It’s Good to Sing for Our Country
A Unique Collaboration Between the Revolution Orchestra and Rimon School of Music Celebrating the Beauty of Hebrew Song
“It’s Good to Sing for Our Country” is an extraordinary musical journey celebrating the rich heritage of Israeli song. This show offers a fresh and inspiring interpretation of pre-state Israeli music, blending past and present into a powerful artistic experience.
The Revolution Orchestra, under the artistic direction of Zohar Sharon and Roy Oppenheim, joins forces with Rimon School of Music to create a breathtaking performance that reimagines the beloved treasures of Hebrew song. The program features innovative orchestral arrangements of iconic classics such as “Omrim Yeshna Eretz” (They Say There is a Land), “Ma Omrot Eineich” (What Do Your Eyes Say), “Shir Ha’emek” (Song of the Valley), and “Shibolet Ba’sadeh” (A Sheaf in the Field), alongside original compositions inspired by these and other timeless pieces.
This unique performance integrates the soloists, orchestra, and choir with stunning video art by Ilan Nachum, showcasing breathtaking landscapes of Israel and creating a moving connection between the land’s visual and musical beauty. It’s a rare opportunity to experience these cherished songs—crafted by legendary composers such as David Zehavi, Mordechai Zeira, Yoel Angel, Matityahu Shelem, Yedidia Admon, and Nachum Nardi—through a contemporary lens, breathing new life into a 100-year-old legacy for audiences of all generations.
Arrangements and Compositions by Rimon School Graudates:
Yael Shimonov, Shani Berger, Leshem Ben David, Michael Ben Shalom, and Maor Badash.
Featuring Soloists from Rimon School of Music:
Eli Benacot (EWI), Sefi Zisling (trumpet), Eyal Hai (saxophone), Katya Tobol (piano).
Vocals: Shir Lamensdorf, Hagar Doron, Adaya Raviv, Oriel Tzarum, Yael Shimanov.
Choir:
Rimon Choir, conducted by Alex Wasserman
The Revolution Orchestra:
Conductor: Roy Oppenheim
First Violin: Adi Hlavin, Tomer Einat, Etien Meneri, Naama Serfaty
Second Violin: Hagar Maoz, Lia Raikhlin, Guy Shick
Viola: Daniel Tanchelson, Miri Manasherov, Udi Berner
Cello: Ben Shibolet, Romi Kopelman, Yael Sheizaf
Double Bass: Gil Goldin
Flute: Michal Tikotzki | Clarinet: Tomer Ornan | Horn: Shachar Ziv | Trumpet: Raz Arad | Trombone: Kesem Ninio
Harp: Ada Regimov | Percussion: Giori Politi | Drums: Dor Biran | Guitar: Shauli Fried | Piano: Zohar Sharon
Artistic Directors: Zohar Sharon and Roy Oppenheim
