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Get ready for a a raucous klezmer dance party in the Annex! Come dance to the infectious rhythms of traditional Eastern European music, brought to life by the high-energy band Myrtle Street Klezmer.Myrtle Street Klezmer's music draws on Balkan, Greek, Arabic, Rock, and Jazz music, in addition to favorites from the classic and contemporary Klezmer repertoire. They work in the tradition of the old-world klezmer musicians, singing in Yiddish, Hebrew, and Ladino, and teaching audiences about the background and meaning of the music and the tradition. Since 2021, they've been connecting with audiences through performances, workshops, and presentations. Their core members include Jason Ditzian (bandleader, clarinet), Myk Freedman (guitar), Jesse Olsen Bay (vocals, bass, bouzouki, percussion), Bea Carlson (vocals, accordion), Doug Plavin (percussion) and Dan Baker (tuba, trumpet, banjo).
Prior to the concert, MSK member Jesse Olsen Bay will offer a workshop from 6-7pm in singing niggunim, traditional wordless melodies often used as a form of prayer in Jewish religious and spiritual traditions, and that are foundational to Klezmer music. The workshop will offer participants the chance to learn about the history and context of these melodies, and to sing some of them in a supportive and relaxed environment. No prior singing experience required, open to people of all religious and spiritual backgrounds. Pre-registration is encouraged by emailing [email protected].
This event is presented with The Accidental Klezmer Festival! A celebration of Klezmer in three days and three towns, hosted by the Chocolate Church Arts Center, Mayo Street Arts, and Bowdoin College from September 18th to 20th.
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804 Washington St, Bath, ME, United States, Maine 04530
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