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The Klezmer Conservatory Band, formed in Boston in 1980 by acclaimed musician and educator Hankus Netsky, stands as a cornerstone of modern klezmer and Yiddish song revival. From early releases like Yiddishe Renaissance (1981) and Klez! (1984) to cross-genre medleys and sophisticated arrangements, the ensemble has helped shape how traditional Jewish music is heard today. The band is known for danceable medleys, thoughtful arrangements, and collaborations that bridge classical and folk traditions.