Klezmer

Klezmer (כלזמיר, from Hebrew k'li zemer כלי זמר, "instrument of song") is a musical tradition which parallels Hasidic and Ashkenazic Judaism. Around the 15th century, a tradition of secular (non-liturgical) Jewish music was developed by musicians called klezmorim. They drew on devotional traditions extending back into Biblical times, and their musical legacy of klezmer continues to evolve today. The repertoire is largely dance songs for weddings and other celebrations.

Important ensembles

• Abe Schwartz' Orchestra
• Belf's Rumanian Orchestra
• Budowitz
• Brave Old World
• The Burning Bush
• The Klezmer Beat Orchestra
• Flying Bulgar Klezmer Band
• The Klezmatics
• The Klezmer Conservatory Band
• The Maxwell Street Klezmer Band
• Naftule Brandwein's Orchestra
• Joel Rubin Jewish Music Ensemble
• Tum Balalaika Klezmer Ensemble