A woman named Gabriella walks onto the America’s Got Talent stage, introduces herself, and tells the audience she’s going to play the violin. She begins to play, and the camera cuts to Simon Cowell, who looks unimpressed. He raises his hand above the desk, ready to press his red buzzer. Just before he does, Gabriella drops the violin and delivers an audition that not only stunned the judges, including Simon, but also went viral online.

The camera cuts to Simon Cowell, who is visibly unimpressed by the start of the audition. With his hand on the red buzzer, he appears ready to end the performance. But before he can press it, violinist Gabriella Laberge drops her instrument and delivers a breathtaking performance that not only captivates Simon but also goes viral online. Watch the full video in the comments section below.

Gabriella Laberge, the French-Canadian singer and violinist, arrived at her America’s Got Talent audition with high hopes. However, her journey almost came to an abrupt end. After an awkward interview, she played a delicate violin piece that, while beautiful, was no different from a performance you might hear on a busy city street. Just as Cowell seemed ready to dismiss her, Laberge revealed the ace she had up her sleeve.

Switching gears, she began singing James Blunt’s “Goodbye My Lover.” Her tender, ethereal voice filled the room, instantly captivating the judges. Cowell removed his hand from the buzzer, allowing Laberge to truly shine. She added a unique twist to the familiar song, infusing it with folk-inspired nuances. Seamlessly transitioning into a violin solo during the bridge, she built to a powerful crescendo, leaving the audience and judges in awe. Her heartfelt performance earned her a well-deserved standing ovation.