The San Francisco Yiddish Combo is no means a traditional Klezmer band, but we definitely love to have fun. This video shows the largest hora circle we've ever had an was filmed during our headlining set at the Ashland World Music Festival. Klezmer for the 21st Century The San Francisco Yiddish Combo (SFYC) was formed by accident when a love of Klezmer music collided with their collective backgrounds in every genre except Klezmer. Now the SFYC is embarked on a journey around the world to present their own unique blend of everything that is Klezmer, mixed with years of experience in the jazz, blues, folk, and even hip hop world. Made up of classically trained musicians who enjoy stretching musical boundaries, the SFYC is led by cellist Rebecca Roudman who has fronted groups all over the world bringing her virtuosic and fiery playing to stages from China to Italy and beyond. Check out the SFYC for a fresh spin on Klezmer with plenty of recognizable nods to an eclectic mix of genres. Oh yeah, and great for dancing! Cello: Rebecca Roudman Guitar: Jason Eckl Bass: Colin Williams Drums: Josh Mellinger https://www.sfyiddishcombo.com https://instagram.com/sfyiddishcombo https://facebook.com/sfyiddishcombo

San Francisco Yiddish Combo's rendition of Tum Balalaika live from Congregation Beth David in Saratoga, CA. Klezmer for the 21st Century The San Francisco Yiddish Combo (SFYC) was formed by accident when a love of Klezmer music collided with their collective backgrounds in every genre except Klezmer. Now the SFYC is embarked on a journey around the world to present their own unique blend of everything that is Klezmer, mixed with years of experience in the jazz, blues, folk, and even hip hop world. Made up of classically trained musicians who enjoy stretching musical boundaries, the SFYC is led by cellist Rebecca Roudman who has fronted groups all over the world bringing her virtuosic and fiery playing to stages from China to Italy and beyond. Check out the SFYC for a fresh spin on Klezmer with plenty of recognizable nods to an eclectic mix of genres. Oh yeah, and great for dancing! Cello: Rebecca Roudman Guitar: Jason Eckl Bass: Alex Farrell Cajon: Crystal Lynn https://www.sfyiddishcombo.com https://instagram.com/sfyiddishcombo https://facebook.com/sfyiddishcombo

Everybody loves a little Bei Mir Bist Du Schon whether you know it from Yiddish musical theater or more likely, the Andrew Sisters. Here's the San Francisco Yiddish Combo's rendition live from Congregation Beth David in San Luis Obispo.  Klezmer for the 21st Century The San Francisco Yiddish Combo (SFYC) was formed by accident when a love of Klezmer music collided with their collective backgrounds in every genre except Klezmer. Now the SFYC is embarked on a journey around the world to present their own unique blend of everything that is Klezmer, mixed with years of experience in the jazz, blues, folk, and even hip hop world. Made up of classically trained musicians who enjoy stretching musical boundaries, the SFYC is led by cellist Rebecca Roudman who has fronted groups all over the world bringing her virtuosic and fiery playing to stages from China to Italy and beyond. Check out the SFYC for a fresh spin on Klezmer with plenty of recognizable nods to an eclectic mix of genres. Oh yeah, and great for dancing! Cello: Rebecca Roudman Guitar: Jason Eckl Violin: Anthony Blea Bass: Alex Farrell https://www.sfyiddishcombo.com https://instagram.com/sfyiddishcombo https://facebook.com/sfyiddishcombo

Klezmer Heritage Concerto composed by Jason Eckl for Rebecca Roudman. The Klezmer Heritage Concerto by Jason Eckl is an exciting new work that features the music of the Jewish diaspora through Eastern Europe and America. Written for Rebecca Roudman, cellist, the piece delves into her heritage by combining the traditional Klezmer sounds of Eastern Europe with the modern sounds and original music of her musical journey in America. Mvt. 1 is based on traditional melodies from the Yiddish weddings bands of Eastern Europe. Mvt. 2 is based on Hungarian and Russian ballads. Mvt. 3 is a modern Klezmer piece that mixes the sounds of Klezmer heritage with a 21st. century feel. Filmed live at the Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center in Berkeley, CA solo cello - Rebecca Roudman guitar - Jason Eckl conductor - David Möschler violin 1 - Tammie Dyer violin 2 - Stephanie Bibbo viola - Meg Titchener cello - Dan Reiter bass - Andy McCorkle flute - John Speers oboe - Marcus Phillips clarinet - Tom Griesser trumpet - Daniel Gianola-Norris trombone - Spencer Sussman percussion - Ben Wallace-Ailsworth

San Francisco Yiddish Combo performs Kamnes on the Danube River in Vienna, Austria, followed by a spontaneous moment where Rebecca plays The Swan by Saint-Saens for a family of real swans. https://www.sfyiddishcombo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sfyiddishcombo/

An old Russian tune in an old bank... Rebecca Roudman and Jason Eckl, from the band San Francisco Yiddish Combo, performing the old Russian tune, Kalinka. https://www.sfyiddishcombo.com https://www.facebook.com/sfyiddishcombo https://www.dirtycello.com/ https://www.facebook.com/dirtycellomusic

San Francisco Yiddish Combo performs Der Heyser Bulgar Garden Path Saul's Donkey Song of Joy Romanian Train Song Klezmer for the 21st Century The San Francisco Yiddish Combo (SFYC) was formed by accident when a love of Klezmer music collided with their collective backgrounds in every genre except Klezmer. Now the SFYC is embarked on a journey around the world to present their own unique blend of everything that is Klezmer, mixed with years of experience in the jazz, blues, folk, and even hip hop world. Made up of classically trained musicians who enjoy stretching musical boundaries, the SFYC is led by cellist Rebecca Roudman who has fronted groups all over the world bringing her virtuosic and fiery playing to stages from China to Italy and beyond. Check out the SFYC for a fresh spin on Klezmer with plenty of recognizable nods to an eclectic mix of genres. Oh yeah, and great for dancing! Rebecca Roudman - cello Jason Eckl - guitar Alex Farrell - bass Josh Mellinger - cajon Videographer - Cierra Nelson https://www.sfyiddishcombo.com http://facebook.com/sfyiddishcombo http://instagram.com/sfyiddishcombo

Klezmer for the 21st Century The San Francisco Yiddish Combo (SFYC) was formed by accident when a love of Klezmer music collided with their collective backgrounds in every genre except Klezmer. Now the SFYC is embarked on a journey around the world to present their own unique blend of everything that is Klezmer, mixed with years of experience in the jazz, blues, folk, and even hip hop world. Made up of classically trained musicians who enjoy stretching musical boundaries, the SFYC is led by cellist Rebecca Roudman who has fronted groups all over the world bringing her virtuosic and fiery playing to stages from China to Italy and beyond. Check out the SFYC for a fresh spin on Klezmer with plenty of recognizable nods to an eclectic mix of genres. Oh yeah, and great for dancing! Rebecca Roudman - cello Jason Eckl - guitar Alex Farrell - bass Josh Mellinger - cajon Videographer - Cierra Nelson https://www.sfyiddishcombo.com http://facebook.com/sfyiddishcombo http://instagram.com/sfyiddishcombo