Roï Azoulay - Conductor

Tuesday night was an unforgettable event as I conducted The Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra through a monumental program. The magic we created together was truly awe-inspiring.

Saint-Saëns' beautiful and energetic Piano Concerto No. 1, with the brilliant Malachi Rozenbaum His performance perfectly balanced energy and elegance, captivating the audience from the very start.

We were honored to present the world premiere of Amnon Wolman's Concerto for Piano, Computerized Technology, and Orchestra. Pianist Hagai Yodan was extraordinary, skillfully navigating this innovative blend of orchestration and technology with outstanding musicality, grace, and flair.

The concert climbed to its zenith with Camille Saint-Saëns' Symphony No. 3, Op. 78 in C minor, known as the "Organ Symphony." The breathtaking sound of the organ, masterfully played by Boris Zobin, filled the hall with grandeur and depth that seemed to transcend time.

We concluded with the hauntingly beautiful Symphonic Poem Danse Macabre, Op. 40, featuring a stunning solo by the Jerusalem Symphony Concertmaster, Janna Gandelman. Her passionate rendition brought this fascinating dance of death to life, ending the night on a high note.

Thank you to our soloists, wonderful and devoted musicians of the orchestra, composer Amnon Wolman, the Jerusalem Theater Piano Festival, and Prof. Michael Wolpe for his unwavering dedication to creating magic by bringing his vision to reality.

Two weeks from now, Tuesday, November 12th, I’ll be honored to launch the 11th Piano Festival at the Jerusalem Theater. This year, the festival will pay tribute to French composer Camille Saint-Saëns.

The Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra
Conductor: Roï Azoulay

Program:

Saint-Saëns: Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 17 in D Major
Soloist: Malachi Rozenbaum

Amnon Wolman: Concerto for piano, computerized technology, and orchestra – premiere, commissioned by the Festival
Soloist: Hagai Yodan

Saint-Saëns: Symphony No. 3, Op. 78 in C minor, "Organ Symphony"
Organ: Boris Zobin

Saint-Saëns: Danse Macabre, Op. 40

I'm so excited about this beautiful and majestic program, collaborating with many great musicians and an excellent orchestra. I'm thankful to the festival's Artistic Director, Prof. Michael Wolpe, and the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra for the invitation.

🎶 Exciting news! 🎶 I'm thrilled to return to my beloved Montreal this December to conduct Handel's Messiah with the Orchestre classique de Montréal, brilliant soloists, and choirs. This performance holds a special place in my heart, especially after the passing of my dear mentor and friend, Maestro Boris Brott.

Tonight, we will be presenting "Café Oran" at Recanati Hall. The show is dedicated to the golden age of Franco-Algerian music, known in France as "La chanson francarabe". This unique musical style combines Algerian Arab music, French chanson, Flamenco, and the influences of Latin-American dances. It was developed in Algeria after World War II and the end of the Algerian War. Jewish composers and performers such as Salim Halali, Line Monty, Maurice El Medioni, Lili Boniche, and Enrico Macias are among the artists who played a significant role in shaping Algeria's folk music forever.

We are honored to have soloist Gabriel Ohayon from Bordeaux, France, and the impressive tenor Shimon Siboni joining us.

I am so thrilled to conduct the Israeli Andalusian Orchestra with its incredibly talented group of young and dynamic musicians led by our Artistic Director, Elad Levi, and the fantastic orchestrations of Liran Shlomo, Oren Lok, Eyal Rich and Ilya Kuzinets.

Get ready for a colorful and exciting performance!

Tonight at 20:30!
Recanati Hall, מוזיאון תל אביב לאמנות - Tel Aviv Museum of Art

Tomorrow night, at the Knesset, I will be conducting the The Israeli Andalusian Orchestra in a big concert of “S’lichot” hosting Shuli Rand, Amir Benayoun, Eli Luzon, Lior Elmaleh, Gusto and Shir Ifrah.

Tonight and tomorrow night at the Ashdod Performing Arts Center משכן אומנויות הבמה ,אשדוד!!!