We are an indie klezmer band based in Madison, Wisconsin. Tsuzamen means “together” in Yiddish, and we seek to build community and connections through our music. We draw from rock, bluegrass, blues, funk, and other traditions, bringing them into conversation with klezmer and Yiddish music. Call it klezcore! Call it klezgrass! Call it folk with chutzpah! By whatever name, our music uplifts and unites. 

Electrified by Eleanor Mayerfeld’s lead vocals and violin, connected to the earth by Samantha Bosco’s bass and guitar, sent aloft by Meg Lamm’s violin, moved by the call of Daniel Grabois’s French horn and melodica, made magic by Alina Plourde's oboe, and melded together with Michael Bell’s guitar/mandolin/banjo, our music reaches out and exhilarates.

We enjoy playing concerts and celebrations of all kinds. Contact the band below to book a show or an event.

 

PS: How do you pronounce that “ts” in “Tsuzamen”? Just like the word “tsunami,” as in “a tsunami of a klezmer band”!

“Everyone was dancing, either on their “feets” or in their seats!”

— Tsuzamen fan after a show

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Oct22

Klez Fest Midwest opening show at North Street Cabaret in Madison

North Street Cabaret, 610 North St., Madison, WI

We are thrilled to open Klez Fest Midwest – and also to open for Fugu Dugu, the nationally-known and riotous Balkan klezmer fusion band from Chicago. Like all events at Klez Fest Midwest, this show is free. It is certain to be a sell-out, so arrive early!

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