THE CASCO BAY TUMMLERS will perform music and discuss “The History of Jewish Music” at 2 p.m. May 20 at the University of Maine at Augusta.
The Casco Bay Tummlers, based in Portland, have been performing klezmer music since 1988. They have released three recordings. In 1999, they created and performed the music for the world premiere of “Manifest” at Portland Stage Company.
A UMA release describes the group as follows:
The Tummlers have a unique sound and a stage performance that features all members of the band.
Steve Gruverman brings an extensive background in ethnic dance music to his soulful clarinet playing.
Carl Dimow has developed a unique klezmer flute style, making the instrument an equal solo voice in the music.
Julie Goell has a rich background in theater and jazz that comes out both in her bass playing and in her vocal features.
Nancy Hoffman brings a playfulness, which audiences love, to both her accordion playing and her singing.
Hayes Porterfield keeps the traditional role as drummer happening with elements of jazz and improvisation.
The band’s repertoire is versatile, ranging from original music to traditional dances and Yiddish theater and ghetto songs — all with original arrangements.
The Tummlers also do frequent school residencies to perform music, teach dances and songs, and talk about the music, the Yiddish language, immigration and the Holocaust.
Tickets cost $10 for adults or $5 for students. Children age 12 and younger get in free. Advance tickets are available at Pat’s Pizza in August and Apple Valley Books in Winthrop.
For more information, call 621-3551 or email umasc@maine.edu. To order tickets, visit concertsatjewett.com.
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