Les Chevatim

**Les Chevatim** is a French Jewish choir that was founded in 1979 by Elie Botbol, who directed the group for nearly four decades. The choir originally consisted of twelve boys from Paris, aged between 8 and 15 years old. The group's repertoire includes a variety of original compositions by Elie Botbol, with orchestrations by Lionel Teboul, featuring lyrics in French and Hebrew inspired by the Torah. Their music often incorporates traditional Jewish themes and collaborations with artists like Ouriel Elbilia, known for his work in Judeo-Andalusian music. Over the years, Les Chevatim has released several albums, including "Les Chevatim 2000," "Chevatim 2012," and a notable DVD titled "Song of Memory" in 2006.

Les Chevatim's discography reflects a rich blend of cultural and religious influences, with their songs appearing in various films, such as the title "Bar mitzva" in Gad Elmaleh's *Coco*. The group is recognized for its lively performances and contributions to Jewish musical traditions, often incorporating significant themes and collaborations into their work. Despite being described as having an Arabic genre classification by some platforms, their core identity remains rooted in Jewish musical heritage.