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Alex Weiser and Ben Kaplan have transformed the unfinished scholarly project of the Yiddish language dictionary into a chamber opera, bringing the postwar st...

Marking YIVO's centennial, Alex Weiser and Ben Kaplan present "The Great Dictionary of the Yiddish Language," a chamber opera exploring the epic but incomple...

Azi Schwartz, cantor at Park Avenue Synagogue, continues his tradition of creatively reimagining Jewish liturgical music by setting "Adon Olam" to the tune o...

The Metropolitan Opera is set to adapt Michael Chabon's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay," into an opera for its 2025...

In an exploration of Bob Dylan's creative journey during the production of his iconic album 'Blood on the Tracks,' Sam Sussman interweaves personal narrative...

Anne Sebba's book "The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz" delves into the complex narrative of Jewish women musicians who survived Auschwitz by playing in an or...

The role of the chazzan in Jewish prayer has evolved significantly over time. Traditionally, the chazzan was integral to both liturgical and musical aspects ...

Jane Eisner's new biography, "Carole King: She Made the Earth Move," explores the enduring legacy of the singer-songwriter as a cultural icon. Starting from ...

Mark Volman, co-founder of The Turtles, significantly influenced the music industry through his iconic band and its popular Happy Together tours, despite bat...

John Coltrane's iconic album "A Love Supreme," recorded on December 9, 1964, with his renowned quartet, is celebrated not only for its innovative music but a...

Motty Steinmetz has emerged as one of the foremost voices in Jewish and Hasidic music, renowned for his spiritual and emotive singing which bridges generatio...

Following the tragic events of October 7, 2023, at the Nova music festival, music has become a powerful medium of memorial and healing for grieving families ...

Carole King's groundbreaking 1971 album "Tapestry" revolutionized the singer-songwriter movement, providing a voice for many during a turbulent American era....

Matisyahu, the esteemed artist known for his unique fusion of reggae, hip-hop, alt-rock, and pop with a foundation in Judaism, is set to perform in Seattle t...

Adam Duritz, frontman of Counting Crows, is the focus of a new documentary highlighting his musical journey and personal connections to Judaism. Raised in a ...

Irish rap group Kneecap has cancelled its sold-out U.S. tour due to member Mo Chara's legal issues over alleged support for Hezbollah, following a pattern of...

In Jewish music, misattributions can obscure a composition's true origins, as seen with the popular niggun "Kol Dodi Dofek Pischi Li (Ani Yesheinah)". Common...

Grammy-winning musician Joanie Leeds has released a heartwarming album titled "Ageless: 100 Years Young" in honor of her 100-year-old bubby, Sylvia Furshman ...

The hosts of the Commentary Magazine Podcast delve into their favorite Broadway musicals, exploring the specific performances and characteristics that make e...

Israeli musicians face a dilemma as signing a petition criticizing the war in Gaza leads to backlash and possible cancellation of performances, demonstrating...

Sharon Hampson of the famed children's music trio Sharon, Lois & Bram is rejuvenating her musical career with a family band that includes her daughter and gr...

Yehuda Kastel, better known as DJ Hudacris, shares his profound journey from a successful Hasidic DJ to battling severe anxiety following a bad psychedelic e...

Taylor Swift's upcoming album, "The Life of a Showgirl," seems to draw unexpected parallels with the experiences of artists like Marc Chagall facing creative...

Exploring the popular yet somber Jewish song "Dona Dona," this piece delves into its history and cultural significance. Originally a Yiddish poem titled "Dos...

Marc Bolan, the legendary frontman of T. Rex, emerged from East London as a Jewish pop icon who defined Glam Rock with his androgynous style and poetic, psyc...

Shimon Chaim Lichtman, a talented musician and choir director, shares insights into his musical influences and experiences working with the Yingerlach choir ...

The article analyzes the trend of transforming the traditional Jewish wedding ceremony under the chuppah into elongated musical performances. The author refl...

Dovid Pearlman, a 24-year-old rising star in Jewish music, navigates an evolving industry by prioritizing authenticity and trust in Hashem over trends and me...

Solomon Smulevitz, a prolific Yiddish songwriter and performer from the early 20th century, greatly influenced Jewish music despite struggling with financial...

Tom Lehrer, who recently passed away at age 97, left an indelible mark on Jewish music with his song "Hanukkah in Santa Monica." Although not a particularly ...

Exploring the deep connection between music and Jewish longing, particularly regarding Yerushalayim, this article showcases various Jewish artists sharing th...

Tom Lehrer, the American Jewish singer-songwriter who passed away at 97, masterfully infused Yiddishkeit into his satirical music, honing a tradition of Jewi...

A collection of Yiddish songs titled "Lider mit Palestine: New Yiddish Songs of Grief, Fury, and Love," produced by Joe Dobkin, Josh Waletzky, and Isabel Fre...

During a recent Portland concert, Jewish singer-songwriter Regina Spektor faced pro-Palestinian protester interventions, revealing the intersection of her mu...

Tom Lehrer, a satirist and mathematician, passed away at 97, leaving a legacy that includes the humor-filled song "(I'm Spending) Hanukkah in Santa Monica." ...

At a historically significant site in Nuremberg previously used for Nazi rallies, Bard College's "The Orchestra Now" performed a concert centered on Felix Me...

Louis Bannet, renowned as the "Dutch Louis Armstrong," used his exceptional jazz talent to survive the Holocaust. During WWII, Bannet was captured and taken ...

Connie Francis, the iconic Italian-American singer known for hits like "Where the Boys Are," recorded an album in 1960 titled "Connie Francis Sings Jewish Fa...

Rabbi Yitzchok Ungar, a revered Vizhnitzer chassid and composer, left a profound impact on chassidic music before his recent passing. Born in prewar Bratisla...

Alan Bergman, the Oscar-winning lyricist known for his collaborations with Barbra Streisand, has passed away at the age of 99. Together with his wife Marilyn...

This a cappella song creatively ties the themes of the Torah portion Matot-Masei to a sea shanty style, fittingly mirroring the 42 journeys of the Israelites...

Connie Francis, a celebrated mid-20th-century pop star who recently found a new audience on TikTok, has garnered renewed attention following her death at 87,...

Billy Joel, often considered a divisive figure in music criticism, is the focus of a comprehensive six-hour documentary by Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin, titl...

Walter Zev Feldman's memoir, "From the Bronx to the Bosphorus," explores his pivotal role in the 1970s klezmer revival and his lifelong fascination with the ...

Billy Joel, in HBO's documentary 'And So It Goes,' delves into his family's Holocaust history, revealing how it shaped his identity and influenced his public...

Jewish music has a unique way of revitalizing old classics with contemporary relevance, as detailed by Cindy Scarr. Songs like "Yifrach," "Mareh Kohein," "Ha...

An Orthodox Jewish music festival named Yamim Baim will take place at the historic Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in New York, echoing the legacy of the ic...

Cantors, once celebrated within the secluded Hasidic courts of Europe, became cultural icons with remarkable influence in America. This historical developmen...

Jerusalem-based singer Moshe Duvid Weissmandl has released his debut solo album, "Bekol Noim," showcasing a fresh chassidish voice combined with contemporary...

Avi Piamenta, a cherished figure in Jewish music, recently passed away, leaving behind a rich legacy alongside his brother, Yosi Piamenta. The Piamenta Broth...