￥Gio Israel is an explorer to the hidden sounds of the world. In this journey we embark on a discovery of instrumental musical traditions of the Ashkenazi Jews of Central and Eastern Europe, also known as ‘Klezmer’ (from Hebrew – kĕlēy zemer, meaning musical instruments).

The essential elements of the tradition include dance, ritual melodies, and virtuosic improvisations. Klezmer is instrumental music for celebrations, performed in the Jewish communities of Eastern Europe at weddings or joyous religious celebrations.

This pack was recorded in London and Jerusalem, by incredible Hasidic musicians:

Nachman Tsuker

Elazar “Shimi” Weitzhandler

Meir Viner

• 32 one shots
• 138 loops

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