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The last decade of the 20th century saw a revival of klezmer music, with groups like the Klezmatics and the Maxwell Street Klezmer Band. Reinventing the European Jewish musical idiom with a modern sensibility, klezmer music drew music lovers with its irrepressible sound and dance rhythms. Out of this renaissance came the New Orleans Klezmer All Stars, adding a special twist to the Jewish roots music, based deep in the musical traditions of the group's hometown. Street parade and Mardi Gras music, Dixieland, traditional, and contemporary jazz were mixed with traditional Yiddish tunes and new compositions to produce a unique and joyous sound. The group was rewarded for its efforts in synthesizing its sound by becoming one of the most popular bands in the city of New Orleans. The New Orleans Klezmer All Stars burst upon the musical scene in 1996. The exciting sound and beat, and catchy lyrics made the band an instant success. This was music you could dance to, and dance the people did, f...