Songs of Liberation

Klezmer group Mostly Kosher and singer-songwriter Gidon headline this concert, made in partnership with NuRoots, to celebrate and explore the feelings of liberation and freedom that Pesach inspire. Mostly Kosher, the acclaimed Klezmer/Rock band, radically reconstructs Judaic and American cultural music through ravenous klezmer beats and arresting Yiddish refrains. Its led by frontman Leeav Sofer, and is comprised of some of the highest regarded Los Angeles musicians: violinist Janice Mautner Markham, drummer Eric Hagstrom and bassist Adam Levy. Among their many regional performances, Mostly Kosher had the honor of being the first Jewish music ensemble at the Disney parks with eight seasons performing at their 2-month long Festival of Holidays. Gidon is a songwriter and producer who is currently germinating his distinct, high-vibe sounds straight out of his own sun kissed studio on the Californian coast. Specializing in smooth, authentic grooves enriched to the roots with culture, Gidon manages to fuse elements of rock, jazz, soul and old-school roots-rock-reggae; creating a sunny, groove-filled sound that is every bit as soulful as the Jamaican legends who inspired him. After years spent living in Jamaica, his upcoming album features collaborations with such legendary artists as Sly and Robbie and Beres Hammond. This experience is part of NuRoots tenth Collective Escape festival. Discover the lineup at nuroots.org/collectiveescape. Please note photography will take place at this eventlet us know if you have any questions.