Artist: Lea Salonga Song: Don't Cry for Me Argentina Album: Broadway Concert DVD Year: 2002 From: Evita Broadway Musical Other Info: Concert was held at The Philippine International Convention Center
what i like about lea salonga is that when she sings the words are very clear. you can actually write the lyrics just by listening to it without confusion. not all singers can sing with this clarity.
Thats just the problem if you notice. Well for a fact that i am also a fan of her but she tends to be overbearing with her accents and/or diction most of the time thus makes you the audience focuses on that rather than her singing. Its like when performing shes more counting on her having that perpect pitch- pronounciation rather than her perfect pitch singing. To visualize it a simpler ways just look at how she does interviews and the like. It doesnt fall far from there - she talks as if the same way singing and you can hardly differentiate. I think lea is better for theatrical than in solo renditions. Anyway thats just my opinion and you cannot shoot me dead for that as you may your own.
Reminds me of an old Filipino girlfriends older sister, she would put so much effort into pronouncement, I always thought that was odd but it’s fun to watch lea’s mouth making the sounds, her smile and lips are perfectly placed for best pronouncing
🇵🇭👊Not to forget, Ms Lea Salonga is one of the best products of the best First Lady the Philipiinse ever had, Mdme. Imelda Marcos' Cultural and Arts program. So proud of you Ms Salonga! Patuloy akong sumusubaybay at humahanga.
@@mariebueno3950Are you kidding me. Imelda marcos, the abusive, stealing and social climber wife of one of the despotic and corrupt dictators of the world. Product?! Who says so. The money that imelda spent was all from the purse of the Philippines. She is convicted and yet she is free! Or course, her son is the president.
This is the voice I've been looking for to sing this beautiful classic song. I used to play cello in Broadway shows in Seattle and some of the finest voices in the world came through in the shows. They were voices with high drama, beautiful tone and a wide variety of expression. Lea Salonga has all of that. She is a brilliant musician.
@@cellosong What was your overall impression of Fifth Ave. productions? We had season tickets there for number of years. I found the quality of casts rather sporadic. Last show I saw there was Man of LaMancha. I had seen the 1960s production with Richard Kiley. It still brings a lump to my throat when I remember it. Just an incredible piece of art. As you can imagine, I was very hyped to see it on stage again. From reviews I could tell it was not to be the classic adaptation of 50 years ago, but had a more modern take. From all said about it, I thought it would be interesting and showcase the actors well. There wasn’t a dependence on scenery in the original. Pretty bare bones. The voices were fantastic, the direction incredible. I invited a friend to go with me and make it a girls’ night out. The leads were awful. Don Quixote couldn’t hit a note if his life depended on it and Dulcinea made fingernails on a blackboard preferable. This performance summed it up for me. For paying top theater dollar in Seattle because I like good seats and have hit or miss productions made my decision to avoid the Fifth. Locally it always gets good reviews. What was your experience like there? Am I judging it too harshly? I realize they do a lot of “Let’s see how it plays in Seattle” new shows. When I see something that took home Tony after Tony in the past, I do want to be wowed though. Should I give them another go at it? Being a life long Democrat, I am a follower of the idea that if I see a problem, I should throw money at it. The arts need funding. Should I take the bad with the good, pay my money and take my seat, knowin by doing so, I am a matron of the arts? I think I am answering my own question. Give me your thoughts Pamela.
@@marymunro1142 I don't know what to say. It sounds like your assessment is pretty informed. I played shows back in the late 1970s and early 1980s - a different era. We had big name talent in the leads and an intact culture of Broadway show talent (actors, dancers and singers) in all positions. The on-stage talent and pit orchestra talent was consistently exemplary then.
Having listened to Elaine Paige, Patti Lupone, and watching Madonna in Elvira, among others, sing this beautiful song, this is, by far, the most impressive performance of Don’t Cry for Me Argentina.
When lea sings a song - she inevitably blows any other performance away. She has range, control, and power all at once - and the most clean beautiful delivery
The thing about Lea is that she is a very intelligent musician. She did not learn this craft by copying or mimicking, she learned it by studying it - the HARD way. She has been performing since she was a little kid and she has never stopped learning. That should always be case. Never stop being better than your former self, even if your former self is already very good.
***** Apples and oranges. BTW Musician - a person who plays a musical instrument, especially as a profession, or is musically talented. Also, according to Webster: a person who writes, sings, or plays music. Where did you find your very restrictive definition of the word "Musician"? Or were you just guessing or basing your entire comment on your prejudices?
+joey anthony your comment made me laughing out loud.. First define " musician" and come back here to retract your ignorant comment.. Let me define it for you to avoid any troubles on your part.. MUSICIAN is a person who makes music as a profession .. It did not say a person who is skilled in any musical instruments .. And I don't need to state the obvious that Lea is an accomplished musician a singer in every sense of the word..
+joey anthony stop embarrassing yourself Lmaoo.. You wouldn't even admit it even if the truth is staring in front of you.. That's how daft you are.. Musician is a person who performs music. And lea's instrument is her vocal.. Why don't you check her Wikipedia .. And furthermore a person who writes music is also a musician go google it you ignorant fool..
Only a good musician can tell who among these performers sang it right, but for me this is the best. Perfect pronunciation, perfect delivery for this kind of song and perfect facial expression. From mexico with love.
She is talent, beauty and brains. Did you know she was the Valedictorian in her HS class? She went to a University in the Philippines after HS to be a Doctor but left when she got the role in Miss Saigon... I don't think she ever look back :) God has another plan for her :) "
In two days it will be one year since the casket with the most beautiful woman I ever knew was lowered into the earth in a small cemetery in Montana. My Karen, this could have been written for you. And I have loved you all of my life, every since that first kiss on our second date. July 12, 1968. I miss you so.
Oh! Mr. Lawrence I can't imagine your lose. I know you loved her dearly and it's hurt, hold on you will get power beyond normal to go through the darkest hours of your life. Almighty wil provide you with that. Life is a plattform to love and be loved. You were lucky to be loved by your dear spouce. You must think that you had the privilage to be with her here on earth and cherish that memory.
I have to admit that i thought Madonna version of this song was the best, but now i have to say that Lea Salonga cover of the song is by far the best, and most inspirational
There are places in this world where you can go in this life that are untouchable , the perfection of Lea's voice can take you there !! Thank God for voices like this !
Every Filipino in all corners of the world is very proud of you. Thank you very much for always giving us a reason to be proud of despite the many poverty and hardship most Filipinos suffer from. Mabuhay ka Miss Lea Salonga!
I never liked Madonnas version, this is my number 2, my number one is Karen Carpenter but this is just a question of personal taste, Karens voice is just an important part of the "soundtrack of my life"
The clarity in her voice, facial expressions and gestures, control and restraint, pitch perfection, even the intentional loud breathing to emphasize emotions, this is just perfection. From start to finish, all notes were intionally placed as is and perfectly executed. Just WOW! I've watched this many many times already along with versions from other artists but no question, this is the best version of this song by far.
Rich very nice comment, and a fantastic singer, absolutely terrific, but karen carpenter owens this song, hands down. no other female singer has the voice that karen had. she sang with so much feeling and emotion.not taking aything away from lea, believe me. when you heard karens voice, you knew immediatly who was singing, her voice was hautingly beautiful. all the best, Louie Vaccaro tenor, las vegas.
@@louisvaccaro5865 - I agree that no other person alive or dead has Karen Carpenter's voice but there are plenty of great versions of this song. Some are quite simply amazing. Please listen to Julie Covington's original and also Andre Rieu's singer whose name i cannot remember at the moment. You will enjoy them if you keep an open mind. I am a huge fan of Karen Carpenter and has been since the 80's and so have great respect for her version.
I saw Lea Salonga in "Miss Saigon" on Broadway years ago... awesome. Never heard her sing this before, but I think that she may have surpassed the performancews of Patti Lupone and Elaine Page... amazing!!!!!!! I was a fan of Lea before, but now I'm in love !!!!!!!!!!! Professor Dean Champion
Clearest singing voice I have EVER heard. And her mannerisms and intonation are never overdone. Lets the music come through instead of embellishing it with vocal “virtuosity.”
A superb presentation and no Slurring of lyrics! A joy to listen to again and again! Ms salon ga is blessed with a spectacular voice and ability to make her song wrap the listeners in joyous song!
I never really was a "Leah Salonga" fan. But lately I have seen these performances and the reunion for "A whole new world". Jesus Christ she really can sing.
+Jess Montes ...she's been singing since she was 6, no way her career will last this long if she can't sing...having said that, good that you finally discovered that she's the real deal.
This rendition is hauntingly beautiful. It harmonizes with the universe. Every note, vibrato, dynamic, enunciation and drama are just perfect. This deserves to have at least 100M views!
Lea's singing ....I am one big goosebump! spectacular!!! She just SINGS....with passion, conviction, and understanding. Just immersed in the music, no "parlor tricks"......How refreshing!!!
Many great renditions but this one seems so crisp and clear. Like an arrow to the heart. Kinda tickles my heart or like butterfly's. ? That weird? Make any sense? Ah well she is amazing. :)
Tina Arena's performance was a magical event with the chorus and her beautiful voice but Lea performed this as an actress. Beautiful voice and expressive performance. And a beautiful piece of music. I can't stop listening to either.
Beautiful! Her emotion is genuine when she sings. Madonna, Olivia Newton John, Karen Carpenter, Nicole Scherzinger, Patty Paige each have their own take on this song and all are beautiful. I think Olivia is the most sympathetic due to her soft and sweet voice. Nichole and Lea have the most drama due to their power. I first heard this with Madonna and was surprised at the quality of her voice. Paige is classic. I don't know which is "better", they are all great in their own special way.
The Paige you are referring to is Elaine Page, (not Patty, who was born in 1923) who was the first to sing and perform the role onstage (in London). She would have opened it in NY but was denied a work permit. Julie Covington did the original recorded version, which pre-dated the play. She declined the stage role, and thus it was given to Ms. Page, who was brilliant (and still is).
No, Elaine Page first in London. Later, Patti LuPone in NY. And prior to both, a recorded version by Julie Covington, who turned down the stage version. I'm embarrassed that I know all this, haha.
My fellow lovers of music, I read with amusement all of the posts promoting one singer over another. In my opinion they are all wonderful performers gifting us with this glorious song Each one brings her own particular, special talent for our enjoyment. As for Lea Salonga, she is a world treasure who transcends any background and ethnicity. A private treasure for all hearing her perform. May she sing for us forever.
@dznm10 slamming one artist to praise another isn't cool. they're both good in their own right. also, what does someone's sexual activity have to do with their ability to sing?
Your going from the point here all of the three singers are awesome but we all have are preferences gomez isn't worth mentioning in the same breath as those 3 tbh
After a lifetime of struggling to hear... Lea showed me the JOYS OF LISTENING. She is sensational ...so crisp, so profound, so breathtaking. She gives every single note such an amazing strength and standing. 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚
OMG! Lea Salonga has made me shiver with her performances, many times, this one even more so! It's impossible to imagine what reaction would evolve if I could see her in person someday but I've reached the age that it would never happen.
Her voice is like the ringing of a bell. It's so pure and clear. I don't think she projects as much emotion as some other singers, but just hearing the beauty that is her voice more than makes up for it. Such a legend!
I saw this somehow. I know the original, very very well. I closed my eyes immediately just to hear her, and not think about the original. I guess I now double down on my love for this song, she did it so beautifully as well. She is very impressive.
Nicole Scherzinger's version is the best I've heard & i've heard several versions. Lea 's versions isn't the worst but Elaine Paige is next best after Nicole.😉
not even not close...Lea at its finest,genuine the one and only,bring them on stage and let them show what they got,marvelous,precious treasure talent for Filipino people...mabuhay!
Stunning..perfection! When I saw/heard her do "Miss Saigon" which was a difficult score to sing...it was obvious she had a superb technique. That her voice remains exquisite is proof of her talent. What a gift! All the current "singers" can take a lesson from Ms. Salonga...she sings..she sings the lyrics and her every syllable can be understood. .. not the yelling and screaming called "big voice' that passes for singing today. This clip is awesome. Thank you for posting. btw...she's also one fine actress.
I grew up believing that I have low hearing comprehension because most of the time, I cannot sing a song with at least 80% correct lyrics even if I have heard it 10 times. Lea proved that I can actually do it.
Hindi ko matandaan kung ilang besee ako napapapalakpak talaga sa concert nya. Ang linis kumanta!! Hindi ka mapapagod pagpanood sa knya khit inabot pa ng 3hrs concert nya!!
