[Updated April 12, 2026]
TEACHING - April 13 & 20
Two new dances this week. Actually, they have been around for many years, but they are not part of our local repertoire. I know it is strange that the names of the two dances are so similar. It was not intentional -- it just worked out that way.
Al Tishal Oti אל תשאל אוותי (Don't ask me) is a circle dance by Israel Shiker (2003). It was recently taught on Thursday and I think it is important for our larger community to have a common repertoire. The singer is Aviva Avidan. Lyrics are here.
Al Na Tishal אל נא תשאל (Please don't ask) is a couple dance by Avi Perez (1999). It was taught at the recent weekend dance workshop in Los Angeles and several dancers have asked me to teach it. The singer is Glykeria, the music and lyrics by Chava Alberstein. Lyrics in Hebrew are here. Lyrics translated to English are here.
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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.
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Want to see what has been taught in the past? Thank you to Lee Richardson who has been keeping track since 2012!
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