Three members of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra alongside four of the finest musicians from Israel’s Arab community achieve the elusive balance of embodying two cultures living together in harmony. Shesh Besh is a model of tolerance and mutual respect in a turbulent, violent Middle East.
Musically, the ensemble reflects a multicultural context of classical Western music, classical Eastern works, and original compositions. On a deeper level, the ensemble’s onstage presence and repertoire are a living metaphor for people striving to coexist.