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Classical Music in Israel
Classical music in Israel is much more popular than many other Western countries with a surprisingly young audience often attending concerts. With classical music in Israel being so popular - leading musicians often visit, along with the many leading Israeli classical musicians who perform regularly across the country. Israel is known for the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, which often performs in the Charles Bronfman Auditorium in Tel Aviv, attracting a diverse audience. There is a fond appreciation for classical music in Israel meaning there are many events, shows and performances throughout the country. Here are some past and upcoming classical music events in Israel.
Safed Klezmer Festival: Mid-August 2026
The yearly Safed Klezmer Festival is a wonderful opportunity for people to come to the city and experience its history, heritage, and culture while enjoying traditional Jewish Klezmer music. The festival has eight open air stages which are set up around the parks and public squares of the Old City’s Jewish Quarter and Artists Quarter,... Read More
Jerusalem Oud Festival: Mid-November 2026
The Jerusalem Oud Festival is one of the most unusual cultural initiatives in Jerusalem. This incredible event enriches the city’s cultural scene every year with new sounds of distant cultures. It deepens our sense of familiar sounds and protects sounds on the verge of disappearing. The Jerusalem Oud Festival is a unique celebration of cultural... Read More
Free Opera in the Park in Tel Aviv: Early September 2026
Tel Aviv hosts an annual opera in the park performance every July in the beautiful Yarkon Park in the north of the city. The 2011 opera will take place on Thursday July 19 at 9pm and will be a special outdoor performance of Mozart's Magic Flute. Entrance is, of course free, and seating is on the grass so be sure to get there a little early, bring a blanket, and have a great evening. Read More
