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2026
Hochman's Nedudim (Wanderings) performed by the Israel Camerata Jerusalem
Inspired by experiences of uprooting and perpetual motion, Hochman’s work for mandolin and string orchestra draws on the desert landscapes of Israel. It will be performed in four concerts by the Israel Camerata Jerusalem, conducted by Yaniv Dinur, with soloist Roi Dayan.
the Israel Camerata Jerusalem
Yaniv Dinur, conductor
Roi Dayan, mandolin
February 24 2026 | 8 PM | Ashkelon Cultural Center
February 25, 2026 | 8 PM | Elma Arts Center, Zichron Ya'akov
February 26 2026 | 8 PM | YMCA Jerusalem
February 27 2026 | 8 PM | Tel Aviv Museum of Art
Schubert’s Erlkönig – New Arrangement at the Israeli Schubertiade
Hochman returns to the Israeli Schubertiade as the festival celebrates its 20th anniversary, presenting a newly commissioned arrangement of Franz Schubert’s setting of Goethe’s ballad, Erlkönig.
Kirill Odintsov, baritone; Israeli Chamber Project: Korbinian Altenberger, violin; Kobi Malkin, violin; Guy Ben-Ziony, viola; Michal Korman, cello; David Santos Luque, double bass; Tibi Cziger, clarinet; Mor Biron, bassoon; Itamar Leshem, French horn
January 24 | 7:30 PM | Rappaport Hall, Haifa
January 26 | 8:00 PM | Ra’anana Performing Arts Center
January 27 | 8:00 PM | Ra’anana Performing Arts Center
January 28 | 7:00 PM | Beit Gabriel, Kinneret
January 30 | 12:30 PM | Meir Nitzan Hall, Rishon LeZion
January 31 | 7:30 PM | Tel Aviv Museum of Art
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2025
New Publication Announcement
An in-depth interview with Gilad Hochman about his solo viola piece "Akeda", his background, artistic philosophy, and Jewish influences in contemporary music has been published in the scientific journal Fine Arts Magazine (Журнал изящных искусств), based in St. Petersburg, offering one of the first detailed presentations of his work to Russian-speaking audiences.
Conducted by musicologist Alena Sazhneva, the article provides valuable insight into Hochman’s music and ideas.
October 15 | Read
Momentango No. 1 for Trio Played in Bochum
Hochman's work, especially composed for the trio Terzetto Non Tipico, is drawing inspiration from Argentinian Tango. It is to be played again as part of the chamber music series of the Bochumer Symphoniker orchestra.
Terzetto Non Tipico: Marko Genero - viola, Suye Shao - contrabass, Dmitri Solodukha - piano,
Protestant parish Bochum, Germany
May 20 | 7:30PM | Details
Marko Genero Premieres Momentango for Viola
Hochman's newest work was composed for violist Marko Genero, drawing inspiration from the passionate essence of Tango. It was premiered as part of Tangomania at the Bochumer Symphoniker Hall in Bochum, Germany on March 29.
March 29 | Watch
Momentango - New Piece for Terzetto Non Tipico
Hochman's newest work was composed for the Bochum-based trio, Terzetto Non Tipico, led by violist Marko Genero. Drawing inspiration from the passionate essence of Tango, this work delves into its sweeping rhythms and vibrant spirit while connecting to classical music traditions. It will be premiered by Terzetto Non Tipico as part of Tangomania, at the Bochumer Symphoniker Hall in Bochum, Germany.
Terzetto Non Tipico: Marko Genero, Viola, Suye Shao, Contrabass, Dmitri Solodukha, Piano
March 29 | Details
Gradient Duo plays "Closer"
Saxophonists Kyle Malone and Ben Morris showcase a captivating program primarily featuring 21st-century works for saxophone, including Hochman's 2022 piece, "Closer" for two Alto saxophones.
Bird Hall, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, US
February 16 | 7PM | Details
2024
Drora Bruck plays "By These Rivers" in Taiwan
The Gala event of the Taiwan International Recorder Music Festival will showcase a performance by the renowned recorder player and pedagogue, who will be playing Hochman's work for solo recorder.
August 31 | 7:30PM | Details
Marko Genero plays Hochman's "Akeda" at the 75. Dubrovnik Summer Festival in Croatia
Violist Marko Genero will present Hochman's work, based on the biblical story of the Binding of Isaac, at the Dubrovnik Summer Festival, Croatia's most important music festival. Hochman's work was supported by The Adele and John Gray Endowment Fund and was created as an obligatory work for the Aviv Competitions.
August 2 | 9:30PM | Details
Alon Sariel and Ensemble Oxalys play Hochman's "Nedudim" ("Wanderings") for mandolin and strings
Alon Sariel joins Ensemble Oxalys in a concert dedicated to "Musical Diaspora", featuring works by Paul Ben-Haim, Hans Gál, Samuel Gardner, and Gilad Hochman.
Kazerne Dossin, Goswin de Stassartstraat 153
Mechelen, Belgium
March 24 | 7PM | Details
"A Voice in the Wilderness" for orchestra played by ECU Symphony Orchestra
After winning the annual NORTH CAROLINA NEW MUSIC INITIATIVE Orchestra Composition Competition, Hochman’s work "A Voice in the Wilderness" will be performed by the ECU Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Jorge Richter, conducted by Kaila Phillips.
March 16 | Details
Hochman's "Closer" performed in California by Andrew Harrison and Isaac Lopez
As part of "An Evening of Saxophone Chamber Music," Andrew Harrison will showcase Hochman's composition for two Alto saxophones, along with other saxophone works in various settings.
Schroeder Hall, Green Music Center, Sonoma University, CA
Hochman's "A Voice in the Wilderness" wins the NC NewMusic Initiative Annual Orchestra Composition Competition
The judges for the Annual NORTH CAROLINA NEW MUSIC INITIATIVE Orchestra Composition Competition awarded Hochman’s "A Voice in the Wilderness" as the winning entry for 2023.
January 23 | Details
Hochman's "Nedudim" ("Wanderings") for mandolin and string orchestra annoounced as prize-winner at Germany's Mandolin Composition Competition
Out of 291 works from all over the world submitted to the 2023 composition competition, jointly organized by the music publisher Edition 49 and the Siegburger Musikwerkstatt, Hochman's work - "Nedudim" for mandolin and string orchestra was selected as the 2nd prize-winner.
January 17 | Details / Details
Sheet music of "Shvarim" ("Shards") for solo viola to be published
The work “Shvarim” (“Shards”) focuses on the division and polarization within society. It was composed for Prof. Rivka Golani, born in Israel, 1946, and one of the prominent violists of our time. It was supported by the Independent Creators Fund of the Israel Ministry of Culture and will be premiered as part of the Proto~ Festival de Música de Tortosa, Spain.
January 15 | Details