'Bring Him Home' Alfie Boe ft. Claude-Michel Schönberg | Les Misérables

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Alfie Boe performs a powerful rendition of Bring Him Home from the musical, Les Misérables, accompanied by its composer Claude-Michel Schönberg on the piano.
Who is the best Jean Valjean? Let us know in the comments!
From Alfie Boe: Bring Him Home Tour - Filmed live at the Royal Festival Hall in London, during Alfie Boe's sell out tour; the star of Les Miserables and the much loved tenor showcases his mesmerizing and outstanding voice in his very own show Bring Him Home. With an impressively diverse collection of tracks including the impassioned "Maria" from West Side Story, Ewan MacColl's heartfelt "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face", a truly breathtaking rendition of "Bring Him Home" from Les Miserables and an emotional performance of Martina McBride's 'In My Daughters Eyes'. Plus, Alfie performs a wonderful medley of James Bond theme tunes, and uniquely inspired renditions of tunes from Moulin Rouge, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and much more. Alfie is also joined on stage for some unique performances by his very special guests, including Matt Lucas, Melanie C, Tom Fletcher from McFly, Claude-Michel Schonberg and Shakira Riddell-Morales. The peoples favorite tenor, delights with a truly magical performance.
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[@TheShowsMustGoOn]

Who is the best Jean Valjean in your opinion?

[@patience5277]

Alfie Boe for his performance in 'Bring Him Home' without a doubt! 💕💕💕

[@Carissimus]

Alfie!

[@lizferreira7617]

Ramin Karimloo definetely!! Close second is Colm Wilkinson.

[@numbernine5894]

Ramin Karimloo 🌹 :)

[@MsShadowGirl23]

Ramin Karimloo

[@em-ily1227]

Apparently Alfie auditioned for JVJ for the movie literally right before Hugh Jackman...they must’ve only wanted star power because how did they not cast him?! He’s phenomenal!

[@c0ronariu5]

Wtf

[@brianappleby5112]

Absolutely agree, the movie was a real spectacle but I was disappointed with the quality of the singing JVJ and Javert particularly.

[@______-bp1ml]

They just wanted people with name and that sucks. I am sorry but i dont think hugh was right for the role at all. He cannot sing as well as alfie can for example.

[@Dracoriax]

@@______-bp1ml I don't think many can. However, Jackman is a far better actor and his rugged baritone interpretation I find endearing. I will say Boe is objectively a better singer though. Crowe was a crock of shite though. There are plenty of decent drama school alumni that are decent actors with better bari/bass voices.

[@johnread7404]

Russel Crowe ruined the film for me.

[@amaeliss7827]

Alfie Boe really is my favourite Valjean

[@andy_bomb4639]

Yeah Colm Wilkonsin be damned

[@davamort3096]

Me too

[@jamesodonnell1239]

Mama mia

[@ginnyleow2820]

yes

[@kitsune630]

Him and Colm Wilkinson are the best interpretations of Valjean ive seen

[@patriciabilinkas3911]

I met Alfie after he gave his first concert in NYC. He came out to speak with people as they were leaving, which I did. Then I rushed back because I had forgotten my glasses, and he helped me find them. He’s an endearing, shy and massively talented man.

[@swampholler]

That's so good to know! I've been backstage for a few that had fake reputations.

[@dianegarciaprieto2118]

Love him,great voice and such a a nice person. Very witty is Mr Boe💯❤❤

[@peggybeckwith3479]

Colm Wilkerson.

[@lindaphillips1157]

Absolute perfection. Missing my 18 year old grandson serving a 2 year mission in the mountainous jungles of central America. He is struggling. God above, protect my boy.❤

[@bethwebster4272]

prayers for him Linda xx

[@benhume2874]

This is the classically trained voice I have repetitively come in awe and tears and awe. Mr BOE. I give you my greatest thanks and deepest admiration. You have brought me home, many times.

[@suescott3321]

Bravo

[@Joshuabrunton4681]

My maiden name is Hume. Hope is well with your family. Alfie Boe is amazing and also touches personal moments

[@carolalba8578]

Magnificent! Thank you!

[@davidbellis3033]

His dad was also a fantastic singer. I taught him to canoe & went out with his sister

[@marksnschwartz7190]

If you have never experienced Alfie Boe live, I have to say you must make the effort if you can. He is a presence - a true force of nature, with a level of energy that is truly astonishing. There are waves of humor that leave you rolling in the aisles. Then...as you settle in to listen, his voice grabs you by the throat and leaves you gasping for breath. He is that good. I saw him with the Phoenix Symphony and the musicians of the orchestra were in tears right along with the audience!

[@pamelaboyd1384]

Lucky you........

[@michaelkerr4953]

My last memory with my late auntie heather. Was seeing alfae boe live at caird hall . Met him afterwards hes so humble and a gentleman. Meeting a legend and saying goodbye to another one

[@bevriches5322]

Fortunate to see him, out of this world ❤

[@laurenb364]

SO REAL; saw him in les miz on broadway for my birthday when i was 9 on his final weekend and my god he was incredible and the sweetest person ever, truly an unforgettable experience

[@margaret4870]

It’s that beautiful voice for me

[@user-sr2er6do4u]

I don,t think anyone can touch him in that roll. Excellant voice.

[@EmoEmu]

It's just how he roles.

[@robertchristin3370]

This man is a treasure.

[@m2cscream]

There's a story that when when Colm first sang this song, someone said that this was proof that the musical was about God. The response was "Yea, but you didn't tell me you got God to sing it." Well, if Colm is God, then this man is Jesus. Such power, my favorite Jean ValJean.

[@bobbiedingman1314]

Magnificent

[@annebalderston2520]

Jesus is God too. John1:1-5

[@TerryEbertMendozza]

After watching the movie Les Mis, I wanted to show my husband what Valjean was actually supposed to sound like, and I came across this stunning performance by Alfie Boe. Thank you for making me cry; beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!

[@helenmclean1413]

I’ve seen Les Miserables three times. So soon as we are past this Covid pandemic, it’s the first performance, I shall book and, no doubt, I shall cry once more.

[@davidholmgren8156]

Alfie Boe is a fantastic talent but how incredible is it to see Claude Michel Schönberg, who wrote such a fantastic musical, on the piano

[@darlenelipuma7769]

How do you tell someone that their voice, their gift, their song, brings one to tears from the beauty of it? Such a gift. Absolutely beautiful.

[@strongfoster]

The older he gets the richer his tone . Beautiful

[@eileenstokes521]

Nobody sings Bring him Home like Alfie, Nobody. Thank you Alfie.❤

[@janisameduri2212]

Bless you Alfie, you are such a beautiful soul. 💞

[@JustJay1313]

I beg to differ. While he has an amazing talent and voice, Colm Wilkinson is by far the best JVJ. He's the Sean Connery of Broadway.

[@user-tm7mi9fz9z]

He's such a talented singer. Gets better with age. My favourite Valjan. Seen him many times over, the best

[@music_lover9049]

I HAD GOOSEBUMPS THROUGH THIS

[@valeriealbrecht679]

Alfie's eyes are so expressive. When he sings this, it always seems he is near tears.

[@janisameduri2212]

Alfie is magnificent!

[@normastoltz4339]

I think so, too.

[@user-ce4kn9rp2w]

❤ love the song love the singer

[@michelebenedosso3899]

I heard this song in concert when my son was serving our country in Iraq… the song grabbed be by the throat and wouldn’t let go; I couldn’t breathe. I look over at my husband, and he had the same reaction. What a beautiful emotional song, perfectly done here. ❤

[@patb9463]

Reading your story moved me ad much as this beautiful song…. I trust he made it home safely to his parents loving arms!

[@76trombones419]

Literally the best vocalist of this song I've ever heard

[@robashton5254]

Here here!

[@debbiesmith1967]

I could not agree more! The first time I heard Alfie Boe sing: "Bring Him Home", I could not stop crying! As a trained vocalist it takes extrodinary talent to bring me to tears. Mr. Boe is that extrodinary talent!

[@lou5501]

Oh, my God - I'd never heard this gentleman till tonight...........unbelievably brilliant.

[@marieogara1036]

Beautiful, so much emotion. Ukraine fathers and mothers, crying out for their children -- just to live. Let them live.

[@christinawatson2166]

Alfie boes song 'bring him home' I chose that for my dear husbands funeral song, hair tingling, magnificent, brilliant artist

[@interestinginfo6765]

What a beautiful gift you gave your beloved father. Everyone should have such a blessed transition. Hugs to you on the loss of your father.

[@peterhutchins9246]

One of the greatest show songs of all time, from the greatest stage musical of the 20th century.

[@PatchaChel]

What a voice. Makes me feel like crying. Such emotion. ❤️

[@KC-fl1ek]

I cry everytime I listen to it😭

[@shirleyhare6177]

I did cry, it’s was so beautiful!

[@christinemarrison3811]

Brings tears every time , was played at my lovely son in law funeral , he cried when he saw the production in London.

[@nickevershedmusic8927]

I know, I was suprised how good he was actually, I sing with tons of emotion too, sometimes too much

[@JacquelineSoucy-kw4sk]

There are no words to describe Alfie's beautiful voice and delivery. Tears flow every time I have watched him sing this masterpiece. Absolutely sublime!❤❤❤❤

[@donnadaisy333]

May I add what comes to my mind when I hear this song - every single time. My brother, Edward, was in auto accident which ended his young life. I - always - think of my poor mother when she first learned about her son. They both are in Heaven now together. This brings me peace. I hope they both are in peace as well. 🙏❤️ 😢

[@1SirCrypt]

I actually got the chance to see him on Broadway. His version of Bring Him Home was still the longest applause afterwards compared to any other show 've been too

[@saralucas1]

His voice is stunning.. I GET chill bumps..every time I I hear this song..anyone who has ever lost a loved one in war reacts to the bottom of their heart to the words

[@telepheasa1]

What a voice! So powerful, yet tender and vulnerable, and full of emotion! This song always sounds like a prayer, and his facial expression and especially eyes are so expressive that they make me cry. I can feel him vibrate like a musical instrument as he sings this like an angel!

[@vickiemeisinger9632]

To this day, your song is my absolute favorite. My son used to travel across the United States for 20 years and during that time, many times I never knew if he was safe, as he worked on high tower and buildings doing dangerous welds, etc...And I would not hear from him sometimes for close to a year. The first time I heard your song, I cried like a baby, and then I found comfort in it there after. Thank you so much for this beautiful song!

[@marshnn]

What a wonderful voice thank you through tears

[@Martin-id4xp]

Beautiful 💗

[@harrybroadbent5209]

This song, and the way Alfie performs it is simply magical. Thank you music x

[@ritadavis4980]

Alfie Boe IS Les Miserables. I love watching and listening to him. Over and over and over.

[@josemiguelgonzales3551]

I think we all agree that this is the highlight of the concert! +R.I.P Herbert Kretzmer🙏+

[@Jen999]

This mans voice is absolutely beautiful.. filled with emotion and passion.. also he fits the part perfectly.. Les Miserables is my favorite show.. Alfie is absolutely perfect for Jean Val Jean.. and he held that last note so long and so perfectly.. bravo to infinity power Alfie!! 💙🙏💙

[@alastairjinks6966]

Only way you should sing , dance, act is with emotion and passion surely,. Yes getting last note right is amazing

[@Jen999]

Thank you for replying...really appreciate it. A music critic I am not.. a lover of good music I am.. and this man's beautiful voice and impassioned performance touched my heart and warmed my soul.. Alfie would be magnificent in this role..so beautiful to hear he is! Again I thank you! 💙❣💙

[@rhianevans7189]

This guy gives me chills every time he sings x

[@johanagan3696]

My mum had this played at her funeral, I was the last in line, and not a son,...oh I could cry......

[@joanl5600]

I had purchased Bring Him Home by Colm Wilkinson long ago . There is NOBODY who sings thus song like Boe. I cry when I listen to this song! WHAT TALENT!!!!!!!! I am in love!❤

[@marythomson6951]

I love his backstory of the role of music in his family, his early jobs of auto finishing, suggestion to try out for a regional music opportunity, finally got to London for training but slept on a park bench when he ran out of music, etc., etc. Excellent talent from a blue collar family.

[@cathdodd5072]

Of course Alfie's voice is magnificent. Who's talking about those eyes though? All the emotion...

[@Ena677]

My all-time favorite. This version brought tears in my eyes and goosebumps all over my body. Thank for this 🙏❤️

[@phcusnret]

Beautiful tenor. Having the composer as a collaborative pianist doesn't hurt either.

[@Kater0330]

I was privileged to see Mr. Boe perform in Les Mis and to this day he is the best Valjean I have seen in the 10 or so time I have seen the show.

[@danielbassani4607]

Alfie Boe always brings me to tears and deep emotion with his performance... Thank you very much, Alfie 👏👏🎼

[@dianeddiand6073]

The most beautiful voice❤❤

[@simonnoble7589]

THIS is my all time favorite .... Such power and emotion . You give so many of us joy and love .... Alfie big love to you x

[@davidpendergrass6376]

To say that he is incredible is an understatement.

[@christinawatson2862]

This was the song I chose for my husband's funeral five years ago , so emotional to this day

[@koukigto85]

In person is the only way to truly appreciate his performance. I got to see him in NYC, and when he came, every other performer stepped up their A game, best performance ever. Saw people's heads jolt back when he opened up and a large man who sat besides me who sat there mostly unmoved started crying.

[@ax7241]

The first ever time I heard this being sung, the opening immediately got me and I immediately thought of my brother in law out in Afghanistan at the time. Recently at a concert a singer started singing this and again it got to me as I thought about the first time I had heard it and the worry that I felt at this time. I then told my wife why I was getting emotional as I had never told anyone before. Truly brillant voice.

[@kimfield1899]

A perfect voice that I could listen to over and over

[@grjlynch]

How ever many times i listin to this , it always has the same effect, a tear in my eye. And Alfie’s rendition is the best.

[@pointofnoreturn3103]

Wow! He IS classically trained. He understands very clearly how much more support you need to sing a high note pianissimo, than to sing it loudly! And, the amount of buzz he has when he goes for it! He honestly reminds me of Mario Lanza! To put it in soprano terms, he has Caballe's high pianissimo AND Callas's squillo! Bravo, sir! An absolute pleasure to listen to you!

[@Ignasimp]

He has no squillo nor depth. He sounds nothing like Lanza. He sounds like Bruce Ford.

[@pointofnoreturn3103]

@@Ignasimp Hmmm. Well, I suppose everyone hears things differently. To me, I hear more of a lyric tenor in Bruce Ford. Hmmm. Perhaps Alfie Boe is a potential future spinto tenor, and that is what I am responding to. I don't know...

[@Ignasimp]

@@pointofnoreturn3103 i'm not talking about voice type, I'm talking about technique. Are you saying Alfie sounds like a spinto tenor to you?

[@pointofnoreturn3103]

@@Ignasimp I suppose it would be a question of how much weight he has to his tone, as well as overall size. In truth, I'm not a guru of determining facher. To be totally honest, I haven't determined my own fach. The only thing I can tell you is that coloratura agility has come FAR easier than legato! In the end, I am a Susan kind of soprano! Lol!

[@Ignasimp]

@@pointofnoreturn3103 My whole point though is that he has no real chestvoice. He sings with fake clarity and sounds like modern tenors (and that is not a good thing). Real classical singing sounds nothing like this.

[@julielee3532]

This man singing this song...Alfie Boe will always be my favorite Val Jean.

[@LionelBrunet]

That is such a beautiful voice.

[@carlhamilton8531]

I never realised how good Alfie Boe is.

[@robashton5254]

Glad to see you realise now. He is tremendous

[@sandragrant6907]

Oh my God, a blessed voice!

[@erlingsalvesen6470]

An outstanding example of live theatre, and why we need it back in our lives! 2020 the year of no live entertainment, very sad! Bring it Back Home!

[@ndog2005]

Agreed, Thank You..

[@yesclosetotheedgewhite5131]

OMG no one sings tnis like Alfie Boe, so emotional. WOW!

[@filidolphini]

i love this man’s voice fr.

[@cathycunningham9746]

Can't stop crying what a voice amazing

[@annenunney9907]

Me to

[@gerryjohnson2252]

Nice to hear a true dramatic style tenor able to bring all the richness of his classical training to the music AND nail the dramatic interpretation, too.

[@christinebrennan4484]

Alfie brings the house down every time he sings!

[@gailwilliams2678]

Gorgeous voice, and such emotion!

[@pamelavarilone2614]

Alfie Boe, unmatched tonal quality.

[@taexali2774]

There’s a lot more to Fleetwood than Fisherman’ Friends -Alfie is a perfect example of this!

[@codswallop321]

I was about to reply "but they're from Cornwall" but looked it up before saying something stupid.

[@vjcarter4657]

He nails those vowels….amazing.

[@janettesiman9333]

I absolutely agree ..he is amazing what a gifted vocalist...

[@mop714]

What a Voice, and talent, one of the best Tenors the UK has!

[@annemcleod4216]

He was first in the queue when God gave out beautiful voices....heavenly x

[@jasonruffy73]

Love Les Mis...could never afford a ticket. Although for many outsiders they live this story every day...there is always the CD. Thanks Mr Cameron and Co for a great show...any chance of a sequel!!

[@lindac5273]

Beautiful !

[@incaroots]

An artist as Mr Boe makes every song as part of himself. I listen and listen and it is like being lifted into other dimension. From Peru

[@scorpio16191]

Five years ago in London I could attend the show. Life was nice then. ...

[@primalreality9017]

He sings this so beautifully

[@catherinezooski7138]

Could a man sing this without passion...impossible and this rendition shows how that emotion can be expressed so beautifully...just look at those tears in his eyes....

[@daviddrazenovich2305]

Stunning.

[@christiecall09]

He’s so amazing! Brought me to full on tears!

[@verdibee6954]

What a magnificent voice singing one of the most iconic songs from Les Misreables, just beautiful

[@Cristinatmg]

Never tire of Les Miserables!!.. Thank you!!

[@maryyueil]

Magnificent voice, he owns this piece.

[@Aziz42807]

He’s almost as good as Colm Wilkinson, and that’s really saying something! Incredible!

[@kittykat8ification]

I agree but not as good as colm or ramin

[@shotarolee5021]

Hes better than colm to be honest

[@naastyaaaaaaaaa]

Everyone's amazing, guys)) We all just have our favorites.❤️)

[@teri6667]

Colm Wilkinson has aged out of this song, but he's still got some swagger! Fun fact - I got to see him (of course the original Jean Valjean) play The Phantom in Phantom of the Opera, I believe it was the first time I had seen that show. As of now, I've seen Les Mis 7 times and Phantom 6 times.

[@awindow4658]

@@teri6667 i want the confidence of a person calling their theatre history a fun fact

[@kathleenpietka589]

Alfie Boe tops the list.every time!

[@claunspach]

Thank you for sharing this and making my Sunday perfect! 🎼❤️

[@alfieboe4641]

Hello thank for your love and support I hope you stay safe at there ❤️

[@shirleyhare6177]

Once again, a magnificent voice!!! Tears!! Xx Australia 🇦🇺

[@mariacolon5932]

What an amazing performance ALFIE BOE . When I hear him sing I fall in love with his voice all over again here it is a year later and I'm looking through all my recordings and I find him and again here I'll go and fall in love with that voice what a beautiful tenant boys he has makes me miss watching Les miserub the play my DVD player is not working so I have to get a new one but I forgot how beautiful that voice is so I'm going to definitely get a new one

[@rosemaryf.winfield3402]

The voice on an archangel. Glorious! Bravo!

[@persesrathert8324]

His voice is incredible.

[@amkenwrick9187]

Alfie Boe for me the definitive Jean Valjean. Shivers down the spine, tears to the eyes.

[@Josie0703]

I have never heard of this person. I was searching for the song. When I heard his voice, I turned up the volume. Very moving. He touched my heart. Thank you. You have made this your own. Beautiful. 🙏🏻

[@susanoconnor2696]

Absolutely love this song had it played at my dad's funeral and I still cry when I listen to it💙💙💙

[@vickiemeisinger9632]

You have such an Incredible Voice...Amazing range in your voice as well! The emotion that you bring to all of us through your voice and talent is very rare, and So Impressive! Thank you to share your gift with all of us!

[@nagwagi2000]

I ALWAYS come home to Alfie Boe's rendition of this song - I don't care what anyone else says about the originator of the role - Alfie Boe IS the voice of Jean Valjean for me.

[@meganisabella14]

omgggggggggg 😱(im acting like ive never heard his voice before) he has the best voice in the world 🎶

[@juliehartle2222]

Just one thing too say best ever song I cry every time x💖

[@givepeaceachancesabineklin5837]

So beautiful. So powerful. So sad. It brought me to tears.

[@halfirish8056]

Even his speaking voice is beautiful.

[@humnaset]

I've heard about Les Miserables since I don't know when, also love the song I Dreamed a Dream, but have never watched the play/movie in full. I've tried to watch the movie, but can't stand the singing so I only manage to watch around 20 minutes or so. But last year I watched the 25th anniversary concert with Alfie Boe as Jean Valjean and I was blown away by the story, the songs, the singing, the emotion. I shed tears countless times...

[@aidameraz4983]

Beautiful song,awesome performance and very handsome man 🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫😁😊

[@marciadelgado895]

He is wonderful! I love this song and this artist!

[@amaliahernandez8276]

Carrillo Emilio Carrillo

[@tomk3620]

Dear GOD...What a voice! PHENOMENAL!

[@Christopherhlee]

His voice!