Blog
Essays, interviews, listicles, podcasts, and much more, covering all aspects of Yiddish culture.
Blog
It's Beginning to Look a lot Like Khanike
Yiddish Chanukah Carols rises above the level of spoof because of its committed engagement with both the original and new materials. Each track so that it settles comfortably between Desser’s new Chanukah lyrics and the recognizable Christmas original.
Dec 24, 2021
Blog
Sweeping, Bewitching, Divinely Dissonant: A Review of Alex Weiser's Album and all the days were purple
May 22, 2019
Blog
Yale Strom's Striking Vision: A Review of Shimmering Lights for All Seasons
Shimmering Lights by Yale Strom’s Broken Consort is joyful listening that cuts through the darkness at any time of year.
Apr 24, 2019
Interview
Questioning the Authentic: An Interview with Zisl Slepovitch of Litvakus
Zisl Slepovitch of the band Litvakus on klezmer, gathering stories, and growing up in Belarus.
Nov 19, 2015