Klezmer!: Jewish Music From Old World To Our World

by Henry Sapoznik

Klezmer! is a fascinating story of survival against all odds, of a musical legacy so potent it can still be heard, despite assimilation and near annihilation. The scratchy, distant sound of early recordings bursts forth with such power that they have formed the sound track for an entirely new generation of performers, Jew and non-Jew alike, who have embraced and expanded the klezmer tradition. Through stories and pictures Klezmer! reintroduces this most vital musical form to new and old fans alike.

Klezmer originated during the 16th century as accompaniment to Jewish celebrations...Henry Sapoznik presents the complete history of this vital musical tradition, from its Eastern European roots to its current rebirth.