Israeli singers hold tribute to late Matti Caspi, hosted by Bank Hapoalim
The event, titled “Brit Olam” after one of Caspi’s best-known songs, featured Robas and his band alongside the three guest singers in a production assembled for the occasion.
At a tribute evening for the late Matti Caspi, hosted by Bank Hapoalim, Israeli singers Dani Robas, Shiri Maimon, Riki Gal and Roni Dalumi performed songs by the renowned musician. The event, titled "Brit Olam," after one of Caspi’s most famous compositions, took place at Tel Aviv University’s Smolarz Auditorium. The program, assembled specifically for the occasion, featured Robas and his band alongside the three guest singers.
Bank Hapoalim CEO Yadin Antebi, along with his deputy CEO Pazit Garfinkel and head of the retail banking division Ayelet Yasur, hosted the evening, which began with brief opening remarks.
Matti Caspi, who passed away in February at the age of 76 due to cancer, was one of Israel’s most influential singers, composers, and arrangers. Throughout his illustrious career, he composed approximately 1,000 songs, often collaborating with musicians and lyricists whose contributions significantly shaped Israeli popular music.
Notable partnerships of his include the one with lyricist Ehud Manor, which resulted in hits like "Brit Olam," "Yamei Binyamina," and "Yalduti Hashniya." Caspi also worked closely with Riki Gal, Shlomo Gronich, and Sasha Argov.
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