Yid Vicious Brings A Twist To Traditional Jewish Songs

Klezmer music originated in eastern Europe as Jewish dance music. The word Klezmer comes from two Hebrew words: klay and zemmer, which translates to “vessel of song.” Madison’s Yid Vicious is bringing traditional klezmer music into the 21st Century. In October, the group will part the 2006 goodwill delegation Wisconsin to its sister state, Chiba, Japan. Jennifer Dargan spoke with Yid Vicous members Kia Karlan and Daithe Wolfe…