Israel philharmonic orchestra

IPO joins forces with Munich Philharmonic

Lahav Shani, the IPO’s dynamic, young conductor, seized this period of national reconciliation between Germany and Israel for three special memorial concerts in Munich, Dortmund, and Dresden. 

 LAHAV SHANI leads members of the Munich Philhamonic and Israel Philharmonic in concert.
 MANFRED HONECK

Concert review: An evening of waltzes by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra

 Uri Shafir, ‘The Waiting Hollow’

Jerusalem highlights: May 23-29

 MAESTRO LEONARDO SINI.

Maestro Leonardo Sini masterfully handles the podium with the Israel Philharmonic - review


Jerusalem highlights: February 7-13

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

 Orna the fortune teller

Sunny, southern sounds: The 14th winter edition of Red Sea Jazz Festival mixes things up

The wider-ranging areas of the festival itinerary include stellar singer-songwriter Tamir Grinberg, high-energy African groove from Tama Rada, and more.

 MIRI MESIKA joins up with the 12-strong Israeli Jazz Orchestra.

The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra cultivates the next generation of talent

The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra Academy is the first in Israel specifically designed to prepare talented young musicians for a career with a professional orchestra.

 IPO ACADEMY participants, from left, are Tamar Deutsch, Inbar Segev Susar, Alevtyna Rakhmanina, and Nasif Francis.

Lost music finds the light: A special concert lights up legacy of Jewish composers in Terezin

These musicians bring both sensitivity and creativity to their work, blending tradition with innovation in a way that’s sure to make this concert an unforgettable experience.

 TOSCANINI STRING QUARTET at Studio Annette, Tel Aviv.

A concert of hope: Honoring memory, renewing strength through sacred Jewish music

Concert tickets are available for the symbolic price of NIS 20 to encourage the public’s participation in this celebration of resilience and remembrance. 

 THE ISRAEL Philharmonic Orchestra.

American Jewish artist on contributing to Philharmonic Oct. 7 tribute

Artist Joel Mesler says his work "L'Chaim", presented at the joint project, is about choosing life in the face of adversity.

 Joel Mesler's piece 'L'Chaim'.

Israel Philharmonic’s powerful tribute to October 7 blends art and music

Visual art reflecting on October 7 is set to classical music in this multisensory experience.

 THE ISRAEL Philharmonic Orchestra.

Israel Philharmonic Orchestra season to debut in shadow of Oct. 7 anniversary

“Our goal is to make every concert special and give the audience a distinct highlight to take home,” said Alisa Meves, who is beginning her second season as artistic director of the IPO.

 THE ISRAEL Philharmonic Orchestra.

Jerusalem to chime with the sounds of chamber music

“The role of music is to bridge gaps and connect people wherever they are. It uplifts the soul."

INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER Music Festival artistic director Elena Bashkirova will host baritone Thomas A. Bauer.

Israel philharmonic orchestra delivers memorable season finale in Haifa - review

The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra concludes its 2023-24 season in Haifa with Beethoven's Triple Concerto and Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

 Haifa Auditorium, 26 April 2008.

Bringing in a new era of the Israel Philharmonic - review

Shani’s bold programming and the orchestra’s vibrant energy mark this new era of the Israel Philharmonic.

 THE ISRAEL Philharmonic Orchestra.