Music
The alchemist of the strings: Michael Greilsammer returns to Jerusalem
From classical foundations to Caribbean reggae and cinematic themes, Michael Greilsammer brings his musical odyssey home to Jerusalem.
Jewish musical group performs song in Hebrew in historic Australia Day concert in Sydney
Former Hamas hostage shares preview of new song one year after release from captivity
Once Upon a Mattress proves fairy tales are funnier when turned upside down
'Inner core of love': Hostage survivor Matan Angrest joins Ishay Ribo on stage in NYC - opinion
Former hostage Matan Angrest stood on the stage next to Ishay Ribo and chose the song “Tocho Ratzuf Ahava” (Its Inner Core Is Filled With Love), a song about love of God, and about God’s love for us.
Boundless Bach at the 12th rollout of the Jerusalem Piano Festival
The 'Bach for Two and Three Pianos' concert makes for one helluva evening’s entertainment, but Shapira takes the presentation offering and listening experience a step or two further.
Kennedy Center demands $1M in damages from musician after canceled Christmas performance - AP
The cancellation followed the White House’s decision last week to rename the center in honor of US President Donald Trump, the Associated Press reported on Friday.
Jerusalem Highlights: December 26 – January 1
What’s new to do in Israel’s capital?
Bar Rose's most recent albums bring complex instrumentation to the forefront
For anyone who resonates with classic textures, rich arrangements, and laid-back groove, Bar Rose’s music will immediately hit home.
US House reaches bipartisan majority opposing radio performance tax
The Local Radio Freedom Act crossed a key House majority threshold, reflecting bipartisan resistance to new fees on local radio broadcasters.
The composer who solved a riddle: Hana Ajiashvili takes the Azrieli Prize for Jewish Music
2026 Azrieli Prize winner Hana Ajiashvili reimagines a medieval riddle in “Riddle,” shaping history and personal experience into a powerful score.
The ever-evolving David Broza: A new live jazz album
David Broza's music career has spanned decades and genres, and his new Jazz venture is as bold as he's always been.
Spotify down for thousands of US users, Downdetector shows
There were more than 13,500 reports of issues with the streaming platform as of 09:09 a.m. ET, according to Downdetector, which tracks outages by collating status reports from a number of sources.
Daphna Ban explores growing up and identity in new album Heat Wave
“I guess the album is really about growing up and shaping yourself as a young adult trying to make sense of everything that happens to you,” said Daphna Ban.
