Welcome week recap: Q&A with Leroy Sanchez

Spanish born and self-taught guitarist, Leroy Sanchez became a viral sensation known for his melodic voice and infinite charm. In his acoustic performance at Winthrop’s amphitheatre, he won the hearts and soothed the ears of all in attendance.

Q: Where’s your hometown?

Sanchez: Abetxuko, Spain

Q: What social media do you use too much?

Sanchez: Oh, Instagram, 100 percent. I had to do a little cleansing, and I went about a month without posting. And I’m @iamleroysanchez.

Q: What are three words to describe your show tonight?

Sanchez: Fun, it was really fun. Like home, I guess homey, sorry my Spanish is coming out. And good vibesoh no, that’s two words!  

Q: What should your audience to take away from your show?

Sanchez: I want them to be entertained. I want them to hopefully connect to the songs that I’ve written, because I wrote them to let something out and to feel better. Hopefully that can make someone else feel better who might be going through something, too.

Q: What’s something you’ve learned from performing that is wisdom you can take in your everyday life?

Sanchez: Just be bold. When you’re on stage you have to let go and forget that you’re performing and just have fun. That way you’re more genuine and it’s more fun, and that definitely applies to everyday.

Q: What instrument do you wish you could play?

Sanchez: I was just looking for cello classes. There’s something about it, like as an artist I don’t think it’d be the most useful instrument, but I just want to be able to grab a cello and just play it.

Q: What’s a misconception people have about you?

Sanchez: Oh, that I’m American!  

Q: What’s something strange America does?

Sanchez: It’s the overpopulation of fast food restaurants. I feel like it’s crazy that when you’re traveling across the highway all you is McDonald’s, Taco Bell and maybe if you’re lucky, you’ll find a Wendy’s.

Q: What’s something you miss about Spain? 

Sanchez: My family.