Alicia Svigals is a classically trained violinist with a degree in ethnomusicology from Brown University. A co-founder of the Grammy-winning band The Klezmatics, she is considered by many to be the world's foremost living klezmer fiddler. This residency is carried out in partnership with Yiddishkayt Initiative and Avi Hoffman, with funding from the Miami Beach Department of Cultural Affairs. Presented with Yiddishkayt Initiative.