Great Performances

Season 41, Episode 31

Episode Title: Rejoice with Itzhak Perlman & Cantor Yitzchak Meir Helfgot

Air Date: 2014-08-28

Overview:

Legendary violinist Itzhak Perlman and celebrated cantor Yitzchak Meir Helfgot join forces for a musical exploration of liturgical and traditional works in new arrangements for both chamber orchestra and klezmer settings. The music of “Rejoice” showcases the confluences between the violinist’s famed classical technique and Helfgot’s magnificent voice.