New Year in Jazz
A Concert by the Glow of Candles

Hundreds of flickering candles, live music, and melodies that bring the magic of the holiday season to life. For one special evening, the concert hall becomes an intimate jazz club filled with warm candlelight, festive spirit, and the irresistible charm of live music.

The program features beloved Christmas and New Year’s songs, jazz standards, music from favorite films, and timeless hits you’ll recognize from the very first notes. Enjoy Last Christmas, White Christmas, Let It Snow, Jingle Bells, Moon River, Stand by Me, Mamma Mia, I Got Rhythm, and many more familiar favorites.

New Year in Jazz is a musical celebration that brings together cultures, traditions, and generations. Familiar melodies take on a fresh new sound, jazz brings spontaneity and lightness, and the gentle glow of candlelight creates a warm, intimate atmosphere — the perfect setting for the holiday season.

Sofie Chudnovsky is a jazz vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, Netflix dubbing actress, and soloist with the Haifa Big Band. Her performances blend virtuosic musicianship with a captivating stage presence, the freedom of improvisation, and a deep sensitivity to the music.