Performing on Erev Yom Kippur is something unheard of for a klezmer band. That’s most probably the only reason why ESOD did not let Doina Klezmer to perform at their premises, and the concert had to be moved to The Place – a nice place indeed.
Unlike many local klezmer bands, the Finns performance was very skilled technically, but somewhat lacked the joy one usually associates with the style. Maybe that’s characteristic of the cold country they live in? Komatcha Klezmer were much wilder.
I’d say get something stronger than beer to drink.
