Israeli Andalusian Orchestra
Israeli Andalusian Orchestra (Hebrew: התזמורת האנדלוסית הישראלית) is an Israeli orchestra founded in Ashdod, Israel.
Israeli Andalusian Orchestra התזמורת האנדלוסית הישראלית אשדוד | |
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Orchestra | |
Abatte Barihun performing with the Israeli Andalusian Orchestra | |
Founded | 1987 |
Location | Ashdod, Israel |
Website | www |
History
A project to honor the heritage of immigrants from the Magreb which was to become the Israeli Andalusian Orchestra, was formed in Ashdod in December 1987, as a joint initiative of the liturgical singer and classical conductor Moti Malka and then-mayor Arieh Azulay,[1] both of Moroccan origin.[2] The Israeli Andalusian Orchestra, which is financed by the Ashdod municipality and the Culture Ministry, has become an Israeli musical and cultural icon, touring in Israel, the United States,[3] and European countries.[1]
The orchestra is composed of around 30 musicians and lyricists mainly of Tunisian, Moroccan and Russian origin and features traditional Sephardic Jewish-Arab and Andalusian music and poetry, combining classical Arab-Andalusian and European instruments. The orchestra's artistic director and head conductor is Sivan Albo-Ben Hur.
Awards and recognition
In 2006, the orchestra was awarded the Israel Prize, for its lifetime achievement and special contribution to society and the State.[4]
References
- Cidor, Peggy (16 November 2006). "Classical Sephardi conquers the world". Jerusalem Post. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- Bouziane, Daoudi (2 March 2000). "L'Orchestre Andalous d'Israël réunit musiciens séfarades et ashkénazes". Libération (in French). Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- Heckman, Don (21 June 2000). "Israel Andalusian Orchestra Offers Impressive Blend". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- "Israel Prize Official Site – Recipient's C.V." (in Hebrew). "Israel Prize Official Site – Judges' Rationale for Grant to Recipient" (in Hebrew). Archived from the original on 2008-12-26.
External links
- Orchestre Andalou d'Israel - CDs. Magda Records
- Orchestre Andalou d'Israel - Videos
- The Life and Death Andalusian Orchestra. Documentary film. Directed by David Noy