Classical Music

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In Times of Terror, Israelis Turn to Classical Music

Rebecca Cypess in Hadassah · 25 Sep

Amid the chaos following the October 7, 2023 terror attacks in Israel, the Carmel Quartet, led by violinist Rachel Ringelstein, emerged as a beacon of healing and resilience through classical music.

0 Music Holocaust

Meet the singer who performs Yiddish opera from Holocaust survivors—and also Wagner

Culturally Jewish · 27 May

Jaclyn Grossman, a Toronto-based soprano, explores the tension between performing Wagner's operas, despite the composer's antisemitic legacy, and Yiddish works by Holocaust survivors through her co-founded Likht Ensemble.

0 Television/Film Music

Kaddish for the Maestro

Leon Botstein in Jewish Review of Books · 26 Apr

"Kaddish for the Maestro" is a film directed by Bradley Cooper that portrays the legendary musician Leonard Bernstein.

0 Literature Holocaust

Critic’s account of classical music after the Holocaust is named Jewish book of the year

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 24 Jan

Jeremy Eichler's book, "Times Echo: The Second World War, the Holocaust, and the Music of Remembrance," has been named the Jewish Book Council's Book of the Year.

0 Music History

Leonard Bernstein was far more Jewish than you'd know from 'Maestro'

Mira Fox in Forward · 8 Dec 2023

The article discusses the omission of Leonard Bernstein's Jewish identity in the new biopic "Maestro."

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From ‘Star Wars’ to Madonna: 11 times shofars showed up outside shul

PJGrisar in Forward · 12 Sep 2023

The shofar, a hollow horn made from the head of a ram, goat, or antelope, is primarily used in religious rituals.

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Denis Brott has recovered from severe COVID—but not from his brother's sudden death

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 1 Jun 2023

Renowned cellist Denis Brott, a survivor of a severe case of COVID-19 that nearly took his life, is preparing to launch the Montreal Chamber Music Festival, an event he founded to promote classical music accessibility.

0 Music Leadership

IPO's Lahav Shani compares orchestra conducting to film direction

What Matters Now · 7 Oct 2022

Israel Philharmonic Orchestra's conductor Lahav Shani discusses his dual roles as a musician and conductor and the challenges of guiding an orchestra while maintaining close ties with the musicians, many of whom are his peers.

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Yiddish Folk Song in Classical Music

Alex Weiser in Tablet · 24 Jun 2022

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Jewish composers in Russia began incorporating Yiddish folk songs into classical music arrangements.

0 Music Culture

The classical world remembers renowned conductor Boris Brott, 78, who 'painted with music'

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 7 Apr 2022

The episode commemorates the life and impact of Boris Brott, an iconic Canadian conductor who made classical music accessible and vibrant.

0 Culture History

Take Me to Church: Ep. 290

Unorthodox · 7 Oct 2021

This episode of Unorthodox delves into the complexities of kosher certification, highlighting the Orthodox Union's decision not to certify "Impossible Pork" and discusses the provocative history of radio priest Father Charles Coughlin.

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Beethoven and Freedom

David P. Goldman in Tablet · 16 Dec 2020

This article discusses the connection between Beethoven's music and the concept of freedom.

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Is Wagner’s Racism as Bad as It Sounds?

David P. Goldman in Tablet · 2 Nov 2020

The article discusses whether Wagner's racism was as bad as it sounds.

0 Politics Culture

When Have You Had Enough?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 20 Jul 2020

The text discusses the lack of overwhelming hospitalization rates or rising mortality figures despite increasing COVID case rates.

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The Jewish Beethoven

David P. Goldman in Tablet · 11 Mar 2020

Renowned musicians Emanuel Ax, Yo-Yo Ma, and Leonidas Kavakos performed at Carnegie Hall to celebrate Beethoven's 250th birth year and honor late violinist Isaac Stern's 100th birthday, showcasing Beethoven's chamber music legacy.

0 Culture Politics

Views from the 6: Ep. 67

Unorthodox · 23 Nov 2016

In this live episode from Toronto, writer David Bezmozgis discusses the potential dangers of a Trump presidency and advises Americans to stay and fight rather than flee to Canada.

0 Music Gender/Identity

‘Go Down, Moses’: Engaging With My Complex Musical Heritage at Passover

Anthony Russell in Tablet · 7 Apr 2014

The author reflects on his journey of engaging with his complex musical heritage at Passover, specifically exploring his experiences with negro spirituals and Yiddish songs.

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