Leonard Cohen, whose Jewish-infused poetry and songs inspired generations, is dead at 82
By Ron Kampeas (JTA) — Leonard Cohen, the Canadian singer-songwriter whose Jewish-infused work became a soundtrack for melancholy, has died. He was 82. “It is…
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Israeli performer Achinoam Nini – Noa – is coming to Calgary on November 10
(EJNews) – On Thursday November 10, 2016, at 7 pm renowned Israeli singer Noa will be performing in Calgary at a special concert event co-hosted…
Edmonton UJA Kickoff features clarinet virtuoso: Sept. 7
(EJNews) – From Carnegie Hall to Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre, the very gifted Israeli clarinet virtuoso Avigail Malachi-Baev will be performing with pianist Maya Rand at…
Nathaniel Rateliff – what a way to close a festival!
(EJNews) – Another stellar Edmonton Folk Music Festival wrapped up on Sunday night August 6, with great music, a wonderful atmosphere and the natural amphitheatre…
Calgary Folk Music Festival – a stellar festival in a stunning locale
(EJNews) – The 2016 Calgary Folk Music Festival ran from July 21 to 24, 2016 at the serene and stunning Prince’s Island Park just north of the…