Kesselgarden Klezmer Duo

Kesselgarden Klezmer Duo is a traditional band based in Seattle, WA, known for their sweet and joyful arrangements of Eastern European instrumental Jewish music from the 19th and 20th centuries. Comprised of Carl Shutoff on clarinet and Laurie Andres on accordion, the duo has been playing together for the past 20 years. Their name is derived from the way Yiddish-speaking Jews pronounced Castle Garden, a facility in Manhattan where Jewish immigrants entered the United States before Ellis Island opened in 1892. Despite the chaotic connotation of their name, Kesselgarden's music is neither noisy nor confusing.

With a repertoire that includes well-chosen tunes from the turn-of-the-century period, Kesselgarden Klezmer Duo has been praised for their heartfelt and graceful performances. Their landmark CD, "Kesselgarden," showcases their superb craftsmanship and originality in interpreting Klezmer music for clarinet and accordion. From lively dances to breathtakingly lovely waltzes, the duo's music captures the joy and sadness of early 20th-century Europe and the United States. Carl Shutoff and Laurie Andres bring this triumphant music to audiences, creating a pleasurable listening experience for both musicians and non-musicians alike.

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