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In 1943, during their time in Terezin concentration camp, Peter Kien and Viktor Ullmann created the symbolic opera "The Emperor of Atlantis" as a reflection ...

Cantor Azi Schwartz performed a heartfelt version of Adon Olam set to the tune of Coldplay's "A Sky Full of Stars" at his son Daniel's bar mitzvah, creating ...

Jason Gould, son of Elliott Gould and Barbra Streisand, has released a new EP titled "Sacred Days," showcasing his angelic voice and spiritual themes in his ...

Josh Kantor, the organist at Fenway Park for the Boston Red Sox, has maintained a streak of playing at every game for 21 seasons, totaling 1,698 games. Inspi...

Kveller's Passover Parody Contest is back after the success of the inaugural event last year, where readers submitted over 100 song parodies with a Passover ...

This year, Six13, a Jewish a cappella group, released a Purim song medley that is different from the usual parodies due to the current challenges facing Isra...

Eric Carmen, a talented musician who recently passed away at 74, was best known as the frontman for Raspberries, a group recognized for pioneering the power ...

The text discusses the popularity of the song "Giburei Al" (Superheroes) in Israel and highlights its significance in understanding Israeli identity. It refe...

Matisyahu, a Jewish American reggae singer, rapper, and beatboxer, expresses his belief in Israel's right to exist despite facing protests and cancellations,...

Louis Keene discusses the problematic origins of a popular Purim melody, Mishenichnas Adar, which is sung to the tune of the folk song "Pick A Bale of Cotton...

Beri Weber, known for his successful music career with nine albums and performances at luxury weddings worldwide, also serves as a rosh yeshivah for bochurim...

On an ordinary Monday in Israel, the narrator is uplifted by the joyful singing of schoolboys celebrating Rosh Chodesh Adar with traditional Jewish songs. Th...

Spring welcomes a new wave of Jewish cultural events, from Deli Segal's humorous one-woman show "Pickle" at Soho Theatre, KlezNorth AllStars Concert featurin...

Leonard Bernstein's profound connection to Israel began even before its establishment as a state. In 1947, he visited British Palestine and was captivated by...

Golda Amirova, a Ukrainian singer, stars in a musical called Golda that narrates her journey from Odesa to London through Israel, with influences from Fiddle...

Israel's 2024 Eurovision entry, "Hurricane" by Eden Golan, stands out as a dramatic power ballad with somber and dark tones, differing from previous more upb...

Leo Green, son of musician Benny Green, continues his family's musical legacy by leading the Leo Green Orchestra, set to perform in a monthly orchestral resi...

Israel released a new version of its Eurovision entry, "Hurricane," toned down from an earlier song, "October Rain," to remove political references. The song...

Steve Lawrence, renowned singer and son of a cantor, passed away at 88 in Los Angeles. Along with his wife Eydie Gorm, they formed a successful singing duo, ...

Kosha Dillz discusses embracing his Jewish identity through music and activism in a conversation with Joe Alterman.

Matisyahu, the American Jewish reggae musician, had his third concert canceled due to the threat of pro-Palestinian protests, following cancellations in Tucs...

The podcast series "The Nightingale of Iran" explores the life of Younes Dardashti, a Jewish maestro who was a celebrated singer in Iran during the mid-20th ...

Kosha Dillz, also known as Rami Even-Esh, discusses his journey from being a Jewish rapper to becoming an Israel activist, emphasizing the importance of embr...

Heavy metal star David Draiman, lead vocalist of Disturbed, who has family in Israel, broke his silence on his support for Israel during a Florida concert af...

The Metropolitan Opera's recent adaptation of Giuseppe Verdi's "The Force of Destiny" by Mariusz Trelnsky was criticized for its misguided portrayal, focusin...

Israel has been approved to participate in the Eurovision music competition after its latest song submission, "Hurricane," was accepted following the rejecti...

Iris Apfel, a Jewish fashion icon who passed away at 102, had a long and successful career in textile design, becoming famous for her unique style and signat...

The Warner siblings and Jason Craig have created "A Song for Ira," a nostalgic concept album that captures the essence of Jewish life in mid-20th century Tor...

Eric and Erin Warner, inspired by their late grandfather's long life in Toronto, collaborated with Jason Craig to produce a concept album, 'A Song for Ira,' ...

In August 2015, the author visited the Village, a performing arts school near Gaza in Israel, to paint and support talented young musicians in the region. Th...

Amidst the scarlet wildflowers that bloom annually near Gaza, the Darom Adom festival has seen decreased attendance due to the ongoing war. While typically d...

Eden Golan's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest representing Israel is in jeopardy due to a dispute over the songs she wants to perform. The Europe...

Jenni Asher, a talented violinist who converted to Judaism, is set to become the first ordained Black American woman cantor in the United States. Asher's jou...

The author recounts how Jewish music, inspired by their mother's German cultural background and classical influences, helped them navigate personal struggles...

In response to the trauma experienced by over 150 Israeli journalists and support professionals who covered the October 7 attacks where hundreds were killed,...

David Draiman, the Jewish frontman of heavy metal band Disturbed, raised over $29,000 through a fundraiser to provide private security for Matisyahu, the Jew...

Set during WWII in Shanghai, "migr" is a Romeo-and-Juliet musical that explores the love story of a Chinese woman and a Jewish man against the backdrop of Je...

In a lighthearted encounter, Jewish musician Matisyahu beatboxes with Moishe Oofnik from Israels Sesame Street, culminating in a beatboxing version of the cl...

The Beatles' success was not only influenced by their talent but also by the support of Jewish figures in their lives and careers. Brian Epstein, the band's ...

Leonard Cohen, the Jewish Canadian musician, had deep connections to Israel and Judaism throughout his life. His experiences in Israel during various visits ...

Steve Ostrow, a former cantor turned icon of NYC gay life, passed away at 91. He founded the Continental Baths, a famous gay bathhouse and disco that hosted ...

In 1967, during the film "Thoroughly Modern Millie," Julie Andrews sang a Yiddish song at a Jewish wedding scene in a story set in the 1920s. This moment is ...

"Emigr" is a new musical drama about the Jewish community in Shanghai during World War II, focusing on two Jewish brothers who flee to Shanghai and encounter...

Actresses Shira Haas and Sarah Paulson are set to star in a movie titled "Ethel" about Jewish conductor Ethel Stark, who led the first all-female orchestra i...

After the devastating attack on Israeli civilians on October 7, the country's music scene shifted dramatically to mournful songs reflecting the nation's grie...

Two concerts by Jewish singer Matisyahu in the Southwest have been canceled due to protests by pro-Palestinian activists. The venues cited staffing shortages...

Matisyahu, the reggae artist known for incorporating Judaism into his music, has accused consecutive venues of canceling his shows because of antisemitism. T...

Bob Marley, the reggae icon, had a deep connection to Judaism, according to his relatives and his lyrics. While his Jewish ancestry is unverified, Marley's m...

Eden Golan has been chosen to represent Israel in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest. She won the Israeli competition, beating three other finalists, and will ...

Ottalie Mark, a forgotten pioneer in movie music, played a crucial role in the transition from silent films to synchronized sound. Born to Russian Jewish imm...