One of the most popular tunes played by orchestras in Moscow in hotels and restaurants is the Hebrew melody “Hava Negilah,” it was reported in The New York Times yesterday from the Soviet capital. The song is enthusiastically received by diners who frequently dance to it, the correspondent said in his cable.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.