User:Benjaminshwartz

In 2003, Benjamin Shwartz (composer, violist and pianist) created KLEZMERSON in order to explore and create a new type of Klezmer music from a Jewish-Mexican standpoint. The band, does so by gracefully combining melodies and rhythms from Eastern Europe's Jewish musical tradition (called Klezmer) and playfully infusing it with mexican Son, Gypsy music, Middle Eastern and Latin American influences. The result is a sound fusion, an original sound born in Mexico City. Back in 2005, KLEZMERSON released their self titled album "Klezmerson", it was met with widespread critical acclaim and unprecedented succes among a very eclectic audience. Rock, Jazz and World Music fans alike began to follow the evolution of the band. In 2008, the long anticipated release of their second album, entitled "Klezmerol", is a testament to the band's growth creatively, as they delve deeper into exploring the connections between Klezmer music and more traditional Latin American sounds. The band's third album, "Siete" (2011), was released on New York musical authority John Zorn's prestigious label - Tzadik - and brought KLEZMERSON international exposure and worldwide acclaim. Their fourth album "Klezmerson Live CD+DVD", captures Klezmerson's mastery of their craft as well as the energy of their live performances. In 2015 Tzadik Records release their 5fth album, “Amon” Book of Angels Volume 24, playing Zorn music.

Klezmerson has been present in Mexico's main stages and International Festivals, as well as in Europe, Canada and the United States. In 2018 their 6th album Masada Book III, Book of Beriah, comes out also on Tzadik Records