Trio Controverso Klezmer Concert

Annette Bjorling (harp) and Kurt Bjorling (clarinet, basset-horn) with Joseph Spielberg (bass-fidl) present a musical journey through different eras and styles of klezmer. The program includes liturgical music, virtuosic  mazltovs and celebratory dances, as well as instrumental versions of traditional folk songs. Based on research and musical exploration of traditional East European Yiddish wedding music, folk songs and liturgical pieces.

Annette Bjorling, harp

”The World’s First and Only Klezmer Harpist.” Beyond merely adapting Jewish tunes to the harp, Annette creates a unique voice that fits naturally within the idiom of Yiddish music. Annette is a member of several performing groups, including the international ensemble Myridián. She was co-director of the Klezmer Orchester (Germany). She has per-formed and taught at inter-national harp conferences and music festivals in Europe and North America. Annette is a private teacher of harp, ensemble music and ethnic dance.

Kurt Bjorling, clarinet

Director of the Chicago Klezmer…