Amsterdam Klezmer Band

Transitioning from a group of buskers to becoming an internationally recognised and successful Klezmer band with a career spanning over fifteen years, Amsterdam Klezmer Band adopt traditional Balkan and Klezmer music whilst combining it with contemporary ska, jazz, gypsy and hip-hop. Dating back to 1997, the seven piece classically trained musicians began their journey as AKB playing several street festivals across Italy, Switzerland and Slovakia, gaining popularity with agents and fans alike. Reinvigorating the kindred spirit of the legendary Jewish travelling band known as the ‘klezmorim’ who traversed across Europe two centuries previous. Comprising of clarinet, double bass, alto saxophone, banjo, trumpet, trombone, accordion and percussion, there no ends to the diversity of sound that AKB are so eloquently able to produce. With eleven studio albums under their belt and having built an incredible live reputation, Amsterdam Klezmer Band are a must see. From the streets to concert halls across Europe, the dynamism of AKB alone creates an infectious and joyous atmosphere transpiring into the audience who cannot help but clap and dance along. Fusing traditional Jewish sounds and incorporating it with contemporary jazz creates the perfect energy and soundtrack for every occasion. Amsterdam Klezmer Band are inspiring and exciting to watch as they bring the traditional into the here and now.