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 musicians

• Michael Alpert
• Naftule Brandwein
• Alex Koffman
• Lori Lippitz
• Joseph Moskowitz (See "Cymbalum")
• Sam Musiker
• Henry Sapoznik
• Abe Schwartz
• Andy Statman
• Deborah Strauss
• Alicia Svigals
• Dave Tarras
• Jeff Warshauer
• Joel Rubin
• Gene Ramsbottom