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Rumshinski Maracatu de Trombone

from Af Purim EP by West Philadelphia Orchestra

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Two traditions collide in a burst of frenetic energy in “Rumshinsky Maracatu de Trombone,” the EPs closing track. “Rumshinsky Bulgar” is a famous klezmer tune and a long-time staple of Philly klezmer bands. Drummer Gregg Mervine paired it with a rhythm from Pernambuco, Brasil called maracatu rural, over which the low brass and melody sections trade jibes, clashing for our entertainment. Afterall, Kahal Kadosh Zur Israel, the first synagogue in the Americas, was built in Recife in 1636. And so the old becomes new and the new becomes old.

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from Af Purim EP, released March 3, 2023
Arranged by Gregg Mervine.

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West Philadelphia Orchestra Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

West Philadelphia Orchestra (WPO) is a brass band whose music draws inspiration from Balkan brass bands and transcendent jazz. WPO is known for the intensity and chaos of their dance parties, as well as their curious line-up of musicians: spinning tubist, Elliott's hellfire sax, and the voice of Petia Z. ... more

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