Fellow Barnard grad here. Interesting to read about your reaction to the music in Cairo. My son, Dr. Hayim Katsman z''l, killed on October 7 on his kibbutz, was exposed to Arab electronic music while studying for a doctorate in Seattle. When he returned to Israel, he organized parties in which he played (as DJ) exclusively Arabic music.
You are an inspiration! I read your piece very slowly and enjoyed deeply spending this time with you, getting to hear your story and know you better. I am so glad that you became a mother. Your son is very fortunate to have you as his mom.
Fellow Barnard grad here. Interesting to read about your reaction to the music in Cairo. My son, Dr. Hayim Katsman z''l, killed on October 7 on his kibbutz, was exposed to Arab electronic music while studying for a doctorate in Seattle. When he returned to Israel, he organized parties in which he played (as DJ) exclusively Arabic music.
I enjoyed reading your story.
Hannah
I've been lucky enough to know Basya for close to 35 years, but still learned some things about her in this piece that I didn't know before.
We are so blessed to have in our midst the font of creativity, talent and deep wisdom that is Basya.
A beautifully written account of a beautiful, talented and soulful woman, performer and mom
You are an inspiration! I read your piece very slowly and enjoyed deeply spending this time with you, getting to hear your story and know you better. I am so glad that you became a mother. Your son is very fortunate to have you as his mom.