REMEMBRANCES
Join Rebecca Cherry and musical friends on a journey through time discovering popular Jewish and Classical Jewish themes collected through the centuries. You will be led through an exciting musical experience full of lush and winding melodies. This music, for Violin and Piano, will transportyou to Israel, Europe and North America. Composers include Bloch, Bruch, Williams, Akron and more.
SONG, SONG, SONG – ISRAELI FOLK AND SYNAGOGUE MUSIC
Listen to the inspiring and spiritual songs of Israeli Folk music and Synagogue favorites from song writers Debbie Friedman, Dudu Fisher, Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, Naomi Shemer, Ofra Haza and more. These familiar songs have been transcribed for Violin and Piano and are a favorite, evoking the heart and spirit of the Jewish People. This program can be played as a stand-alone concert or as part of a Shabbat Service.
FROM EUROPE AND BACK AGAIN – YIDDISH
Transport yourself back to Europe and listen to a concert of popular Yiddish songs from the 1880’s to the 1940’s. Yiddish was the common language of the European Jews before the Holocaust. Now, mostly considered a historical language, it is still spoken by some in the USA, Israel and Russia. Rebecca brings life and heart to the unique melodies that have become associated with the Jewish people. Many of the composers of these songs are anonymous, but you will hear the greats, such as “Oyfn Pripetshik”, “On the Hearth” by Mark Warshawsky, and “Bei Mir Bistu Shein.”
HOW FAMOUS ARE YOU? – POPULAR MUSIC FROM JEWISH COMPOSERS
Ms. Cherry performs the widely popular music of the 1900’s written by Jewish composers. Rebecca will span the decades and the genres of music bringing you popular songs from Broadway, Rock, Holiday and Record and Radio. You may find yourself humming along and smiling as you enjoy these favorites. Famous Jewish composers showcased will include the great works of Gershwin, Kurt Weill, Kreisler, Leonard Bernstein, Irving Berlin, Rockers Lou Reed and Billy Joel, and Oscar Hammerstein.
A LITTLE OF EVERYTHING – PLAYERS PICK!
Rebecca will curate a concert based upon her current repertoire. It is a cohesive showcase of her performance list. Be prepared to hear Classical, Folk, Spiritual, and Popular music, including Composers Kurt Weill, Kreisler, Bloch, Ofra Haza, John Williams, and Akron.
SHABBAT SERVICES
Rebecca Cherry will enhance your Shabbat services with beautiful meditative music. Your congregation will be uplifted with the emotional live music. Pick a theme, or let the players choose the music for your Shabbat Services. Themes can include music from her Cd Remembrances, Israeli Folk and Synagogue music from composers such as Naomi Shemer, and Debbie Friedman, Yiddish popular tunes through the 1940’s and classic popular songs from Gershwin, Bernstein and more.
Take a musical journey during the Jewish holidays and enjoy a program of fun and familiar holiday favorites, mixed with a sprinkling of well known Jewish songs. Programs are designed around the holiday and are unique to the event. Rebecca will treat you to a memorable concert for all ages.