Alan Mason, Yitzhak Fried, Evan Kline and Alex Mikhaylovsky
Photo courtesy of Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Step into a timeless musical journey with “Forever Yiddish 3: Songs and Stories from the Shtetl,” an evocative evening of Yiddish classics that promises to stir the soul and awaken cherished memories.
“Shtetl” is the Yiddish term for a small town with a mostly Ashkenazi Jewish population, many of which existed in Eastern Europe before the Holocaust.
Held Jan. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, this heartfelt performance features Yitzhak Fried, a gifted interpreter of Yiddish song who brings deep emotional resonance to every note.
Born in postwar Austria, Fried grew up immersed in the Yiddish language and melodies of his parents’ home, shaping his lifelong devotion to preserving this rich cultural heritage.
Joining Fried is Alan Mason, an internationally acclaimed pianist whose sensitive accompaniment adds depth and nuance to his renditions. Together, they present a tapestry of poignant songs and stories, some joyful, others sorrowful, all delivered with a touch of humor that captures the spirit of the shtetl.
This event is a celebration of resilience, memory and the enduring power of music to connect generations. Attendees will also support an important cause: Proceeds will benefit Leket Israel, the leading food rescue organization in Israel, which provides meals to those in need.
For more information, visit browardcenter.org.