Billy Jonas and Naomi Less

This from Newle:
"There’s acid rock, blues rock, glam rock, punk rock, and about 100 more variations of good ol’ rock and roll. But readers, there is also Jewish Rock!

And two of the top stars of this genre, Billy Jonas and Naomi Less (whose website has a rock star worthy url), are putting on a concert just for you.

Jewish Rock Radio is streaming a series of six online interactive concerts, and each concert benefits a great Jewish organization. We’re grateful that two of the concerts will directly benefit Keshet’s work for a fully inclusive Jewish community. You can catch Billy Jonas on January 30th and Naomi Less on February 6th, both at 8:30 EST. Pay what you can and listen to a great 30 minute concert."

Read more at: https://newsle.com/article/0/56910172/

Barclay's Center Feature Helfgot and Perlman

Story in the Times:
http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/01/15/another-first-for-barclays-center-a-concert-of-jewish-music/

Article about Pro Musica Hebraica

Hadassah Magazine November 2012 ran an article "The Sound of Classical Jewish Music Preserved" about the work of Pro Musica Hebraica in both Washington, and now in NY. http://www.hadassahmagazine.org/site/apps/nlnet/content.aspx?c=twI6LmN7IzF&b=6725377&ct=12495031¬oc=1

Philip Glass at 75

The Forward profiled Philip Glass as part of a series with article and a video by reporter. http://forward.com/specials/forward-50-2012/philip-glass/?no-mobile-redirect

History of JDub in BrooklynInk

An interesting oral history of JDub Records ran in the BrooklynInk online. While short lived, the label had an impact on Jewish culture over several years.

http://thebrooklynink.com/2012/11/12/50511-klezmer-punks-gangsta-rabbis-an-oral-history-of-jdub-records-2002-2011/

Perlman/Helfgot CD in panel at CJH

The Center for Jewish History and the American Society of Jewish Music, along with Sony Masterwords, sponsored a panel discussion about the new CD, “Eternal Echoes: Songs and Dances for the Soul.” between two world-renowned musicians, violinist Yitzchak Perlman and Cantor Meir Helfgot. Hankus Netsky, spoke of his role as arranger and producer The Forward carried a story about the event:
http://forward.com/articles/163615/itzhak-perlman-and-cantor-yitzchak-meir-helfgot-wo/

Marvin Hamlisch remembered

in The Forward:
http://forward.com/articles/160693/marvin-hamlisch-was-top-of-the-pops/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=The%20Forward%20Today%20%28Monday-Friday%29&utm_campaign=Daily_Newsletter_Mon_Thurs%202012-08-08 and around the world:
on CNN:
http://news.blogs.cnn.com/2012/08/07/composer-marvin-hamlisch-dead-at-68/?iref=allsearch

Noreen Green in LA

A conversation with Noreen Green of Los Angeles Jewish Symphony
http://www.sequenza21.com/2012/08/a-conversation-with-dr-noreen-green-of-the-los-angeles-jewish-symphony/

The H-Song in Wall Street Journal

Even if you're kinda or really sick of "hava nagila," read this article. JMWC thinks the changing fortunes of this song shows growth of Jewish culture toward the next generation's sensibilities. Are we there yet?
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304388004577533092169060420.html

Tribute to Mickey Katz in Cleveland, OH

“Tribute to Mickey Katz” concert by Yiddishe Cup
WHEN: 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 9
WHERE: Alma Theater in Cain Park, Cleveland Heights
TICKETS: 216-371-3000, www.cainpark.com or www.ticketmaster.com

Read about all about Mickey Katz in the Cleveland Jewish News:

http://www.clevelandjewishnews.com/features/leisure/arts/article_f8858a68-d5a8-11e1-a7fa-001a4bcf887a.html

Hava Nagila at Olympics

This story from the Forward
http://forward.com/articles/160172/aly-raisman-rides-hava-nagila-to-win/#ixzz227AkgzEq

First Jewish Music Festival in Tatarstan

This is a fascinating article. In the Muslim country of Tatarstan, there was a held a Jewish music festival, not only spreading good music, but holding out hopes of peace. Read about it in the English Language Kazan Herald.

http://kazanherald.com/2012/06/14/tatar-capital-hosts-first-jewish-music-festival/

Tango and more

From Buenos Aires to the Promised Land in Washington Jewish Week
http://washingtonjewishweek.com/main.asp?Search=1&ArticleID=17360&SectionID=4&SubSectionID=4&S=1

World's Oldest Holocaust Survivor is Musician

7 Life Lessons
http://religion.blogs.cnn.com/2012/04/19/my-take-7-life-lessons-from-a-holocaust-survivor/

Lebanese Dancer Tells World She Wants Peace

An article appeared in the Jerusalem Post about a Lebanese Dancer who dared to express her wishes for PEACE on stage at a heavy metal concert. She performed on the same stage with Israelis, and held aloft the two flags, in a gesture of a wish for peace. Maybe if the men politicians, power people and haters of the old generation had the bravery of this girl, there would be peace...Orphaned Land - Norra el Norra - HELLFEST 2011 http://www.jpost.com/MiddleEast/Article.aspx?id=231492

Passover Playlist

The NYT has an article with a "playlist" for a Passover seder. I think readers of the Jewish Music WebCenter might want to contribute their own listings for Passover. So write us and let us know. http://dinersjournal.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/04/12/at-joedoe-its-not-passover-without-a-playlist/?smid=tw-nytimes&seid=auto

Judicial Review of "Divine Sparks"

In a very interesting way, The Boston Jewish Music Festival is continuing to build education about Jewish music. They've collaborated with The Arts Fuse: The Culture of New England, a discussion forum. This is their sixth session, "this time a discussion of the concert “Divine Sparks,” a provocative attempt to explore how Jewish cantorial music and other kinds of religious song can spark musical improvisation and spiritual experiences." Written by Steve Elman, the reviews are opinions of six knowledgable people who attended the event in March.
http://artsfuse.org/?p=27943

The Arts Fuse is an organization that attempts to provide serious, informed criticism and opinion about the arts, not just random blog posts or “Tweets.” It attempts to be literate, not wasting its readers’ time with rambling, poorly written copy, and it attempts be thought-provoking,inspiring a conversation among critics, producers, and consumers of the arts. http://artsfuse.org/

Living in Harmony NewsLetter

Living in Harmony Newsletter is about musical events in Israel. If you are interested in receiving regular news information, you may wish to consider subscribing online. Lloyd Masel bring you "what's on the music scene in Israel." It's free, so check it out.
http://link.prospect-services.com/v/1/eb20c0acb25f642c96dd346a5f55adab6b7210346658c26c

Bernstein Davening in the Vernacular

The Jewish Daily Forward contains a fascinating article on Leonard Bernstein for both his “Trouble in Tahiti” opera and a new book by Barry Seldes “Leonard Bernstein: The Political Life of an American Musician” (University of California Press). http://www.forward.com/articles/112431/

Hadassah Magazine Features Klezmer

A terrific picture by Jean Fruth of Cookie Segelstein, klezmer violinist, graces the front cover of Hadassah Magazine this month with a feature article on traditional klezmer music, written by George Robinson. There are lots of photos including Cookie, Josh Horowitz, Stu Brotman, Andy Statman, Alicia Svigals, Pete Rushefsky, Joel Rubin, Michael Winograd, Yale Strom, and others. George does a good job of explaining the branch of klezmer that focuses on traditional folk and how it differs from other groups. Cookie, Josh and Stu have a group called Veretzki Pass, which is an amazing group, especially to hear in person. It might be noted, as his article touches on the topic of sources, that we owe a debt of gratitude to klezmer musicians such as Josh Horowitz and Bob Cohen for years and years of dedicated research in Europe on recovering as much authentic music as possible. Josh has also transcribed some of his findings in a book which was briefly reviewed on this site Sephardisches Liederbuch (The Sephardic Songbook): 51 Judenspanische Lieder (51 Judeo-Spanish Songs) back in 2002. [ http://www.jmwc.org/jmwc_bookandscore_reviews.html. ] George also gives a "must haves" listing for this style of klezmer music in the article. To find out even more details about recordings and klezmer music and the musicians in this Hadassah Magazine feature, visit the Klezmershack. http://www.klezmershack.com, the world's premiere website devoted to klezmer music with over 12 years of materials, commentary and reviews of recordings, listings of bands, articles and just about anything one would like to know about klezmer music.

If you're not a member of Hadassah and don't get the magazine at home, you can find out about subscription inquiries to get a copy at 800 664-5646 or look at the Hadassah website at http://www.hadassah.org

Job Opening in New Orleans

Tulane University through Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks a creative, dynamic Head of Music & Media Librarian to work within the Public Services Division at an academic library located in New Orleans, LA. Reporting to the Director of Public Services, the Head of the Music and Media Librarian will play a key role in the Library’s efforts to rebuild its world-class music collections, which were heavily damaged by Hurricane Katrina. He or she will participate in committee service within the library and through professional activity help to advocate for the interests of librarians at Tulane and throughout the profession. The librarian may share reference duties with other librarians at a central Reference and Information Desk including some evening and weekend duty; and participate in the library’s instruction program. RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Develop new music and media collections in both digital and print formats;
* Act as bibliographer and liaison to the Music and Communication departments, providing reference and instructional services;
* Supervise a full-time Media Specialist who oversees the day-to-day running of the library’s music & media facility;
* Manage the development of a growing collection of audio recordings, video recordings, and other media which support the university curriculum, including a Film Studies program within the Department of Communication.
* Develop a dynamic vision for the library’s music and media resources, following national trends, current research, and the latest practices in the field;
* Participate in committee service within the library and through professional activity help to advocate for the interests of librarians at Tulane and throughout the profession;
* Some reference duties as required;
* Participate in the library’s instruction program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program or a significant background in music;
* Knowledge of music bibliography as evidenced by course work or experience;
* Two (2) or more years experience in reference and instruction in an academic library setting;
* Advanced degree in music or musicology or an interest or experience in film and media studies is preferred;
* Knowledge of trends in music and media librarianship including emerging digital formats;
* Familiarity with copyright, licensing and preservation issues;
* Excellent communication and teaching skills;
* Enthusiasm for an innovative and changing environment;
* Previous experience in collection development and a demonstrated skill in library instruction is preferred;
* Willingness to participate in professional development and in the shared governance of the Library and the University.

TO APPLY:

* For immediate consideration please email your cover letter and resume to Recruiter Brad Rogers at, jobs@libraryassociates.com.
* Please reference position title as the subject line of your email.
* Library Associates Companies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that values diversity in the workforce.

Faith Steinsnyder featured in Forward article

An article in the Forward about Faith Steinsnyder and her impact on the American cantorate on the July 9th worth viewing. http://www.forward.com/articles/13728/

Jewish Music Distribution Contact Info

For those that want the contact info for Jewish Music Distribution, here's the most recent:
Noa Lachman
Jewish Music Distribution
PO Box 67
Hailsham BN27 4UW
UK
Free phone: 0800 7811 686
Tel/Fax: (44) 01323 832 863
Website: www.jewishmusic-jmd.co.uk
email: orders@jewishmusic-jmd.co.uk

Gala Concert kicked off NY's Celebration of Israel at 60

"On March 30th, the Zamir Choral kicked off New York City's celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the founding of Israel to a sold-out Carnegie Hall. The star-studded concert featured the Zamir Chorale and Friends, including the legendary Theodore Bikel, Debbie Friedman, Cantors Alberto Mizrahi, Jack Mendelson and Lorna Wallach, and a special guest appearance by HaZamir: The International Jewish High School Choir, all under the direction of Matthew Lazar, Founder and Director of the Zamir Choral Foundation.

The concert traced the history of Israel through music, with musical selections that ranged from Hebrew chant through favorites from the beginnings of the state to contemporary peieces, including the world premiere of Israeli composer Yehezkel Braun's Bayom HaHu, specially commissioned for this concert.