Hanan Ben Ari has taken a fascinating journey from serving in the Israeli Defence Forces to composing songs of togetherness and healing. Now a national figure, the singer-songwriter juggles tour dates and judges a popular children’s singing competition. Yet he still finds the time to touch on heart-rending break-ups, question the depths of his faith and indulge in joyous, childlike chartbusters—all with equal verve and a soaring voice.