24 October 2011
The Shpil- Samuel Goldberg Variations
The Shpil performs Samuel Goldberg Variations at Genghis Cohen.
22 October 2011
23 October 2011
Geoff Berner- Mayn Rue Platz
Geoff Berner performs Mayn Rue Platz at Genghis Cohen in Los Angeles. 6 October 2011
12 October 2011
Hy Wolfe in Concert at the YIVO- October 17, 2011
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11 October 2011
01 October 2011
Review: London Klezmer Quartet
LKQ pays homage to some of the Klezmer greats. A pair of Dave Tarras tunes, Galatas and Bosporus feature Susi Evans on Clarinet. She is very impressive, and plays with great heart, particularly on the latter tune.
Naftule Brandwein’s Firn Di Mekhutonim Aheym is here, too, and the band does a beautiful version of it.
And Sid Beckerman’s Tants a Freylekhs is the centerpiece of a medley along with Doyne and the fast-paced Galitsianer Tensl.
Band member Carol Isaacs’ Camden Patsh is a refreshing take on the traditional Clapping Dance, common Klezmer music. It is named after a neighborhood in London.
Band members Ilana Cravitz and Susi Evans teamed up to write Starlight Hora, a tune that came to them while riding the Coast Starlight train in California.
The final tune, Nakhes Fun Kinder (reprise) is a more open and delicate version the we hear earlier on the album. Carol Isaacs switches to Piano, which is a perfect match for the more subdued and emotional feel of Clarinet and Cello. This track is my favorite on the album.
The audio quality on the recording is outstanding, thanks to engineer Jeremy Cox. The instruments are all clear, and the balance is just right.
LKQ is off to a great start with this album. I will be keeping it in my regular listening rotation for quite some time. I can recommend LKQ highly to both those just starting to build their Klezmer library, as well as those fans looking for a truly authentic sound amongst all the amped-up Klezmer that is being produced these days. Keep up the great work, ladies.
Personnel:
Ilana Cravitz- Violin
Susi Evans- Clarinet
Carol Isaacs- Accordion and Piano
Francesca Ter-Berg- Cello
Track List:
1. Galatas
2. Patsh (clapping) dances
3. A Gute Nakht (good night)
4. Ukrainian Sherele
5. Firn di Mekhutonim Aheym (taking the in-laws home) ~
Tsum Badekns
6. Sher
7. Doyne ~ Tants a Freylekhs ~ Galitsianer Tensl
8. Bosporus
9. Starlight Hora ~ Lekhayim ~ Russian Dance
10. Nakhes fun Kinder ~ Manchester Mekhutonim ~
Tants far Ale Mekhutonim
11. Wedding Hora
12. Nakhes fun Kinder (reprise)
Total Time: 43:57
THE FUTURE OF KLEZMER MUSIC L’ARTICHAUT ORKESTRA (TOULOUSE France) T for Teresa (Tzadik)
Just in from JUMU music in France:
THE FUTURE OF KLEZMER MUSIC L’ARTICHAUT ORKESTRA (TOULOUSE France) T for Teresa (Tzadik) International album lauching party!! In partnership with TSF JAZZ RADIO
Thursday october 13th, 2011 (doors @ 8pm) LE STUDIO DE L’ERMITAGE 8 rue de l’ermitage 75020 PARIS tickets : fnac, digitick
Featuring four young musicians of diverse artistic backgrounds, the Artichaut Orkestra is a fabulous new ensemble out of Toulouse, France. Led by a disciple of the great modern klezmer David Krakauer, they brilliantly mix jazz, klezmer and classical music, blending the energy of rock with the unpredictable creativity of improvisation. Their debut recording presents eight original compositions of delicacy, strength and a touch of madness. Original new Jewish music from a new generation of 21st century klezmers.
Camille Artichaut: Clarinet Frederic Petitprez: Drums, Percussion Sebastien Rideau: Electric Guitar, Effects Pierre-Emmanuel Roubet: Accordion, Voice
http://www.artichautorkestra.com/
Concert introduced by Estelle Goldfarb & special guests : Ezra (beatbox) and Olivier Koundouno (cello)
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