music

Jews & Musical Theater

Jews had a hand in writing nearly all the great musicals of the 1930s and '40s.

Rock ‘N’ Roll Jews

The Jewish contribution to the development of rock music

Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan's lyrics never explicitly invoke his Jewish roots, but Jewish influences are never far from the surface.

Prayer 101

The texts and practices of prayer, while broadly common to all Jewish communities, vary according to local customs, ethnic origins, and ideologies.

Jewish Music 101

Music has been a part of Jewish life since biblical times, and remains integral to Jewish religious and cultural experiences.

Leonard Bernstein: Jewish America’s Favorite (Musical) Son

A celebrated American composer, conductor, teacher, and pianist who infused his work with his Jewish heritage

Popular Klezmer: Pushing the Envelope

With klezmer's popularity on the rise, artists have taken it in new--and sometimes "controversial"--directions.

American Jewish Music

The contribution of Jews to the production of "mainstream" music in America is of great significance.

Songs by American Jews

Many of the best-known American songs have been written by Jews--including many Christmas songs.

Debbie Friedman: Singing Unto God

A self-taught musical phenomenon, she had a huge impact on liberal Jewish worship.