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'''Tania Vinokur''' (born February 25, 1982) is Moldovan-born Israeli [[violinist]],<ref>[(https://www.timeout.com/israel/music/tania-vinokur) Article in “TimeOut Israel”]</ref> dancer and singer. Based in [[Israel]]best known for performing fusions of world music and theatrical movement.
'''Tania Vinokur''' (born February 25, 1982) is Moldovan-born Israeli [[violinist]],<ref>[(https://www.timeout.com/israel/music/tania-vinokur) Article in “TimeOut Israel”]</ref> dancer and singerb ased in [[Israel]]best. She is known for performing fusions of world music and theatrical movement.




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== Professional career ==
== Professional career ==
In 2002, Tania recorded an album, “Bach Por Flamenco” with Miriam Mendes, produced by EMI<ref>[(http://goodmusicisgoodmusic.blogspot.com/2010/12/miriam-mendez-bach-por-flamenco-2005.html) Review in “Good Music is Good Music”]</ref>. After recording, she auditioned for the band [[Mayumana]], and joined the group the next day. From 2002-2011, she performed with [[Mayumana]] in Israel and abroad: Mayumana, Bakhontos with [[David Broza]], [[Infected Mushroom]], and [[Achinoam Nini]].<ref>[(http://www.aurora-israel.co.il/tania-vinokur-lanza-nuevo-album-in-time) Article in “Aurora Israel]</ref>
In 2002, Tania recorded an album, “Bach Por Flamenco,” with Miriam Mendes, produced by EMI<ref>[(http://goodmusicisgoodmusic.blogspot.com/2010/12/miriam-mendez-bach-por-flamenco-2005.html) Review in “Good Music is Good Music”]</ref>. After recording, she auditioned for the band [[Mayumana]], and joined the group the next day. From 2002-2011, she performed with [[Mayumana]] in Israel and abroad: Mayumana, Bakhontos with [[David Broza]], [[Infected Mushroom]], and [[Achinoam Nini]].<ref>[(http://www.aurora-israel.co.il/tania-vinokur-lanza-nuevo-album-in-time) Article in “Aurora Israel]</ref>
In 2003, Tania produced a Spanish evening at the [[Tel Aviv Port]] where she performs weekly with a team of musicians. The evening's success spreads very quickly and various artists call to participate. This marks the beginning of Vinokur’s production career as she begins to invite various artists to visit her every week. She hosts two live performances every week, ultimately creating the show that later became known as Cinco 5.<ref name=jp>[(https://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Culture/Flamenco-Days-weeks-and-years-584983) Article in “The Jerusalem Post”]</ref>
In 2003, Tania produced a Spanish evening at the [[Tel Aviv Port]] where she performs weekly with a team of musicians. The evening's success spreads very quickly and various artists call to participate. This marks the beginning of Vinokur’s production career as she begins to invite various artists to visit her every week. She hosts two live performances every week, ultimately creating the show that later became known as Cinco 5.<ref name=jp>[(https://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Culture/Flamenco-Days-weeks-and-years-584983) Article in “The Jerusalem Post”]</ref>
On December 12, 2006, Cinco 5’s first show premiered with 5 female characters as its central focus. The first performance’s pivoted around Vinokur playing the [[violin]], dancing the [[flamenco]], drumming on the [[cajón]], and singing, marking the first time she combined all her artistic skills for a public performance.<ref name=jp /> The show served as a fusion of the classical world, flamenco rhythms, Latin groove, [[choreography]] combined with [[video art]], and flamenco dance, combining with the modern movement, scenery, original arrangements, and a full hall. Three months later, the show was invited to perform at the Tzavta Theater in Tel Aviv and was officially named “Cinco 5.”<ref>[(https://www.makorrishon.co.il/nrg/online/47/ART1/964/106.html) Article in “Makorrishon”]</ref><ref>[(https://www.globes.co.il/news/article.aspx?did=1000425246) Article in “Globes”]</ref> In addition to Vinokur, the cast expanded to five musicians and four dancers. The arrangement now combined not only classic flamenco but also the world of tango, oriental music, and Latin jazz, combined with video art and live dance. The show also featured distinguished guests Leonid Ptashka and David Broza.<ref>[(https://www.arimnews.co.il/culture/8585) Article in “Arim News”]</ref> That same year, Cinco 5 was also performed at the Suzanne Dellal Festival at the [[Suzanne Dellal Center]], the Sea of Galilee Festival in Herzliya, and the Jerusalem Theater. The show also entered the school system for performances in schools, as well as in the field of music and dance. Ultimately, Cinco 5 served as a form of flamenco fusion theater. Cinco 5 continues to operate today in the important principle of combining styles, cultures and arts, as well as emphasizing their accessibility to the Israeli viewer.<ref>[(https://www.ynet.co.il/articles/0,7340,L-3672016,00.html) Article in “YNet”]</ref>
On December 12, 2006, Cinco 5’s first show premiered with 5 female characters as its central focus. The first performance’s pivoted around Vinokur playing the [[violin]], dancing the [[flamenco]], drumming on the [[cajón]], and singing, marking the first time she combined all her artistic skills for a public performance.<ref name=jp /> The show served as a fusion of the classical world, flamenco rhythms, Latin groove, [[choreography]] combined with [[video art]], and flamenco dance, combining with the modern movement, scenery, original arrangements, and a full hall. Three months later, the show was invited to perform at the Tzavta Theater in Tel Aviv and was officially named “Cinco 5.”<ref>[(https://www.makorrishon.co.il/nrg/online/47/ART1/964/106.html) Article in “Makorrishon”]</ref><ref>[(https://www.globes.co.il/news/article.aspx?did=1000425246) Article in “Globes”]</ref> In addition to Vinokur, the cast expanded to five musicians and four dancers. The arrangement now combined not only classic flamenco but also the world of tango, oriental music, and Latin jazz, combined with video art and live dance. The show also featured distinguished guests Leonid Ptashka and David Broza.<ref>[(https://www.arimnews.co.il/culture/8585) Article in “Arim News”]</ref> That same year, Cinco 5 was also performed at the Suzanne Dellal Festival at the [[Suzanne Dellal Center]], the Sea of Galilee Festival in Herzliya, and the Jerusalem Theater. The show also entered the school system for performances in schools, as well as in the field of music and dance. Ultimately, Cinco 5 served as a form of flamenco fusion theater. Cinco 5 continues to operate today in the important principle of combining styles, cultures and arts, as well as emphasizing their accessibility to the Israeli viewer.<ref>[(https://www.ynet.co.il/articles/0,7340,L-3672016,00.html) Article in “YNet”]</ref>

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Tania Vinokur
Born (1982-02-25) February 25, 1982 (age 42)
Kishinev, Moldova (part of the former Soviet Union
GenresWorld music, flamenco
Occupation(s)Violinist, flamenco dancer
InstrumentViolin
Years active2001–present
Websitewww.taniav.com

Tania Vinokur (born February 25, 1982) is Moldovan-born Israeli violinist,[1] dancer and singerb ased in Israelbest. She is known for performing fusions of world music and theatrical movement.


Biography & education

Youth

Tania Vinokur was born in 1982 in Kishinev, Moldova (part of the former Soviet Union) and immigrated to Israel on May 22, 1990. She is four years younger than her brother, and is the daughter of musical parents, who influenced her pursuit of an artistic career in music and dance. Her mother, Rita, is currently the director of the conservatory in Rehovot,[2] and her father is a cellist and piano tuner.[3] Vinokur began studying classical ballet in Russia at the age of 3.5 and classical violin at the age of 4, debuting on the stage at age 4.

Vinokur immigrated with her family to the city of Rehovot in 1990. She continued both her ballet and violin studies in Rehovot, attending lessons for the violin at the Petah Tikva Conservatory.[4]

Between school passageways and school crossings, Vinokur was offered a test to advance classes in school and went straight to fourth grade. In the same year she added to the list of jazz and modern ballet classes, joined the youth orchestra, and a year later began her first steps in flamenco dancing.[4]

Vinokur began performing at the age of 12 when she joined dance groups. At the age of 14, she was invited to perform with orchestras around the world. She began playing flamenco with violin and dancing in concerts while attending high school.[4]

At the age of 17 she graduated from high school in Rehovot with an increased maturity in music and dance, and immediately began studying music at Tel Aviv University.[5]

At the age of 19, in the middle of her university degree, Vinokur was accepted by a scholarship from the Adi Foundation for Flamenco studies in Seville, Spain. During her studies, she participated in a project that combines classical music and flamenco.[6]

Education & training

Tania attended the Music Academy Buchmann Mehta in Tel Aviv, Israel from 1999-2001.[7] In 2001, she placed 3rd in the Adi Foundation Flamenco Competition and receiving a one year scholarship in Spain.[8] From 2001-2002, Tania studied Flamenco studies at the Fondation Cristina Haran–Flamenco Academy in Seville. Together with two other dancers she was chosen to study with the great maestro Manolo Soler for six months[9]. Additionally, she played violin with Gypsy flamenco bands and recorded an album of Bach music in flamenco rhythms with Miriam Mendes and produced by EMI.[10] This project inspired and pushed her to publish her fusion compositions, combining world styles while exploring the sources of each genre. After recording this album, she was invited to tour the project. During the tour, she saw a performance by Israeli dance troupe Mayumana. She auditioned, and passed, the next day, subsequently joining the group.[11]

Professional career

In 2002, Tania recorded an album, “Bach Por Flamenco,” with Miriam Mendes, produced by EMI[12]. After recording, she auditioned for the band Mayumana, and joined the group the next day. From 2002-2011, she performed with Mayumana in Israel and abroad: Mayumana, Bakhontos with David Broza, Infected Mushroom, and Achinoam Nini.[13] In 2003, Tania produced a Spanish evening at the Tel Aviv Port where she performs weekly with a team of musicians. The evening's success spreads very quickly and various artists call to participate. This marks the beginning of Vinokur’s production career as she begins to invite various artists to visit her every week. She hosts two live performances every week, ultimately creating the show that later became known as Cinco 5.[14] On December 12, 2006, Cinco 5’s first show premiered with 5 female characters as its central focus. The first performance’s pivoted around Vinokur playing the violin, dancing the flamenco, drumming on the cajón, and singing, marking the first time she combined all her artistic skills for a public performance.[14] The show served as a fusion of the classical world, flamenco rhythms, Latin groove, choreography combined with video art, and flamenco dance, combining with the modern movement, scenery, original arrangements, and a full hall. Three months later, the show was invited to perform at the Tzavta Theater in Tel Aviv and was officially named “Cinco 5.”[15][16] In addition to Vinokur, the cast expanded to five musicians and four dancers. The arrangement now combined not only classic flamenco but also the world of tango, oriental music, and Latin jazz, combined with video art and live dance. The show also featured distinguished guests Leonid Ptashka and David Broza.[17] That same year, Cinco 5 was also performed at the Suzanne Dellal Festival at the Suzanne Dellal Center, the Sea of Galilee Festival in Herzliya, and the Jerusalem Theater. The show also entered the school system for performances in schools, as well as in the field of music and dance. Ultimately, Cinco 5 served as a form of flamenco fusion theater. Cinco 5 continues to operate today in the important principle of combining styles, cultures and arts, as well as emphasizing their accessibility to the Israeli viewer.[18] Tania was invited to perform at 2008's Festiladino with Baldi Olier and the Israel Broadcasting Authority Orchestra.[19] In 2009, Tania worked with the Yiddishpiel theater.[20] The same year, Tania also guested on David Broza’s show.[21][22] In 2010, she performed in Maholohet for the annual SummerDance festival.[23] In April 2013, Vinokur launched her project SHINE, its goal being to create new and original material that combines world music with different rhythms and innovative sound.[24] In 2015, Tania performed at the Times of Israel Gala.[25] Tania performed her violin and flamenco fusion at 2017's TEDx Jaffa.[26] In 2018, Tania performed at Cafe Gibralter with Ophir Toubul.[27] The same year, she performed with pianist Leonid Patschka as part of the second concert in the Urban Conservatory's "Jazz World" series from the Rehovot Municipal Society.[28] Tania also performed at the “Pearls of Music” at Empey Azrieli.[29] In 2019, she performed at Centro Sefarad-Israel in Madrid.[30] Tzachi Halevy guested on her 2019 EP launch show.[31] Tania also celebrated the 2019 launch of her album "In Time" with a show at the Tel Aviv Regional Club.[32]

Discography

  • Paseo
  • Cuerdas
  • Buleria A
  • 2X2
  • Abanico
  • Te Quiero
  • Shine
  • I Can
  • Mamaliga

References

  1. ^ [(https://www.timeout.com/israel/music/tania-vinokur) Article in “TimeOut Israel”]
  2. ^ [(https://www.maariv.co.il/culture/music/Article-669542) Article in “Maariv Online”]
  3. ^ [(https://www.ynet.co.il/articles/0,7340,L-3672016,00.html) Article in “YNet”]
  4. ^ a b c [(https://www.bangkokpost.com/life/arts-and-entertainment/338838/fiddling-with-flamenco) Article in “Bangkok Post”]
  5. ^ [(https://thediplomatinspain.com/en/2019/03/centro-sefarad-israel-presents-russian-violinist-tania-vinokur/) Article in “The Diplomat In Spain”]
  6. ^ [(https://www.israelculture.info/flamenko-intervyu-s-tanej-vinokur/) Article in “Israeli Culture”]
  7. ^ [(https://thediplomatinspain.com/en/2019/03/centro-sefarad-israel-presents-russian-violinist-tania-vinokur/) Article in “The Diplomat In Spain”]
  8. ^ [(https://www.jpost.com/Arts-and-Culture/Arts/Fusing-dream-and-reality) Article in “The Jerusalem Post”]
  9. ^ [(https://www.ynet.co.il/articles/0,7340,L-3672016,00.html) Article in “YNet”]
  10. ^ [(http://goodmusicisgoodmusic.blogspot.com/2010/12/miriam-mendez-bach-por-flamenco-2005.html) Review in “Good Music is Good Music”]
  11. ^ [(http://www.aurora-israel.co.il/tania-vinokur-lanza-nuevo-album-in-time) Article in “Aurora Israel”]
  12. ^ [(http://goodmusicisgoodmusic.blogspot.com/2010/12/miriam-mendez-bach-por-flamenco-2005.html) Review in “Good Music is Good Music”]
  13. ^ [(http://www.aurora-israel.co.il/tania-vinokur-lanza-nuevo-album-in-time) Article in “Aurora Israel]
  14. ^ a b [(https://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Culture/Flamenco-Days-weeks-and-years-584983) Article in “The Jerusalem Post”]
  15. ^ [(https://www.makorrishon.co.il/nrg/online/47/ART1/964/106.html) Article in “Makorrishon”]
  16. ^ [(https://www.globes.co.il/news/article.aspx?did=1000425246) Article in “Globes”]
  17. ^ [(https://www.arimnews.co.il/culture/8585) Article in “Arim News”]
  18. ^ [(https://www.ynet.co.il/articles/0,7340,L-3672016,00.html) Article in “YNet”]
  19. ^ [(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fcpJ5kWtQw) Video of Tania performing at Festiladino with Baldi Olier]
  20. ^ [(http://www.yiddishpiel.co.il/en/our-shows/cantors-and-the-jewish-soul) Article in “Yiddishpiel”]
  21. ^ [(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Afd2Nf4TBtI) Video of Tania performing on David Broza’s show]
  22. ^ [(https://www.mako.co.il/music-Magazine/reviews/Article-eeabacb853fe221006.htm) Article in “Mako”]
  23. ^ [(https://www.danceinisrael.com/tag/tania-vinokur/) Article in “Dance In Israel”]
  24. ^ [(https://embassies.gov.il/bangkok-en/NewsAndEvents/Pages/Tania-Vinokur1.aspx) Article from the Embassy of Israel to Thailand]
  25. ^ [(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3uawHFz4mI) Video of Tania performing at the Times of Israel Gala]
  26. ^ [(https://www.ted.com/tedx/events/21792) Article from TEDx Jaffa]
  27. ^ [(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCEhrtbeudk&t=42s) Video of Tania performing at Cafe Gibralter with Ophir Toubul]
  28. ^ [(https://www.arimnews.co.il/culture/8585) Article in “Arim News”]
  29. ^ [(http://www.parshan.co.il/index2.php?id=13745&lang=HEB) Article in “Parshan”]
  30. ^ [(https://thediplomatinspain.com/en/2019/03/centro-sefarad-israel-presents-russian-violinist-tania-vinokur/) Article in “The Diplomat In Spain”]
  31. ^ [(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=biKCqKbrEBk) Video of Tzachi Halevy guesting on Tania’s EP launch show]
  32. ^ [(https://yuvalerel.com/2019/04/03/%D7%94%D7%A6%D7%9C%D7%99%D7%9C%D7%99%D7%9D-%D7%A9%D7%9C-%D7%98%D7%A0%D7%99%D7%94/) Review from “Yuval Arel”]
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