Lester Paredes is a composer, multi-instrumentalist, and touring musician whose work bridges live performance, studio recording, and screen music. With over 15 years of professional experience, he is known for combining technical precision, musical sensitivity, and a deep knowledge of global instruments across high-level productions worldwide.

As a core multi-instrumentalist and bandleader backup with Cirque du Soleil’s BAZZAR since its creation, Lester has performed thousands of shows across more than 30 countries, executing complex live scores that demand rapid instrument changes, consistency under pressure, and seamless collaboration within large-scale productions. He has also toured internationally with Disney Concerts’ Moana Film-to-Concert Tour, performing live-to-picture orchestral music in tightly synchronized concert environments.

Beyond the stage, Lester composes original music and additional scores for film, television, documentaries, and video games, with credits for projects associated with Netflix, HBO, Disney, Telemundo, and TV Azteca. His work includes series such as Como Agua Para Chocolate, Pasión de Gavilanes, and Ancient Apocalypse, as well as documentaries (Funes: Máquina y Corazón, Quién Soy) and video games (Bellwright – Survival Game). His music is represented by catalogs including Audio Network, MusicMind, and Atrium

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A sought-after session musician, Lester specializes in woodwinds and world instruments, contributing to global productions both live and in studio. His recent session work includes recordings for Netflix projects (Lucca’s World, Down the Rabbit Hole), the Cirque du Soleil BAZZAR live album, and documentary scores, performing on instruments such as duduk, bansuri, flute, baritone saxophone, percussion, guitar, and more.

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Whether performing on stage, recording in the studio, or composing to picture, Lester brings emotional intuition, stylistic fluency, and cultural sensitivity to every project. Based in Miami and available worldwide, he continues to collaborate with composers, directors, and creative teams seeking authentic sound, musical depth, and storytelling with soul.​

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