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The Kol Haruach Klezmer Band released its first CD, entitled appropriately, In the Beginning....Bereshit, on May 9, 2004. This work is a compilation of standards and brand new works written and arranged by the band. This album is a highly renowned recording of a concert that was arranged to be played live, and has been performed on stage by the band on many occasions. For this recording, they took this popular show into the studio. The Jazz or "improvisational jam" style heard throughout all tracks brings the band back to its roots, where both Klezmer and Jazz are played spontaneously and by ear. This band is known for their Jazz, and has purposefully and thoroughly mixed it into their repertoire. This release is a sample of their concert performance style. It begins and ends with festive tunes often requested at your typical mitzvot. However, you will hear the band get down and dirty, and very technically involved. All instruments shine in their moment, and you'll never be able to predict who's going to take the next solo. This is a happening album that will keep you listening.