Pantograf Association continues to bring to the forefront the stories and emotions that accompany synagogues, sacred spaces rich in mystery and tradition, through its latest project - Ecoul Sinagogilor (The Echo of the Synagogues).
The project is a continuation of the programs carried out so far - Sound of Synagogues, Rhapsodies on Romanian Themes, and Synagogue Stories - which aimed to document the stories of synagogues, raise awareness about the importance of these places of worship, and integrate them into a regional and national circuit by creating a connection between material and immaterial heritage.
Thus, between September 4th and 7th, we are delighted to invite you on a musical journey in Banat and Arad, inspired by the rituals and practices of the Jewish life cycle. The musical works presented during the tour are new compositions by the violinist and virtuoso Alexander Bălănescu, who has collaborated closely with the chief cantor of the Jewish community, Emanuel Pusztai.
Programme: Alexander Bălănescu (violin), Nicholas Holland (violoncello) and Emanuel Pusztai (voice)
- Wednesday, September 6th, at 7 PM | Reșița's Synagogue
- Thursday, September 7th, at 5 PM | "Beit El" Synagogue in Caransebeș
- Thursday, September 7th, at 8 PM | Neolog Synagogue in Lugoj
Admission to the concerts is free, and no prior registration is required.
“The Echo of the Synagogues" project is co-financed by the Administration of the National Cultural Fund. The project does not necessarily represent the position of the Administration of the National Cultural Fund. AFCN is not responsible for the content of the project or how the results of the project may be used. These are entirely the responsibility of the beneficiary of the funding.
The project is included in the European Days of Jewish Culture 2023 – annual theme “Memory” –coordinated at European level by AEPJ (European Association for the Preservation and Promotion of the Jewish Culture and Heritage), and in Romania by Tarbut Foundation. Co-financed by the European Union.
Partners: The Jewish Communities of Timișoara, Arad, Lugoj, Reșița and Caransebeș, Faculty of Music and Theatre, West University Timișoara, Institut Français de Roumanie – Timișoara.