Role

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Composer  

Country

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Argentina

Birth

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March 26, 1936 in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Vocal

 

Giora Feidman is a renowned clarinetist and composer who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on March 26, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Feidman grew up in a family of musicians. His father, grandfather, and great-grandfather were all klezmer musicians, and Feidman began playing the clarinet at a young age. Feidman's family moved to Israel when he was a child, and he continued to develop his musical skills there. He studied at the Tel Aviv Academy of Music and played with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. However, Feidman was drawn to the traditional Jewish music of his family's heritage, and he began to explore klezmer music more deeply. In the 1960s, Feidman became a member of the Israeli Army Central Command entertainment troupe, where he played clarinet and saxophone. He also began to perform with various klezmer ensembles, including the Safam Klezmer Band and the New York Klezmer Ensemble. Feidman's breakthrough came in 1977 when he was invited to perform at the Berlin Jazz Festival. His performance was a huge success, and he was invited to perform at other festivals and concerts around the world. Feidman's unique style of blending traditional klezmer music with classical and jazz influences made him a popular and respected figure in the world of music. Feidman has recorded over 100 albums throughout his career, including collaborations with other musicians such as Itzhak Perlman and Yo-Yo Ma. He has also composed music for films and television shows, including the soundtrack for the Academy Award-winning film "Schindler's List." Feidman has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to music. In 1997, he was awarded the Israel Prize, the country's highest honor for achievement in the arts and sciences. He has also been awarded the German Order of Merit and the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art. Feidman continues to perform and record music, and he remains a beloved figure in the world of classical and klezmer music. His unique style and virtuosic playing have inspired countless musicians and audiences around the world.

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