Search - South Coast Simcha Band :: Classic American Klezmer

Cleveland Radio

K. Wolzinger | United States | 10/21/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Like the title says, this is traditional, classic klezmer. Lead clarinet
and fiddle lead the band in familiar tunes like Odessa Bulgar and Russian
Sher. Most recognizable will be the medley of songs in the "must have"
South Coast Hora. Hava Nagilah, Siman Tov U?Mazel Tov and more flow quick
and fast.Led by Renah and Keith Wolzinger the eight piece band are all solid
musicians, keeping the feel family friendly and fun. The album is
all-instrumental, mixing slower songs like Der Gasn Nigun with faster ones
like Freilach in Swing. The speed is not raucous like the Klezmatics, The
bouncy oompa keeps smooth clarinet led beat moving..."

Simcha-rrific!

Heather | Redondo Beach, CA United States | 02/23/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I thought that this was such a joyful and wonderful cd. Its a great collection that makes you want to get up and dance. It includes old Klezmer classics yet is played in a thoroughly contemporary style. I highly recommend this cd. It really is fantastic!"

High spirited with classic old flavor

Heather | 02/11/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"this CD is a must for all ages. brings back wonderful memories.
gives me that warm feeling like you have come home."