Hebrew Mandolin

Hebrew Mandolin - The mandolin is a central instrument in Israeli folk music and song. Jacob Reuven has initiated a project that incorporates rearrangements of Israeli songs for the mandolin and a symphonic orchestra. The concert includes also contemporary Israeli music for mandolin and strings. Jacob Reuven - Displaying a unique combination of technical brilliance and a rich musical persona, Jacob Reuven has established himself as one of the most intriguing and sought after mandolin players to have emerged from Israel in recent years. Jacob’s broad musical horizons encompass everything from classical music, baroque music, contemporary music, world music, to music for modern dance and theatre, bringing to all that he does his unique voice and uncompromising musical standards. Beginning his mandolin studies at the age of eight under the guidance of Prof. Simha Nathanson at the Beer Sheva Music Conservatory, Jacob later studied with Mr. Lev Haimovitch until beginning his studies at the Jer