Re: JEWISH-MUSIC digest 2138

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In a message dated 1/15/02 4:15:00 AM, meydele (at) ix(dot)netcom(dot)com 
writes:

<< >The simple reason is that many of us don't consider these klezmer. 
Strictly a 
>matter of what you wish to do, to preserve, not bastardize. Personal choice 
>and integrity, not  lack of creativity.


Now, Adrianne, a little less judgemental, zayt azoy gut.  When the Barry 
Sisters swung Bei Mir Bistu Shein - bastardization or the evolution of a live 
musical heritage?  Brave Old World's "Feter Elye", bastardization?  There is 
plenty of room for preservation (let there be more), but also 
experimentation/exploration/evolution(and more and more).  "Traditonal" 
klezmer changed, picked up influences from surrounding "popular" music and 
yet remained Jewish.  We're all seeking to make or hear good music and 
explore our cultural identity and boundaries.  SAK, I say, go for it!

Shira >>

Acknowledged. Very well stated to boot.

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