Cry every time i listen "through the eyes of laura mars", this song its such a masterpiece....and this version its so beautiful, im always thankful when this children sing Amos songs.

This made me cry to to hard. I adore Tori Amos. Yes teach the children Tori's music.....its so amazing.

One of my favorite Tori songs...absolutely beautiful! Gave me chills!

this song has always been one of the tearjerkers for me, watching this video brought a whole new meaning to it. extraordinary...the passion and in the faces and voices of these kids is so inspiring.

Oh man, I LOVE these Tori Amos songs by PS22. This has made my day.

Answers: 1) no sheet music during chorus rehearsals 2) they're learning how to read off the staff in general music class 3) sometimes they don't even hear the originals, depending on what the song is 4) some are absent more than others. re: composition, i rearrange to keep the rows even & sound concentrated. 5) i do sometimes work with small groups (the chorus coaches) when starting the arrangement process, but usually what's posted is the full chorus. 6) thanks for your interest!

this is awesome! gold dust is one of my top 5 favorite tori amos songs!

This one has got to be my favorite. As many others have stated before: I love the fact that these kids don't just sing traditionals but are introduced to the music of great artists like Tori Amos and Björk. How cool is that!

I absolutely agree. I think that's one of the things that makes them so incredible, besides their obvious voices. They're not just robots sitting there singing, like some children's choruses. They seem really into what they're doing. It is amazing what all of you have accomplished.

I'm a social worker working with teens who did not have a Mr. B growing up. My clients have internalized the anger and fear we have used to disenfranchise them. It's heartbreaking and sometimes overwhelms ME. Watching this video overwhelmed me but with HOPE. Bless all the Mr. B's that try to prevent hopelessness by providing a respectful and safe space for self-expression, kindness, exploration, vulnerability, celebration, art and yes, even failure. Bless PS 22!

You know what? It bugged me at first. But after watching several of the videos, I have to agree with you. Sitting in their seats seems to encourage them to lose themselves in the song. They are so much fun to watch, as well as listen to. Lucky teacher. Lucky kids. By far, some of my favorite youtube videos!!

we love converts here. :) seriously, thanks!

DEFINITELY! :)

everytime i watch your Chrous and the Tori-Songs i could cry.... its so fantastic greg, super idea, fantastic kids! Thanks so for many fine evenings Greetz from Germany...DIRK

Its the best song of Tori and the best of PS22, you re great Greg! Greetz from germany DIRK

Always again, thanks Greg for this wonderfl performance. It makes me hopeful and happy.... Greets from Germany

I love this song so much.

The rapping at the end is soo cool haha. Good piece once again. keep up the good work

Sounds Great! Hey you were wonderful on Bonnie Hunt's Show! Hope you had a Great time! Congratulations!

"How did it go so Fast? You'll say as we are looking back and then we'll understand We held gold dust in our hands..." These lyrics express perfectly, what these kids are going to feel whenever they're looking back at their time in the PS22 chorus.

That was beautiful as usual :) and the kids rapping at the end was so cute lol. I wonder what you can have them cover off the new album from the songs we've heard so far, the only think you could MAYBE do is flavor if you cut out the 2nd verse. Yeah wow, out of the 10 songs we've heard from AAtS thats the only one that seems doable so far. I cant wait to see what they do next!

Beautiful job once again!

You rock...these videos are amaZING....seeing spontaneous expressions of joy as the music many meaning flow through the kids...gives me hope fro the human race. Congrats to the teachers...your hard work and desire to instill the gift of music to others will pay off all their lives.

I just love this. kudos to you, teacher :)

Oh, my, you guys always cover my very favourite Tori's songs! Thank you so much for this rendition, it's so, so beautiful...

Great Job! Gold Dust is my favorite Tori song. I love seeing the kids getting into her music. Makes me feel like there is hope that good music will be appreciated in future generations.

I can't wait :). I am sure it will be incredible :)

Hey bud, this is spinnyboy on @forumz. Thanks so much for adding this. My smile while watching, ended up a smile full of tears. What you do is so amazing for these kids, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for bringing Tori Amos in to your students repertoire.

sounds great

This is just... beyond beautiful. You should be truly proud of yourself for what you're doing for these kids.

beautiful, as always. and omg that rap at the end HAHAHAHAHA too cute!

Fantastic! I am a socialworker in germany and everytime when i see your work, i cant believe it.... wonderful greg! Thanks from Germany! DIRK

This is awesome, how the kids love the music (as much as I am loving it!) The rap about someone's hair was funny!

glad YOU liked it : /

Sooo good :)

allie actually said pretty much exactly what you said in the nightline interview last night.... :)

This is so beautiful. You're doing a wonderful job, mr.

that song is pure poetry, you did a beautiful job. Congratulations, i'm a fan.

You kids are amazing. With kids like you we have hope for our future.

Very nice video!!

Flavor is my first choice so far for them from what I've heard too, and by the same logic.... :) And it is such a great song. Hope we have time before the end of the year to give it a go. (Knowing myself, I won't be able to help it....)

I love how they changed the skipping school lyric :) So pretty, this song.

woww. just wow.

I lOVE it :D

definitely encourage them to achieve an emotional delivery. and yes, i do think that adds to any performance. :)

I actually LOVE watching them perform from their seats like show in this video - I find the kids a lot more free to express themselves than when they're standing in line. Do you find this?

Super!

is THAT what tori was saying in the original version??? ;)

i have your photograph.. and the sun on your face im frazing my frame.....

PS....I like your hair :)