Ten years after internationally acclaimed Yemenite-Israeli singer Ofra Haza passed away, her life and career still commands attention from the media and her fans. Hareetz.com reported on the anniversary of her death this year that Channel 24, the popular music channel in Israel, dedicated their entire broadcast to her. Ten years ago news of her death was reported by media the world over, including MTV, where she was remembered for her award-winning music, her contributions to films such as Disney’s The Prince of Egypt’s, as well as being sampled by American hip-hop artists Eric B and Rakim on their hit Paid In Full. 

This Thursday, Mar 11, join us for a special evening celebrating the life and music of Ofra Haza. The evening is hosted by Zamira Chenn and Kobi Oshrat and features Israeli Kochav Nolad winner Boaz Mauda, Magda Fishman, Yemenite-Israeli cantor Yoav Siani and the HaZamir Israel Teen Choir. There will also be special appearances by Israel superstar Rita and Ofra’s niece InBaR as well as a pre-concert talk at 7pm with Prof. Ephraim Isaac, Director of the Institute for Semitic Studies and President Emeritus of the Yemenite Jewish Federation of America.

Tickets can be purchased here. Use code OFH at check out to receive 20% off ticket prices.

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