Saturday, September 1, 2012
Masterclass: The Fellowship of the Strings
Saturday, September 1, 2012 4:00 PM - 6:00PM
Aiming to recreate the sound of these classic European klezmer ensembles, the Festival Strings Masterclass is a unique group of professional and amateur musicians assembled for the 2012 Ashkenaz Festival. Participants will learn the function of melodies and their accompaniments, ornamentation and variation, culminating in a multi-level suite.
September 1- 3, 2012
Rexite on the Radio: The Golden Age of Yiddish American Music
Saturday, September 1, 2012 6:00 PM - 7:00PM
Yiddish radio matinee idol Seymour Rexite is brought to life in this entertaining retrospective by singer, actor and former Ashkenaz artistic director, Mitch Smolkin, accompanied by renowned pianist and composer Nina Shapilsky.
September 1, 2012
Guy Mendilow Ensemble - Tales from the Forgotten Kingdom: Ladino Songs Renewed
Saturday, September 1, 2012 7:00 PM - 8:00PM
Starting in ancient Spain and winding through Sarajevo and Jerusalem, this award-winning ensemble breathes new life into old Sephardi songs.
September 1, 2012
Veretski Pass - The Klezmer Shul
Saturday, September 1, 2012 7:00 PM - 8:00PM
Virtuosic musicianship and raw energy come together in an exciting combination of old country Ottoman-era music.
September 1, 2012
Finjan
Saturday, September 1, 2012 8:00 PM - 9:15PM
Canada’s first Klezmer revival band celebrates the 30th anniversary of their founding with a very special reunion concert.
September 1, 2012
Festival Havdallah featuring The Abayudaya
Saturday, September 1, 2012 9:15 PM - 9:45PM
Ashkenaz marks the end of Shabbat and the beginning of weekend festival events with the one of the most beloved Jewish rituals, Havdallah.
September 1, 2012
Socalled
Saturday, September 1, 2012 9:45 PM - 11:00PM
Mixing sounds from his own history into sample-based beats, the music of Socalled is catchy, smart, hilarious, emotional and timeless.
September 1, 2012
Global Shtetl Cabaret Hosted By Aviva Chemick
Saturday, September 1, 2012 10:00 PM - 1:00AM
An eclectic stage showcasing the diversity and vibrance of Jewish music traditions from all around the world. Hosted by Toronto’s Aviva Chernick.
September 1, 2012
When Our Bubbas and Zeydas Were Young: Di Schaechter Techter on Stage
Saturday, September 1, 2012 10:00 PM - 11:00PM
Attracting a new generation to Yiddish song, the dynamic Schaechter Sisters bring to life the youth of their grandparents in Eastern Europe. Directed by Josh Waletzky.
September 1, 2012
Opa!
Saturday, September 1, 2012 11:00 PM - 1:00AM
Post-Soviet klezmer and pop collides with reggae, ska, funk and rock in the electrifying music of Opa!, Russia’s hottest new World music party band.
September 1, 2012
There's always something happening at Harbourfront Centre!
- Artists-in-residence at work in the Craft Studios
- Visual arts exhibitions in the York Quay Centre
- Check out the exhibitions at The Power Plant
- Grab a bite at Lakeside Local
For details inquire at the Info Desk or call 416-973-4000.
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