The New York Sessions
The Klezmatics’ 40th Anniversary Album
The New York Sessions is the boldest album The Klezmatics have created in over a decade. Marking their 40th anniversary, it is a vibrant tribute to New York City’s cultural mosaic and to the band's enduring mission: reimagining klezmer as a force for joy, resistance, and radical collaboration.
Set for release in 2026, the album features newly composed songs, multilingual resistance anthems, and stunning musical partnerships with artists from across the globe. It’s a celebration of survival, solidarity, and sound.
🌍 Tour the Music
The Klezmatics have performed in more than 20 countries—from Carnegie Hall to WOMAD, from Yiddish Summer Weimar to outdoor festivals across Europe and North America.
In 2025–2026, they’ll bring The New York Sessions on tour across the USA, Canada, and Europe—with guest collaborators joining on select dates.
🎥 Watch live demos of new songs from the album:
Elegy for the Innocents
Ikh Ken Nit Zogn Vitsn
I'm Willing
🗓 Check the Tour Calendar for upcoming shows
🌟 Featured Guest Artists
🎤 La Manga
Afro-Colombian Vocal & Percussion Collective
La Manga is a women-led powerhouse from Colombia’s Caribbean coast, blending traditional rhythms with protest and poetry. Their fierce, grounded energy brings a powerful cross-cultural dimension to the album.
🎤 Joshua Nelson
The King of Kosher Gospel
Joshua Nelson fuses Black gospel soul with Jewish liturgy in a style that is wholly his own. Joyful, soulful, and powerful—he brings deep emotion and spiritual fire to this collaboration.
🎤 Lavender Light Gospel Choir
NYC’s Black LGBTQ+ Gospel Choir
Lavender Light has uplifted generations with their rich harmonies, spiritual depth, and legacy of pride and protest. Their voices bring sacred power to The New York Sessions.
🎤 Sofía Rei
Argentine Experimental Folk Vocalist
Sofía Rei blends South American folk, avant-garde jazz, and modern electronics into a dynamic and expressive sound. Her voice brings power, range, and unexpected magic to the music.
🎸 Enver Izmaylov
Crimean Tatar Guitar Virtuoso
Enver Izmaylov’s signature two-handed tapping technique fuses jazz improvisation with Eastern European and Turkic musical traditions. His playing bridges cultures with every phrase.
💛 How to Support the Album
Thanks to over 90 generous donors, we've raised $17,000 through Indiegogo and direct contributions. But the full project budget – covering recording, mixing, mastering, and touring – exceeds $60,000.
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Support Us on Patreon
Patreon is the best way to support The New York Sessions monthly – and join us behind the scenes.
As a patron, you'll receive:🌟 Behind-the-scenes studio content
🌟 Livestream invites, merch discounts, and more
🌟 First looks at lyrics and arrangements
🌟 Your name in the album credits (select tiers)
🌟 Early access to demos and unreleased tracks
✡️ Become a Sponsor
✡️ Become a Sponsor
We offer custom sponsorship opportunities for organizations, brands, and foundations who align with our mission. Sponsorship packages include brand visibility, acknowledgments, behind-the-scenes access, and more.
📩 Contact: ilya@rootsandchordsmusic.com