We have a collection of 12 arrangements for Traditional Jewish - Hava Nagila
What ancient Hassidic melody forms the basis of the world-famous Hava Nagila? Learn!
Hava Nagila (Hebrew: הבה נגילה, "Let Us Rejoice") is one of the most recognizable Jewish folk songs in the world. Its melody is based on a Hassidic nigun (wordless melody) from Sadigur (Ukraine). It was adapted and set to lyrics in 1918 by Abraham Zvi Idelsohn to celebrate the British victory in Palestine during World War I and the Balfour Declaration. The song quickly became a staple of Jewish celebrations and a symbol of joy worldwide.