World Music Selections

This elegant original concert work combines the ancient Hebrew text of Jewish scholar Hillel the Elder with English lyrics to capture the tension between the need for healthy self-care and the importance of

This tender song was made popular by the folk group Peter, Paul and Mary. With Hebrew lyrics from the Song of Solomon, it has been performed in concerts and weddings throughout the world. This choral

Translated literally as "good sign" (siman tov) and "good luck" (mazel tov), this upbeat folk melody comes from the Ashkenazi Jews of Eastern Europe in the late 19th century. Often

The message and melody of this beautiful traditional Jewish prayer for peace never gets old. With ample unison and a simple section of harmony in a round, this arrangement is quickly learned and extremely

Using both Hebrew and English text, this original setting of a traditional Jewish blessing provides an important message of peace. Set with a contemporary pop ballad feel, the text was chosen to honor

Setting the powerful Hebrew text by the prophet Amos, this piece is lively and full of optimism. Contemporary harmonies, optional handclaps, and a rhythmic ostinato set the joyous tone of the work. "But let

Psalm 23 remains one of the most comforting texts to those who are afflicted with pain, loss, and grief. This original piece sets Hebrew and English texts with a soaring melody, beautiful harmonies, and

A beloved tradition at Passover Seders, this hymn is over 1,000 years old but this wonderful arrangement is fresh and new. Lively and upbeat, the selection features syncopated rhythms in the creative piano

Similar in style to a Schubert lied, this Yiddish text and melody has European roots from Jewish communities scattered there. Lyrical melodies partner with a descriptive piano accompaniment to express the

Composed during the Holocaust and often sung at Holocaust memorial services, this haunting piece has been arranged for SATB choir and cello. The cello establishes a mournful tone while the choir sings

Combining the traditions of Orthodox Jewish music with the counterculture of the 1960s, Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach created Jewish folk revival music including this, his most famous melody. Beginning with a slow

A lovely setting of a lyrical melody and a flowing harmonic structure that creates imagery and emotions that will resonate with anyone who has found themselves in love. In Hebrew throughout, with a

A lovely lullaby setting with sweeping vocal lines, lush piano accompaniment and shifting harmonies. Primarily in Yiddish, with a short English section, this texture has the feel of an Eastern European folk

Here is a very important Yiddish folk song arrangement that was nearly wiped from the earth during the Holocaust. Rothmuller has produced a very classical arrangement using dissonance and vocal

This beautiful and moving text comes from the Hebrew liturgy and a Hebrew folk song is quoted in the music. The choral parts are lovely and accessible, as the choir asks God to "be gracious and answer