Jewish Musicians

0 Culture Holidays

I love Chrismukkah and I’m not afraid to admit it

Jewish Chronicle · 14 Nov

The piece explores the hybrid celebration of "Chrismukkah," where Christmas traditions blend with the Jewish festival of Chanukah.

0 Music Culture

9 Iconic Halloween Songs That Were Written By Jews

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 30 Oct

Many iconic Halloween songs have surprising Jewish origins, demonstrating the significant contributions of Jewish musicians to this spooky genre.

0 Holidays Music

In first Tisha B’Av after Oct. 7, Jewish writers, musicians, and lay leaders compose new liturgy and traditions to mourn a fresh tragedy

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 9 Aug

In response to the tragedy of Oct. 7 and the ongoing conflict, Jewish writers, musicians, and leaders are creating new liturgy and rituals to mourn during Tisha B'Av.

0 Music Communities

How two Jewish musicians turned front porches in Brooklyn into a vibrant music scene

Jon Kalish in Forward · 1 Jul

In Ditmas Park, Brooklyn, two Jewish musicians, Roy Nathanson and Aaron Lisman, have created vibrant music scenes on front porches during the pandemic.

0 Music Culture

Histoire de Serge Gainsbourg

Jeff Weiss in Tablet · 5 Jun

Serge Gainsbourg's former home at 5 bis rue de Verneuil has become a public mausoleum, offering visitors a glimpse into the life of the iconic singer and songwriter.

0 Music Jewish Law

New York klezmer legend Frank London is gearing up to fight for his life. But first, one more show.

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 24 May

Renowned New York klezmer musician Frank London faced a critical health battle with cancer, requiring immediate treatment, forcing him to postpone concerts and a festival.

0 Holocaust Music

A life of music and promise shattered by the Holocaust in an unforgettable film

Simi Horwitz in Forward · 26 Oct 2023

"Winter Journey" is a poignant film that intertwines fiction and documentary elements, exploring the story of a widower, a father, and a Holocaust survivor portrayed by Bruno Ganz.

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What’s Jewish about the jam band Phish? Many things, according to a new book.

BCohen in Forward · 9 Sep 2023

The book "This Is Your Song Too: Phish and Contemporary Jewish Identity" explores the connection between Jewish fans and the jam band Phish.

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The brilliant Jewish artist that time forgot

ALanger in Forward · 9 May 2023

Eudice Shapiro, a Jewish violinist who died in 2007 at the age of 93, was a highly talented musician who struggled to find recognition in America.

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Missing Notes

Matti Friedman in Jewish Review of Books · 3 Oct 2022

"Recording History: Jews, Muslims, and Music across Twentieth-Century North Africa" by Christopher Silver explores the forgotten history of Jewish musicians in the Maghreb region during the first half of the 20th century.

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Sparks

Armin Rosen in Tablet · 9 Feb 2022

This article discusses the musical duo Sparks and their unique approach to creating music.

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How Jazz Healed a City

Emily Benedek in Tablet · 12 Aug 2021

Last year, Evan Sherman, a young and talented jazz drummer, found himself without gigs due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

0 Music Sports

S2E10 - Menschwarmers Radio: The best Jewish sports songs

Menschwarmers · 9 Jun 2021

In episode 10 of Menschwarmers Radio, hosts Gabe and Jamie explore Jewish sports songs by Jewish musicians, discussing the intersection of Jewish identity and sports in music.

0 Music History

The Soul of a Machine

Samantha Shokin in Tablet · 7 Mar 2019

The article discusses the history and significance of the theremin, the first electronic instrument mass-produced and played without physical contact.

0 Politics Culture

The Hot Seat: Ep. 50

Unorthodox · 21 Jul 2016

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss the Republican National Convention, introducing Jewish comedian Catie Lazarus and Christian guest Scott Jones.

0 Israel Education

Political science: Early Israeli-German scientific exchanges

Tel Aviv Review · 4 Dec 2014

Prof. Ute Deichmann discusses the early Israeli-German scientific exchanges and their role in paving the way for normalization of diplomatic relations between the two countries, shedding light on this lesser-known aspect of history.

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