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Jewish weddings, traditionally celebrated with music and dance, are increasingly becoming elaborate productions akin to concerts, with discussions around the...

Liel Leibovitz reflects on the overpowering and dehumanizing experience of attending a concert at the Las Vegas Sphere, where technology and digital displays...

Joseph Moskowitz was a pioneering klezmer virtuoso and restaurateur who played the cymbalom, a hammered dulcimer popular in Eastern Europe. His career in Ame...

Huddie William Ledbetter, better known as Lead Belly, played a pivotal role in the history of American country blues music. His story intertwines with that o...

Clive Davis, a legendary Jewish music executive, passed away at 94, leaving behind a transformative legacy in rock-and-roll history. Heading CBS Records, Dav...

Clive Davis, the legendary music executive who passed away at 94, played a monumental role in shaping the music industry. Known for his golden ear, Davis sig...

Peter Himmelman reflects on his father's life and legacy, illustrating the profound influence his father had on him through strength, kindness, and humor. Hi...

The latest anthem for the Maccabiah Games, a major Jewish international sporting event, has captivated audiences with its mix of humor, nostalgia, and catchy...

Ruth Lowe, a Canadian Jewish woman, is the hidden force behind Frank Sinatra's first big hit with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, "I'll Never Smile Again." Writt...

Cindy Scarr explores the challenges faced by Jewish singers when they encounter unexpected voice issues, highlighting stories from well-known performers like...

In the hours leading up to his performance at the Nova festival, an artist delivered a poignant rendition of a song that resonates with significant themes wi...

Shloime Gertner's new album "ADEI AD" showcases his unique musical style, blending timeless themes with contemporary touches. Featuring collaborations with n...

Lior Zaltzman expresses admiration for a unique rendition of the Jewish liturgical poem Adon Olam, sung to the tune of Fleetwood Mac's "Landslide" by Cantor ...

The 79th annual Tony Awards was a night to celebrate impressive achievements by Jewish women in theater. Notably, Alicia Moore, known as Pink, hosted the eve...

David Assaf's new book, "Ima yekara li (Mother, my dear mother)," delves into the fascinating history and cultural significance of songs centered around the ...

Zamru, a program under the Fuchsberg Jerusalem Center, brings the power of music and spirituality to the forefront, transcending political and religious barr...

Akiva Schick delves into the fascinating intersection of Klezmer and Jazz, spotlighting the enigmatic Joseph Cherniavsky and his Yiddish-American Jazz Band f...

Avi Fox-Rosen, a prominent composer and musician known for his involvement in Yiddish culture, has released a new album inspired by Irena Klepfisz's renowned...

The Jerusalem Orchestra East & West's youth program in Tel Aviv, led by conductor Tom Cohen, offers an innovative blend of Eastern and Western musical tradit...

Gerald Early examines the legendary jazz trumpeter Miles Davis in honor of what would have been his 100th birthday. The article delves into Davis's early car...

Nobel Prize-winning musician Bob Dylan turns 85, and in celebration, a curated 85-minute playlist has been created to honor his musical legacy. This playlist...

During the celebration of David Attenborough's 100th birthday at the Royal Albert Hall, his recitation of the song "What a Wonderful World" highlighted the s...

Noam Bettan, Israel's Eurovision 2026 candidate, captured the audience with a poignant trilingual song "Michelle," sung in Hebrew, French, and English. Celeb...

Paul Simon's groundbreaking 1986 album, Graceland, recorded with South African musicians during apartheid, is set to become a movie. The film, The Road Home,...

Israeli singer Noam Bettan achieved a second consecutive second-place finish at the Eurovision Song Contest, despite protests and a contentious public voting...

Rodney Crowell, a Grammy-winning country music artist, has revealed his deep admiration for the Jewish-Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen through his n...

Pnina Rosenblum, an iconic Israeli figure known for her flamboyant style and entrepreneurial spirit, has reinvented herself yet again as a wartime chanteuse ...

Pnina Rosenblum, an iconic figure in Israeli popular culture, has reinvented herself as a wartime singer during recent conflicts. Her release of "Eifo Hayite...

With Israel's involvement in the Eurovision Song Contest making headlines, its participation in 2026 is argued to be one of the most controversial yet, espec...

Noam Bettan, Israel's representative at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, remains buoyant despite protests during his semi-final performance. Critics ha...

Israeli Eurovision contestant Noam Bettan faced protests chanting "stop the genocide" during his performance amid growing controversy over Israel's participa...

Canadian singer Celine Dion's song "La Mémoire d'Abraham" from her 1995 album "Deux" features unexpected Jewish themes, rooted in the lyrics of French Jewish...

Israeli contestant Noam Bettan is representing Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, amid controversy and scrutiny over Israel's participation. Fi...

The newly released Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael," highlights the role of Jewish music executive Walter Yetnikoff in breaking MTV's racial barriers. The f...

Veteran artists Mike Stoller and Iris Rainer Dart reflect on their enduring contributions to musical theater, revisiting their Yiddish influences and storied...

The relationship between the Beatles and Bob Dylan is explored in depth in Jim Windolf's new book, "Where the Music Had to Go." It delves into how these cult...

Michael Tilson Thomas, renowned conductor and influential figure in classical music, passed away at 81. Known for his contributions to orchestras like the Sa...

Noah Kahan: Out of Body on Netflix offers an intimate look at rising Jewish singer Noah Kahan, exploring themes of family, mental health, and identity. The d...

Michael Tilson Thomas, a renowned conductor, composer, and LGBTQ+ trailblazer, passed away at 81 from brain cancer. Raised amidst the vibrant legacy of the Y...

This piece spotlights six Israeli musical talents who have gained international attention, embracing both Hebrew and English languages. Israeli singer Noga E...

Fans of the Marx Brothers are thrilled to discover a recording of Harpo Marx, famously known for his mute performances, speaking during a March 1964 benefit ...

The Dutch National Opera presents Mieczyslaw Weinberg's powerful opera, 'Die Passagierin' (The Passenger), a compelling piece that explores the Holocaust fro...

In this episode, the podcast explores the inspiring story of a pianist who overcame the traumatic experience of losing a finger to continue playing and achie...

Howard Reich, a longtime music critic for the Chicago Tribune, reflects on his unexpected relationship with Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel, which began when ...

Noga Erez has made history by becoming the first Israeli female artist to headline at Coachella. Her journey to perform at the legendary music festival was f...

Yiddish Glory's new album, "The Silenced Songs of WWII," continues the project of preserving Soviet-Jewish cultural heritage through music, initiated by Moys...

The poignant Yiddish poem "My Sister Khaye," written by Binem Heller in memory of his sister who perished in the Treblinka concentration camp, was immortaliz...

This episode of the podcast "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories" delves into the life of a world-class pianist, exploring their journey, influences, and ...

Amidst rising pressure from Jewish groups and criticism from officials, the British government denied entry to rapper Ye, formerly Kanye West, leading to the...

Galeet Dardashti and Jacqueline Rafii are on a mission to preserve Persian Jewish music, a heritage at risk of fading. They both draw inspiration from their ...