THE JOSH FUND x
RIMON SCHOOL OF MUSIC COLLABORATION

We continue to honor Josh's memory through a powerful partnership with the phenomenal Rimon School of Music. Together, we celebrate Josh's life, his passion for music, and his enduring belief in creativity as a force for connection- while inspiring and supporting Rimon students on their own musical journeys. 

Across each initiative, Josh’s story and music are woven into the student experience, offering inspiration drawn from his legacy and his deep love of electronic music.

The Josh Fund Scholarship Committee

The Josh Fund Scholarship Committee brings together leaders from across Rimon’s academic community, including: 

  • Oded Davidov, Chair of Music Production and Performance

  • Elad Adar, leading faculty member in the Production Department

  • Avi Elbaz, Senior faculty member in the Production Department

  • Mitchell Rosen, Academic Director 

Each year, the committee carefully selects outstanding second-and third-year students to receive the Josh Fund Scholarship.

The Josh Fund Scholars

The Josh Fund students represent the very best of the Rimon community—talented, dedicated, and passionate about shaping the future of music. Several recipients are deeply engaged in EDM and innovative electronic production, including three exceptional female producers. This is especially meaningful, reflecting Rimon’s commitment to making music production more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming for women. 

The generosity of The Josh Fund will reach far beyond individual students—its impact will strengthen the entire Rimon community and help shape the future of music in Israel and beyond.

Program Implementation

Josh Fund Scholarship

Awarded to outstanding students in music production with particular emphasis on electronic music, reflecting Josh’s artistic interests. 

Week of Master Classes

A weeklong series of masterclasses on Rimon's campus in Israel, bringing together prominent Israeli artists alongside a featured international artist specializing in music production and electronic music. These sessions create an enriching shared experience for students and clinicians alike.

Yearlong Flagship Project for Final-Year Students

A comprehensive program in which final-year music production students create a flagship recording project of three to five original songs. The program includes master classes with leading figures in the music industry, one-on-one mentoring with top music producers, and recording budgets for professional studio sessions.

WHY WE CHOSE TO PARTNER WITH RIMON

Rimon was founded on the same values it thrives on today, a deep commitment to collective well-being and to helping students and communities thrive through music.  The school continually develops programs that serve the common good. Through dozens of formal partnerships, Rimon offers music enrichment and performance programs at hospitals, rehabilitation centers, elder care facilities, assisted living residences, community centers, mental-health programs, and settings serving people with disabilities, youth at risk, soldiers, and veterans. Much of this outreach is facilitated through its Mamtak program, which has grown steadily, approximately 10% annually. Since 2021, more than 500 students have each completed 140 hours of community service across dozens of social projects. 

​Rimon believes music is a collective experience, one that should be accessible to all.  Rimon is also committed to continuous self-study, ensuring its infrastructure and programming evolve to meet the needs of students and communities alike. The next phase of Rimon’s development includes plans for a new multipurpose complex serving students, professionals, and the public.  

Across its three campuses – Rimon’s main campus (Ramat HaSharon, a Tel Aviv suburb), Rimon South (Sderot), and Rimon North (Akko) – Rimon offers top-tier musical education while hosting workshops, conferences, and symposia for students, practitioners, and program leaders from diverse educational, clinical, and service organizations. Looking ahead, Rimon’s vision is to expand inclusive, innovative pathways for people from all backgrounds to experience the transformative power of music.

MEET THE JOSH FUND SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS AT RIMON SCHOOL OF MUSIC 

  • Eden Kotler Arkin

    A guitarist studying music production and performance, Eden is developing a distinctive personal musical language.  He believes computer technology is as expressive an instrument as the guitar itself and is excited to bring new sounds to life through the fusion of tradition and technology. 

  • Hadar Eizenstadt

    This year, Hadar is producing and arranging for two female artists as part of Rimon's EP Project. He has produced two full-length albums for various artists and recently released original music of his own. A gifted pianist, he recently performed at a tribute concert honoring Aner Shapira z”l at the Barbie Club, sharing the bill with leading Israeli artists: Ninet Taib, Ravid Plotnik, and Shlomi Shaban.

  • Emma Kovesh

    A multi-instrumentalist focused on voice, wind instruments, and production, Emma is also an active student representative in Rimon’s Mamtak program, using her talents to support young people and families through music. 

  • Inbal Matan

    Inbal focuses on music production and electronic sound design.  A frequent collaborator, she also tutors fellow students who may be struggling and works professionally as a sound technician. She looks forward to expanding her original repertoire and exploring live performance opportunities.  

  • Yuval Reisman

    A guitar principal, singer-songwriter, and producer-arranger, Yuval teaches guitar to at-risk youth in Tel Aviv and speaks to high school students from across Israel about life as a professional musician. He provides backline support for many of Rimon’s concerts, workshops, and classes, and helps many students with private lessons. While working on his new album, he has also performed with bands and released several original songs.  

  • Ariel Segev

    Alongside her achievements in music production, Ariel provides photography services for Rimon concerts and special events. She is also actively recording and releasing her own music.