music

From Chicago to Tel Aviv and back: Dov Hammer and his harmonica record some blues in the Windy City

Harmonica master Hammer has been, almost singlehandedly, bringing the singular American art form to Israeli music fans for nearly three decades.

06/04/2025

The sounds of young Zionism: Listening to the International Jewish Teen Choir

Given the current situation, I find it remarkable that in 2025, thousands of Jewish teens are devoting so much time, energy, and talent to singing Jewish songs, says the writer.

Casting his shadow over time

“In the Shadow of Time,” Eduard Shyfrin’s new album, is a tour de force of music and meaning .

By CLAIRE HOWARD , IN COLLABORATION WITH EDUARD SHYFRIN
04/04/2025

Ashdod to launch Meridiano festival, celebrating music, theater, cinema

The festival, taking place June 14-22, will be spread across the city, with venues including the 7,000-seat Ashdod Amphitheater and the 1,000-seat Ashdod Performing Arts Center.

the former President Hotel Jerusalem

Grapevine: Wandering Jews

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Five arrested for allegedly filming a music video in historic Indianapolis synagogue

The group was found with video equipment at Beth-El Zedeck Temple after police responded to calls reporting a burglary on Saturday evening,.

By GRACE GILSON/JTA
22/03/2025

Jerusalem highlights: March 21-27

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

Maestro Leonardo Sini masterfully handles the podium with the Israel Philharmonic

Precise timing and coordination of the participants are the essence of opera productions, and Sini unified the orchestra, soloists, and chorus with skill.

By SARAH HERSHENSON
16/03/2025

Ninth annual Bach Festival kicks off throughout Israel

The ninth edition takes place March 17-24, opening at the YMCA in Jerusalem (March 17, 7 p.m.) before moving on to Rehovot, Haifa, and Tel Aviv.

15/03/2025
 AN ISRAEL Day event on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan takes place last June. There is a significant incr

Where’s the Jewish Beyoncé? We’re winning the fight, but losing the culture war

Editor's Notes: We need musicians, artists, and creators who will give this new Jewish generation its own anthem.

13/03/2025
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