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Today in West Philly

December 4, 2010

A sampling of stuff happening around the area today/tonight. See happenings for information on other events.

 

Eateleh: A Life in Klezmer • 7:30 p.m. • Calvary Center for Community and Culture • 801 S. 48th St. (at Baltimore Avenue) • Tickets: $10-$30
A production of the Philadelphia Folklore Project and Crossroads Music, this event includes a documentary about klezmer music and a performance by Elaine Hoffman Watts and Susan Lankin Watts (mother and daughter) who are part of a family of klezmer musicians. The documentary tells the story of their family and the legacy of klezmer, a musical style rooted in Ukrainian and Romanian traditions.

Organizers strongly recommend buying tickets in advance. They are available online and at the door until they sell out.

Here’s an interview with Elaine:

Elaine Hoffman Watts from Leeway Foundation on Vimeo.

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