Cologne and Aachen young people conquer Jewrovision with heart and talent!

Cologne and Aachen young people conquer Jewrovision with heart and talent!

The stage has been home to a variety of talents for a long time, but when young people from Cologne and Aachen appear together, it won't just be a music or dance competition- this will be a real festival of culture! This is what happened at this year's Jewish singing and dance competition "Jewrovision", which was under the motto "United in Hearts". As Deutschlandfunk Kultur reported, the group of Jewish youth centers Jachad Köln and Kavanah Aachen convinced the jury with its impression. Over 1,200 children and adolescents between the ages of ten and 20 celebrated the Jewish culture and the Shabbat.

Following the award ceremony, the Chesed Gelsenkirchen youth center was awarded for the best video. The competition, which was part of a youth encounter lasting several days, creates a platform for young talents to express their identity and passion through music and dance and at the same time to live cohesion in a community.

musical identity and tradition

music plays a central role in Jewish life and is an expression of culture and spirituality. Traditionally, Jewish music is seen as a kind of communication between man and God, with the singing being particularly important. Historically speaking, Jewish music is a rich legacy that goes back to the 18th century by orally traditional traditions. As the Federal Center for Political Education , it is striving to express the personal devotion to God through music until inspired today.

As part of events such as Jewrovision, young people not only have the opportunity to act artistically, but also appreciate and pass on their cultural roots. The combination of tradition and modern expression shows how alive Jewish culture is in Germany.

young artists with big plans

Another fascinating aspect of Jewish culture is the development of new artists from the scene, such as Lina, who wants to return to their roots in 2025. It has not only a talent for music, but also an impressive career, which ranges from gold albums to echo nominations. The companion of the young artist is her decision to concentrate on what feels right for her without compromising. With her new management and a fresh label, Lina wants to further develop her own musical style and find solutions for self -determination.

Festivals such as Jewrovision and the music of artists like Lina are not only part of an entertainment scene, but they also testify to the diversity and strength of Jewish identity in Germany. The musical roots that have grown through generations offer an exciting framework for the creative development of future generations.