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Concertgebouw Cancels Hanukkah Concert Amid Controversy and Protests

12/13/2025

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The Concertgebouw in Amsterdam canceled a planned Hanukkah concert featuring Israeli military cantor Shai Abramson after backlash.
Abramson will instead perform at two private events.
Protests and counterprotests are expected in Amsterdam after clashes in November 2024 between pro-Palestinian protesters and Israeli supporters.
The Concertgebouw had canceled an Israeli performance in May 2024 over security concerns and says it aims to avoid political controversy, focusing on music.

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The Concertgebouw in Amsterdam canceled a planned Hanukkah concert featuring Israeli military cantor Shai Abramson after backlash.
Abramson will instead perform at two private events.
Protests and counterprotests are expected in Amsterdam after clashes in November 2024 between pro-Palestinian protesters and Israeli supporters.
The Concertgebouw had canceled an Israeli performance in May 2024 over security concerns and says it aims to avoid political controversy, focusing on music.