Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood will return to Israel in November for a performance with Israeli musician Dudu Tassa at the 27th Jerusalem International Oud Festival.
The festival, scheduled for November 5-12, will bring together musicians from Israel and abroad for a series of original productions and cross-cultural collaborations at venues across Jerusalem. Tickets range from 90 to 250 shekels.
Dudu Tassa and Jonny Greenwood
(Photo: Lior Keter)
Greenwood and Tassa will once again perform Jarak Qaribak, Arabic for “Your Neighbor Is Your Friend,” their collaborative project built around reinterpretations of songs from across the Middle East.
The festival will take place at three venues: the Jerusalem Theatre, Khan Theatre and Confederation House.
Among the international guests is veteran Greek singer Babis Tsertos, who will be joined by Greek singer and santur player Areti Ketime.
The program will also feature three leading performers of Indian classical music: bansuri flutist Rakesh Chaurasia, sitar player Purbayan Chatterjee and tabla player Ojas Adhiya.
Another major production will mark 10 years since the death of celebrated Israeli singer and musician Ahuva Ozeri. Led by Avi Belleli of the band Nikmat HaTraktor, the tribute will feature Efrat Gosh, Hila Ruach, Ruth Dolores Weiss and Galia Hai.
Pianist and singer Shlomi Shaban will host musician Mark Eliyahu and the Kadosh brothers, while opera singer Nour Darwish will also appear at the festival.
Other performances include saz ensemble Sazland, led by Gur Volner; a trio headed by oud player, composer and researcher Dr. Wasim Odeh; an oud recital by Prof. Taiseer Elias; and Bridge of Strings, a production by oud player, singer and composer Sharli Sabah. Pianist Omri Mor will also perform in a joint show with percussionist and singer Shlomo Bar.
The festival will close with Israeli band Teapacks performing alongside the Hafla and Hora Orchestra.