Klezmer Music Foundation

05/19/2026

Tomorrow Wednesday May 20th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM join us for our Monthly "Klezmer Night" with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band! Each show is one-of-a-kind with fresh repertoire and guest musicians. No cover, and free parking.

At Sabor a Cafe, 6873 N. Milwaukee in Niles, discover a warm and inviting contemporary setting--perfect for date night or a night out with friends and family. Enjoy your dinner before the show or during the performance. You can come for a sumptuous meal or just for drinks.

Reservations recommended: Go to saboracafeniles.com
https://saboracafeniles.com/reservations

Learn more about Klezmer Night here:
https://www.klezmerband.com/klezmer-night-at-sabor-a-cafe

05/01/2026

Looking forward to the Junior Klezmer Orchestra performance on Sunday May 17!

1 p.m. –– Opening Ceremonies: featuring Flutetopia representing Native American Cultures                 Master of Ceremonies: Mayor Ann Tennes                                                               

04/14/2026

Great job, Junior Klezmer Orchestra! Two performances on Sunday for a religious school and an assisted living residence.

03/31/2026

This Saturday night, April 4th, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM, hear Maxwell Street Klezmer Band on WFMT 98.7 FM radio! There will be a rebroadcast of the Passover Special from 2024, featuring the band with special guest vocalist Cantor Pavel Roytman. Listen to it on the radio (imagine that!), the WFMT website or app, or with this link:
https://www.wfmt.com/2026/04/04/the-maxwell-st-klezmer-band-on-folkstage-from-the-archives

01/27/2026

Maxwell Street Klezmer Band performs Thursday Feb 5th at Old Town School of Folk Music, 7:00 PM. Tickets: https://www.oldtownschool.org/concerts/2026/02-05-2026-maxwell-street-klezmer-band/
Led by Violinist Alex Koffman and band founder Lori Lippitz, this performance features six vocalists including Cantor Pavel Roytman and special guest singer-songwriter-guitarist Rabbi Joe Black. This show will feature well-known Yiddish songs like “Bei Mir Bistu Sheyn” and “Rumania," as well as a new original composition by master klezmer violinist Alex Koffman.

01/14/2026

This Thursday in Milwaukee: See Maxwell Street Klezmer Band in concert January 15, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Violins of Hope Exhibit Culminating Concert, held at Rubenstein Pavilion at Ovation Communities (1414 N. Prospect Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202). (Suggested donation: Adults $18, Students $5)

Maxwell Street continues to celebrate tradition with a contemporary flair, keeping klezmer music vibrant and alive for new generations.

12/17/2025

Our mission is to carry on the tradition of klezmer music by offering workshops wherever we play concerts. Find out more: https://www.klezmermusicfoundation.org/workshops

The Maxwell Street Klezmer Band presents educational klezmer music and dance workshops, master classes, lectures, presentations and demonstrations for schools, colleges and other forums. 

12/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who donated to our campaign on Giving Tuesday. We raised over $11,600 to help us go forward with projects including the launch of the new Joy of Klez II band books and recording, the release of Maxwell Street Klezmer Band's 40th anniversary concert live album, and more shows for schools and our elders. THANK YOU!

12/04/2025

For our ongoing Giving Tuesday campaign, we have 3 more days to go. Donate to keep the music playing for years to come. Help us meet our goal!

For 42 years, Lori Lippitz has been the heart and soul of Chicago’s… Lori Lippitz needs your support for Support Klezmer Music and Wish Lori a Happy Birthday!

12/03/2025

Support Klezmer Music Foundation and wish Lori a Happy Birthday with a donation to keep the music playing! https://www.gofundme.com/f/klezmer-music-foundation

For 42 years, Lori Lippitz has been the heart and soul of Chicago’s klezmer revival. For her birthday (which also happens to be Giving Tuesday), the best gift would be support for her efforts by making a donation to the Klezmer Music Foundation. The fundraiser runs from December 2nd to 7th. Be sure to add your name!

For 42 years, Lori Lippitz has been the heart and soul of Chicago’s… Lori Lippitz needs your support for Support Klezmer Music and Wish Lori a Happy Birthday!