The Many Voices of Jewish Music: Session #4 - Dr. Naomi Cohn-Zentner
Sun, Feb 08
|VIRTUAL
A leading voice in the study of contemporary Israeli music, Dr. Cohn-Zentner observes that Israeli songs about the war and the army have always been about a hope for peace, especially after October 7th.
Time & Location
Feb 08, 2026, 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
VIRTUAL
About the Act
SPONSOR / PRESENTER: Kolot Mayim Reform Temple
Dr. Naomi Cohn-Zentner (Ethno-musicologist, Bar-Ilan University, Israel) Music and War: An Optimistic View Sunday, February 8/26 A leading voice in the study of contemporary Israeli music, Dr. Cohn-Zentner observes that Israeli songs about the war and the army have always been about a hope for peace, especially after October 7th. Her talk will examine how Israeli musicians have responded to historic recent events—offering a timely exploration of music’s role in processing grief, inspiring resilience, and connecting community in times of crisis. Please note: The webinar will be recorded and sent to all who register. The Building Bridges speaker series is partially funded by the Jewish Federation of Victoria and Vancouver Island. Webinars are free to attend and donations will be gratefully received. Canadian tax receipts are available for any donations over $25. You can donate here if you wish: https://kolotmayimreformtemple.com/donations/ https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O-SQS2fpQm-FSx941rxlbg?_x_zm_rtaid=UMYR3UM_Sn2Dv_1HGl42oA.1763913247668.647e6958c729ea952855275e2ec50316&_x_zm_rhtaid=305#/registration