“« When, through creativity, we emulate the Creator, we offer ourselves as instruments for the music He plays, brushes for the paintings He paints, and words for the poetry He speaks. »”
David Louis was a multifaceted artist, musicologist, philosopher, and poet whose spirit continues to inspire through his family and the rich legacy of his work.
David spent a decade volunteering for the Ministry of Tourism Of Israel. He was the welcoming event for groups from all around the world, of varying beliefs and religions. He represented the state and the people of Israel with his love to the land and unique ability to use music to bridge between cultures.
Born in Peoria, Illinois, in 1949, David demonstrated exceptional musical talent from an early age, performing with the Peoria Symphony Orchestra in Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto as a teen. He studied composition at Northwestern University and performed with prestigious orchestras globally. David's conducting repertoire includes notable engagements with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, the San Francisco Symphony, the Berkeley Symphony, and the Pasadena Chamber Orchestra. He collaborated with renowned figures such as Leonard Bernstein and Jan Pierce. In the 1960s, David's musical journey spanned rock groups, including a performance in the warm-up band for Janis Joplin and with the Buddy Rich Orchestra. During this dynamic period, he developed a keen interest in Jewish Mysticism and began studying Kabbalah. A self-taught painter, David drew inspiration for his artworks from his mystical studies, continuing his musical career with three albums, including works performed by London Brass and Israel Brass.
Art was integrated into his daily life. Louis painted over 500 artworks in oil and watercolor. As a Torah scribe, he developed a great interest in the mystical meaning of the Hebrew letters. Visitor Center Masada in 2018, and multiple solo exhibitions in Jerusalem throughout 2017 and 2016, including at the Jarar Bachar Center and Beit Hasid. He has also participated in notable group exhibitions at the Jerusalem Theatre, The Jerusalem Cinematheque, and the Jerusalem Biennale. From 2007 to 2012, Louis presented his work privately in Israel, Brussels, New York, and Quebec, and his work was featured in the magazine 44Degrees during 2015-2016.