Matanot Ktanot (“Little Gifts,” feat. Bat Ella)
Shabbat Music
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4m 24s
For some in Israel, the “little gifts” spoken of in this song have been taken away, for a time, or forever. For those not directly affected by months of war, perhaps there is a new appreciation for thousands of little things in every day that we might take for granted. “Breathing the Friday air . . . the table is set, childhood photos on the wall.” Let us reflect on the little gifts of life in several ways: remember those who do not enjoy them now, appreciate the small joys of our own lives, and hope for a world where all may enjoy them.
Sung by Cantor Schwartz and Bat Ella
Music/Lyrics: Rami Kleinstein and Noam Horev
Arranger: Oran Eldor
Music Director: David Enlow
Special thanks to Eli Grunfeld
Video: Tami Shaham with help by Alexander Kotov
Audio: Oli Jung
This song, from our album Israel: 75 Years of Music, is available wherever you stream and download your music.
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