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La Espera by Sacha Boutros

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Album Title: la Espera
Hear Me Roar Records
Released: 2025

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Sacha Boutros is an internationally acclaimed jazz composer, producer and vocalist known for her versatility and emotional depth. Her latest single, “La Espera,” released on May 23, 2025, is a poignant danzon that showcases her expressive voice and storytelling prowess. The song, which translates to “The Wait,” delves into themes of longing and heartbreak, portraying a woman waiting for a lover who never arrives. The lyrics were penned by Italo/Argentinean Franco Barone, with Boutros composing the music. The track features the renowned French flugelhorn player Stéphane Belmondo, adding a rich, melodic layer to the performance. The arrangement also includes Franck Amsallem on piano, Thomas Bramerie on bass, and Tony Rabeson on drums . Boutros, a Franco- Mexican -American artist, is celebrated for her ability to sing in multiple languages and her commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the arts. She founded Hear Me Roar, which supports women and minorities in the arts, and has been recognized as a global peace ambassador through her music .

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La Espera.

Personnel

Sacha Boutros
piano and vocals
Franck Amsallem
piano and vocals
Hugo Lippi
guitar

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