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Lehrhaus The Shofar as a Mekonenet, a Singer of Laments 2 Oct
The article explores the multifaceted symbolism of the shofar in Jewish tradition. Its unadorned, natural form, mandated by Halakhah, underscores its role as...
2 Oct
Hadassah In Times of Terror, Israelis Turn to Classical Music  25 Sep
Amid the chaos following the October 7, 2023 terror attacks in Israel, the Carmel Quartet, led by violinist Rachel Ringelstein, emerged as a beacon of healin...
25 Sep
Tablet Why I Left My Faculty Position at Rutgers 2 Jul
The author describes their decision to leave Rutgers University due to the administration's response to an anti-Israel protest promoting self-martyrdom throu...
2 Jul
Jewish Review of Books At the Anti-Israel Carnival 19 Mar
The author discusses the dark aspects of anti-Israel protests on university campuses, particularly focusing on Rutgers University, where protesters adopt car...
19 Mar
Lehrhaus “Lu Yehi”: Between Fragility and Hope 24 Jan
The article explores the renewed relevance of the song "Lu Yehi" in the aftermath of an attack in Israel. The song was written by Naomi Shemer during the Yom...
24 Jan
Lehrhaus Reclaiming the Musical Past: Leon Modena and Salamone Rossi in Context 13 Mar 2023
The text discusses the practice of a cappella harmony in synagogue liturgy, a custom that dates back to Rabbi Leon Modena in 1604. Modena faced criticism for...
13 Mar 2023
Lehrhaus Miriam’s Song and the Persistence of Music in Dark Times 30 Jan 2023
The Song at the Sea (Exodus 15) and the role of music within the lives of the Israelites during their enslavement in Egypt is explored. The Torah mentions Mi...
30 Jan 2023