Hava Nagila was my mother's favorite song. She passed away in 2006 nearing her 97th birthday and we told the funeral parlor we wanted to play it at her funeral. They were totally shocked and said that isn't done. We asked, "Why not? She would have wanted people to be happy and it was her favorite. " and there was no answer. Finally the chagrined funeral director said, "Have it your way." She would have LOVED this rendition. Afterwards, the funeral director said, "Thank you for allowing me to be part of this celebration of her life."
Thank you for your post. My father is 90 years old in ICU with only a couple more days to live. This also was one of his favorite songs,that's why I have been listening to it and came across this rendition. I was thinking of playing Hava Nigila at his funeral to celebrate his life not to mourn but thought it was inappropriate. But after reading your story it's a done deal. Thanks again G-D bless you
Thank you so much!!! I come from a family that lives in the cuontry in GA and are strong Christians. I married into a Jewish family and we are all very close! This version made my wedding so special!!!! Using this song also gave both sides of our family some insight CUFI. It was perfect!!
It should IMNSHO be sung very loud and full tempo from the beginning. No slow time. Just get right into it. And it is a song to raise morale. It is a song about winning a terrible, horrible war. So when you teach it you should teach it correctly. Nothing wrong with inserting your own familial ... considerations into the lyrics. The important thing is, raise morale for Israel and for being Jews, and also, teach the children to have high morale for being alive. This song is kinda weird however, the Ozarks were populated by Jews. So to call this song Texas Style is a bit phoney; this style of folk fiddling is Ozarks, not Texas. Those "folks" from the Ozarks are the ones who went westward to work as cattlehands and so on, and brought that folk music with them.
@@tonyalb3863 ...not if you've ever heard of the foreign policy strategy. Israel is The ally and the very country via which USA exercises its control in the Middle East. Clearly you have no understanding of what would be the consequences otherwise or the happiness Israelis have being always at war in their own country, constantly losing soldiers and civilians (including children), only to be accused throug media by so many not knowing what is actually happening! And oh boy: don't they just love sending some rockets from kinder gardens and so called hospitals?!. Higher pathetically speaking, how many rockets sent straight into US civilian areas would be needed before the country will retaliate with full force into its neighbouring country where these rockets would keep coming from non-stop? Yet Israel doesn't do it and not sure how much more patience they will have... Only imagine, that so many even get to say something against Israel, as it would be something important and meaningful in the given context above! (with all do respect, democracy never implied that an opinion doesn't have to be informed or intelligence doesn't have to be applied.)
What a spirited, happy rendition of this song! I wish I lived in Texas to be able to meet these worshipers in person and to be able to join them for one of their church services and share the love. If only there were more people, such as this congregation, to spread happiness to everyone.
France had war with Great Britain then both had war against Germany. Now they are all living in peace and benefiting each other. USA had civil war between North and South. Now it is a united country. Arab Israeli conflict is part of the past. Israel is a modern state just like many modern states; for example Bahrain, Qatar even USA (1776) are modern state. Peace negotiations are the only solution for Palestine. I hope you will be able to make peace.
Absolutely amazing! Wonderful group of people. Thank you for posting and being such amazing friends to the state of Israel. G-d Bless America and Israel!
I loved it on so many levels. It is so joyous to the ear. Knowing who is doing this, is even more joyous to my heart. Thank you, all of you who were any part of this, certainly including the audience.
Потрясающее сочетание Хава Нагила и кантри ! Прекрасное музыкальное чувтво юмора и великолепное исполнение. Как инструктор по танцам в стиле кантри я хохотала от души, тем более,что Хава Нагила - это одна из моих самых любимых и родных ине песен !
Gracias ELi como siempre haciendo gala de tu buen gusto, tremenda interpretación donde el señor del violincito manifiesta una destreza si par sumándosele a eso el canto, de la gente que lo acompaña, a diferentes voces ...Un saludo fraterno...
Fantastic! You guys pulled that off really good. It made me happy and wish I was there. I really would like to visit Cornerstone sometime. God Bless You All......Shalom
So touching, so lively, so lovely with a good old Texas twang, love it, thank you, one of the best and most energetic versions of this song I have ever heard.
GOD BLESS AMERICA! We're witnessing biblical prophesies coming true. "Those who bless you, I shall bless.." Hava Neranena means "let us rejoice" Let us truly rejoice... God bless you all...
Thank you for this lovely, and lively, rendition. We all have to continue to believe that with a little respect and a little understanding, we can all bask in G-D's light. G-D bless the Christian churches and their members for their support of Eretz Yisrael and the people of the Book.
Шикарный клип, шикарное исполнение!!! Это что-то, когда переплетаются культуры и отношения людей к этим культурам..Звучание слов разное, а музыка едина.. разность религий..а человечность восприятия--также едина..Вообщем-- спасибоооо!!!!
I can't get enough of this; it has all my favorite things in one: a Jewish melody, great singing voices, American and Israeli flags, a wonderful fiddle solo, and a building full of TEXANS! We love you guys and appreciate your support more than words can say.
The Cornerstone Church located in S.Antonio in Taxis and pastors name is John Hagee. I recognized him and his son among people on stage. Wonderful people and wonderful act. Thank you very much.
Wonderful! I wish this video had been part of the recent documentary called "Hava Nagila", a semi-tongue-in-cheek look, semi-nostalgic and meaningful look at the history of the happy song, a song of joy & celebration and it's roots in the ancient Jewish way of humming/singing/emoting an emotional joyous toon without lyrics (called a 'nigune'). It humorously delves into how this song has evolved, even internationally, even amongst non-Jewish cultures. If anyone is interested in it, I am sure it is available online for viewing.
Thank you all very much for your kind comments. It is always our privilege to show unconditional love and support for Israel and the Jewish people. May God bless you and may God bless Israel. John Gross, Minister of Music Cornerstone Church, San Antonio, Texas
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This song makes me break out in joy! Of course, we live in Texas!
I luv it! Im from Sweden
@@danielhansson1152 I didn’t know there were any god fearing people left in Sweden?
... How different you are !.. We don't sing this song as you did !..😂 .. Greetings from Turkey in Middle East you know !..🌷..
Great! It makes me want to dance and I'm 74 and can hardly walk any more. Thanks for sharing. It made my day.
Love this rendition of Hava Nagila! Retains the Hebrew musicality and spirit and adds just the right amount of Texas spice.
Hava Nagila was my mother's favorite song. She passed away in 2006 nearing her 97th birthday and we told the funeral parlor we wanted to play it at her funeral. They were totally shocked and said that isn't done. We asked, "Why not? She would have wanted people to be happy and it was her favorite. " and there was no answer. Finally the chagrined funeral director said, "Have it your way." She would have LOVED this rendition. Afterwards, the funeral director said, "Thank you for allowing me to be part of this celebration of her life."
Awesome. Had me bouncing in my seat! Thanks for sharing, Morgan.
+Morgan St. James thank you for sharing.
are you Jewish or just love this song?
+nitush1000 Both. Jewish and love the song.
Thank you for your post. My father is 90 years old in ICU with only a couple more days to live. This also was one of his favorite songs,that's why I have been listening to it and came across this rendition. I was thinking of playing Hava Nigila at his funeral to celebrate his life not to mourn but thought it was inappropriate. But after reading your story it's a done deal. Thanks again G-D bless you
Morgan St. James my I ask you something what is mean hava nagila
Not an easy tackle for those who have not grown up speaking Hebrew. The spirit with which that song was sung was of pure joy and respect. Loved it!!
It sounds grean! If I am in a bad mood I listen to this and my mood is getting better!
Thank you so much!!! I come from a family that lives in the cuontry in GA and are strong Christians. I married into a Jewish family and we are all very close! This version made my wedding so special!!!! Using this song also gave both sides of our family some insight CUFI. It was perfect!!
From U.S.A. I love Israel God bless 🇮🇱 Hava Nagila ! Shalom. 🇺🇸❤️🇮🇱
Love texas style, love the isrealians!!! Greets from Holland
It sounds great! When I am in a bad mood I listen to this and my mood is getting better!
we are Baha'i ( my daughter and me ) and we just love it ! we are all equal , no matter what religion we are..
For some reason watching the flags wave to the beat of the music is really adorable. It’s such a simple action but it’s very heartwarming.
Thank you so so much for your unwavering support (I'm an Orthodox Jew).
Thank-you for your post, The world needs more decent , open minded folks like yourself. I wish you much health and happiness in your life.
I don't think YHWH finds it offensive, it is a song of joy and rejoicing in good. May we be more understanding and unified in that good.
It should IMNSHO be sung very loud and full tempo from the beginning. No slow time. Just get right into it. And it is a song to raise morale. It is a song about winning a terrible, horrible war. So when you teach it you should teach it correctly. Nothing wrong with inserting your own familial ... considerations into the lyrics. The important thing is, raise morale for Israel and for being Jews, and also, teach the children to have high morale for being alive. This song is kinda weird however, the Ozarks were populated by Jews. So to call this song Texas Style is a bit phoney; this style of folk fiddling is Ozarks, not Texas. Those "folks" from the Ozarks are the ones who went westward to work as cattlehands and so on, and brought that folk music with them.
As a klezmer musician, I must say that this is most excellent. Keep up the good work!
Мне,как израильтянке,очень приятно было услышать это исполнение!Дай бог,чтобы все христиане относились к нам так дружелюбно.Спасибо!
I don't know what to say to this other than I love it.
L am from Azerbaijan super muzik
Great rendition! All people should love each other.
i think this is the best choir i have heard so far....i have heard hava nagila with punjabi bhangra in canada....its an awesome melody
Замечательное исполнение,а,главное поют стаким удовольствием,а ещё из Техаса.Как приятно!
спасибо Larisa !
From the people of Israel - We do love you all, Dear brothers & Sisters. Wishing GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
+Uzi Abraham and we love you too!!! I stand with Israel till I die!!
+Dominic P probably by a Palestinian with a hatchet
We love you too! You are our brothers and sisters. May God bless Israel.
U too 😀✌👍
@@tonyalb3863 ...not if you've ever heard of the foreign policy strategy. Israel is The ally and the very country via which USA exercises its control in the Middle East. Clearly you have no understanding of what would be the consequences otherwise or the happiness Israelis have being always at war in their own country, constantly losing soldiers and civilians (including children), only to be accused throug media by so many not knowing what is actually happening! And oh boy: don't they just love sending some rockets from kinder gardens and so called hospitals?!. Higher pathetically speaking, how many rockets sent straight into US civilian areas would be needed before the country will retaliate with full force into its neighbouring country where these rockets would keep coming from non-stop? Yet Israel doesn't do it and not sure how much more patience they will have...
Only imagine, that so many even get to say something against Israel, as it would be something important and meaningful in the given context above! (with all do respect, democracy never implied that an opinion doesn't have to be informed or intelligence doesn't have to be applied.)
What a spirited, happy rendition of this song! I wish I lived in Texas to be able to meet these worshipers in person and to be able to join them for one of their church services and share the love. If only there were more people, such as this congregation, to spread happiness to everyone.
It sounds great! When I am in a bad mood I listen to this and my mood is getting better.
Lovely musical performance !
From Egypt Love to All
+Amr Sakr how about fuck you?
Maen Abdulhaq You are waste of time
Amr Sakr
and you're a waste of a great nation
My nation is in peace with Israel, so I am.
France had war with Great Britain then both had war against Germany. Now they are all living in peace and benefiting each other. USA had civil war between North and South. Now it is a united country. Arab Israeli conflict is part of the past. Israel is a modern state just like many modern states; for example Bahrain, Qatar even USA (1776) are modern state.
Peace negotiations are the only solution for Palestine. I hope you will be able to make peace.
I like it very much! I listen to them every day!
What a fabulous way to show the entire world that nothing is more powerful than peace and love for one another.
VG of Toronto, Canada
YEE HAW!!! I just LOVE this, so uplifting and fun! Music, the universal language of love and joy. God bless!
Absolutely amazing! Wonderful group of people. Thank you for posting and being such amazing friends to the state of Israel. G-d Bless America and Israel!
I just LOVED THIS! Don't know why but there's something heartwarming about it. HEY!
This Version of the song really put a smile on my face. Love it!
Verdict sans appel : 💕J'adore 💕
I loved it on so many levels. It is so joyous to the ear. Knowing who is doing this, is even more joyous to my heart.
Thank you, all of you who were any part of this, certainly including the audience.
Love it! Wonderful, i think its great that these people were willing to learn this!
John Hagee is such a class act.
A real "mensch"
This is great. You can really PRAISE THE LORD ON THIS ONE. LOVE IT.
Great performance!!! Love it 👍❤️
This is wonderful!
This song is my identity ... both my worlds together as one, as they are in my heart ♥ ♥ ♥
Потрясающее сочетание Хава Нагила и кантри ! Прекрасное музыкальное чувтво юмора и великолепное исполнение. Как инструктор по танцам в стиле кантри я хохотала от души, тем более,что Хава Нагила - это одна из моих самых любимых и родных ине песен !
Неожиданная обработка вечно молодой мелодии моего вечного народа!
Fun, energizing, and a great illustration of what's best about our country!
Loved it.... a good time had by all there and most of us here! Reminds me of the "feel good" moments of yesteryear before PC killed it all.
My head is spinning! This version is offbeat, touching, and a lot of joy.
מדהים! כל הכבוד! עם ישראל חי!!!
Wow, this is like the most amazing mash-up ever.
всегда приятно услышать другую версию популярной песни....
Terrific performance - fun and so enjoyable. Thanks.
A beautifull arrangement and a noble cause.The same loving God that we al share.
Gracias ELi como siempre haciendo gala de tu buen gusto, tremenda interpretación donde el señor del violincito manifiesta una destreza si par sumándosele a eso el canto, de la gente que lo acompaña, a diferentes voces ...Un saludo fraterno...
dario ocando Me alegro qye te agrado Dario.Los tejanos siempre le dan la vuelta country.
Muchos saludos. Cariñosamente.Eli.
יוגי פרקי סוו
Beautiful music... Beautiful people... Beautiful culture
I love their "Texas style" pronunciation of the Hebrew. It adds to the charm... Well done.
BTW, looks like Derek Jeter at 2:45... Shalom!
Wow Fantastic ♡
Great! Everyone seems so happy!
How fun! Johnny, we need to play this when you come to the jam again. :)
Fantastic!
You guys pulled that off really good. It made me happy and wish I was there.
I really would like to visit Cornerstone sometime.
God Bless You All......Shalom
Super!
Hail from Siberia! :)
So touching, so lively, so lovely with a good old Texas twang, love it, thank you, one of the best and most energetic versions of this song I have ever heard.
Such a beautiful performance! Thank you!👍
Замечательное исполнение и, самое главное, разноцветные облагороженные лица ...
Joyous. Brightened up my night.
wow what a great version of Hava Nagila !
having raised my daughter in Texas it is great to see
Jewish music done Texas ho down style!
eeeee ha!!!
Wow!! this is fabulous! It's really great to see groups supporting one another...
GOD BLESS AMERICA!
We're witnessing biblical prophesies coming true.
"Those who bless you, I shall bless.."
Hava Neranena means "let us rejoice"
Let us truly rejoice...
God bless you all...
Love it!!!
Love my christian brothers and sisters!!! G-d bless you and enjoy our happy fun music
Peace and love to, as Pope John Paul II said, "Our elder brothers and sisters in the one true faith."
Love it y’all. Fabulous, joyful rendition!
Thank you for this lovely, and lively, rendition. We all have to continue to believe that with a little respect and a little understanding, we can all bask in G-D's light. G-D bless the Christian churches and their members for their support of Eretz Yisrael and the people of the Book.
Шикарный клип, шикарное исполнение!!! Это что-то, когда переплетаются культуры и отношения людей к этим культурам..Звучание слов разное, а музыка едина.. разность религий..а человечность восприятия--также едина..Вообщем-- спасибоооо!!!!
Best Hava Nagila I've heard.
Thank you, thank you, and may G-d bless you all our Christian brothers and sisters.
United we stand!
This is so great I can listen all day
This is one of the most creative renditions of Hava Negilah that I've heard...wish I'd had this group to play for my sons' bar mitavahs!
May we all stay this happy forever
I can't get enough of this; it has all my favorite things in one: a Jewish melody, great singing voices, American and Israeli flags, a wonderful fiddle solo, and a building full of TEXANS!
We love you guys and appreciate your support more than words can say.
The Cornerstone Church located in S.Antonio in Taxis and pastors name is John Hagee. I recognized him and his son among people on stage.
Wonderful people and wonderful act.
Thank you very much.
Wonderful! I wish this video had been part of the recent documentary called "Hava Nagila", a semi-tongue-in-cheek look, semi-nostalgic and meaningful look at the history of the happy song, a song of joy & celebration and it's roots in the ancient Jewish way of humming/singing/emoting an emotional joyous toon without lyrics (called a 'nigune'). It humorously delves into how this song has evolved, even internationally, even amongst non-Jewish cultures. If anyone is interested in it, I am sure it is available online for viewing.
Thank you all very much for your kind comments.
It is always our privilege to show unconditional love and support for Israel and the Jewish people.
May God bless you and may God bless Israel.
John Gross, Minister of Music
Cornerstone Church, San Antonio, Texas
Thank you for you support!!!
It's culture meshing like this that makes America incredible
Beautiful hava! It sounds so homie, so...country!
JEWTASTIC
Wonderful
Holy shit this is awesome!
SZALOM for POLAND 🙂
Потрясающе!!! Израильтяне так прекрасно не исполняют! Спасибо большое!!!
I just totally love this version of java nagilah !!
This is awesome !!!!!.....
SZALOM for POLAND 🙂
Awesome Mashup! :-D
THIS IS AWESOME!!!! THERE IS NOTHING LIKE THE GOOD OLE
SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY!!!!!
LOVE, BUBBEE
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Dearest Mr. Holzman, Thank you for your service and sacrifice. God Bless you and keep you. You rock!!!
Oh s***. This was really good.
That was so nice. I enjoyed it very much. I love Hava Nagila.
Diversity! There is still hope! Shalom ! ! !
i am muslim and i love jewish music
+ali Akbar I'm Italian and Christian and love Arab and Jewish Music..
I'm also Arab Muslim and I love jewish music loooool :))
I'm Georgian christian and i love jews music
I am Jewish and love Muslim art. Salaam
+ali Akbar
Bravo Ali
que le seigneur Jesus te benisse et que tu accpetes Jesus fils de Dieu vivant comme ton sauveur unique...
Just love this!
"Hava nagila vi nis'mecha" -
"Let's rejoice and be happy! "
Indeed!
Congratulations for the successful fusion.
Maybe there is hope for Peace.
very cute...I enjoyed the country style!
Божественно!!!
love this! this summer I Will go to Israel for 10 days (y) sorry for my englisch ;) I am Dutch...
Very creative performance! Alot of old folk music is great.
No, but now I'm stuck with this rendition in my head for the rest of the freakin day.