Veretski Pass

Veretski Pass is a dynamic trio rooted in the rich traditions of Eastern European Jewish music, blending klezmer, Ottoman, and Carpathian sounds with a fresh, improvisational energy. Comprising Cookie Segelstein (violin), Joshua Horowitz (cimbalom, accordion), and Stuart Brotman (bass, traditional instruments), the group digs deep into historical melodies while injecting their own spontaneity and virtuosity. Their work, like the albums *The Klezmer Shul Live* and *Trafik*, often feels like a time-traveling jam session, bridging centuries of cultural heritage with gritty, soulful performances. Based in California but spiritually nomadic, Veretski Pass has become a staple in the revivalist klezmer scene, celebrated for their raw, unfiltered approach to reviving forgotten tunes and making them resonate with modern audiences.