Come learn how to make those moans, laughs, whines, trills and all the playful ornamentation that gives klezmer its unique sound, with internationally renowned klezmer violinist, composer, filmmaker, ethnomusicologist and playwright, Yale Strom. All instruments welcome. Yale will teach the history of each song you learn, and how the scales and keys are the building blocks of klezmer improvisation.

Yale Strom   12-2 pm  Sunday, Sep 14 (1 session)   $50

Elizabeth Schwartz has performed as a soloist across North America, Europe and Asia. Her singing workshops are known for their vitality, humor and success in teaching all levels, backgrounds and ages. She will give a historical and social context to each song taught, passing them on in a centuries-old oral tradition. Beyond pronunciation of Yiddish, the singer must incorporate the musical techniques of the instrumentalist, for example, bending and pinching notes and improvising in the specific klezmer scales.

Elizabeth Schwartz   2:30-4:30 pm  Sunday, Sep 14 (1 session)   $50