The Messages

Between betrayal and forgiveness, JoLém is a journey of resilience and faith,
where forgiveness transforms pain into redemption,
and unity reveals the soul’s highest purpose.

This work is a mirror of the human spirit:
a passage from darkness to light,
where every fall teaches, every wound awakens,
and every note opens the path to hope.

Its messages transcend time and borders:
Forgiveness as a bridge between hearts.
Hope as a flame that never dies.
Inner strength that conquers destiny.
Redemption born from love and truth.
Resilience that turns pain into growth.
Unity revealing divine purpose.
Faith and trust in God as the root of all transformation.
Tolerance and coexistence as foundations of peace.
Personal and collective transformation that uplifts humanity.
Cultural impact reminding us that music can heal.
JoLém does not just tell a story —
it sings it, feels it, and offers it to the soul of the world.

The Dream That Gave Birth to an Opera

One night, during one of the most difficult moments of my life, I had a dream that marked me forever. It wasn’t one of those dreams you forget upon waking.
It was clear...!! It was revealing.
I was carrying heavy burdens: family wounds, anger towards my brothers, unresolved issues repeating themselves—like in so many families… distance, inheritance, silence, jealousy, pride. And right there, in the middle of that inner chaos, the dream came. I was alone, in the middle of a vast desert. But I didn’t feel empty. There was a full, dense silence… as if the entire universe was embracing me.
The sky, covered with stars, seemed to breathe.
And suddenly, a warm light appeared. It didn’t burn or blind me. It caressed me.
And from that light, someone emerged: my father.
He didn’t look like I remembered him at the end of his life.
He was whole. At peace. With a gentle voice, he said to me:

“Julito… you have a gift. And it’s not just yours. It was given to you so you can give it.
What will you do with that gift now?
How will you turn so much pain into something that can help others?”

And then, as if opening an invisible door, he added something that still shakes me:
“Tell the story of Joseph. Because there’s something of him in you too.
You know what it means to be different, to fall, to wait, to rise again.
Turn that into music. Let your art carry that message.”

I wanted to hug him. But he disappeared.
I woke up with a peace I had never felt before. It was five in the morning. I couldn’t go back to sleep. I spent hours searching — who was that Joseph? A relative?
A friend of my father’s? A character from our story? And then I remembered: Joseph, son of Jacob.
The one who was sold by his brothers. The one who knew how to wait. The one who chose to forgive.
That’s when I knew: it wasn’t just a dream. It was a calling.
I began writing the song Healing the Past, and with it came the melodies, the story, the need to transform all of that into a complete work. An opera. Since then, I’ve been composing non-stop for over ten months.
This opera was born from a wound, but it’s also a gift.
A gift from my father, who came—in a dream—to remind me who I am and why I’m here.
Yehuda (Julio) Glantz

Eclectic Crossover Pop Opera in Spanish

"A visionary creation by Yehuda Glantz, this eclectic opera masterfully blends innovation and tradition,
offering a compelling message of hope, resilience, and redemption within a plot of jealousy and betrayal."

"The melody of a tear can become a hymn of redemption."

Artistic and Narrative Essence
JoLem the Dreamer is a pop opera sung as a story, organized in acts, with live music performed
by a symphony orchestra and musicians specialized in ethnic music from various cultures.
The work combines classical structures —overture, arias, duets, choruses, and orchestral interludes
where the music guides the emotion and dramatic development.
The score, written for symphony orchestra, rhythm section, soloists, and mixed choir,
fuses styles such as classical opera, crossover, world music, jazz, and Mediterranean music,
with an expressive foundation characteristic of a modern opera.
The composer weaves the musical narrative as a continuous sequence of key moments,
inspired by the story of Joseph, son of Jacob (Genesis): his childhood, the betrayal by his brothers,
his exile, his rise as governor of Egypt, and his role as savior in the face of famine.
A musical tale that embraces the soul’s complete journey — from birth to redemption.

The power of forgiveness,
inner strength in the face of adversity,
unity as healing, dreams as a spiritual guide.

"From the Abyss to the Light:
The Journey of JoLem"

JoLem is a young dreamer, (Joseph Hatzadik) wounded by his brothers envy and cast into exile. Sold into slavery, he endures silence, imprisonment, and uprooting, sustained only by the memory of his father and the echo of his dreams.

In a foreign land, he faces the trials of power and injustice, until, in the deepest part of the pit, his true strength awakens. His gift for interpreting dreams lifts him up, and his compassion leads him to forgive.

This story is a song to the resilient soul, transforming pain into wisdom and revealing that dreams are the keys to destiny.

"An opera that unites memory, humanity, and hope."

JoLém the Dreamer
An original Spanish-language opera blending symphonic music, world music, folk-pop, and crossover lyricism. A visual, emotional, and spiritual experience that unites art, technology, and soul in a single song. Digital scenography, 3D projections, and immersive spaces bring to life this journey that transcends time, celebrating the power of love, forgiveness, and transformation.

"A true dream is a divine seed. Even if men bury it in the pit, it will bloom.
And when it does, it not only saves the dreamer… but everyone around them."

JoLem the Dreamer is a portrait of the life of Joseph, son of Jacob, as told in Genesis.
A timeless journey through betrayal, resilience, forgiveness, and the unbreakable bonds of family, exploring the emotional and spiritual legacy. This story offers to all generations.

The Creator & Artistic Vision
Yehuda Glantz is the creator and artistic director of the project.
A multi-instrumentalist musician, composer, arranger, and producer, he brings over 40 years of international experience. Renowned for his innovative fusion of cultures, his work blends spiritual roots with contemporary sounds, uniting symphonic and popular music, ancestral traditions and modern expression.
He has released more than a dozen albums and collaborated with artists and orchestras across Israel, the United States, Europe, Japan, and Latin America.