David Broza to play at Gordon Center for the Performing Arts November 21, 7:30 pm

In Memory of Pete Winer

With more than 25 albums to his name, many of which have become multi-platinum, David Broza has been a star in Israel since he was 21.  His multi-cultural, multi-lingual, and award winning flamenco and modern, fingerpicking guitar style has won him global attention.  On his latest release, “All or Nothing,” Broza sings poetic rhythms in three languages.  Step into this magically cultural night at the Gordon Center.

Pete Winer had three passions in life… his sons, his music and motorcycles.  He was a talented sound engineer, and got to live a musician’s dream, touring the world with Israeli superstar, David Broza. “We were on the road together for 13 years,” says Broza.  “As you can imagine, spending so much time together on the road, you become as close as you can be, like family.”

In June of 2012, Winer was thrown from a motorcycle while riding in Pennsylvania.  His death left a hole in the heart of his sister, JCC Vice President Gail Zuskin, as well Broza. “I never thought his life would end so abruptly, it is so sad,” says the musician.

Zuskin says her brother’s years on the road with Broza were one of the happiest parts of his life.

Now the multi-platinum musician is coming to Baltimore, for one night only.  Broza says he is dedicating his Gordon Center performance to Pete.  “It’s a personal quest. I want people to know who he was.  He was one of the most talented people on the road in this country.”

Winer’s sister says she has been thinking of Pete constantly over the past few days, and says this is one of those friendships that endure longer than life itself.  “Our family is so grateful for David’s support and generosity, it is an incredible honor,” says Zuskin. “I think it is fantastic that David is performing at our Gordon Center in Baltimore, Pete’s hometown, at “my” JCC… I am sure that wherever Pete is, if there is music, he is listening and mixing the sound!”