One Year After Avi Piamenta’s Passing, Composer Achiya Cohen Releases “Niggun Avraham”

One year after the passing of legendary musician and flutist Avi Piamenta, OBM, arranger and composer Achiya Cohen has released a powerful new composition titled “Niggun Avraham.”

The melody was born out of profound longing on the Motzei Shabbos when news of Piamenta’s passing first spread. Inspired by Avi’s groundbreaking musical style, the niggun serves as a deeply personal tribute to one of Jewish music’s most influential figures.

For Cohen, the release also marks the completion of an emotional journey. In the past, he composed “Yosef Niggun” in memory of Yossi Piamenta, OBM. Now, with the release of “Niggun Avraham,” issued just ahead of Avi Piamenta’s first yahrtzeit on 8 Tammuz, he completes the musical tribute to the Piamenta brothers.

The accompanying music video carries a remarkable story of its own.

Even before the song was officially recorded, its third section—known for its intricate and highly challenging musical arrangement—became a viral online challenge. Cohen invited musicians to attempt the difficult passage, and the response was overwhelming. Hundreds of musicians requested the sheet music, spontaneous performances began appearing at weddings, and dozens of artists from around the world submitted videos of themselves performing the piece.

From the hundreds of submissions, dozens of performances were carefully selected and incorporated into the official music video, transforming it into a moving, worldwide tribute that reflects the enduring impact of Avi Piamenta’s music and spirit.