Voz cafeteria flash mob.

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