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Radio in yiddish language

Yiddish is a language spoken by Ashkenazi Jews and has its roots in the High German language. It is written in the Hebrew alphabet and has been spoken for over 1,000 years. Today, Yiddish is primarily spoken in Jewish communities around the world, including in the United States, Israel, and Europe.

In terms of Yiddish music, there are many popular artists who sing in this language. One of the most well-known is probably the Klezmatics, a band that combines traditional Yiddish music with modern influences. Other popular artists include the Barry Sisters, a duo that specialized in Yiddish music during the mid-20th century, and Chava Alberstein, an Israeli singer who has released several albums in Yiddish.

There are also a few Yiddish-language radio stations around the world, primarily in the United States and Israel. These include the Yiddish Voice in Boston, which broadcasts news and cultural programs in Yiddish, and Radio Kol Haneshama in Israel, which plays Yiddish music and features interviews with Yiddish-speaking artists and writers.

Despite the language being in decline due to the tragic events of the Holocaust and subsequent assimilation of Jewish communities in different parts of the world, Yiddish language and culture continues to hold a significant place in Jewish heritage and history.