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The Rebbe's Orkestra-Klezmer and Judaic band
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| The Rebbe's Orkestra-Klezmer and Judaic band |
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Albuquerque, NM |
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505-243-6276 |
| Contact: |
Beth Cohen |
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Incorporating the sounds and rhythms of Jewish music from many parts of the world, The Rebbe’s Orkestra brings a unique style to Klezmer–the Jewish instrumental dance music of Eastern Europe, as well as instrumental pieces from the Middle-East, folk songs in the languages of Yiddish, Ladino (Judeo-Spanish), Hebrew, Arabic and Romany (the language of the Roma/ Gypsies), traditional fiddle tunes and songs from New Mexico, as well as traditional music from the Mediterranean and the Balkans. Recording and performing throughout the southwest since 1996, The Rebbe’s Orkestra has been exploring the ways in which Jewish people have interacted with surrounding musical traditions over the centuries to produce music which is unique and uplifting. From Spain to Iraq, Poland to the Mediterranean: The Rebbe's Orkestra plays tunes and songs as widely divergent as the geography and yet with surprisingly similar themes.
The Rebbe's Orkestra is: Beth Cohen-violin/mandolin/banjo/vocals; Barbara Friedman-bass/vocals; Randy Edmunds-guitar/vocals; and Debo Orlofsky-accordion/vocals. The group often appears with special guest Mary Masuk-percussionist and also
Yiddish dance leader and teachers.
Reviews: "Spanning styles from klezmer to Israeli and Middle Eastern to Sephardic, The Rebbe's Orkestra perform a lively set, infused with a respect for tradition as well as a playful sense of humor and joyousness that erases many of the stigmas attached to 'world music'." Michael Henningson, Music Editor -Weekly Alibi, New Mexico
“… people gathered to hear the program: music by The Rebbe’s Orkestra, a klezmer band, and poetry by Palestinian-American poet Lisa Suhair Majaj… The group went on to play Middle-Eastern music, including an Iraqi melody. For an instant I believed peace was possible.” Demetria Martinez for The National Catholic Reporter
"Thank you so much for the lively mood and simcha you brought to our wedding. We all had a great time dancing. A special thanks to Rabbi Lynn for leading the dance, to Randy for the extra help with the PA, and to Beth for coordinating everything and working with us to make sure we could have such a magical evening with you all." |
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