As the boofhead on violin up the back, I can say we all had so much fun and it was awesome to be a part of this - and for it to turn out sounding this great too. Huge thanks to Con, Darren, the other pros and the school for organising this.
Being almost 60 I can say without a doubt that I love the fact that you guys play mostly 70's songs. So many unbelievable hits in that era. Don't ever stop playing. You're amazing.
The 70's were an amazing decade musically and culturally. I sometimes feel like I was born 10 years too late. Oh to be in my twenties during the 70's. What a party.
Sarah Lloyde has the most amazing voice my favourite of the female vocalists that the HSCC Band use, her tonal quality, range & control are of the chart, but she also has the power to blow your mind... big gratz to you on the news of your pregnancy ...hope that all goes well for you.... well done all on this track, superbly done....in the words of the great Paul Carrack that was Ace :)
My goodness. Thankyou so much Wayne. You’re so very kind. I don’t even know what to say ☺️☺️ I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed this version and some chilled, laid back vocals 💜💜
Chicago in its prime was a group of top musicians (and naturally, they're still amazing), but covering Chicago in a way that doesn't make people cringe is very difficult to do. Chicago's performance of this song has countless nuances and fine points of technique, often understated but highly refined. It's very difficult to perform their songs, and only one other cover comes to my mind that truly does it justice and is enjoyable in its own right. This cover is the second, but there's a difference: HSCC has given an opportunity to very talented high-school students to participate, and this is a serious challenge, considering the source material. But this rendition joins the very, very select group of great performances of this song, and it has the added value that HSCC is investing in music education. How fortunate that these young people can work with you. A wonderful performance, a wonderful example.
Westminster did a great job on this one. Looking forward to more collabs with them. Btw, next time it would be nice if the cameraperson pan to the back a bit more to acknowledge the backup vocals and strings. Wish we could have seen more of them. But overall an awesome performance. Thanks for making our days a bit brighter what with horrible pandemic wreaking havoc everywhere.
Funny how what is quite possibly the worst year ever (of my life) has made it possible to discover and enjoy a gem like HSCC . Thanks to all of you for helping me/us get through this pandemic...
Diria que estamos diante de uma das melhores bandas cover do mundo na atualidade. Os australianos da HSCC interpretam com tamanha competência, a ponto de, em alguns casos, rivalizarem até mesmo com as originais!
BE - A - U - TI - FUUUUUUUL..!!!! Wooooowww...!!!!! Wooooowww..!!! WOOOOOOW...!!!! I'm without words...!!! Congratulations..!!!! All of you ate LEGENDS..!!!!
I can't get enough of this version of the song. So well done. School uniforms were never this cool. Chicago's version was great, but this is the one I listen to over and over.
what is the job of the singer...to sing on pitch? to know all the words? to have stage presence? to have vocal range??..yeah..really good singers have all of that in the tool box...but what separates the good from the great is the ability to communicate..in other words as a listener, I have to be convinced that the singer is telling me something that comes from personal experience, or that they are speaking directly to me...genuine character...Sarah Lloyde just did that on this song...she just showed the difference..When I listen to her sing this song, its as if we had a fight and she is pleading with me to not leave.. let me give you all an example..at 2:35 she is singing and using her hand and sings about a love that is so great and unique that it's hard to find, and are we gonna just let it slip away (like its nothing?)..in this phrase Sarah absolutely convinces me she is speaking from the heart...you can't fake stuff like this, this is true artistry at its finest...this song is an example of stellar singing...world class...since I've been in music for over 40 years I kind of know what I'm talking about too...
My goodness me, Billy! I can not tell you how much I appreciate this comment! I’m super passionate about sharing the story behind the melody! So I’m beyond thrilled that it came through for you in this song, and it made you feel something 😍 It’s an art all in its self and always my goal. Thankyou so so very much for taking the time to write this. It truly means so very much to me! 😍😘
Sarah your voice is like honey, sweet and perfect, that tone is so unique.... like a fingerprint. I can hear you and I know it is you. You need to do an album
From Central California, I have to say, "HSCC is a tight group of vocalists and musicians." I enjoy their musical range of rock, soul and funk. The addition of brass and horns is off the hook and elevates them to a higher level of musical sounds. This addition of is no doubt going to put this band on the face of the musical global map. I am looking forward to hearing more wonderful tunes from HSCC. Peace be with you all!
One of the most amazing things about music is rhythm. Watching everyone moving, bobbing, smiling - all in rhythm. Togetherness, locked in the groove but most importantly, feeling it. God I love that! HSCC is the world's best collection of musicians and the joy that you all show makes for a magical, almost addictive, consumption of your collaborative work. Don't stop! Really. Don't stop.
HSCC! Sarah! Dusty! And all those wonderful young and talented musicians. Thank you much for including and encouraging these young people. They did you proud. HSCC ROCKS!
What a delightful rendition of an old favorite! HSCC you have given so much light to all of us in these troubled times-thank you all! Sarah Lloyde, your vocals were simply gorgeous!
I'm crying. I really love this song. By the way, the presence of youngs (and one baby) in your performance is inspiring. Congrats.... Greetings from Chile.
Everyone - please put your head phones on and listen like you have never listen before to the shear quality precision of playing, musicianship sound production , the arrangement of this great song is absolutely outstanding Not forgetting the beautiful Sarah ...this gal has a voice of velvet like no other . Sarah is just a superb vocalist the best of the best!! Guys thank you for giving the world your particular joy and interpretation of this song delivered just incredibly well!! James
That would be correct in your opinion and that’s cool. Leslie. Nikki. Jade. Pina. They are also great singers. Oh and Dusty. The drummer (forget his name) he’s a beast.
True. Liking anything is a subjective thing. Kind of like some songs are my favorite and they change whenever I hear the next that becomes my favorite. Right now Dirty Loops are my favorite band. Check them out. You’ll love them I think. Thank you for your good thoughts and nice comments.
with your lovely version of the excellent song and the very pregnant singer brings hope and love to this coviding word.... thanks for showing beauty joy and love to the world thank you thank you thank you!!!
I just watched all the videos on this channel and didn't understand why the singer Sarah Lloyde is no longer invited to honor this band. Of all the videos, for me, the best is the one we are seeing here. What woman! What voice! HSCC, please bring THAT queen back!
Having a baby would make her pretty busy for now. But give her a few years and she'll be back, because I am sure the HSCC will keep playing for years to come!
HSCC is arguably one of the best cover bands on RUclips. You guys are so good that I gave you a thumbs up BEFORE I listened to this cover. Given your history of producing wonderful renditions of pop rock classics, I was certain when I clicked thumbs up that I would not be disappointed. Having just finished listening to this moving cover of this Chicago classic, I was proven correct!
thanks for this song nkce
As the boofhead on violin up the back, I can say we all had so much fun and it was awesome to be a part of this - and for it to turn out sounding this great too. Huge thanks to Con, Darren, the other pros and the school for organising this.
You guys added alllllll the magic ✨👌🏼 So talented
You’re most welcome young bro.
Wonderful opportunity for you all at Westminster. Fabulous job kids
You big softie you
You kids knocked it out of the park. Amazing job under a lot of pressure!
When young generation involved in good old song, the world will be better soon.
I agree. The key to world peace.
Brutal. Fantastic.
.
Sarah Lloyde One of Australias best kept secrets fantastic voice.
She's very good.
Someone should teach her how to select appropriate clothing suitable for her big belly.
Only Australia? Try in on the whole planet. She is amazing!
@@TheYobo1016 I agree
That baby will be singing a tune the moment he or she comes out. All the best Sarah.
Its a boy.. 🥰👍🎼🎤🎙🎶🔊 for sure.. Sarah told me..
@lambp29 Awwww that’s beautiful 😍😍 Thankyou so much
@Patook yariii haha I did not! You have a 50% chance of being right! 😉
@@SarahLloyde You're welcome. Your rendition of I Keep Forgetting by Michael McDonald relaxes me on stressful days. Take care, stay safe and healthy
@DJRICKYDEEUK lol...🥰👍 i will from the bottom of my heart.
The mixing engineer deserves lots of credit.
Love it. So clear and crisp.
So bloody true!!!
Darren
it was fantastic , so smooth - I could feel the song , wow !
awesome......
I love this groups of band...
Her voice wow
Westminster school choir will have the bragging rights of singing with the HSCC and the great Sarah Lloyde!
Now that's a voice.
🙏🏼🙏🏼😘😘
Sarah vc canta muito parabéns 👏👏👏👏👏
This band, this orchestra, this singer, everything is beautiful!
Brilliant to say the least 👍
Sarah is the best...i mean...soul...wow
Being almost 60 I can say without a doubt that I love the fact that you guys play mostly 70's songs. So many unbelievable hits in that era. Don't ever stop playing. You're amazing.
Oui.
The 70's were an amazing decade musically and culturally. I sometimes feel like I was born 10 years too late. Oh to be in my twenties during the 70's. What a party.
Oh.. thanks for telling me that. 🙏
Sarah Lloyde has the most amazing voice my favourite of the female vocalists that the HSCC Band use, her tonal quality, range & control are of the chart, but she also has the power to blow your mind... big gratz to you on the news of your pregnancy ...hope that all goes well for you.... well done all on this track, superbly done....in the words of the great Paul Carrack that was Ace :)
My goodness. Thankyou so much Wayne. You’re so very kind. I don’t even know what to say ☺️☺️
I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed this version and some chilled, laid back vocals 💜💜
She is also gorgeous 😍🙂
mellowr1 🙈😘
Beautiful woman with a beautiful voice! Definitely has the WOW factor!
Sarah's voice get me emotional
Chicago in its prime was a group of top musicians (and naturally, they're still amazing), but covering Chicago in a way that doesn't make people cringe is very difficult to do. Chicago's performance of this song has countless nuances and fine points of technique, often understated but highly refined. It's very difficult to perform their songs, and only one other cover comes to my mind that truly does it justice and is enjoyable in its own right. This cover is the second, but there's a difference: HSCC has given an opportunity to very talented high-school students to participate, and this is a serious challenge, considering the source material. But this rendition joins the very, very select group of great performances of this song, and it has the added value that HSCC is investing in music education. How fortunate that these young people can work with you. A wonderful performance, a wonderful example.
Well said!
Check out Leonid and Friends, a Chicago tribute band whose third US tour was postponed due to Corona. They've got Chicago down to perfection!!!!
Huge Chicago fan. You do them more than justice. So nice to see you working with young(er) people. Huge fan of yours!
@@toesl Leonid and Friends is the group to which I allude.
Maxine D. You are right! Leonid and Friends are amazing! Every song is spot on!
Perfect, bravo!!!
Sarah God bless you! And your baby too... HSCC great performers... God bless you all guys!
Westminister Academy was marveous. So kind of you to share your musical talents with young people. Lovely Sarah!
🙏🏼💜
Paul Kendall ohhhhh my thats such a nice thing to say! 🙈😍 Thankyou so so much xx
Westminster did a great job on this one. Looking forward to more collabs with them. Btw, next time it would be nice if the cameraperson pan to the back a bit more to acknowledge the backup vocals and strings. Wish we could have seen more of them. But overall an awesome performance. Thanks for making our days a bit brighter what with horrible pandemic wreaking havoc everywhere.
Funny how what is quite possibly the worst year ever (of my life) has made it possible to discover and enjoy a gem like HSCC . Thanks to all of you for helping me/us get through this pandemic...
Agreed, this has been the toughest year for me too... thanks HSCC for all your music....
Great job Tim (just throwing it out there amazing)
Chin up mate....
And that’s why, in my opinion , music exists. It’s healing capacity is limitless.
The greatest cover band anywhere!!!!!!!!
Diria que estamos diante de uma das melhores bandas cover do mundo na
atualidade. Os australianos da HSCC interpretam com tamanha competência,
a ponto de, em alguns casos, rivalizarem até mesmo com as originais!
Verdade!
Exatamente! rs
É vero
É verdade, Milton. Estupenda banda.
Concordo👏👏👏👏👏
Too good to be true, tearful cover, beautiful voice....love you HSCC
HSCC knocks it out of the park again. Love Sarah's voice.
💜💜😘😘
Whoa. This was gonna be my comment, verbatim
wglide444 Yes,she has a wonderful voice!😍😍😍
The girls on backup duty were phenomenal as well!
BE - A - U - TI - FUUUUUUUL..!!!! Wooooowww...!!!!! Wooooowww..!!! WOOOOOOW...!!!! I'm without words...!!! Congratulations..!!!! All of you ate LEGENDS..!!!!
The best!!!
I can't get enough of this version of the song. So well done. School uniforms were never this cool. Chicago's version was great, but this is the one I listen to over and over.
one of the prettiest and heart felt songs ever . the horns , choir , the band all in one sounds awesome .
Yeh... Wow. Chicago would pay that no doubt.
That’s my girl 🥰 Sarah, as always BEAUTIFUL in ALL the ways 🤟🏾 HSCC I loved this guys. You were all amazing and welcome young talented ones ♥️♥️♥️♥️
Ah beautiful Nikki. I couldn’t love you more if I tried! 💜
So glad you enjoyed it 😘
As a Chicago fan I just love this song!
what is the job of the singer...to sing on pitch? to know all the words? to have stage presence? to have vocal range??..yeah..really good singers have all of that in the tool box...but what separates the good from the great is the ability to communicate..in other words as a listener, I have to be convinced that the singer is telling me something that comes from personal experience, or that they are speaking directly to me...genuine character...Sarah Lloyde just did that on this song...she just showed the difference..When I listen to her sing this song, its as if we had a fight and she is pleading with me to not leave.. let me give you all an example..at 2:35 she is singing and using her hand and sings about a love that is so great and unique that it's hard to find, and are we gonna just let it slip away (like its nothing?)..in this phrase Sarah absolutely convinces me she is speaking from the heart...you can't fake stuff like this, this is true artistry at its finest...this song is an example of stellar singing...world class...since I've been in music for over 40 years I kind of know what I'm talking about too...
My goodness me, Billy! I can not tell you how much I appreciate this comment!
I’m super passionate about sharing the story behind the melody!
So I’m beyond thrilled that it came through for you in this song, and it made you feel something 😍
It’s an art all in its self and always my goal.
Thankyou so so very much for taking the time to write this. It truly means so very much to me! 😍😘
Sarah your voice is like honey, sweet and perfect, that tone is so unique.... like a fingerprint. I can hear you and I know it is you. You need to do an album
From Central California, I have to say, "HSCC is a tight group of vocalists and musicians." I enjoy their musical range of rock, soul and funk. The addition of brass and horns is off the hook and elevates them to a higher level of musical sounds. This addition of is no doubt going to put this band on the face of the musical global map.
I am looking forward to hearing more wonderful tunes from HSCC.
Peace be with you all!
On ya mate...
What a beautiful version!!!. She sings really good!!. This musical band is the best in the world.
Fanntastic!!!!!!
To say the least!! This lady’s voice is just Incredible! How is she Not a Legend in her own time Already??
Absolutely in love with Sarah! She has the voice of an angel. ♥♥♥♥
🙏🏼🙏🏼😘😘
Yes she's great.
The Students Will Cherish and never forget this their whole lives , great job HSCC
Always enjoy listening to Sarah sing. Such a wonderful talent.
🙏🏼 Thankyou so much Bill x so very kind
@@SarahLloyde are you ever going to sing again?😢
Love this song. Sarah Lloyde did a tremendous rendition. All did great including student musicians/singers.
perfect
One of the most amazing things about music is rhythm. Watching everyone moving, bobbing, smiling - all in rhythm. Togetherness, locked in the groove but most importantly, feeling it. God I love that! HSCC is the world's best collection of musicians and the joy that you all show makes for a magical, almost addictive, consumption of your collaborative work. Don't stop! Really. Don't stop.
Well said
Perfectly said
That song by Chicago is a masterpiece. You all sounded great singing it. Instrumentals were on point as well.
Only the Aussies. Showcasing a Diva with Child. Respect. (You broadcast so much heart, in all your covers.)
yes exactly you rarely see any band do this, but wonderful vocals and her unborn child one day will see this, how special is this. great video,
This is definitely the best cover of this song.
best song from HSCC....
Beautiful song..
Nice memories..
Thanks HSCC , the best of the best 👌
As always, fantastic! Bass, great, keyboard, great, Dusty always great, Sarah great, school group great.....just great!
I thought surely she was singing about her baby, "if you leave me now, you'll take away the biggest part of me."
I bet Chicago would be proud of this!
You are right.
THIS LADY IS MIND BLOWING
That is brilliant; the harmony's are great.
Sarah killed it...she reached right into my soul and made me cry....love you guys
Oh that’s such a beautiful thing to say. So happy you enjoyed it Billy. Thankyou xx
Wonderful school kids! Nice job.
HSCC! Sarah! Dusty! And all those wonderful young and talented musicians. Thank you much for including and encouraging these young people. They did you proud. HSCC ROCKS!
💜💜😘😘
What a day at school that would have been, never to be forgotten. Wonderful stuff.
Lady with a phenomenal tone
What a beautiful voice she has!
And still one of their finest
One of the best covers of this song I've ever heard.
Love you guys and congratulations on your baby! Just saw the post! We are Blessed by your talent!
Really like the slow tempo of this rendition. Excellent.
I love when a great band play with young musicians and young singers
What a delightful rendition of an old favorite! HSCC you have given so much light to all of us in these troubled times-thank you all! Sarah Lloyde, your vocals were simply gorgeous!
🙏🏼🙏🏼💜💜😘 Thankyou so much Sally. I’m so glad you enjoyed x
This beautiful 👏👏👏👏👏best beautiful
This is a first class Orchestra. Thank you ~USA
This is real Music!!!100 Percent,,,This it i needed on Sunday evening..Beutiful!!
I'm crying. I really love this song. By the way, the presence of youngs (and one baby) in your performance is inspiring. Congrats.... Greetings from Chile.
💜💜
my brother watching you and your performances is addictive , too good the morning goes away hahaha
Everyone - please put your head phones on and listen like you have never listen before
to the shear quality precision of playing, musicianship sound production , the arrangement of this great song is absolutely outstanding
Not forgetting the beautiful Sarah ...this gal has a voice of velvet like no other . Sarah is just a superb vocalist the best of the best!!
Guys thank you for giving the world your particular joy and interpretation of this song delivered just incredibly well!!
James
Velvet!!!! Oh that’s such a compliment. Thankyou 😘
Beautiful ..beautiful ......music ....congratulations ....
Beautiful rendition of this classic song.....
Sarah is the best singer they have and she is stunning
That would be correct in your opinion and that’s cool. Leslie. Nikki. Jade. Pina. They are also great singers. Oh and Dusty. The drummer (forget his name) he’s a beast.
True. Liking anything is a subjective thing. Kind of like some songs are my favorite and they change whenever I hear the next that becomes my favorite. Right now Dirty Loops are my favorite band. Check them out. You’ll love them I think. Thank you for your good thoughts and nice comments.
with your lovely version of the excellent song and the very pregnant singer brings hope and love to this coviding word.... thanks for showing beauty joy and love to the world thank you thank you thank you!!!
🙏🏼😘😘😘😘
I just watched all the videos on this channel and didn't understand why the singer Sarah Lloyde is no longer invited to honor this band. Of all the videos, for me, the best is the one we are seeing here. What woman! What voice! HSCC, please bring THAT queen back!
Do you know why she hasn't been featured again?
@@MrZman0004 have no idea buddy. But at least we have some videos of her. Cheers!
@@justice4g what a line...elequintly said . ...."since she had the kid"!! I needed a good laugh today.
Having a baby would make her pretty busy for now. But give her a few years and she'll be back, because I am sure the HSCC will keep playing for years to come!
Great...the soft jazz cover.
To be so pregnant and to sing with such presence, that's not easy to do! What a great talent!
Love Sarah's voice. Every time. The band has grown in size haha. Great cover of this song.
🙏🏼🙏🏼💜💜 So kind Gerry. Thankyou
Beautiful Voice, Beautiful Lady!
Stunningly beautiful rendition ,so emotional it made me cry😭
wonderful
So sweet and soft. I wish it would have been an extended version.
All i can say is THANK YOU for giving me a good music!!!
this woman can really sing well, wow.
That’s what just awesome! I can just listen to HSCC for hours and often do. If Sarah Lloyde doesn’t make it big then nobody deserves too.
🙏🏼🙏🏼 You lovely soul! Thankyou so much
Thank you for teaching the younger generation school of the 80’s never dies 👍
always kinda suspected this song needs many backup singers..... NOW we know how MANY backup singers EXACTLY. LOVE IT!
What a lifetime experience for those young musicians and singers given the chance to show their talents with the professionals
Super marvellous singer. An absolutely lovely performance. 😍😍😍💪👍
HSCC is arguably one of the best cover bands on RUclips. You guys are so good that I gave you a thumbs up BEFORE I listened to this cover. Given your history of producing wonderful renditions of pop rock classics, I was certain when I clicked thumbs up that I would not be disappointed. Having just finished listening to this moving cover of this Chicago classic, I was proven correct!
Ditto :):):)
Aa
@@majorrgeek Not really... This woman could sing the PHONEBOOK and I'd give her a thumbs up !!! :):):)
Yawn! I enjoy HSCC but not this time! Terrible!
@@majorrgeek Whoa... lol... relax :):):)
Lead vocalist is amazing!!!!!!!!!😻
Nice rendition of thise song 😍😍😍
BEAUTIFUL. I love when HSCC incorporates the students into your music productions. FANTASTIC!
So smooth. Stunning performance; brings back many memories.
Too bloody good 👍
I knew this song i was 4 years old living alone with my mom. Ty for this version. Great band so easy
"If you Leave me now" with a little bit of an Africa/ Toto style in the Intro!! really nice
Lead vocalist…she’s staggeringly good
Amen.
She is.
All the best Sarah for your baby and it's gonna be a singer like her or he's mum ❤️❤️❤️❤️👶👶👶👶🤱🤱🤰🤰🤰🍼🍼🍼🍼🎤🎤🎤🎼🎵🎶
Of all the covers of this song, this is my favorite. The time spent to do it right is obvious. Thanks
Almost the best that I have ever heard.
Awesome just mean as bring life back into old school love it well done