Baklava Express

Baklava Express is a NYC based Cross-Cultural fusion project, led by award wining composer and

oud player, Josh Kaye. The band performs original music, influenced by various traditions, from

Ashkenazi and Mizrahi folk music, to the broader musical traditions of the Mediterranean. The

eclectic influences and vast differences in the musical backgrounds of its members have created

a group whose style is distinct, yet genre defiant. The band has been featured at several

festivals including the Brooklyn International Music Festival, the Greek Jewish Festival, the

Nyack Jazz Festival, and their music can be heard on the soundtrack of the short, animated film

“Ariel” by Conor Mcfinn. Baklava Express’ debut album, “Dávka” was released in 2023, and their

upcoming album, “Sababa” is on track to drop in late 2025.

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Josh Kaye – Oud/Composition

Daisy Castro – Violin

James Robbins – Bass

Jeremy Smith – Percussion