DANCES OF MODERN ISRAEL

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[Updated October 19, 2025]

TEACHING - October 20

In light of recent events, the return of hostages, and the glimmer of peace, I decided to add a dance to the teaching session.

Veshavu Banim ושבו בנים (Sons will return) by Moshiko Halevy from 1986. The lyrics are simple: "And your children shall return to their own border. And there is hope for your sake." This dance is energetic, but not difficult, just two parts. I think you will be able to learn it as well as review the other dances from last week.

Ani Cholemet אני חולמת (I dream) is a new circle dance by Elad Shtamer.  The song is sung by Odeya Azoulay.  The lyrics are here. This dance was presented at the recent Nirkoda Bakerem workhop in Sacramento. Aaron and Latishya presented this dance on Thursday.

Arba Onot V'Shir ארבע עונות ושיר (Four seasons and a song) is a partner dance by Elad Shtamer from 2022. The singer is Ori Harpaz who sang with Haparvarim. This dance was taught at the recent Nirkoda Bakerem workshop in Sacramento.

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We dance in the Orchard Pavilion at the Sunnyvale Recreation Center's Senior Center
550 E. Remington Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Red arrow on map below

Reminders:
$10; $8 for Sunnyvale residents. I accept payment by both Zelle and Venmo. Zelle - 408-771-4542 or loui@louitucker.com Venmo - @Loui-Tucker

ATTENDANCE -- Varies from 70-90; 60% women, 40% men; 60% Israelis, 40% American Jews and non-Jews. Average age about 55; age range from mid-20s to early 80's.

SNACKS -- Coffee, tea, lemonaide in the summer. Cookies, popcorn. Sometimes seasonal treats like halvah, sufganiyot, fejoia, figs.

Want to see what has been taught in the past? Thank you to Lee Richardson who has been keeping track since 2012!

Here's a typical playlist. I post these lists once every six weeks or so. If the list gets old, just email me and let me know.

If you have further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me!