Sings A Collection Of Jewish Folk Songs is an album by Theodore Bikel, released in 2013. Sings A Collection Of Jewish Folk Songs includes a.o. the following tracks: â??Der Rebe Elimelchâ?, â??Sha Shtilâ?, â??Di Mame Iz Geganenâ?, â??Margaritkelechâ? and more. The album is a world CD. - .. JEWISH FOLK SONGS
EU-only collection. Theodore Bikel has had a varied and prolific career in film, stage and arts and is thought of as one of the world's best-known Folk singers and co-founder of the Newport Folk Festival. Theodore recorded over 20 albums and here we focus on 1958's, Theodore Bikel Sings Jewish Folk Songs and Sings More Jewish Folk Songs. Most of the material on this wonderful CD is of commonly known Folk songs, but a couple however are songs that he remembers from his childhood and perhaps have not been heard outside his family circle. To define versatility is to capture the essence of Theodore Bikel. For in his own words; "He is not a specialist but a general practitioner in the world of the arts".
This CD edition of "Sings A Collection Of Jewish Folk Songs" presents Theodore Bikel's warm, expressive interpretations of traditional Jewish songs, brought together in a carefully curated program that celebrates cultural memory, identity and storytelling. With his distinctive, resonant baritone and impeccable feel for language, Bikel delivers an intimate yet powerful journey through folk melodies that span nostalgia, longing, joy and spiritual reflection. The arrangements focus on voice, acoustic accompaniment and clear, unfussy recording aesthetics, allowing the emotional content and narrative character of each song to take center stage. This release is ideal for listeners interested in Jewish musical heritage, lovers of folk music, and anyone who appreciates carefully interpreted traditional repertoire in a classic, timeless sound.
Theodore Bikel was renowned both as an actor and as a folk singer with deep roots in European and Jewish musical traditions. Over his long career he became particularly associated with Jewish and Yiddish song, building a reputation for authenticity, linguistic nuance and a strong narrative presence in every performance. His recordings and countless live appearances made him an important ambassador for Jewish folk culture, helping to preserve and popularize songs that might otherwise have remained confined to small communities. On this album, his experience on stage and screen translates into vivid character and storytelling in every track.
The CD is released by Jasmine, a label known for lovingly compiled reissues and carefully remastered catalogue titles from the worlds of jazz, pop, country, folk and early popular music. Jasmine focuses on presenting historically important recordings with respectful sound restoration, informative packaging and a strong sense of musical history. Buyers can expect a solid, collector-friendly product that treats the source material with care and aims to keep influential artists and albums available to new generations of listeners. This combination of Theodore Bikel's authoritative interpretations and Jasmine's archival ethos makes "Sings A Collection Of Jewish Folk Songs" a meaningful, enduring addition to any serious folk or world-music library.
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Language
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Song titles
1. Der rebe elimelch
2. Di yontevdike teyg
3. Sha shtil
4. Di ban
5. Kum aher du filozof
6. Di mezinke
7. A sudenyu
8. Achtsik er un zibetsik zi
9. Di mame iz geganen
10. Margaritkelech
11. Mus aspare
12. Lomir zich iberbeten
13. Homentashn
14. A chazn oyf shabes
15. Reyzl
16. Tumbalalayka
17. Hulyet, hulyet kinderlech
18. Lomir alle zingen
19. A zemer
20. A fidler
21. Drei techterlech
22. Der becher
23. Kinder yorn
24. Dona dona
25. Unter a kleyn beymele
26. Der fisher
27. Drei yingelech
28. Papir iz doch vels
29. Az der rebbe zingt
30. Di zun vet arunter geyn
Folk
20.271
- Folk In General 11.493- France 2.802- Greece 89- Ireland 537- Italy 4.043- North America 247- Russia 117- Scandinavia 182- Scotland 26- Sinti Music 32- Spain/Portugal 531- Turkey 24- Yiddish/Klezmer 148
