Come enjoy a range of fascinating shows, from the opening show by Dudu Tassa &amp; Jonny Greenwood: Jarak, to a special performance by Shlomi Shaban and more.All part of the International Oud Festival, celebrating Mediterranean and world music from November 5–12 under the auspices of the Confederation House. Shows will take place at the Jerusalem Theatre, the Confederation House and other selected venues around the city.<h2 style="text-align:justify;">Featured Events at the International Oud Festival 2026:</h2>Opening show: Dudu Tassa &amp; Jonny GreenwoodAcclaimed and successful musician Dudu Tassa and award-winning composer-guitarist Jonny Greenwood (Radiohead, The Smile) in a joint show, performing songs from their album "Jarak Qaribak", new renditions of classic Arabic love songs from across the Middle East with singers from the region (Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Algeria, Egypt, Morocco and more), plus songs from the new chapter of their joint project and from the "Kuwaitis" albums. When: November 5, 21:00<ul><li data-list-item-id="e33f4b41ca7683d8e80f3c36f501f3842">Where: Sherover Hall, Jerusalem Theatre</li><li data-list-item-id="e30b21cca72d74d3b970ad872dcae14af">Cost: ₪250</li><li data-list-item-id="e910b0036b89775b5c8551177c2c5b5ce">Show tickets on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.tickets.bimot.co.il/event/%D7%93%D7%95%D7%93%D7%95-%D7%98%D7%A1%D7%94-%D7%A4%D7%A1%D7%98%D7%99%D7%91%D7%9C-%D7%94%D7%A2%D7%95%D7%93-%D7%AA%D7%90%D7%98%D7%A8%D7%95%D7%9F-%D7%99%D7%A8%D7%95%D7%A9%D7%9C%D7%99%D7%9D-21967170/">the Bimot website</a>&nbsp; Due to demand - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.confederationhouse.org/page_21040">extra show</a>: Friday 6.11, 12:45&nbsp;</li></ul><h3> Wassim Ouda Trio: The Road to Ecstasy</h3>Oud player, composer and researcher Dr. Wassim Ouda presents a new chamber show tracing his creative path between the classical Arabic music and makam tradition and original works, melodic richness, rhythmic complexity and powerful live improvisation.<ul><li data-list-item-id="ef0155a9eb9d48f085c139eb6c0cc596e">When: November 7, 12:00</li><li data-list-item-id="eb11cde05c58bfbc0325ef03e66e156d7">Where: Khan Theatre</li><li data-list-item-id="e7f01fe0ba16231777d4d76ddf5ad4516">Cost: ₪90</li><li data-list-item-id="e93395f7b3305a8b852edad72858d41e7">Show tickets on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.tickets.bimot.co.il/event/%D7%A4%D7%A1%D7%98%D7%99%D7%91%D7%9C-%D7%94%D7%A2%D7%95%D7%93-%D7%AA%D7%99%D7%90%D7%98%D7%A8%D7%95%D7%9F-%D7%94%D7%97%D7%90%D7%9F-%D7%99%D7%A8%D7%95%D7%A9%D7%9C%D7%99%D7%9D-21967495/">the Bimot website</a>&nbsp;</li></ul>Gur Wollner &amp; Sazland Launch show - tribute to Berry Sakharof and the Turkish sazSazland is an innovative local world-music ensemble built around the saz, the leading instrument of Turkish folk music: an instrument of storytellers, poets, common folk and master musicians alike.&nbsp;<ul><li data-list-item-id="e5e697a8cdccfd80384de12e549e1e1c6">When:&nbsp; November 10, 18:30</li><li data-list-item-id="e38f183d334a32037e0988351e510e392">Where: Confederation House</li><li data-list-item-id="e3589de2ed66144a0baf260e1ace05d23">Cost: ₪90</li><li data-list-item-id="e23ea2cf200a41c38266de5534b835ba9">Show tickets on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.tickets.bimot.co.il/event/%D7%A4%D7%A1%D7%98%D7%99%D7%91%D7%9C-%D7%94%D7%A2%D7%95%D7%93-%D7%91%D7%99%D7%AA-%D7%94%D7%A7%D7%95%D7%A0%D7%A4%D7%93%D7%A8%D7%A6%D7%99%D7%94-21967496/">the Bimot website&nbsp;</a></li></ul><h3> Itamar Doari: Tinctura</h3>Itamar Doari, one of the most esteemed percussionists here and worldwide, comes to the Oud Festival for a special premiere show of his original compositions, ahead of his debut album.<ul><li data-list-item-id="e43136dd0209a8f9aacf846ac1a4d12c7">When: November 10, 21:00</li><li data-list-item-id="e022b49276cc34076a08ffb5642cab603">Where: Khan Theatre</li><li data-list-item-id="e4422bc993fa0f07bd85bef523011afd4">Cost: ₪120.</li><li data-list-item-id="e78c5de3780d2cbad5a1502fad9a688d0">Show tickets on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.confederationhouse.org/page_21069">the event website</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.confederationhouse.org/page_18014">All shows&gt;&gt;</a><h2>Where to stay in Jerusalem</h2>Visiting Jerusalem for the festival? Check out the city's rich variety of accommodation options:<ul><li data-list-item-id="e54d78a31df7491b54335538114bba36e"><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://itraveljerusalem.com/hotels/">All Jerusalem hotels</a>&nbsp;</li><li data-list-item-id="e062d98f32fd61de8effe20d0f9f3be1b"><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://itraveljerusalem.com/vacation-rentals/">The best vacation rentals in the city</a></li></ul><h2>Jerusalem restaurants</h2>Looking for something to eat before the shows?&nbsp;Explore Jerusalem's wide range of restaurants for a meal before the performances.<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://itraveljerusalem.com/restaurants/">All&nbsp;restaurants in Jerusalem</a>

International Oud Festival 2026

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From November 5 to 12, Jerusalem hosts a week of cross-cultural music with artists from Israel and abroad, celebrating the oud. Highlights include the opening concert and a special closing performance by Teapacks.

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