Mulan: An Original Walt Disney Records Soundtrack
Lea Salonga, best known as the voice of Jasmine inAladdin, steals the show here as the title character in Disney'sMulan. The former star ofMiss Saigonadds touching elements to the feature, especially on introspective numbers such as "Reflection." Unfortunately, the voice of Donny Osmond, relegated to anthems such as "I'll Make a Man Out of You" doesn't really enhance the story line, a saga set in ancient China. Jerry Goldsmith provides the Far East tinge to the score, almost reminiscent of early Les Baxter. WhileMulanis a far cry from the memorableBeauty and the Beast, it is both funny and charming.--Jason Verlinde