Hava Nagila Around the World - 100 Serbian Trumpets Play the Jewish Classic Song

"Sto Srpskih Truba" (100 Serbian Trumpets) is a unique musical ensemble composed of the top trumpet players from southern and western Serbia, particularly renowned performers from the Guča Trumpet Festival. 

 

Formed by journalist and music historian Dragan Babić, the group showcases the power and versatility of the Serbian trumpet, blending traditional folk melodies with modern arrangements. 

 

The ensemble features leading trumpeters from acclaimed orchestras such as those led by Dejan Lazarević, Veljko Ostojić, Ekrem Mamutović, Siniša Stamenković, Aca Novković, Milan Nikolić, Dejan Jevđić, Miroljub Kremić, and Mija Bondžulić. Under the musical direction of Maksut Maksutović Maksa, a descendant of the legendary Koštana, the orchestra delivers powerful performances that range from solemn marches to lively folk dances.

 

So what song do you expect them to play? Hava Nagila, of course. Since we started Jewish Humor Central in 2009 we have posted 131 different versions of Hava Nagila. The song has shown up in many countries, including some unexpected ones (Scroll down the left column on this page and click on Hava Nagila in the Keywords list and you'll see what we mean.)

 

Enjoy!

Jewish Traces in Unexpected Places: Jerusalem Cantors Choir Sings "Am Yisrael Chai" in New Synagogue in Serbia

Thirty cantors who lead services year-round in Jerusalem synagogues also sing in the Jerusalem Cantors Choir, with performances in Israel and beyond.

In July the choir traveled to Subotica, Serbia for the dedication of a renovated synagogue there. The cantors performed a full program of Israeli and Jewish songs that included Hatikvah, Oseh Shalom, Chiribim, Jerusalem of Gold, Al Kol Eleh, and many others.

Here is their rendition of Am Yisrael Chai. Enjoy, and Shabbat shalom!

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