Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

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In anticipation of the world premiere of Noah Bendix-Balgley's new Violin Concerto, Fidl-Fantazye: A Klezmer Concerto, Noah makes his triumphant return to Pittsburgh in a special event at the Jewish Community Center Katz Theatre. Noah, First Concertmaster of the Berlin Philharmonic and former Concertmaster of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra (2011-2015), will provide insight into the making of the Concerto with a particular focus on its Klezmer music and dance influences.

Joined by his Father, noted Yiddish and international folk dance expert Erik Bendix, the evening promises to be a special behind-the-scenes look, including both music and dance examples.

Made possible, in part, by generous support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

What's "Klezmer?"
Klezmer is a musical tradition of the Ashkenazi Jews of Eastern Europe. Played by professional musicians called klezmorim, the genre originally consisted largely of dance tunes and instrumental display pieces for weddings and other celebrations. In the United States the genre evolved considerably as Yiddish-speaking Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe, who arrived between 1880 and 1924, met and assimilated American jazz.

Artists

Noah Bendix-Balgley, violin
Erik Bendix, folk dancer

Location: Katz Theatre Jewish Community Center - Squirrel Hill

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