music

AN IRANIAN FLAG flutters in front of the International Atomic Energy Agency headquarters in Vienna l

Granddaughters of Iranian Jewish singer recall his escape from the revolution

Known as the “Nightingale of Iran” for his powerful voice, Younes Dardashti was the only Jewish singer in the history of recorded classical Persian music to win broad national acclaim as a "maestro."

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
09/03/2024

Jerusalem highlights March 8-14

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

An Austrian-based Israeli pianist brings a taste of Viennese gaiety

Lior Kretzer will be joined on the venture by a couple of young local vocalists, Mika Cohen and Ezekiel Assia, who are currently progressing through the academic stages of their artistic continuum.

06/03/2024

Israel to change Eurovision song's name, lyrics amid political pressure

KAN will change the lyrics to Israel's 2024 Eurovision song submission, "October Rain," and its runner-up "Dance Forever" in order to allow the country to participate in the song contest.

Iranian singer who wrote anthem of Mahsa Amini protests sentenced to 3 years in prison

Last year, Shervin Hajipour won the Special Merit Award for Best Song For Social Change for his song Baraye at the GRAMMYs. 

03/03/2024

Rusalka at Israeli Opera: Water spirits and Czeck magic

Will the prince be able to repair the damage and keep his love human, or will she morph into a murderous spirit?

By HAGAV HACOHEN
02/03/2024
Subscribe for our daily newsletter
Subscribe for our daily newsletter

By subscribing I accept the terms of use and privacy policy