A Celebration of Sephardic Music Shabbat Afternoon
Concert | January 31, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM
The concert will take place at 83 Marlborough Road (at Church) following our Tu B’Shevat seder and is free and open to the public, with a suggested donation of $18.
Ladino music originated in Sephardic communities, blending Hebrew, Spanish, Arabic and Turkish influences to arrive at a uniquely rich sound. Guitarist Ira Klein and vocalist Maya Shaw imbue the traditional songs and stories with a contemporary perspective inspired by Jazz and folk music. Additionally, they will share a variety of Jewish music from Israel, Turkey, and Algeria, highlighting the richness of Jewish musical traditions around the globe.
Ira Klein is a guitarist, composer and educator whose work centers Middle Eastern music, American folk traditions, and music for dance. Alongside performing and composing, Ira is deeply committed to music education. He teaches at The Senesh School and is also a teacher in B’ShERT’s Religious School, in addition to maintaining a private teaching practice. Ira has received awards and fellowships from LABA Artist Beit Midrash New York, J Arts Boston, and the Mass Cultural Council, and currently serves as a 2025–2026 Artist-in-Residence at the Kinney Center at UMass Amherst.
Maya Shaw is a musician and songwriter whose work blends music with storytelling. She began studying classical piano at the age of four and attended the Rimon School of Music, where she immersed herself in composition, singing, acting, and dance. She has released six singles and an album, Unfocused Freedom, a deeply personal project that marks a new chapter in her artistic journey.
A Celebration of Sephardic Music Shabbat Afternoon
January 5, 2026 by zivn • Features
A Celebration of Sephardic Music Shabbat Afternoon
Concert | January 31, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM
The concert will take place at 83 Marlborough Road (at Church) following our Tu B’Shevat seder and is free and open to the public, with a suggested donation of $18.
Ladino music originated in Sephardic communities, blending Hebrew, Spanish, Arabic and Turkish influences to arrive at a uniquely rich sound. Guitarist Ira Klein and vocalist Maya Shaw imbue the traditional songs and stories with a contemporary perspective inspired by Jazz and folk music. Additionally, they will share a variety of Jewish music from Israel, Turkey, and Algeria, highlighting the richness of Jewish musical traditions around the globe.
Ira Klein is a guitarist, composer and educator whose work centers Middle Eastern music, American folk traditions, and music for dance. Alongside performing and composing, Ira is deeply committed to music education. He teaches at The Senesh School and is also a teacher in B’ShERT’s Religious School, in addition to maintaining a private teaching practice. Ira has received awards and fellowships from LABA Artist Beit Midrash New York, J Arts Boston, and the Mass Cultural Council, and currently serves as a 2025–2026 Artist-in-Residence at the Kinney Center at UMass Amherst.
Maya Shaw is a musician and songwriter whose work blends music with storytelling. She began studying classical piano at the age of four and attended the Rimon School of Music, where she immersed herself in composition, singing, acting, and dance. She has released six singles and an album, Unfocused Freedom, a deeply personal project that marks a new chapter in her artistic journey.