Europe
needs Mentsh
vision
Democracy
Freedom
Pluralism
No matter where you come from - what unites us is the longing for freedom, respect, diversity and humanity. For a Europe with heart: Zeid a Mentsh!
October 23, 2025 - Chianni - Toscana
MENTSH UNITED PREMIERE
UPCOMING EVENTS
MENTSH UNITED ENSEMBLE
Together.
Through music.
Different origins, different faiths, common ground Mentsh: The Mentsh United collective sets an example for democracy, European values and against anti-Semitism. Under the artistic direction of internationally acclaimed musician Shantel (known for his "Shantel & Bucovina Club Orkestar"), pop culture and influences from south-eastern Europe, the Middle East and the Mediterranean are combined to create a cosmopolitan club culture.
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Stories from Mentshen
Listen
Our sounds
- Your favorites!
In our playlists you will not only find our songs, but also the favorite tracks of our community.
Follow @mentshunited on social media?
The cat is out of the bag and the first single of our MENTSH UNITED project is available everywhere!
MENTSH UNITED - Music with a message. Beats with attitude. Dance for tolerance.
@shantelbucovinaclub has produced this fantastic first single, check it out for yourself.
Show some love and share what you can!
Find out more about MENTSH UNITED in the next few days - feel free to follow us.
👉 Link in bio.
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The cat is out of the bag and the first single of our MENTSH UNITED project is available everywhere!
MENTSH UNITED - music with a message. Beats with attitude. Dance for tolerance.
@shantelbucovinaclub has produced this fantastic first single, check it out for yourself.
Show some love and share as much as you can!
Find out more about MENTSH UNITED in the next few days - follow us.
👉 Link in bio.
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#mentshunited #shantel #bucovinaclub
Hi, we are MENTSH UNITED and we are here now.
For us, EVERYTHING revolves around encounters. It's about bringing people together. And we want to achieve this primarily through music, dance and art. And whatever else we can think of. Because what could be better than openness, respect and tolerance? And not just here, but throughout Europe?
Here you will meet exciting personalities, gain insights behind the scenes of our work and find inspiring content.
There will be a lot going on here in the next few days and weeks - feel free to follow us!
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Hi, we are MENTSH UNITED and we are here now.
We are ALL about encounters. We are about bringing people together. And we want to achieve this primarily through music, dance and art. And whatever else we can think of. Because what could be better than openness, respect and tolerance? And not just here, but throughout Europe?
Here you can meet exciting personalities, gain insights behind the scenes of our work and find inspiring content.
There will be a lot happening here in the coming days and weeks - be sure to follow us!
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#mentshunited #europe 1TP5Democracy
FAQ
The MENSTH UNITED ensemble consists of 14 female and male musicians musicians of different origins, nationalities and denominations. It was founded in 2024 under the auspices of the JEWLIF association e.V. was founded in Cologne with the aim of using music, dance and positive energy sends a decisive signal for our European democratic values and against the growing anti-Semitism and against prejudice. MENTSH UNITED is a funding project of the Federal Ministry of the Interior and for Home Affairs (BMI) on the basis of a Resolution of the German Bundestag.
"Mentsh" is a deeply rooted concept in Jewish culture. A "Mentsh" is more than just a person - a likeable person who is integrity, honesty, decency and humanity, responsibility and in a friendly, respectful and understanding manner and with sense of community goes through the rhythm of life. Simple human.
"United" stands - as in sport - for unity and team spirit. Both within the Jewish community as well as in the European society as a whole. Our ideal is a united, colorful, diverse society. Community, borne by the longing for freedom and democracy, recognition of plurality and mutual respect. On Our collective future is based on these values. MENTSH UNITED makes bring this vision to life. With our diverse European voices and perspectives in the ensemble, we want to take responsibility and Strengthening community - that is our Tikkun Olam, our beat to the Improving the world! Celebrating our diversity, being Jewish, pride and Combining tradition with modern vibes - that's our thing.
You can experience the MENTSH UNITED Ensemble at our concerts. Concerts in Vienna, Tübingen and Ingolstadt are currently planned for 2025 is planned. The premiere will take place in the picturesque town of Chianni in Italy. will take place. However, we are also planning further concerts throughout Europe and will come to your location. An overview of our events can be found You on the event page. [LINK]
Since 2025, there has been a cooperation with the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance regular exchange between students and the ensemble.
We would like to thank our partners and supporters:
