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Two powerfully gifted voices rooted lovingly in their respective musical traditions, share a thunderous celebration of the human spirit in this unique concert event. “Jewels of the Diaspora” is an exciting evening ringing with songs of struggle, survival, freedom and peace from diverse African-American and Jewish sources, sung in English, Hebrew, Ladino (Judeo-Spanish), Yiddish and Amharic (Ethiopian).
This concert program is a continuation of 12 years of grassroots coalition work initiated by NYC singer, songwriter and ethnic folklorist Laura Wetzler in partnership with outstanding fellow artists Janiece Thompson, Rande Harris and many others. Begun before, and made more urgent by the infamous Crown Heights and LA riots, the “Jewels of the Diaspora” concert is a moving musical performance bringing together audiences from every background in community events and concert halls nationwide, exploring both difference and commonality in mutual respect and joy.
"On fire!…a hot, upbeat mix of music from around America and around the World…a fun, ecstatic explosion of Black and Jewish creativity.
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"Great show!-exactly what our World Week celebration is all about.
"On behalf of the Multi-cultural Center and the campus wide Committee on Human relations, thank you! Your performance was excellent! The “Jewels of the Diaspora” concert is a true representation of diversity at work…a great example of individuals from different backgrounds working together as one. Please join us again next season .
