A Street Performance That Brought Strangers to Tears: Karolina Protsenko and Oscar Stembridge Perform “Imagine”

Joanna Woodnutt

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Sometimes music doesn’t just fill the air; it reaches into your soul. That’s exactly what happened when Karolina Protsenko and Oscar Stembridge took to the streets to perform a moving cover of “Imagine” by John Lennon. In the heart of a bustling street, two young artists stood still; and made the world stop with them.

Karolina, just 13 at the time, introduced the performance with a heartfelt message about peace, hope, and love; especially poignant given the hardships of the time, including war in her native Ukraine. Oscar, who had flown in from Sweden for their first-ever live duet, accompanied her on guitar and vocals, while Karolina added her signature emotion through violin and harmonies; together, they reimagined one of the most iconic songs in history with innocence, depth and unshakable grace.

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As they played, passersby paused, forming a quiet, respectful crowd. Some teared up. Others held hands. All were moved. Applause erupted after the final note; not out of habit but from hearts that had been stirred. The video now has over 5.7 million views and the comment section is flooded with one word repeated over and over: goosebumps.

Their chemistry didn’t end there. In another powerful collaboration, the duo performed “Shallow” from A Star Is Born; capturing even more hearts with their flawless harmonies and raw connection.

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That performance hit different; blending street soul with cinematic emotion. It proved that Karolina and Oscar aren’t just talented kids; they’re performers with purpose using their art to tell stories and heal hearts.

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Offstage, Karolina’s global fanbase keeps growing. On Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, she posts regular updates, duets and solo violin-vocal covers that continue to go viral. She’s not just creating music—she’s creating moments people won’t forget.

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