Jewish Culture

As far back as the biblical period, art has been created and valued in Jewish communities.

Visual arts in Israel predate the country's independence yet play a defining role in the country's identity as a nation.

While the work of great Jewish artists continues to inspire generations, the concept of Jewish art remains a problematic one. The nagging question is, What makes Jewish art Jewish?

Contrary to popular perception, Jewish art dates back to Biblical times.

Changes are taking place in the leadership, participation, melodies, and instruments that are found in the synagogue.

The writings of Ashkenazic Jewry spans several languages and centuries.

The magic and zest of Ladino---the Judeo-Spanish Dialect--enliven the novels of Rosa Nissan.

The music of the synagogue celebrates both the diversity and unity of the Jewish people.

An overview of synagogue and religious music, including cantillation, nusah, the nigun, cantors and cantorial music, and the influence of prayer in the synagogue.

A Renaissance composer who applied the conventions of choral music to Jewish liturgy

With klezmer's popularity on the rise, artists have taken it in new--and sometimes "controversial"--directions.

In many ways, the history of Israeli music reflects the broad struggles of this young country.