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We help progressive wedding couples bring their Jewish and non-Jewish guests together on the dance floor with a rich tapestry of klezmer and Jewish-adjacent music.
Based in Boston and serving destination weddings across the U.S. & Europe
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“Klezwoods [made] it the night of our dreams! Becky was amazing in helping us navigate everything from the band [to] the religious and legal aspects; she went above and beyond. I can’t think of anything you all could have done to prepare better for our wedding.”
Married in May 2025
Boston, MA
"We didn't realise until just after the wedding was over that Klezwoods was exactly the band we needed. Highly professional! If they ask you if you want musicians walking around with instruments, you do!"
Philadelphia, PA
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“At first we were concerned that Klezwoods music might be too specific, but in the end, so many guests said this was one of their favorite weddings! Some who joined [the hora] felt exhilarated whether they “knew what to do” or not. We loved how the band handled everything without us (at our request!), which was a big relief. We’d definitely recommend Klezwoods…the music was done perfectly.”
Married in 2023
“Klezwoods were very professional at the event, and through all coordination before the event. They knew [our] client was sensitive and made sure to constantly check in and keep the client happy.”
Event Organizer
“After we hired Klezwoods, our hora was the one part of the night everyone talked about afterwards. Many of our guests who had never seen one before told us how cool it was. We can surely recommend them. Our guests loved the music!”
Married Oct 2023
“We have a musical family who also knows klezmer and includes Israeli musicians, and so we wanted music at our wedding that would be both culturally significant and unique, but also that would encourage dancing quickly amongst all of our guests who don’t know klezmer. In the end, it was just wall to wall, great! There was so much energy, we had no concerns, and by the second song, there was already a great crowd. If you’re looking for a unique klezmer band for your wedding, I don’t know where you would get that than Klezwoods.”
Married in Cape Cod
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Samples of our Global, Klezmer-Adjacent Dance Music:
Samples of our Traditional Klezmer Music:
“Initially, we were a little worried whether all of our guests would dance a lot since not everyone knows klezmer. On the day of the wedding, people basically danced the entire time! You had a reputation for being very dance-oriented, and that is exactly what we got. On top of it, we felt ‘held’ throughout the entire planning process. Our guests were raving about the music…we would definitely recommend Klezwoods, especially if you love to dance!”
Married in Boston, MA
“Thank you a million times for an incredible performance on our big day…you really brought everyone on the dance floor and made it epic (the hora is as terrifying as I thought but you only live once!) W will keep listening to Klezwoods and recommend you!”
Brooklyn, NY
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Work With Us
Why Work With Klezwoods?
Klezwoods specializes in high-energy, weddings for progressive, discerning couples who want to bring their Jewish and non-Jewish guests together for an unforgettable reception of song and dance. We are most known for creating incredible horas and dance-driven receptions that are welcoming to all.
The Klezwoods Story & Sound
Klezwoods performs music of the Jewish, Eastern European and Arabic traditions with a modern edge. Based in Boston (USA), the group has appeared at the Kennedy Center, The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, and at Fenway Park as well as in Europe. The group's sound is an amalgam of strings, horns and percussion that melds the spirit of these styles with modern grooves, improvisation and melodies. In the spirit of America's melting pot, these voices are brought together to make a new sound that is truly their own, while still embracing the cultures from which the music is stemmed.
The group also performs and writes original music, and features a professor of music from Tufts, a Jewish cantor, members of Itzhak Perlman's klezmer ensemble, and founding members of the Klezmer Conservatory Band.
Core Members of Klezwoods
- Joe Kessler (violin, vocals, founder)
- Tev Stevig (guitar)
- Michael McLaughlin (accordion)
- Greg Loughman (bass)
- Grant Smith (drums)
- Brian O'Neill (percussion, drums)
- Becky Wexler (clarinet and vocals )
Wedding Offerings:
- Tisch, Bedeken, and Kabbalat Panim music - to set the stage for the big day!
- (9) different ceremony music options
- Cocktail Hour (jazz, klezmer, world)
- Dinner music
- Hora Band / Live Reception Music: our core offering ranging from trios to our full 9-pc complement (typical size is 5-7 Klezwoods members).
- DJ Sam and Live Horns: want today's hits and pop tunes to drive your late night dance floor? DJ Sam and Live Horns features Sam (on trumpet) plus 1-2 additional brass players playing along to the best of Bruno Mars, Motown, Michael Jackson, and more.
- More info on our additional wedding services page
Core Repertoire:
- Traditional Klezmer
- Yiddish
- Balkan
- Israeli
- Ladino / Sephardic
- Arabic
- Turkish
- Jewish liturgical music (for ceremony)
- Original music (listen on Spotify)
- View sample songs on our additional wedding services page
Request a Quote & Check Availability
My name is Brian O'Neill, and I manage Klezwoods in addition to being a performer. Below are some approximate price ranges for working with us so you can decide if setting up a free discovery call and getting a formal quote is the right next step.
Greater Boston Weddings:
Full-service weddings during high season can be $9-20k+. We provide full service music including tisch, bedeken, ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and of course, your giant hora and reception—guaranteed to be filled with your friends and family dancing!
Luxury Destination Weddings:
Available for performances across the USA, Europe and Canada. European engagements typically start at $25-35k USD.
Questions or Just Checking Availability?
We require a Discovery Call to give you a quote. Other questions:
brian@klezwoods.com • 1.617.905.9660 (m/txt/WhatsApp) • Live Chat
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