Jewish Music

Taking My “Suitcase” Throughout the South

A performer reflects on his time in Southern Jewish communities

A Southern Jewish Country Singer Thanks Soldiers Through Song

Why praying with our troops is so moving for this musician

Convergence: Bringing Two Music Traditions Together

Why a Southern Jewish historian finds this album compelling musically and historically

Why I Froze A Bunch Of Jewish Music (Literally)

Deep connections and unwelcome critters are all in a day's work for an archivist

How Jewish Music Is Making Mississippi Feel Like Home

Who knew a move down South would mean a return to playing Jewish music?

Reimagining A Holocaust Classic

Music and Judaism go hand in hand. Every Shabbat service, lifecycle event, Jewish holiday or Israeli holiday has a specific song ...

The Secret to Creating Fan Favorite Songs at Jewish Camp

The campers sit, singing along in the dining hall, while the song leader gathers their spirits and latent energy after ...

At Purim, We Shall Overcome

This past week I had the pleasure of attending the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) conference. With inspiring speakers, ...

Why I Help Bring Jewish Music to the South

“So how long have you been a singer?”It’s a question I’ve been asked from time to time, and one that ...