The Amsterdam Klezmer Band finds its roots both in street culture and at the conservatory. The group loves both tradition and innovation, igniting festivals with energy while also impressing audiences in concert halls and theaters. In 2026, AKB will celebrate 30 years of activity in the world of music. The music of the Amsterdam Klezmer Band is described by experts as a lively blend of klezmer, Balkan music, jazz, gypsy music, and a touch of oriental influence. The band’s mission is simple: to celebrate life through music, with as many people as possible. The Amsterdam Klezmer Band makes no distinctions between genres, styles, origins, religion, or politics.

And this approach has proven effective in many countries. The group has performed not only at major European festivals such as Lowlands, the North Sea Jazz Festival, and Sziget, but also at prestigious venues including the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, the Wiener Konzerthaus, the Cité de la Musique in Paris, and the Hong Kong Jazz Festival.