Author: James Britton

Meet Paul Morrissett who plays bass and tsimbl in The Klezmatics

When he’s not busy with the Klezmatics, Paul Morrissett—who has been with the group since their first album—spends much of his time fiddling for dances. “I love dance fiddle,” he says. “When people are dancing in front of the Klezmatics,...

Meet Lisa Gutkin who plays violin and vocals in The Klezmatics

Lisa Gutkin is the most recent full-time addition to the Klezmatics, having joined the band on violin and vocals with 2002’s Rise Up! Shteyt Oyf! album. She was brought to the group via early recruit Matt Darriau when the two musicians were...

Meet Matt Darriau who plays woodwinds in The Klezmatics

Matt Darriau has contributed to the Klezmatics’ music ever since they released their debut album, Shvaygn =Toyt (Silence = Death), in 1988, but it wasn’t until 1995 that he became an official member, just in time for their fourth release, Possessed. Matt’s full...

Theme Gift Idea #6: April Brings The Avett Brothers

Stuck for a gift? Look no further than The Avett Brothers themed idea this holiday season. Grab a copy of their latest album "Magpie and the Dandelion," some framed lyric art, and two tickets to An Evening with The Avett Brothers. The...

Who are The Klezmatics?

The Klezmatics will perform "Happy Joyous Hanukkah" on December 13 in Loeb Playhouse. Since their emergence more than 25 years ago, the Klezmatics have raised the bar for Eastern European Jewish music, made aesthetically, politically and musically interesting recordings, inspired future...

Theme Gift Idea #8: Family Fun with Tortoise and the Hare and Ugly Duckling

This holiday season, give the gift of an experience to the children in your life. Wrap up some copies of The Tortoise and the Hare and The Ugly Duckling, along with a rubber ducky and a pair of tickets to...

Theme Gift Idea #7: Twist and Shout with Ballroom with a Twist

  Here's the perfect gift idea for a date night out with your sweetheart. Buy some dance lessons and voice lessons for your partner and grab a pair of “Ballroom with a Twist” tickets for the February 13 show at Purdue....

Important Brad Paisley tour ticket information

Please note the important ticket buying process for the Brad Paisley tour with Parmalee and The Swon Brothers, performing Saturday, February 7 at 8 pm in Elliott Hall of Music. This performance is presented by Purdue Convocations and the Purdue...

Theme Gift Idea #5: A Little Bit of Country

Continuing our holiday theme gift ideas... how about a little bit of country? You'll win over your gift recipient big time with a copy of Brad Paisley's hit album Moonshine in the Trunk, a lyrics sign, and a pair of tickets to...

Theme Gift Idea #4: Movie Night

Bring divine intervention to an ordinary movie night with a gift basket filled with Sister Act on DVD, popcorn and movie treats, a pair of tickets and official soundtrack to the Broadway musical comedy Sister Act. Your gift recipient will rejoice! The New York Post...

Theme Gift Idea #3: Belle of the Ball

Our theme gift ideas continue with gift #3: Belle of the Ball. Pickup some Beauty and the Beast artwork, a copy of Walt Disney's classic Beauty and the Beast on DVD, a Belle rose necklace, and top it off by spending...

Theme Gift Idea #2: Neverland Adventure

Our theme gift ideas continue with gift #2: a Neverland Adventure. Pickup a copy of the bestselling book series Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, wrap up a DVD of Hook with Robin Williams and Dustin...