The Barry Sisters

The Barry Sisters were a popular American vocal duo, best known for blending traditional Yiddish songs with American jazz and swing influences. Composed of real-life sisters Clara and Minnie Bagelman—who performed under the stage names Claire and Merna Barry—they rose to fame from the 1940s through the 1970s. With their smooth harmonies and stylish performances, they brought Yiddish music into the mainstream American spotlight at a time when few others were doing so.

The sisters became fixtures on radio and television, including frequent appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show. Their repertoire included jazz-inflected renditions of Jewish folk songs, as well as English-language standards, making them appealing to both Jewish and broader American audiences. Their elegant image and polished sound earned them the nickname "the Jewish Andrews Sisters." Their work remains significant in the preservation and celebration of Jewish musical heritage.

Genres

Pop

Folk

Jazz

Vocal Jazz

Big Band

Swing

Klezmer

Yiddish Folk

Latest Release

Hava Nagila (Remix)

The Barry Sisters•

Dj Solovey

Single - Released February 23, 2024