With Sephardic ancestral roots, American-born Sarah Aroeste works to preserve Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) culture for a new generation. An international composer and performer, Aroeste has released 5 Ladino albums in her signature contemporary style. Her award-winning original Ladino children’s record, Ora de Despertar, includes 10 catchy tunes that will get all ages, young and old, on their feet singing about waking up in the morning, meals of the day, ways to say hello and more– all in Ladino! More information about the Ora de Despertar children’s project (including full lyrics & translations, teaching guide, animated cartoon series, musical song book, children’s board book and more) can be found at www.saraharoeste.com.
