Musicians, dancers, and appreciators are invited to the new Joy of Jewish Music and Dance series at the JCC East Bay! Dance will be taught by Miriam Peretz in January, then by Bruce Bierman for the next 4 sessions. Each of the 5 sessions features a different set of noted music performers and instructors so that participants get a wide range of repertoire, instruction, and entertainment. All music and dance levels welcome. Schedule and advance ticket links below.
The Joy of Jewish Music and Dance – JCC East Bay
Sundays, January 28, February 25, March 24, April 21, May 19
1-4pm at the JCC East Bay, 1414 Walnut Street, Berkeley
During the first hour, participants will learn klezmer music technique or Yiddish dance (like what is shown here of Bruce Bierman’s dance leading).
During the second hour, participants will all come together for a dance party focusing on the dances and tunes taught in the prior hour.
The third hour will be an informal music jam.
$18-$54 sliding scale suggested donation for each session, series pass available for discount; no one turned away for lack of funds.
Advance ticket links (also available at the door):
January 28 featuring Qadim Ensemble and Miriam Peretz
February 25 featuring Asaf Ophir, Zina Pozen, Sean Tergis and Bruce Bierman
March 24 featuring Zoe Aqua, Dmitri Gaskin, Misha Khalikulov, and Bruce Bierman
April 21 featuring Veretski Pass and Bruce Bierman
May 19 featuring Saul Goodman’s Klezmer Band and Bruce Bierman
These workshops are presented by the JCC East Bay and are partly funded and co-presented by KlezCalifornia. Learn more about how KlezCalifornia connects people and communities with Yiddish culture and klezmer music, by signing up for their mailing list here.