METROPOLITAN KLEZMER, established in 1994, brings eclectic exuberance to Yiddish musical genres from all over the map. Performing vibrant versions of lesser-known gems from wedding dance, trance, folk, swing and tango styles, as well as soundtrack material from vintage Yiddish films, they re-invent tradition with both irreverence and respect.
Our special projects include:
- Music From Yiddish Cinema
- Di Fire Korbunes — Yiddish ballads of the Triangle Fire
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Coping with tragedy through song: balladry of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire
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Check out our sister sextet Isle of Klezbos, and ongoing projects Yiddish Celluloid Closet and J.EdgarKlezmer: Songs from my Grandmother's FBI Files.
METROPOLITAN KLEZMER's Jubilation! 25th Anniversary Octet Concerts Series was made possible in part with public funds from Creative Engagement.
