When 672 Musicians of Orquestra De Baterias Came Together to Create the Ultimate Pink Floyd Tribute

Pink Floyd has always been known for their powerful vocals, but they took this cover to another level! Orquestra De Baterias pulled off a truly iconic cover of “Another Brick in the Wall” in Brazil. A huge group of 672 musicians came together at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Campinas including 413 drummers, 250 choir members, and a nine-piece band. Together they turned the rock song into a viral internet sensation that captivated the audience worldwide.

The cover exploded on YouTube, racking up 2.2 million views in a matter of weeks, making it the group’s third-most popular performance. The drummers playing in perfect unison— and their combined beats sound like one giant, powerful heartbeat. Meanwhile the choir added an angelic quality that gave the rock classic an almost gospel vibe. This majestic and fresh take on a Pink Floyd classic has been a major hit on Viral Music.

ANOTHER BRICK IN THE WALL PT2 – 9ª Orquestra de Baterias de Florianópolis (2022)

Pink Floyd’s music from The Wall era has such a huge, stadium-ready feel, and it seems almost destined to be performed like this—with an enormous ensemble of musicians. Orquestra De Baterias, which translates to “Drum Orchestra,” is certainly a fitting name for what they do.

They performed “Another Brick in the Wall (Part 2)” at the 2022 Florianópolis Drum Orchestra event, marking the ninth year of this annual gathering. Musicians from over 60 cities across Brazil came together in Campinas for the occasion. The show was a multi-generational affair, featuring performers ranging in age from 10 to 72. Orquestra De Baterias’ most popular video is their rendition of AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck,” performed at the same event in 2018.

THUNDERSTRUCK Orquestra de Baterias 2018

“Another Brick in the Wall” is a three-part song penned by Pink Floyd bassist Roger Waters. Part 2 became the band’s signature track and is curently their most popular song on Spotify, boasting 937 million streams. Released as their first UK single since 1968, the song dropped on November 30, 1979, and climbed to the top of the UK charts, ending the year at number one. It topped the charts in 1 4 countries and sold four million copies worldwide. Fans might recall that “Another Brick in the Wall (Part 2)” features a children’s choir prominently, making it a natural choice for Orquestra De Baterias’ version with their 250-strong choir.

If you’d like to hear more from this talented group, visit the Orquestra De Baterias Website for more incredible music. You can also follow them on Instagram to stay updated with their latest performances.

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