David Krakauer - Klezmer Madness! (1995)

Internationally acclaimed clarinetist David Krakauer redefines the notion of a concert artist. Known for his mastery of myriad styles including classical chamber music, Eastern European Jewish klezmer music, and avant-garde improvisation, Krakauer lies way beyond “cross-over”. His best-selling classical and klezmer recordings further define his brilliant tone, virtuosity and imagination.

David Krakauer is in demand worldwide as a guest soloist with the finest ensembles. Recent collaborations have included the Tokyo String Quartet, the Kronos Quartet, the Emerson String Quartet, the Lark Quartet, Eiko and Koma, the Orquesta Sinfonica del Barcelona and the Brooklyn Philharmonic Orchestra. He had an 8-year tenure with the Naumburg Award-winning Aspen Wind Quintet, and has also enjoyed long relationships with prestigious Summer festivals including the Marlboro Music Festival, the Norfolk Chamber Music Festival and the Aspen Music Festival.

As a leading figure in world music, clarinetist David Krakauer has redefined klezmer through his innovative recordings and passionate stage performances. With his band Klezmer Madness!, Krakauer has forged alliances between his branch of world music and a multitude of musical genres including jazz, rock, funk and most recently hip-hop. Touring internationally to major venues and festivals including Carnegie Hall, San Francisco Performances, the Krakow Jewish Culture Festival, BBC Proms, Saalfelden Jazz Festival, New Morning, WOMEX and La Cigale has enabled Klezmer Madness! to leave a lasting impression on the myriad and diverse music scenes of the World.

1. Africa Bulgar
2. Bocota Bulgar
3. A Few Bowls Terkish
4. At The Rabbi's Table
5.  Doina / Death March Suite
6. Funky Dave
7. The Ballad Of Chernobyl
8. Gong Doina
9. Living With The H Tune
10. Rachab

David Krakauer: Clarinet and bass Clarinet.

Michael Alpert: Accordion and vocals.

David Licht: Drums.

Guest:

Anthony Coleman: Keyboard sampler (4, 7).

Adam Rogers: Guitar (6)

and from the Ballenato Group Los Macondos de Colombia:

Guillermo Peñate: Guiro.

Juan Ortega: Timbales.

Oscar Ortega: Congas.

David Krakauer-Klezmer Madness!

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