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Itzik KalaShows 2026: dates and tickets
Israeli singer from Jerusalem, one of the leading names in Mediterranean music, on stage since 1971.
Next date listed
Thursday, 5 November · 20:30
Ashkelon Culture Hall, Ashkelon
Itzik Kala
Dates checked 5 November, 02:27 Israel time
- Dates listed
- 5
- Towns
- 5
- On stage since
- 1971
Itzik Kala has 5 shows coming up at these halls
From each hall's own calendar, checked every few hours. Other dates are announced on Itzik Kala's official pages.
- Nov5
- Nov17
- Dec2
- Dec3
- Feb4
Itzik Kala plays 5 cities, and this is the next date in each
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Itzik Kala was learning to play with a paytan in Jerusalem at the age of ten
Itzik Kala was born in Jerusalem in 1953 to a family of Kurdish Jewish origin. At ten he began learning mandolin, guitar, oud and bouzouki with the paytan Rachamim Amar, and at 18 he became the lead singer of the band Or Chaim, before going on to perform with his own musicians at events and clubs.
His first album, Al Harei HaKastel (1978), was a record of Kurdish songs, and about 30 more followed. Mami Mami (1985), Ani HaEved (1988) and Ani Kore BeShmech (1997), recorded in Greece, made him one of the leading names in Mediterranean music.
From 2000 he worked with the Jerusalem arranger Tomer Ajam: Shmor Aleinu gave him the wedding anthem Yismach Chatani, and Tavini Oti (2003) included Aba Neshama, the song most identified with him. In August 2009 he sold out the Caesarea amphitheatre, and in 2026 he counted 33 albums and more than 55 years on stage.
Born
3 May 1953, in Jerusalem Wikidata
Sings in
Hebrew, Kurdish and Aramaic Wikipedia
Teacher
The paytan Rachamim Amar, from the age of ten Hebrew Wikipedia
Instruments
Mandolin, guitar, oud and bouzouki Hebrew Wikipedia
Albums
33, by his own count in 2026 Israel Hayom
On stage since
1971, as lead singer of the band Or Chaim Hebrew Wikipedia
Itzik Kala went from the band Or Chaim in 1971 to a sold-out Caesarea in 2009
1963
Began learning mandolin, guitar, oud and bouzouki with the paytan Rachamim Amar, at the age of ten. Hebrew Wikipedia
1971
Became the lead singer of the band Or Chaim, whose songs were played on the radio. Hebrew Wikipedia
1978
Released his first album, Al Harei HaKastel, of Kurdish songs. Hebrew Wikipedia
1985
Released Mami Mami, one of his biggest hits, to words by Shlomo Kishor, and the album BaChatzot HaLeil. Hebrew Wikipedia
1988
Released Adam VeOlamo, mostly original songs, with Ani HaEved, Ima and Kamanje, three of the songs most identified with him. Hebrew Wikipedia
1997
Released Ani Kore BeShmech, recorded entirely in Greece with local musicians; its title song became a big hit. Hebrew Wikipedia
2000
Began working with the arranger Tomer Ajam on Shmor Aleinu, whose Yismach Chatani became a wedding anthem. Hebrew Wikipedia
2003
Released Tavini Oti, with Aba Neshama, which has been the song most identified with him for more than two decades. Hebrew Wikipedia
2009
Sold out the Caesarea amphitheatre in August. Hebrew Wikipedia
2023
Sang as a guest on Idan Amedi's song for the 2022/23 State Cup win. Hebrew Wikipedia
These are Itzik Kala's best-known albums and songs
Tavini Oti (Understand Me)
Album · 2003 · Hebrew Wikipedia
Aba Neshama
Song · 2003 · Hebrew Wikipedia
Mechapes Et HaDerech (Looking for the Way)
Album · 2002 · Hebrew Wikipedia
Shmor Aleinu (Watch Over Us)
Album · 2000 · Hebrew Wikipedia
Ani Kore BeShmech (I Call Your Name)
Album · 1997 · Hebrew Wikipedia
VeHi Einena (And She Is Gone)
Album · 1995 · Hebrew Wikipedia
Adam VeOlamo (A Man and His World)
Album · 1988 · Hebrew Wikipedia
Ani HaEved (I Am the Slave)
Song · 1988 · Hebrew Wikipedia
Mami Mami
Song · 1985 · Hebrew Wikipedia
Al Harei HaKastel (On the Hills of the Kastel)
Album · 1978 · Hebrew Wikipedia
These are the questions people ask about Itzik Kala
When is Itzik Kala's next show?
The next date on the halls' own calendars is 5 November at 20:30 at Ashkelon Culture Hall in Ashkelon. Itzik Kala announces other dates on the official pages.
Where can I buy tickets for Itzik Kala?
Each date on this page has a Tickets button that opens the seller's page for that show. Tickets are bought from the seller, not from Israel.com.
What time does Itzik Kala's show start, and how long is it?
The next show, on 5 November in Ashkelon, starts at 20:30 and runs about 90 minutes. Each date on this page has its own start time.
How much are tickets for Itzik Kala?
Tickets for Itzik Kala's coming shows start at ₪139, bought on the seller's page for each date.
When is Itzik Kala playing in Ashkelon?
Itzik Kala's next show in Ashkelon is on 5 November at 20:30 at Ashkelon Culture Hall. It is the only date there so far.
When is Itzik Kala playing in Rehovot?
Itzik Kala's next show in Rehovot is on 17 November at 20:30 at Beit HaAm Rehovot. It is the only date there so far.
When is Itzik Kala playing in Airport City?
Itzik Kala's next show in Airport City is on 2 December at 20:30 at Hevel Modiin Culture Hall. It is the only date there so far.
Which shows does Itzik Kala have in the south?
Itzik Kala has shows in the south: Ashkelon (5 November).
Which shows does Itzik Kala have in the centre of the country?
Itzik Kala has shows in the centre of the country: Rehovot (17 November), Airport City (2 December), Pardesiya (4 February).
Which cities is Itzik Kala playing?
The halls list dates in Ashkelon, Rehovot, Airport City, Ma'ale Adumim, Pardesiya.
Where can I listen to Itzik Kala's songs?
Itzik Kala's songs are on Spotify and Apple Music, on the official artist pages linked here.
How old is Itzik Kala?
Itzik Kala was born on 3 May 1953 and is 73 years old.
What is Itzik Kala's best-known song?
Aba Neshama, written and composed by Tzadi Or, from the 2003 album Tavini Oti. For more than two decades it has been the song most identified with him, and one of the best-loved songs in the genre, with countless cover versions.
What languages does Itzik Kala sing in?
Hebrew, Kurdish and Aramaic. He is of Kurdish Jewish descent and has released more than 30 studio albums.
Who taught Itzik Kala music?
The paytan Rachamim Amar, who spotted his talent in 1963, when Kala was ten, and taught him mandolin, guitar, oud and bouzouki.
What was Itzik Kala's first album?
Al Harei HaKastel, released in 1978, an album of Kurdish songs. By then he had been the lead singer of the band Or Chaim, from 1971, and had gone on to perform with his own musicians.
Which of Itzik Kala's albums were recorded in Greece?
Ani Kore BeShmech (1997), recorded entirely in Greece with local musicians, whose title song became a big hit, and Sha'ali, recorded in Thessaloniki, whose title song is a duet with Avihu Medina.
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Where these facts come from
- Wikidata · read 17 October 2026
- Wikipedia · read 17 October 2026
- Hebrew Wikipedia · read 17 October 2026
- Israel Hayom · read 17 October 2026