The Klezmatics

The Klezmatics aren’t just the best band in the klezmer vanguard; on a good night, they can rank among the greatest bands on the planet.” — Time Out New York The legendary New York Yiddish band The Klezmatics has changed the face of contemporary Jewish culture through their uniquely original and expansive work in the fields of klezmer music and Yiddish song. Their career achievements span 13 full-length recordings, countless international concert tours and festivals across five continents, and collaborations with renowned icons of music, theater, television, radio, cinema and dance. The Klezmatics are the subject of an acclaimed documentary film (On Holy Ground, 2010) and the recipients of numerous international accolades, including the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary World Music Album. Klezmer music is one of the most instantly recognizable and unique elements of Jewish culture, as well as one of the most distinctive and influential genres in world music. It has played a crucial role in the preservation of the Yiddish language and culture and contributed in innumerable ways to the language of global music.