Lea Salonga Performs I Dreamed a Dream/On My Own @ Council Rock HS South Master Class

As part of a master class held on March 23, 2015 at Council Rock High School South in Holland, PA, The incomparable Lea Salonga performs a medley of I Dreamed a Dream and On My Own from Les Miserables.

[@deandregimeno7889]

Its amazing her voice hasn't changed in almost 30 years... Wow. She did Miss Saigon when she was 18, she's 46 now. I don't know how her voice retained its tonal quality... Her vocals are still as crystal-clear, elastic, and theatrical as how they were in her prime... Her diction/phrasing is still always on point... And definitely the best portrayal of Eponine, the Broadway and Disney legend, Ms. Lea Salonga.

[@pookiebear364]

Deandre Gimeno. She spends hours a day at work with her voice. Theres no other way to maintain a vocal range and strength as we age without it. After not performing for more than ten years I lost the majority of my 4 oct. Range but after working at home daily, and rehearsels in six months i got it back...and I'm 53.

[@missnarsquin7615]

Well I suppose she doesn’t yell at her husband .! :-)

[@manfromrome7710]

Actually i think she even improved..her voice back when she was younger was sweeter but is lacking in character compared to what she has now..

[@manfromrome7710]

Her vibrato now is also better..so is her power and range..

[@mramosch]

pookiebear364: Either you are ridiculously exaggerating or you are a real Bass with highly extreme Counter Tenor abilities. 4 octaves is the whole range of human voices from Bass to Soprano...

[@ryleetalunay8394]

THIS SCHOOL HAS BEEN BLESSED

[@cyrilsantos85]

Lea is all about control and perfect enunciation...she's perfect!

[@brotherjohn25]

I really liked the high school audience, they were enthusiastic at the beginning, listened intently through out Miss Lea's performance then gave a thunderous applause. So appreciative.

[@azapokful]

They dont want to miss any single second of the performance.

[@jewhyac]

The audience is a very good listener, Filipinos are not. Believe me.

[@rycenjopet6129]

Theater rules

[@ab6342]

@@jewhyac f*ck that fact HAHAHAHHAHAHAHHA

[@maraluarte6645]

I like how she transformed into Fantine when she sang I dreamed a dream... And how she was able to put up Eponine's character when the song changed to On my own... Then back again to being Fantine... She's just amazing... 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@joananieves876]

Her perfect voice doesn't need auto-tune, unlike most international singers.

[@cireyaj]

Right! Theater actors need not, unlike most mainstream singers who are very excellent in utilising auto-tune.

[@scottwesleyhawleymusicstud1029]

John Nieves I agree that Lea's voice is perfect! I'm not sure what "international singers" means... but there are many singers from all over the world that sing out of tune, and also many singers that sing very well in tune!

[@ramosity]

+Scott Wesley Hawley Music Studios I think he meant mainstream singers.

[@JR-fi1cq]

Ikr

[@28stabwounds26]

lea is classicaly-trained and by that, talent in singing is real, so for her autotune is nothing

[@muzhexclusive]

At her age, she can still kill it! Ugh. Love her!

[@brakefree6434]

It's because SHE'S Lea Salonga!

[@carlycchapman]

@@jenniemortimermusic7572 She's 48

[@charmsmanz6204]

The transition of emotions from Fantine to Eponine was so amazing! You truly one in a million, Lea!

[@younghusband70]

The pianist was lost at the start! Haha! The great Lea Salonga!

[@junsales9235]

Haha. I thought so too. There was something wrong with the music.

[@Vothtrucks]

I thought it was kinda cool.... a gracious and kind professional performer showing her qualities ...not even minding that a" no one " won the once in a lifetime privilege of doing his best for her.( These things used to happen much more often in days past.) This is how you " take what comes along " when the magic is from your voice and not autotune , background music or even orchestra . Nice to see......

[@marvelousmarvinmalco918]

but men he ended that song perfectly. listen to that coda :)

[@JKRael]

Even in that cold weather, her voice is just crystal clear! 💎✨️

[@futuricity2449]

i like how the camera shakes at 4:49 when Lea reaches those high notes hehe

[@sirinq_]

camera guy was shooketh

[@boalinda329]

Cameraman having an eargasm!

[@observerlang]

like me while mixing my coffee just now!

[@robertobutz993]

There will always be people who will like or dislike other people because if they don't, there will be no critics. And if there is no critics, either desirable or undesirable, then there is nothing to talk about. Lea Salonga is an endangered specie in the theater world, and whether the world agree with me or not, she is simply the best!

[@darthboyder]

"endangered specie" ha-ha. nice.

[@karensantos5421]

She is superb! Musically ethereal!

[@divinafalco7133]

Roberto Butz yes,I love her,she's my Idol,I saw her before when Menudo visit in Philippines

[@risaguiang8531]

Roberto Butz I totally agree with you but there is also Rachel Ann Go with a strong voice. Leah Salonga is nothing to compare to anyone, she's totally different.

[@josephineemarch]

When you don’t have to search for the song lyrics

[@Future-zx9ts]

Lea sounds unbelievable, and you can tell she is absolutely a professional in the way she was able to sound amazing despite the piano situation. Not only was the piano out of tune, but the poor pianist didn’t sound like he had accompanied people frequently because he didn’t follow her very well. But I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt, as I suspect he was star struck or nervous! I know I would be!

[@teddygirlbrown5289]

She's still in control of her voice ..! Superb...!

[@markleogante9183]

She's got an autotune on her throat! Her voice is effin clearer than my future 😂

[@AlanNJUSA]

You're f*cking hilarious!

[@souicerp1]

Hahahaj true she never goes out of tune

[@ariessangabriel820]

Accurate

[@RuNNiNGSuPLaDo]

Best comment so far!

[@andy8087]

Hahahahaha

[@labellavita12]

Hands down my favorite Eponine/Fantine.. And Kim :) Lea Salonga = perfection!

[@rommelinekaeregal5913]

Lea is definitely the best eponine of all, she can still kill the song with her age. She's aging gracefully and her voice is getting more beautiful ❤

[@aniko7125]

I grew up listening to her Eponine . My mom’s patient would watch a recording of that show every day. Pretty much saw her performance almost everyday for several years. I never got tired of it. I love her voice so much... 😭

[@YzshaLawliet]

The two songs mixed together gives so much impact lyrics wise

[@user-xs9or3iv7x]

she's incomparable. the voice is very clear as fresh water. the tunes I love. can't wait to meet her. eventhough were the same country haha.

[@gmmay70]

Your choice of metaphor is nearly as close to perfection as her voice. well done!

[@BenjaminUy]

Your school is very lucky. That woman is a gem. A rare gem. Nothing like her crystal clear voice on this planet. Pitch perfect. It's a shame that a percentage of her own countrymen thinks that belting and screaming is tantamount to good singing. They keep forgetting that a good voice, that the world adores more, is Lea's voice. Clean, crystal without unnecessarily belting and screaming.

[@jinlaurice]

My God, she's beyond perfection.

[@ricardoramos2522]

Our Very Own Lea Salonga, Pride of the Philippines. Truly Word-Class. Mabuhay!

[@Super360paulo]

+Ricardo Ramos Mabuhay!

[@chineseguywithoutcoronavir6687]

@@hiro-me7gc suntukan

[@Michael_Killey]

I love how every single world is sang with meaning. You can see her physically make sure every word is perfect and articulate and the best she can do. Leagues above other people. She’s so amazing.

[@manofwisdom2023]

That was so good I would have thrown my chair onstage.

[@krispaiton6103]

and pls make sure you'll hit the pianist. 😂

[@chrisp4170]

Eponine, Jasmine and Fantine all on stage at the same time. A true masterclass.

[@hangeulgeek]

Dazedand Confused you forgot Mulan, and Kim of Miss Saigon.

[@stormborn03]

and jasmine

[@tessgella]

I've worked with her lately. She still have the same perfect voice and.enunciation. She is our PRIDE. She also just finished a concert with Josh Groban.

[@destinyrose6101]

Wow

[@labellavita12]

yes. What a professional... She was in the wheel chair during that concert with Josh Groban and in her crutches for her concert tour in the US.

[@estilovillajr6112]

Lea Salonga, a Philippine treasure. Makes me proud to be a Filipino when she sings. There's no one better.

[@janguinto9023]

jesus is that her voice. damn. Angels voice

[@Ghrainne]

keep your religion to yourself . why would you contaminate her voice by talking about JC. Such hatred towards her fans

[@kurtxanderiel4087]

Warren Hood how was that hate😂

[@kristinejayanne]

wow! 😍 if mermaids are real, she must be one of them. 😍😍😍 i'm hooked.

[@ImpactGameStation]

there will be - Chloe Grace Moretz ;)

[@RayFliesAway]

And I'm sure will follow her back into the ocean😍

[@ferdzlamack5086]

Actually she's the voice of "Little Mermaid princess Ariel" when princess Ariel samg the song part of your word. That is why, Lea Salonga has been dubbed as Disney Princess.

[@anryq.montano544]

@Fernando Lamaclamac Nope. She was the singing voice for only Jasmine, A whole new world, and Mulan, Reflection.

[@archietrinidad2663]

Jodi Benson was the singing voice of ariel and Meg Ryan was the speaking voice.. However lea was the singing voice for mulan and jasmine... Speaking voice was Ming na-wen and Linda larkin respectively.. And for the sequels of alladin it was Liz Callaway singing voice of jasmine and anastasia

[@kp4692]

THIS WOMAN HAS ALWAYS BEEN, ALWAYS WILL BE, AND IS ALWAYS IN GENERAL, A FREAKING GODDESS!!!

[@karlbeilstein8774]

when she sings, the words mean something. It is not just a song, but reality!!!

[@keime5241]

You guys are lucky. I'm a Filipino but haven't seen Lea my entire life 😭😭

[@FletchHC]

Flawless!! And, that's live!

[@songsdontcare]

everytime i hear this song, it makes me cry... Leah's voice is so gentle and soothing... :-)

[@cee61379]

I agree with everyone..this is perfection! I feel like I'm hearing this live, like I'm seated with the audience there..I so love Lea Salonga along with the rest of the world! :)

[@sobetterwithyou]

It's like her voice is tailored for masterpieces and Disney songs. Just saw her cover of Little Mermaid's "Part of Your World" with Seth Rudetsky. And it was bomb. Wow.

[@ynxotiras6340]

She shows so much professionalism and high form of Art and Music. Thanks Lea Salonga for lifting every Filipino's heart.

[@neliasc]

She is a top calibre Filipina singer... she's one of a kind Outstanding Filipina Singer and known all over the world, that no one can take her place here in Philippines...We are proud of you MS Lea.

[@sistersandcouz5512]

Her voice and her facial expressions are the best❤️

[@trb7153]

The. Best. Female. Voice. On. The. PLANET.

[@grahamwilliams3288]

lEA SALONGA WAS WONDERFUL AND ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT AT THE 25 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CONCERT AT LONDON'S THEATRE. pEFORMANCE....AS WAS THE ENTIRE CAST.

[@purdudan]

How did you guys get Lea Salonga to perform in your high school?

[@andrewnaral8792]

connections

[@ritaluzjimeno6150]

andrew naral good answer.

[@krizzarivas]

andrew naral I read that in a very slang manner.

[@corey_axler]

Miko Wu Actually we contacted her manager and negotiated a contract. We were fortunate also to have our calendars work together for the event. It was an amazing experience to have her come to our school!!

[@labellavita12]

Corey Axler You guys were all lucky to have her visit your school and fortunate that her schedule opened up. I mean she doesn't even have time to rest.. Just like now, she's doing "The voice" and will open allegiance on broadway this fall..

[@grahamwilliams3288]

34 "Dislikes" ? Deaf and Blind as well as DUMB. She is absolutely BRILLIANT.

[@kidtubersesguerra2695]

"But there are a dreams that can not be" you hit me reall hard there Lea😭

[@jeggernautic_]

How can she not be in my school all these years??!!! I’m from Julliard for christ sake! 😩

[@wickedwitchofwestend8405]

The impact you caused in my life is greater than THE Big Bang theory. You helped me to view life in a new and awesome perspective! In short, thanks for always keeping me INSPIRED! ;')

[@syahnazmi29]

I know Phillipines is the factory of powerhouse vocalists, but for me Lea Salonga is the most superior and forever my favorite.

[@mimosakhoo]

Her voice is like magic. She is born to be broadway singer.

[@faithanne06]

Omg so lucky to have her!!!!!!!!!

[@fishywishydishywoo]

how lucky is this HS to have such a living legend do a master class for them!

[@libre_flix]

She is really a great singer. No echo, no autotune, but she still sounds great!

[@koriyumetakumiminasuzawata4644]

I really like her voice and how she pronounce every words are so very clear which makes her more great 😍😍😍

[@AngelDommeX]

When she open her mouth and she sing you will awe and feel the lyrics of the song and give you chills...Love her.

[@poshcat2833]

Absolute voice perfection! The clarity and range is mind blowing. She will forever be a pivotal part of broadway and theater, a true thespian indeed.

[@lhezlalic6615]

goosebumps! amazing lea!

[@edgarborda2748]

I love Lea Salonga and her songs which brings me back at the time when I was watching the movie with my two young daughters that got me emotional. Watching from Illinois USA: 05-26-2021.

[@lilivicordero8077]

I cannot wait to see her in Concert in Chicago!What a talent. So proud!!

[@dhruboahmed7602]

On My Own is my favorite. Love Lea.

[@manofwisdom2023]

The best. Pure class. Greatness. Legend. WoW. Better than anything I've heard... way betttteeerrr

[@lardgreat1056]

Wow! Very classy and timeless . Thank you so much for uploading this video .

[@juliewilliams9123]

I started watching her sing on television in the Philippines when she was just a little girl. Her voice is as perfect as ever.... She's one of the best.

[@SofiasHaven]

PERFECTION!

[@grahamwilliams3288]

lES MISERABLES is, and continues to be the Greatest Musical and Story EVER. I have read Victor Hugo's Book,seen a number of dramatic versions on TV,Seen the Stage Show and the Musical Version and watched Videos so many times....i will NEVER tire of watching and listening to this MASTERPIECE of Literature and Theatre.

[@acuison1]

It cannot get anymore live than this.

[@bellemartinez6640]

Goosebumps! So beautiful!

[@flifestyle2118]

WOW! ♡♡♡😍 Those students are so lucky to watch her live. 😍 I'm so happy the school did this for them. ❤

[@val9109]

She's my life and soul, for a voice like hers, I'd give my life... Her vibrato I'm cryinggg

[@SmellMyKnee]

Thanks for sharing!

[@GeronimoTCanlas]

My most favourite Filipina singer! With class, charm, and awesome talent.

[@kathrine8300]

This never gets old. ❣️

[@allanibasco20]

thank you for sharing her visit to your school.....

[@anaibarbia4732]

Perfect!!! We are very proud of you Ms.Leah

[@evee5792]

She's amazing. Queen Lea 👑

[@jiraniku6550]

every once in a while i'd binge watch on lea's videos. This is a favorite.

[@lilykam5605]

The incomparable Lea giving back and sharing her special talent with the kids!

[@janeybei]

Still gives me goose bumps whenever she performs these 2 songs!

[@mkehat1]

what a great vibrato, I literally get goosebumps

[@julielalo3432]

I can relate to the song and I love it much because it's really awesome :) and I love Lea Salonga forever :))

[@fletcherhc653]

Excellent guest! Thank you for sharing!

[@shffer3590]

I always cry when she sings, she pierces my heart and soul that much. I definitely look up to her

[@DragonNestMP]

Perfect as always ❤️💕

[@katrinagayle9115]

Always rewatching this and still at awe everytime. Now this video is nearing 1M views. THE Lea Salonga.

[@sweetfriend3572]

Crystal voice 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@dionisiodamole9764]

miss lea salonga is the finest singer in the philippines. t'was my opinion

[@aaronbueno1653]

Excuse me Manny pacquiao is the greatest

[@tka.m]

@@aaronbueno1653 how can you compare Lea to Manny? Lmao. They're obviously on different fields. Singing and Boxing. Lol

[@aaronbueno1653]

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[@aaronbueno1653]

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[@tristantupaz]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!! Her voice is totally angelic. I love her!!!!! Amazing..

[@mayaberaquit3650]

ooooh that shift from Fantine to Eponine...simply the best vocals on this planet

[@joffrey.ph_]

I have always been a fan of you Miss Leah! 😍😍🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@jyb7175]

She always tells story when she sang...one of the greatest of all timesxx

[@kimcan9942]

goosebumps... wheew..

[@darrylcombe2469]

Her voice...perfection.

[@honeymoonavenue1261]

Thanks so much for uploading!!!!!!! ^_^

[@garyangangan4267]

Lea truly your the best amongst the rest proud filipino !!!! Thanks God for giving us someone like you...luv you lea...

[@reignheart2908]

How I wish I can sing like her...She has a very beautiful and lovely voice❤

[@MarrysKreativWerkstatt]

This will never get old 🌸💕

[@stijnvanbrakel23]

My god, she is just amazing!

[@chrisvelasco4519]

Superb performance Ms. Leah Salonga❤. Mabuhay from the Philippines

[@kanna7013]

The way she gets absorb to the song

[@marvelousgay]

The drama in the face while singing... The story in her voice so amazing..

[@queensjef1429]

Lea Salonga is PERFECTION personified, literally and figuratively! Goodness😘