Sandra Valero Gets Ready for a European Stage
Excitement is in the air as a young Valencian performer prepares to take the stage on a grand European night. After being invited to the Latin Grammy gala in Seville, she wrapped up final rehearsals in Spain and is heading back to the international arena today. The next stop is France, where the Junior Eurovision edition will unfold, with Sandra Valero representing Spain and the song Loviu poised to captivate audiences across Europe at the Palais Nikaïa.
What stands out for now is that the 12-year-old from Benetússer will shine thanks to a tune described as perfectly suited for the festival. Loviu is high-energy, festive, and designed to invite dancing. Acknowledging that many ballads are in the mix this year, she notes that the track’s infectious rhythm will likely win over crowds. She has brought along four dancers for the live performance, Marcos Pelado, Juan Diego Álvarez, Evelyn Casteñada, and Elia Cobo, and describes the rehearsal process as a joyous, laughter-filled journey from day one.
On stage, Sandra Valero—who has previously showcased talents on programs like Idol Kids and The Voice Kids—keeps details about the upcoming festival performance tightly under wraps. She promises an unforgettable show, mentioning a stage design that mirrors a music video: expansive, dynamic, and packed with travel-themed references to countries, places, and iconic monuments. As for Loviu, she loves the song in its entirety, with special emphasis on the final chorus that leaves a lasting impression. The number weaves together expressions of love in multiple languages, a nod to the 16 countries competing, with Loviu itself translating to the Spanish equivalent of I love you.
“Very understanding” at School
In the days leading up to the event, the team balances rehearsals, sound checks, press conferences, and premiere screenings. Sandra is excited about the journey and notes that this will be her first time heading to the destination country. Her chosen theme, which includes phrases like I want to explore every country, aligns naturally with the travel-inspired stage and the multilingual message of Loviu.
The young artist, who aims to become a model and an actor in addition to pursuing music, has received supportive treatment from teachers who postponed exams to accommodate travel. The local community and institutions have offered encouragement as Sandra prepares for the trip this week.
Loviu has positioned Sandra Valero among the frontrunners, supported by data showing high engagement with the track on the official Eurovision YouTube channel. The Valencian community can take pride in how the city’s representatives have performed in past editions, including Carlos Higes and last year’s Spain entry, Mrs., after Melani’s notable 2019 third-place finish for the Valencian Community.
Spain returned to the European children’s festival following a hiatus, with France earning praise in 2023 and the event continuing after Lissandro’s 2022 victory with a bold performance listed as Oh Maman. Sandra reflects proudly on her upcoming opportunity, saying she is very happy and ready to begin. Benetússer will host a public viewing at a large plaza and cultural center next Sunday to celebrate and support the local contestant on a shared screen near the neighbor city’s media hub.
Source attribution for background details: Levante-EMV.