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Are you a fan of Sarah Brightman ? Whether you answer “Yes” or “No” to the question, it doesn’t matter. Just scroll down. Get the excitement rolling because we have The Next Sarah Brightman. 
Yes, that’s right! A fifteen year old girl from Medan, Putri Ayu Silaen, has been declared by many, including David Foster, to have all the potential to be the successor of Sarah Brightman.
I’ve been having goosebumps and shedding tear in both happiness and admiration when listening to this wonderful treasure. Her voice? It’s sublimed with divine accuracy and subtle and refined phrasing.
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For me personally having Putri Ayu in this post is not only about celebrating the presence of an extremely talented singer. It’s also about nationalism. It’s about placing Indonesia in the global map. Nationalism? Duh uh?
Here’s the story. Apart from Anggun C Sasmi, an Indonesian born singer who has just represented France in Eurovision 2012, there has been no Indonesian singer/band who has their name with an international record label. Not Agnes Monica. Not Dewa 19. Not even my all-time favorites Benyamin Sueb and Bang Haji Rhoma Irama.
The thing is many Indonesians are not confident that they can achieve great things in life and leave a legacy to the world and humanity. As Pramoedya Ananta Toer shrewdly observed, an acute inferiority has been severely damaging the mentality of the people, a subtle yet deep and most distinctive remnant of the colonial era.
But Putri Ayu is different. She dreams of having an international career in the music industry and of singing with Sarah Brightman and Andrea Bocelli in a big concert. She wants to prove it to the world that we don’t love being mediocre.
I’ve been praying for her to pave the success for Indonesia. The advancement of a country is reflected through the achievements of the individuals. A great nation consists of great people. And great people are a compilation of great individuals.
I have great expectations that Putri Ayu will remarkably carve her path of international success in the music industry. I wish her the very best of luck in pursuing her dream.
After all, “It is the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting” -Paulo Coelho. Would you agree?
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And here’s a video of her singing “Time to Say Goodbye”. Enjoy!
Kereeen.. Then speechless…
One Of The Best Performance
Putri Ayu & Hudson Think Of Me and Phantom Of The Opera
What a star in the making. I wish her so much success.
She is a star in the making! Really true!
Subhan Zein
nice!
I know! I heard her singing the first time in 2010 and have become a fan ever since. I’ve been wanting to create this post since May, and so glad that I could finally did it in June.
Thank you again and lovely day, Audrina!
Subhan Zein
A rising star in the making. Indonesia should be proud of her. Thank you for introducing her to us.
Thank you for your support of my haiku. I’m very touched by your kindness. I’ve just only started and hope to get better.
I think you are a rising star yourself. You’ve written a novel at a young age … the world awaits!
And that’s a lovely comment to make my day! Thank you very much!
I hope my blog doesn’t disappoint you and that you will continue enjoying my blog. Lovely day to you!
Subhan Zein
indebted to you for introducing us to this new miracle. shes a wonder
She truly is!
Subhan Zein
I adore Sarah Brightman, and this young girl is definitely on her way to huge success. What a lovely voice. Thanks for sharing.
Amen to that!
Thank you for your kind wish. Lovely day to you! 
Subhan Zein
Beautiful. Like a song bird. Thank you for sharing her talent with us.
Thank you, pleasure is mine.. Lovely day to you!
Subhan Zein
ciao …
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Buona giornata, Nancy. Grazie millie..
Subhan Zein
Wow!
I know! She’s a wonder, isn’t she?
Subhan Zein
Yup, she is amazing!
I used to listen to Sarah Brightman a lot when I was in High School & college. Putri is pretty amazing, what a find!
Cool!
I know. She’ll do wonders!
Subhan Zein
Thank you Subhan for this lovely introduction to a great talent! Awesome voice!
Pleasure is mine. She’s an incredible talent!
Subhan Zein
Beautiful!
Isn’t she a wonder?!
Subhan Zein
Beautiful, talented and a credit to Indonesian heritage
Thank you, Ian. Hopefully she’ll go far, very far.
Subhan Zein
Beautiful, talented and a credit to the Indonesian heritage.
Good that you are highlighting other aspects of Indonesia such as Putri Ayu’s talent.
I have been visiting Indonesia regularly since 1981 – in fact during the 1990s I was there every month. The international media focus’ on harsh reports – but regular visitors like me know that Indonesia is a rich cultural treasure trove.
Thank you, Cik. I really appreciate your comment. Yes, you’re right. We have to believe that we have rich culture and be proud of it. Thank you again, lovely day to you!
Subhan Zein
Oh, Subhan, I am so very pleased for you and all of Indonesia in the bright light of Putri and her rising star in the music world! No room for the tiniest speck of self-doubt or inferiority here! Keep up the good work of leading on the cheering section for Putri!
You’re right. She’ll be our national pride!
Subhan Zein
Sarah Brightman is one of my favorites. This little gal is on her way. Good singer.
Thank you, she will go far, very far. Lovely day to you, Isadora!
Subhan Zein
Absolutely gorgeous and incredible voice! Truly a gift from God.
I know, she’s an absolute wonder!
Subhan Zein
Hello subhan Zein : Very charming , I would like to nominate you for the One Lovely Blog Award .
Thank you, Daoud! How very kind of you. Could you please send me the link? Thank you.
Subhan Zein
Hi subhan , you just go to my link , http://mmmluck.wordpress.com and you will see the rules of the Award , good luck .
Putri has an amazing voice. That song from Les Mis (?) always makes me so emotional. She executed it beautifully and she will indeed go far.
Yes, I hope so; she’ll become a great star!
Subhan Zein
Hi,
I have not heard of her, but what a beautiful voice she has, just magnificent.
Mag, Thank you. I know, she’s magnificent! Lovely day to you!
Subhan Zein
the truth is not knew and heard thanks to you
has a unique voice that will get goose bumps
congratulations
Hi Bonita,
Thank you for your lovely comment. Yes she’s awesome isn’t she? I’ve been getting goosebumps myself in the past an hour or so just listening to her. Enjoy the music and lovely day to you!
Subhan Zein
Monday kisses
Subhan
I am a big fan of hers
Here’s a full list of her videos on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFBlr7EAP34&feature=autoplay&list=PLE14FE5124823DFF2&playnext=3, in case you haven’t got one. Enjoy!
Subhan Zein