"Written in Breath" with Anthony Mordechair Tzvi Russell
Schedule
Sat, 15 Nov, 2025 at 01:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Sinai Temple C-U | Champaign, IL
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We’re thrilled to welcome Anthony Russell to Midwest Yiddishfest! An artist, cultural activist, and trail-blazer in Yiddish language and Ashkenazi–African American musical intersections, Anthony’s work explores heritage, innovation, and joyful reckoning.
� Multidisciplinary artist working in Yiddish language & culture.
� His EP Convergence (2018) brings together a century of African American music and Ashkenazi Jewish musical forms.
� His duo Tsvey Brider (“Two Brothers”) sets 20th-century Yiddish modernist poetry to original music for voice and string ensemble.
� He’s active in cultural leadership, scholarship, and writing—bringing depth, heart, and innovation to Yiddish expression.
� Don’t miss his performance and workshops at Midwest Yiddishfest! Secure your tickets today https://cujf.org/yiddishfest.
Come hear Anthony bring Yiddishkeit alive in new, surprising ways.
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Where is it happening?
Sinai Temple C-U, 3104 Windsor Rd, Champaign, IL 61822, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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