This 2000 collection finds the Klezmer Conservatory Band drawing from a deep well of European Jewish folk traditions, performing a selection of tunes that would have been familiar to dancers in the pre-war era. The selections range from celebratory to melancholic, all rendered with the ensemble's signature clarity and élan.
- The album was released on September 1, 2000, by the esteemed folk label Rounder Records.
- The ensemble formed in 1979 and has been a leading force in the klezmer revival for decades.
- This release showcases the band's mastery of a repertoire spanning traditional wedding songs, Ukrainian folk tunes, and more.
The Klezmer Conservatory Band is a San Francisco-based ensemble dedicated to the performance of traditional and contemporary Eastern European Jewish dance music. At the time of this recording, they were a long-established act, continuing their decades-long mission to bring klezmer to a global audience.
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