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Sarah Aroeste trained as an opera singer before becoming envious of American Ashkenazi Jews, who enjoyed a revival of their old culture. She turned to her own Greek Jewish roots and to the language of Ladino for inspiration, and soon found herself singing modern interpretations of ancient songs to enthusiastic audiences.

Sara Aroeste

The story of the Jews who were expelled from Spain in 1492 and settled around the Mediterranean goes largely untold and unsung. In this interview, Sara Aroeste gives us a glimpse into a world of heritage and traditions, tells us what turned her to Ladino songs, and re-lives memories from the golden age of Spanish Jews.