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At Temple Beth El, a balance of traditional Jewish music blended with contemporary styles encourages participation from the whole congregation, raising our prayers to a higher level of spirituality. Our Cantorial team, musical groups and guest professional musicians create a feeling of ruach (spirit) that helps to make Shabbat and holiday experiences more vibrant and more meaningful.
Each member of our Cantorial Team brings a unique perspective and style to our services.
If music is your passion, Beth El is the place to be! We have many opportunities for you or your children to grow your passion for musical expression. Musical ensembles are led by Cantorial Soloist Michelle Auslander Cohen and Cantor Jake Harris.
This group is for people who love Jewish music and love to sing! No prior experience is necessary, just a passion for community and singing!
This is a small, audition-based group of people who read and learn music on their own, can hold a harmony part with ease, and have some high-level amateur/professional experience.
Your kids should not be the only ones having fun making music! For adults who have an instrument they are already somewhat proficient in, this is your chance to meet other parents, make music and have a great time! The Temple Beth El adult band is a fantastic way to apply your love of music within the walls of the temple and out in the community.
*Both adult choir ensembles participate in a variety of Temple programming, including Friday night services, holidays, social events and end of year concert. Sign up to receive a rehearsal schedule.
This is a youth choir for kids in 3rd-5th grade. (If your child is involved with Barclay’s Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat, this would not be an option in the fall). We have a lot of fun, lunch is provided, and kids participate in various Friday night services and holidays, nursing homes and an end of year concert.
The Temple Beth El Teen Band is an inclusive and exciting way for students to deepen their connections to music and our community through melodies, both sacred and secular. Teens learn about a variety of musical styles, as well as have opportunities for performances at the Temple and beyond.
Temple Beth El regularly brings in exciting guests for concerts for our members and community, including Dan Nichols, the Maccabeats, and more.
Whether you have sung professionally or just have a vibrant passion for singing, there is a place for you in our Temple Program. If you have any questions, contact Cantorial Soloists Jake Harris or Michelle Cohen.
If you have a passion for singing, and want to use music as a means of spiritual exploration and expression, the Singing Circle is for you! Under the musical direction of Cantorial Soloists Michelle Auslander Cohen and Jake Harris, members of this re-envisioned choir experience at Beth El will learn new music, sing at various worship services and performances in the community, join our Masterclasses, and have social opportunities within the Singing Circle.
For those who have sung professionally, can read music, can hold and improvise a harmony, and are comfortable with four-part harmonies, the Beth El Vocal Ensemble is the place for you! Members will perform at concerts and in worship services, will be able to join our Masterclasses, and will have opportunities for social engagement. Auditions will be held for placement in this group.
Temple Beth El is a reform synagogue seeking to inspire a passionate commitment to Jewish life, learning, community and spiritual growth.
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