Shira utfila
Connecting Two Peninsulas:
The Sephardic Music of the Balkans
Shira u’tfila brings together a multi-ethnic, multi-faith ensemble that draws its inspiration from the diversity and richness of Judeo-Spanish, Ottoman-Turkish, Arabic and Balkan musical traditions.
Sephardic song from Sarajevo
Madre mia si mi muero - Oh, my mother, if I die
Sephardic song from Sarajevo originally recorded by Flora Jagoda on the album "Memories of Sarajevo".
Bio
Founded by vocalist and oud player Stefan Sablic, Shira u’tfila brings together a multi-ethnic, multi-faith ensemble that draws its inspiration from the diversity and richness of Judeo-Spanish, Ottoman-Turkish, Arabic and Balkan musical traditions.
Shira u’tfila has released seven CDs, toured a dozen countries and collaborated on various research and production projects involving Sephardic music from the Balkans, Mediterranean and Middle East. The band passionately blends its knowledge of classical traditions and dedication to their preservation with a flair for improvisation and a talent for fusion. Its distinct sound brings a modern twist to an historical legacy.
Band Members
Stefan Sablic
Vocals and oud
Srdjan Djordjevic
Doublebass
Filip Krumes
Violin
Sinan Acifovic
Clarinet
Elad Gabbay
Kanun
Akash Bhatt
Percussion