Opera Singer Reacts to Lea Salonga - On My Own (Les Misérables)

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Maria Lea Carmen Imutan Salonga, OL, (/ˈleɪə səˈlɒŋɡə/) is a Filipina singer and actress, best known for her roles in musical theatre, for supplying the singing voices of two Disney Princesses (Jasmine and Mulan), and as a recording artist and television performer.
"On My Own" is a solo from the 1980 musical Les Misérables for the part of Éponine. Beginning in the key of D major, modulating to Bb major, then ending in F major, this is the most important song for the role of Éponine. In the song, she expresses her unrequited love for the character Marius, and how she dreams of being at his side but knows his love is for Cosette and not for her.
Les Misérables colloquially known as Les Mis or Les Miz is a sung-through musical and an adaptation of Victor Hugo's 1862 novel of the same name, by Claude-Michel Schönberg (music), Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel (original French lyrics), and Herbert Kretzmer (English lyrics).
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Les Misérables 10th Anniversary Concert at the Royal Albert Hall
Lea Salonga (Éponine)
Conductor: David Charles Abell
Orchestra: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@MoochieLovesIt]

i think this is like one of those shows where the invite performance to do one of them best themes in a play or something like that

[@TheChrisTeenaJohnsonProject]

Jennifer Palor and Bituin Escarcha are my fave people...Jennifer is a singer in Hong Kong and Bituin is a Music Graduate from the University of the Philippines

[@yengsabio5315]

This is, by far, the best reaction video that I've watched re Lea Salonga's "On My Own" performed at the Royal Albert Hall. I adore the way the critiques are sandwiched into the video! And obviously, I learned a lot as a novice who so adores good music! Lots'a love, cheers, & Mabuhay, from tropical Philippines!

[@yengsabio5315]

@@TheChrisTeenaJohnsonProject Ooh yeah, Bituin Escalante!

[@nanangkopo2704]

Would you pls review and react to Lea's "Don"t cry for me Argentina".

[@morisettea9990]

She holds the record for being the ONLY actress in the world for having won the Olivier and the Tony for the same role, an extremely difficult feat given the challenge of having to impress critics on both sides of the pond!

[@Maestraako]

Are you Morisette, one of the best singers in the Philippines?

[@whilyn]

Watching the video is actually kind of awkward. Watching someone pick through a performance of THE LEA SALONGA.

[@fernandcelestino5571]

This is highly incorrect multiple actresses accomplished this not only her like Helen Mirren (won an Oscar, Tonys, and Olivier for playing Queen Elizabeth) and Angela Lansberry

[@maggiereneemusic]

Thank you for your comment. Did you like my latest reaction to Morissette I just posted?

[@channelb3165]

@@fernandcelestino5571 Helen Mirren won the Drama Desk, Tony & Olivier Awards in different roles and different years… While Lea won her Drama Desk, Tony and Olivier for same role and same award season…. Thats the difference…

[@kentasbury3531]

This performance is considered one of the best in musical theater history.

[@ijdodijkstra8997]

It's musically a gorgeous version. Personally I prefer the original Frances Rufelle version, though. While musically inferior, I find that actually suits the character better. In general that's what I like about the Original London Cast. It seems to fit the story better. Some of the later versions were too polished to my liking.

[@allenroygagui645]

And yet she doesnt know whos lea salonga

[@kentasbury3531]

@@allenroygagui645 I wonder why many of the reviewers don't do their research before commenting.

[@allenroygagui645]

She read her bio on google i think but the fact that shes claiming that she love les miserables but doesnt even know lea

[@allenroygagui645]

I think she is a fan of the movie not the broadway

[@EllaB33]

“I was in an environment where there were a lot of singers were celebrated for being belters. That made me ask myself back then, ‘Where do I fit in because I don’t really do this-my voice quality is really different.’ Do I have a place in music? But then Miss Saigon happened and that was where my voice found its fit.” Lea is not really known for high belting. She’s known for the quality of her voice, her proper technique without ruining her voice- she’s gone thru that during first year of MS. She’s made a name in the industry that songs are adjusted or written for her.

[@yanimanz6514]

She's also known for having a perfect pitch and a brilliant mind

[@justme7410]

As a Mezzo-Soprano I am super happy to find out that she’s one too. I grew up with musically affiliated family who always sings high belts so it really means a lot that i have someone to look up to with the same vocal range who achieved great feats😊

[@anaphylaxis2548]

Belting does not equal ruining your voice. It’s mot an either or thing. A good vocal coach can teach a singer to belt without damaging their voice.

[@randomposts99]

If you hear a person sing clearly like that,and looks like an Asian..that's definitely a Filipino.

[@pault1964]

8 shows a week not good for her voice months at a time

[@dominiquewong4706]

She is the very few musical singers that you don't need subtitles to understand. Her diction is just so clear.

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[@lydiabill9904]

@@maggiereneemusic If I'm not wrong, that conductor of the orchestra is Leah Salonga's brother..

[@ially2011]

@@lydiabill9904 no he's not... The conductor was David Charles Abell. This happened in 1995 (Les Miserable 10th Anniversary in the Royal Albert Hall) West End Production.

[@jericgilcobilla4856]

She is the original singing voice of Jasmine's "A whole new world" from the Disney movie Aladdin and "Reflection" from the Disney movie Mulan. That's why she sounds like a Disney princess because she is really the voice of a Disney princess. :)

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[@ma.theresaarancana9375]

..She even sing on several occasions in Il Divo concerts..

[@Badabinger]

How on earth is it possible to love Les Mis and not know who Lea Salonga is? Love ya, but that just doesn't make any sense 😊

[@symph2000]

ikr

[@ShieAntipasado]

Where is the lie 😊

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@c0f3324]

Exactly! These new generation of kids really need to explore more!

[@eSPRIVERe]

Hopefully you also know that Lea played Miss Saigon (I guess at that time she was only 17yrs old) and is the LEGEND voice of Jasmin/Aladin and Mulan etc? She is a LIVING legend! How comes you don't know her?

[@labellavita12]

And yes she is the only 2x Disney princess. Disney bestow her as a "Disney Legend" in 2011, awarding her together with the other princesses like Ariel, belle, Tiana of the princess and the frog. She recently said in an interview that aside from the heavy award she received and plaque displayed with her handprint and signature. Also one of the perks is that she can go to Disneyland anywhere (even the Disney outside the US) whenever she wants for free and she doesn't need to fall in line..how awesome is that.

[@wig.8gles]

It's actually Tiana not Tatiana, and hi again.

[@haewillph1646]

I remember being at Disneyland and hearing lea's singing voice during the fireworks display as background and it made me tear up. Could'nt be more proud of a fellow filipino..

[@falutak]

True. Tatiana is a drag queen.

[@wig.8gles]

@@falutak Tiana*

[@ferdinandporteria6521]

Well i guess that's the perks of being a real life disney princess

[@thomas_the_cat]

her pronounciations are so clean... a lot of singers can hit notes easily, but its not everyday we hear ones that hit the notes and have crystal clear words at the same time

[@RexAlfieLee]

This song is about a girl who's a dreamer but she has moments of reality. When she's imagining she sings like a girl but when reality bites her voice becomes more like a woman. She's superb.

[@heart7676]

Same thought that's why I think on the really big note towards the end people are expecting her to use her full chest voice but she didn't. Hearing that made me feel like she is slowly breaking down into reality.

[@Jim_Welch_OK]

This was my daughter's (RIP) favorite musical and singer.

[@shaillamaeb.revilla7949]

Her taste in music in beautiful.

[@seabreeze8894]

So sorry for your loss, Jim. I know listening to this brings you wonderful memories of her.

[@lydiavanevera8494]

I’m so sorry.

[@jaysargeant3416]

Bless you.

[@markreyes1866]

sorry for your loss, your daughter lives forever in this song

[@Sithspit_Rogue]

I am and always will be partial to her and Michael Ball doing "A Little Fall of Rain"...💐💐💐

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@Sithspit_Rogue]

@@maggiereneemusic, that is actually our supper time so probably not, but I shall endeavour to peruse and view later this evening.

[@maggiereneemusic]

Gotcha 😀

[@mrbrightside6095]

I hear you. One of the, if not the, most moving performances ever! And you get 2 legends singing, on top of it lol

[@angienatoyn]

My gosh their rendition, even standing up, was fan effin tastic (pardon my french)

[@labellavita12]

Lea is a goddess. If you know "On my own" then she is known as one of the best who sang that song. The epitome of Eponine. She didn't audition for that role, it was a straight casting then go on as Fantine in the 25th anniversary. Her recent broadway show was "Once on this island", she played Erzulie, the goddess of love. They performed in the Tony's and the show won as the Best revival.

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[@imuawarriors]

Ms. Salonga's diction is tailor-made for theater - I've always heard that you must get to that fine line where you are almost over-enunciating, so that the audience can always follow you... Her pop stuff is not this way...

[@jonasmartinez1739]

what made Lea into what she is today was her theatre experience when she was very young.... made her into a different teenager unlike so many local artists and singers way back then..... then Miss Saigon came and we all know what happened after that. Even the pop songs she sings is sung differently to even the original artist because of her theatre training and experience.

[@lindawarden-burglund9603]

Lea Salonga is one of the greatest Broadway performers ever. She is one of my favorite fingers of all time. This was a Les Miserables 10th anniversary concert, I think in London, with all the original cast. It was stunning, and she was brilliant! Thank you for reacting. Please , please, please react to Home Free's How Great Thou Art! You will not be s disappointed!

[@schubert06sebastian39]

Not the "original cast" but "DREAM CAST" which was part of the actual title, the best of the best performers of Les Mis both on Broadway and Foreign production

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@brianherr2699]

Lea Salonga will always be the definitive Eponine for me. This concert was amazing! I can’t get enough of it! I watch it so often that these amazing singers define their characters for me.

[@abelardoandolong7859]

That is what I call a true reaction, you know what to say and what not to, and your expertise really is very evident. You don't do any BS just to earn followers, keep it going Maggie. You are gorgeous too.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@FishThingsReal]

Watch Tara Simons video the you'll be more amazed.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@russellhopkins9596]

Please react to the vocal group "Voctave". They are a phenomenal group that I think you will enjoy very much. Literally anything by them is great. Lot's of Christmas music out there, Disney music, Broadway, and more.

[@saintbenedict3441]

Hello Beautiful Maggie🙂Please react to the Philippine Legend, Micheal Jackson of the Philippines and also known as Mr. PURE ENERGY - Gary Valenciano "SPAIN" Live on Wish 107.5 bus. Thanks and Looking forward to it🤗

[@clementenaidas1285]

Maggie try to react our Lea salonga miss Saigon

[@craigterry6072]

One Man Les Miserables Nick Pitera Medley [you should check this out, just for fun, its a kind of feel good recap of Les Mis, also his medley of the Phantom of the opera is unbelievable too.]

[@lefterismplanas4977]

Have you heard the wolven storm? the singer isn't even a professional singer, just a voice actor. it's from the witcher 3

[@thebelovedone2]

Here, Lea sets the gold standard for On My Own. The harsh diction (along with the hands in pocket and then the closed folded arms) in the beginning was a character choice, eventually opening up, then ending the song with dreamy softness.

[@maggiereneemusic]

Thank you for your comment. Did you like my latest reaction to Morissette I just posted?

[@jheuzthemusical]

This performance of Lea Salonga made Eponine the most loved character in the musical. Eponine has gone more than just a minor character because of the great impact this performance has made.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@bebelove6421]

I cry everytime i watch this performance... i am so affected... she was my idol since i was a child... her first performance as Annie.... singing Tomorrow!

[@lourdescruz9753]

couldnt agree more❤❤

[@normcummings1967]

As wonderful as Lea is, Frances Ruffelle is the definitive Eponine, winning the Tony and Olivier awards years before Lea came to the States... and Eponine was beloved because of her plaintiff existence, and because of this song that many women had sung well before Lea came along.

[@jp3813]

​@@normcummings1967 I believe that Ruffelle hasn't won an Olivier award yet. Everyone has their own definitive Les Miz characters. But Frances revealed in a 2010 interview that she was never asked to take part in this "Dream Cast" 10th anniversary concert despite her good relationship w/ Cameron Mackintosh. By the time Samantha Barks came around in the 25th anniversary concert where both Lea & Frances also performed, the debates were mostly focused on Lea vs Sam. Though those arguments have died down after it became evident that this video of Lea's performance is the most popular Les Miz clip of all time outside of talent show uploads.

[@jamnee]

I cry every time I hear this song, especially toward the end. The note Lea sings on the word "known" is one of the most beautiful I have ever heard.

[@jamesschmidt6993]

I'm surprised you haven't seen the 10th anniversary show of Les Miserables (which this performance is from). They cast ALL of the best actors/singers from ALL of the performances around the world to that date (1995 I believe). They do the entire show, plus some songs that were written for that performance. 💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐 I hope I can see your reaction to the full performance of the 10th anniversary

[@meredithchandler73]

The 10th anniversary concert of Les Miserables was called The Dream Cast (that was the actual title), and they definitely cast accordingly! Also, I think Lea was the only principal performer to play different roles in the 10th and 25th anniversary concerts. And I think one of very few people who took part in both concerts.

[@jamesschmidt6993]

@@meredithchandler73 my parents made me watch it when it was released on PBS. I fell in love with the 10th anniversary performance. I'm not a fan of the 25th anniversary performance. Colm Wilkenson is the best Val Jean

[@marierocher4422]

@@jamesschmidt6993 , I agree totally.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@LadyAyumiMusic]

3 other songs I would absolutely recommend from the the 10th anniversary performance I would absolutely recommend are Stars, Empty Chairs and Empty Tables and A Little Fall of Rain. Can't go wrong though. This whole show is great and the diction in the ensemble pieces is :: chef's kiss::

[@elmer9787]

Lea is always Pitch perfect & sings with clarity. Pls. react to her version of "Don't Cry for Me Argentina). Thanks fr. Manila & Merry Christmas.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@louisec.9248]

fun fact: lea first auditioned for the role of kim from miss saigon. to familiarize lea with the song she's going to sing for the audition they played it for her three times. all versions have different alterations. after hearing them play lea asked them "which version would you want me to sing?". they were all shocked because she was able to memorize all three versions of the song in just one listen. they said they have never come across a performer like that before.

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[@yanimanz6514]

She is brilliant. A teacher of mine met her before her Miss Saigon days, and he was impressed with her. She was really professional. She came prepared and even memorized all of her lines.

[@bryango4610]

“Classical technique saved my life in the most literal sense” - Lea

[@jeanmiller2747]

She plays Fantine in one of the later concerts (25th Anniversary?), so might be a nice way to hear her again. :)

[@yoko3182]

Yes, her performance of "I Dreamed a Dream" is heavenly and heartwrenching. I could do without Joe Jonas as Marius, though. XD

[@brandou8442]

Her Fantine is awesome too though I like her Eponine better.

[@denniszenanywhere]

Fun fact: In her series of auditions for Miss Saigon, she chose to sing Own my Own. Who would think she would sing this same song in the musical years later. Actually, Claude Michel Schonberg who wrote Miss Saigon and Les Miserables recommended her when the musical had another run, for which you are now enjoying this video.

[@thebelovedone2]

I’ll never forget that scene with him on her first side-read. “I want to ask you a favour” in her slight British accent.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@yoko3182]

That entire Concert is just perfection. From Michael Ball's performances as Marius to Philip Quast as Javert, I absolutely ADORE this concert. It's just perfect. 💐

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@brandou8442]

I agree, DREAM CAST 😍

[@hawaii2k]

This shows is just fantastic. The acting and dynamic between Colm and Phillip is so good. Just perfect.

[@danielngsj]

she is the original ms saigon, besides blowing away every other role she has taken on in broadway musicals and disney movies etc. she has many great songs to react to. Agree with comment below, you should listen to her duet with Rachelle Ann Go for “The Movie in My Mind”

[@eduardochavacano]

and everyone who has heard of Miss Saigon knows who she is.

[@David-kv4gf]

The duet with Rachelle An Go blows my mind...such talent and perfection.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@danielngsj]

Hey @@maggiereneemusic oops..been busy, I think I missed it out but has been rectified. Yes I liked it. LOL

[@omegagilgamesh]

I'm surprised you're so familiar with this song but not Lea's rendition. 💐 In case no one else mentioned it, Lea got her audition for Miss Saigon by sending in a tape of her singing, you guessed it, this song! It's not much of an exaggeration to say this song made her career. There's a video of 18 year old Lea (she totally looked 14) auditioning and doing her first casting (or whatever it's called) and she even asks the composer (or lyricist, not sure what he did) for his signature on a Les Mis poster.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@josephlanguez4200]

Exactly! She's so familiar with the song and i think the whole musical of les mis and miss saigon too. I wonder what else musical and singers she is not familiar with. 🤔🤔🤔

[@gamerdotchannel4543]

Exactly, maybe shes doing it for the views. As always these yt people

[@lovikenj]

Shame on this reactor as a opera singer which shes done so much stage concerts of not knowing one of the best singers of the world. Idk it's kinda odd. But thank u for reacting tho.

[@gsjackson34]

Claude-Michel Schoneberg -- composer

[@eve_ss7780]

"One of the greatest strength of Lea Salonga is her clear diction. It's so clear that even auto-generated eng subs could capture every words she's saying/singing ☺️💕

[@elbonfis]

​She is one of the best musical actresses/singers in the world, a queen and her diction is one of the best too. TY, Maggie for the reaction. Listen Miss Saigon show and you would know more about her. There is a video call "Looking for Kim" or something like that, when they were casting for talent for the show.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@rororiririi]

She is a freaking legend!

[@corvus1374]

I love how her lip quivers at the end when she sings, "I love him."

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@sheilaflores3967]

LEA is a legend / icon ! Incomparable. Proud to be Filipino !

[@mayb.3745]

I believe, this is the best rendition of this song. I’ve seen so many singers sang this, but not as emotionally presented and voice controlled as she has.

[@Skybolt211]

I love this performance by Lea. One of my favorites... also CONGRATS ON THE 100K!! 🥳👍🎂💐💐💐

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[@ireact2379]

Please react to her singing "Little Fall of Rain" with Ball in Les Miserables 10th year Concert.

[@lalalalasmith4903]

Love the reaction. You should check out her and Rachel Ann Go sing “Movie in my mind”. So good

[@hazelmarie8822]

Yes. More Lea Salonga please. Lea and Rachel Ann Go duet please. Music in my mind. Thank you. Opps. Movie in my mind. Thanks for the correction. 😁😘

[@afkmadness4031]

HAHAHAHAHAH..is it supposed to be MOVIE? IN MY MIND?..

[@lalalalasmith4903]

Lol yes

[@wig.8gles]

@@hazelmarie8822 Ahahaha Music in my Mind 😂

[@gizeldarossada5742]

Also check her singing i know him so well with rachel please. There is no way you didn't like it

[@gaiaaoi1005]

Everytime! Everytime i hear Lea, i tear up everytime! Her way of embodying the character and putting so much emotions in the song without overdoing it, so much finesse on her technique. Mmm i love her.

[@markmyers6472]

I love how she demonstrates fantasy, frustration, longing and never breaks the musicality of every word and phrase. She takes the audience on the emotional roller coaster of emotions that the character experiences.... and paints an image in the listeners head, of what is in Eponine's heart.

[@makala7497]

Very shocking that you've never heard of her. Her Miss Saigon performances were amazing.

[@barotac1]

Same. That is what shocked me 😁

[@mypathfclasses1632]

Same thoughts here 😬

[@jonasmartinez1739]

me three.... I thought she knew a lot of people in theatre..... well, now we know. hehe

[@anelemacamus6848]

She doesn't know Lea when she's a broadway actress herself. Makes no sense.

[@onechopbuddy3849]

I would have thought Lea would be part of any curriculum for musical theatre

[@rbbrene]

You should do Lea and Don't cry for me Argentina

[@Green-Lyon]

Lea Salonga is one of my absolute favorite vocalists. Both her voice and her acting talent are incomparable. This is my favorite version of this song. This 10th anniversary concert was really amazing. A great mix of performers.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@daisytualla8260]

She's my favorite too

[@brianna7810]

I love that you check first who is the artist before reacting to them. That’s amazing ♥️

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@catherineharger8069]

I fell in love with Michael Ball's voice watching this 10th Anniversary Concert of Les Mis when it played on HBO years ago. His duet with Lea Salonga "A Little Fall of Rain" is one of the three all but guaranteed tear rendering moments of the story. I love to hear your reaction to their performance.

[@angienatoyn]

Incredible that they were able to elicit so much emotion standing up.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@emilyk2424]

Surprised you’ve never seen this performance! Glad you enjoyed it so much 💐💐

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@emilyk2424]

@@maggiereneemusic I would! But I have Christmas zoom calls with family tonight 😂 we’re doing a virtual gift opening!

[@maggiereneemusic]

Gotcha 😁

[@thetattedpharmacist3215]

When I did a bunch of musical theatre at High School, our director and MD as well, stressed the importance of our diction given that the songs tell the story. Without good diction, no one would know what we're singing about.

[@rbbrene]

Lea is a musical queen ... And remember english is not her first language

[@raymonda5476]

She has been bilingual since early childhood, as are almost all educated people in the Philippines.

[@tyroneloki5131]

WTF? it was, she grew up in a oligarch family...she grew up with english as her 1st language. tanga amf

[@johnastrero6046]

it pays to be rich.she was schooled in montessori or I.S.

[@mira_majancruz106]

Being a filipino doesn't mean english is not your first language... Actually high society don't talk in local dialect. They teach kids english first then the local dialect. May it be tagalog or anything. As you see... The earlier you teach kids to talk in english, they will not have an accent which categories english speaking asians.

[@gsjackson34]

@@tyroneloki5131 Apparently the oligarch's third family (as he ranked them -- the families were concurrent, not consecutive, at least according to one video floating around out there). The parents were never married, and after age five, she and her brother were raised mostly by their mother. I'm guessing English was the first language.

[@kardokodakero250]

What's so mind blowing about this reaction is for her to have never heard of Lea Salonga.

[@kbnf1477]

I can't believe you're a musical singer yet you don't know her?

[@benroseco1829]

Maggie, try Lea & Rachelle Ann Go also a filipina singing "Movie on my mind"

[@maggiereneemusic]

Thank you for your comment! Did you like my latest video reaction?

[@mariomonasterio9454]

Well, I love Musicals so obviously I loved Lea and your reaction, thank youuuu!! Good Night, Maggie, sweet dreams!!! 🤗🤗

[@maggiereneemusic]

My pleasure!! 😍

[@mariomonasterio9454]

@@maggiereneemusic Awesome day today!! Going to bed now zzz...zzz...😍😍

[@markunci]

I can't believe you didn't know her

[@symph2000]

Halatang nag pipinoy baiting lang to.

[@markunci]

@@symph2000 oo kung opera singer talaga siya dapat kilala niya siya

[@ShieAntipasado]

@@markunci mali mali nga lyrics nya hahah

[@guileroa4430]

It doesnt makes sense that youre into opera and doesnt know Lea.

[@owie1733]

Wait,what??? Youre a vocal coach, an operatic singer, and a big fan of Les Mis and yet you've never heared of Lea Salonga before? Now im confused...

[@k21bg]

Ikr?!

[@Cheyenne2010]

Same thought I have..

[@joyajovals8577]

We are so proud of our very own lea salonga. Perfect tone, clear & clean voice. Like an angel singing

[@joycelu1513]

You have to watch her sing for Fantine in the 25th anniversary concert. She's got 15 more years of experience and the difference between her singing as teenage Eponine vs broken woman Fantine is just so powerful.

[@thaddeus8048]

“Les Mis will forever have a place in my heart.” “I’ve never heard of Lea Salonga” LOL

[@rimadejarme7949]

SAME THOUGHT

[@livmorcas9050]

Like.... how is that even possible???

[@mypathfclasses1632]

She said (or implied?) that she enjoyed this performance but i think this is her only reaction vid to lea's. Which makes me think... Hmmm...

[@MrWhitney4e]

Wow~ I find it hard to believe that you have ever heard her name before. I think she's about the absolute best for this role. Such stellar talent in both singing and acting on stage! This is part of the Les Miz 10th anniversary. You might want to look it up and watch the whole live. You're gonna love it! Anyways, always great to see your reaction! You're the best! :)

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@passionsquietrage]

Fun fact: Lea reunited with Brad Kane(Alladin's singing voice) on Good Morning America 23 years after the movie's release to sing A Whole New World. It'd definitely be worth checking out, if possible.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@passionsquietrage]

You're very welcome. I will definitely check it out!

[@stanleyolivar7381]

Lea’s rendition is crisp, clear, smooth, youthful, honest, evocative.

[@wengsbacay]

She has said in an interview that she perfected that song because she knows they (critics, I guess) are waiting for her to mess up because she is Asian.

[@joshuaburba2905]

No worries Maggie. Every musician that I have watched react to this has had exactly the same reaction. Basically, your comments about how professionally, correctly, and purely this was sung is what is usually noticed by musical experts. I know you began with a bit of research, but yea, Lea Salonga is considered by many to be the gold standard that aspiring broadway performers hope to emulate. She's extraordinary. There's a fun cell phone video on KZbin of her grabbing a guy from the audience and singing "A Whole New World" with, not realizing he had auditioned for the part years earlier and almost got it, so he more than holds his own with this world-class singer. Have a Merry Christmas!

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@joshuaburba2905]

@@maggiereneemusic You're welcome ma'am. No luck on the live stream, as we just got phone and internet service back a few minutes ago, and haven't had service for the last 2 days (the explosion took it out - I'm in Nashville). We've been living in the middle ages for the last few days and it sure was weird. Anyway, have a Happy New Year!

[@miascowilfredo1453]

Lea Salonga is our golden voice in the Philippines, yet, she is so humble and down to earth person.

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[@belenpaccagnella183]

You should see Lea's audition for Miss Saigon. It's mesmerizing

[@ballpixters]

Lea Salonga is a broadway legend!!

[@mario4301]

Maggie, interesting you said classical artists sing in mixed voice to save themselves from the gruesome effort of performing.....lea salonga is a perfect example of that.....during her stint as kim on miss saigon was a daily thingy on west end and even on broadway....so the need for understudies to back her up....also filipinos....obviously you are trained in musical theatre the way you speak and even the way you sound....yes i remembered before you sang a phrase or two and I was blown away....although musical theatre is not big in philipines we have some of the best in the world....but when it comes to pop, r&b and ballad you can count on us.....thank you for reacting to our talents and please continue to do so...Merry Christmas!!

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@jennyobdam9213]

I thought all opera songers know Lea for being such a wonderful singer. She's so incredible and legendary. And by the way she's so famous in Europe region I love her♥️

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@aj170ful]

I would like to mention, that the reason for Lea’s classic approach to her diction is also because she’s classically trained. There was a time when she was still in Miss Saigon where her voice was starting to get tired, so in order to save her voice she was trained classical technique. She had great diction prior anyway, but the classical technique she was taught I think also solidified her foundation when singing

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@SRG262]

I've been a Lea Salonga fan since she was a child when she sang "Someone's waiting for you"(The Rescuers/Disney). I found a new appreciation for her skills when critiqued by a pro like you. emoji: a bouquet of roses

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@andrewnagel9149]

Lea Salonga, and this song and version in particular, is the reason I am married to my love. She is a Filipina and for a while we had split up. Something she did hurt me terrible but in the end not total. Hearing this music allowed me to forgive what she had done and begin talking to her again. We celebrated 22 years back in September.

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[@revo3281]

I love when the reactors actually know what they are saying and providing clarification on why the artist choses such certain vocal techniques. You are definitely a very qualified reactor.❤❤❤

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@rororiririi]

She's turning 50 next February.

[@imagranny]

Love your explanations. I’ve seen a lot of reactions to this performance from other vocal/theatre coaches but yours is the most informative and technical, so far. I love it. I really learned a lot! Good luck on your channel! ❤️❤️

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@marcoxmargaux9223]

Try to React to GERPHIL FLORES Asia's Got Talent. She is also a Filipina and a professional Opera Singer. I think you would love her performances

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@ruffyjaketorrico2768]

Please react "The Movie in my Mind" with Lea Salonga and Rechelle Ann Go the two Miss Siagon of the Philippines🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@Metal_Auditor]

I'd love to hear your thoughts on Ruthie Henshall's performance of "I Dreamed a Dream" and Colm Wilkinson's "Bring Him Home" from this same concert.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@mae1st]

This is a funny reaction. Seeing someone making critic to a legendary and very accomplished singer... she is " THE LEA SALONGA" Do a research first.

[@derekgarcia1428]

To me Lea is the epitome of a show singer, she rocks everything she sings and makes it her own. No comparison.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@DailyInspirations1978]

You didn't know her? Come on. Where on earth are you hiding? O well, all I can say is, she's waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better than you. So you have to listen and learn techniques from her. Don't ever compare your singing techniques to her techniques as she's in broadway and you are in opera. And If you think you can do better than her based from your observation. Better record you version and teach us the correct way.

[@karabellaellaellaella]

Oh oh oh! You should listen to her performing West Side Story!!! She sings pretty operatic there. It was the first time I ever heard her sing like that. So freaking good!

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@nzsl368]

lea owns "on my own" with that remarkable performance

[@rodrigotorrejos3220]

Pls. React to Lea Salonga and Rachelle Ann Go The movie in my mind..

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@uelleperdizo5973]

Lea Salonga has perfect voice and perfect pitch. The Broadway queen!

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@pedronobrega7693]

This performance is magical and pure perfection in every single way! Incredible vocal control and conveying of emotions!

[@joepadilla3401]

Simply Lea was the perfect on this role..we love her so much❤

[@tatarenzredosendo9224]

Watch her performing as Kim in Miss Saigon

[@MegaRaiser]

As a follow-up to this song I think you should react to "Bring Him Home" by Colm Wilkenson of the original cast of Les Miserables

[@Tribblepuppy]

Austin Brown of the a cappella group Home Free also does a live version of this song. Austin has a clear and beautiful high tenor voice that is made for songs like this.

[@catchychazz]

You can't spell cLEAr without Lea!

[@xeechet6290]

Lea is known for her voice clarity and diction! All her songs don't need subtitles. That's why she is a two- time Disney Princess. Jasmine and Mulan!

[@maggiereneemusic]

Thank you for your comment. Did you like the new Encanto reaction I just posted and hope to see you Friday for the Encanto Bruno Premiere?

[@marlyndwayne1260]

Lea Salonga - Won the ffg: WhatsOnStage Best Emsemble Performance - Miss Saigon, Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical - Miss Saigon, Laurence Oliver Award for Best Actress in a Musical - Miss Saigon, Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical - Miss Saigon, Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical - Miss Saigon, She’s the voice of Mulan and Princess Jasmine. She’s a Disney Princess ❤️

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@ilsukdyang8134]

Yes! The amazing original singing voice of Mulan and Princess Jasmine! Wonderful reaction, as always!

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@Fatherofheroesandheroines]

I've been a long time Lea Salonga fan, even when she was just starting out. I know this is several years old, but wow what a voice!

[@aqualls]

Heyyyy B-E-A-utifal ♋️ gal! 💐 Question: Do you think there’s such a thing as too many shadow vowels?? Or too much of a tendency towards them? Or leaning into them too hard? I remember actually getting critiqued for them in college during class and juries. But I was pretty much always just trying to emulate Lea Salonga. 🤷🏻‍♂️🤣 Would love to see you react to more of her because she’s a huge inspiration to lots of us theatre singers (probably mostly female...but also me).

[@maggiereneemusic]

It depends on what you mean by 'too much'...it's hard for me to say unless I hear you. Thank you for your lovely comment and for watching my video until the end. I appreciate it. 😁💖💐 Hope you will join me for my Christmas Eve Livestream at 6pm EST?

[@ShyAnn291]

I also love when you can understand the words they are singing!

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@ShyAnn291]

@@maggiereneemusic I will if I’m able to. And I would join Patreon but I don’t have the money to do so.

[@pandorasbox66]

Really loved your review of this and was my first time hearing her sing. And she has such a beautiful voice, made me laugh though when you said you did this when you where younger. And i'm like you are still young. Would it be wrong for me to say that I reckon you would be fantastic doing Les Miserables. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas day and that next year you get everything you want at Juilliard.

[@maggiereneemusic]

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[@cebuwebpro]

Im surprised that you are an opera singer but havent heard about Leah Salonga? Not to mention about the voices behind Disney princesses.

[@maggiereneemusic]

🤣

[@RD-deguzman]

@@maggiereneemusic 😂

[@maggiereneemusic]

😍

[@charlescameron5858]

💐💐💐 It is too bad that these are not real as you deserve them. You have brought to light so many points that I would have missed listening to Lea. She is no doubt a perfectionist in her art. I can see you doing something like this in the future. BRAVO!!!! 😎

[@maggiereneemusic]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching my video until the end. I appreciate it. 😁💖💐Did you know I sang and dedicated a song to you tonight during the live? John Denver's song that you like. Didn't see you in the chats, but some else wanted it but didn't have enough money to sponsor it so I said I am doing it for you and him so he didn't feel bad. I only saw you in the chats towards the end. Anyway, missed you, hope you were doing ok tonight?

[@lakingtalavera]

Seriously you do not know who Lea Salonga is??? Where have you been?? :)