Kol Zimrah Jewish Community Singers
Kol Zimrah, which means “voice of song”, began as a congregational choir in 1996.
Today, the group includes members from other synagogues in the Chicago area as well as some singers who do not belong to a congregation.
The choir provides a common forum for singers from diverse backgrounds to strive for musical excellence.
Coro Ha-Kol
The Coro Ha-Kol (The Voice) was founded in December 1993 on the initiative of some singers from the Tempio Maggiore, Rome’s largest synagogue, and other lovers of the Jewish musical tradition.
Moran Singers Ensemble
The Moran Singers Ensemble was founded in 1998 as a professional ensemble under the expert musical direction of conductor Naomi Faran.
It is dedicated to promoting musical excellence and solo singing among young Israeli singers.
The ensemble’s resident conductor is Tom Karni.
Catherine Kaspar
With her chanson band Déjà-vu, the multi-talented French chansonnier can be seen at various events and on stages throughout Germany.
Regina Yantian – Artistic Director
In the 14th year of the Louis Lewandowski Festival, for the first time only music by Oriental Jews will be heard, whose melodies, keys and choice of instruments are very much influenced by the musical culture of their Arab countries of origin in the Middle East and North Africa.
Jerusalem Academy Chamber Choir
The Jerusalem Academy Chamber Choir has 32 members, mainly students and graduates of the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance.
The choir, founded in 1969 by Avner Itai, was recognized as one of the best choirs in the country immediately after its founding.
The musical director is Stanley Sperber.
The Moran Choir
The Moran Choir consists of forty young singers between the ages of 12 and 18.
It was founded in 1986 by Naomi Faran with the vision of providing children with choral lessons, musical education and a platform to spread the fascination of choral music not only in Israel but all over the world.
The conductor and musical director of the choir is Naomi Faran.
The Baruch Brothers Choir
The Baruch Brothers Choir from Belgrade was founded in 1879 as the “Serbian-Jewish Singing Association” with the aim of cultivating the cultural and artistic heritage and tradition of the Jewish people living in this region of Europe.
Anna Segal – World premiere of the oratorio Todesfuge
The well-known Israeli composer Anna Segal has extensive experience as a musician.
She has worked with a variety of musical institutions and has had the good fortune to perform with the Berlin Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra and under the direction of Israeli conductor Lior Shambadal.
Cantor Joseph Malovany
With his unique voice, senior cantor Joseph Malovany from 5th Ave Synagogue in New York is one of the best-known stars of his profession.
His musical compositions are full of the authenticity of Jewish liturgy and inspire audiences worldwide.
Chernivtsi Symphony Orchestra
Academic Symphony Orchestra of the Chernivtsi Philharmonic Society.
The first concert of the symphony orchestra took place on November 26, 1992 in Chernivtsi.
It was organized by the Honored Artist of Ukraine Viktor Kostryzh and the Chairman of the Chernivtsi City Council Viktor Pavliuk.
Since 2000 chief conductor and art director – Josyp Sozansky
Cecilia Ensemble, Israel
A new ensemble from the Moran Choirs group, the Cecilia Ensemble, consists of eight outstanding solo singers from Israel.
The ensemble was founded in 2016 by Naomi Faran, conductor and musical director of the Moran Choirs, with the aim of performing original and unique musical programs on a professional level in collaboration with the best composers in Israel and around the world.
THE MOSCOW MALE JEWISH CAPPELLA
The Male Choir of Cantorial Art Academy was established in 1989 with personal support from Mikhail Gorbachev, then president of the USSR, and assistance from the Russian Jewish Community and Joint Distribution Committee, an American Jewish charity. In 1998 the choir was renamed the Hassidic Cappella and based at the Moscow Maryina Roshcha Jewish Community.
SAXOFONQUADRAT
The four Berlin musicians transcend established musical genre boundaries and socially established concert habits: Saxofonquadrat transforms the classical concert hall into a bubbling jazz stage and the wicked scene club into a devout church.
Adi Choir | Tel Aviv
Under the direction of conductor Oded Shomrony, the Adi Choir has sung in various a cappella concerts, collaborated with renowned Israeli orchestras and leading pop singers, and represented Israel at various festivals worldwide.
Ensemble Barocameri, Israel
Founded six years ago, the Barocameri ensemble is led by conductor and music director Avner Itai and includes musicians, singers and instrumentalists from all over Israel whose desire is to make music that they love, the way they love to make music.
Zemel Choir
The Zemel Choir, founded in 1955 by Dudley Cohen, enjoys international recognition as one of the best mixed Jewish choirs in the world.
Tivon Israel Chamber Choir
The Tivon Israel Chamber Choir was founded in 1974 and currently consists of 45 singers from Kiryat Tivon and the surrounding area in the north of Israel.
Jerusalem a Cappella Singers
The repertoire of the Jerusalem A-Cappella Singers reflects a prism of traditions.
In recent years, the ensemble has been invited to perform at official events in the Knesset.
Zurich Synagogue Choir
The “Synagogue Choir Zurich” comprises around twenty-four singers under the direction of conductor Robert Braunschweig.
The choir is supported by the Israelite Cultus Community Zurich ICZ.
Louis Lewandowski (1821 – 1894)
Louis Lewandowski left his family at the age of 12, which was not unusual at the time, went to Berlin and joined the Jewish community.
Cantor Ascher Lion quickly recognized Lewandowski’s musicality and beautiful boyish soprano and made him his musical assistant in the service.
