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THE KLEZMATICS: CARRY IT ON40 Years of Klezmer Across Generations
Workshops • Klezmer Jam • Live Community Concert
Sunday, December 20, 2026
Museum of Jewish Heritage — A Living Memorial to the Holocaust
36 Battery Place, New York City
Learn It. Play It. Dance It. Carry It On.
For 40 years, Grammy Award-winning The Klezmatics have been at the forefront of reinventing and revitalizing Yiddish music, blending traditional klezmer with jazz, folk, gospel, and musical traditions from around the world.
Now, as they celebrate their 40th anniversary, they're inviting the next generation to join them!
Carry It On is a special day of music-making, learning, dancing, and celebration for musicians, students, families, and music lovers of all ages. Whether you've been playing klezmer for years, are picking up an instrument for the first time, or simply love the music, there's a place for you.
Program
10:30 AM–12:00 PM | Learn It — Technique Workshops
Choose from interactive sessions led by The Klezmatics and guest teaching artists, including strings, reeds, horns, rhythm and accompaniment, Yiddish singing, beginner klezmer, and children's music.
12:30–2:00 PM | Play It — Performance Workshops
Explore klezmer repertoire, ensemble playing, improvisation, and vocal arrangements. Learn directly from the artists and prepare music to share with others.
2:00–3:30 PM | Dance & Jam
Join an open klezmer jam, try traditional dances, or take part in optional student ensemble coaching.
3:30–4:30 PM | Live Community Concert
A joyful performance bringing together students, guest teaching artists, and members of The Klezmatics.
4:30–5:00 PM | Carry It On — Artist Conversation
Celebrate 40 years of The Klezmatics with stories about the band's music, cultural heritage, and the future of Yiddish musical traditions.
Tickets
$20 General Admission | $15 Museum Members | Children Free
One ticket provides access to the day's workshops, community activities, and concert, subject to room capacity. All experience levels welcome!
Presentation & Acknowledgments
Presented by The Klezmatics and the Museum of Jewish Heritage — A Living Memorial to the Holocaust.
Produced by Roots and Chords Music.
A special pre–Yiddish New York event, with support from Yiddish New York and the Center for Traditional Music and Dance (CTMD).
Funding Acknowledgment
This project is made possible in part with funds from Creative Engagement, a regrant program supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and the Howard Gilman Foundation, and administered by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC).
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Event venue
Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, 18 1st Pl, New York, NY 10280, United States
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