Prayer Service Leadership
Click the links below to view videos of different styles of services I have led.
Traditional Shabbat Morning Service
This is an example of HEA’s traditional service using nusach and well-known congregational melodies. This video offers a sample of my singing the Shacharit service.
Shir Hadash - Musical Shabbat Morning Service
Shir Hadash is a dynamic, creative and participatory service I helped create at the Hebrew Educational Alliance. It is led by a “Davenning Team” of volunteer singers who model participation and includes percussion and contemporary melodies.
Azamra
I created Azamra with then-cantor Arielle Reisner during the pandemic as an intimate, music-filled Kabbalat Shabbat experience designed to nurture connection and joy in a time of isolation. What began in my basement—with a simple Shabbat table, guitar, and heartfelt singing—evolved into a soulful gathering where prayer, conversation, and community flowed naturally. Azamra invites participants to greet Shabbat with authenticity, laughter, and song
Funeral of Jack Grynberg (z"l)
An example of a funeral. With permission of the family. May Jack Grynberg’s memory be a blessing to those who loved him.
Purim 2022 Slide Show
HEA’s megillah reading in 2022 took place shortly after I was appointed senior rabbi. I dressed up as “the devil you know.” This video also features the slide show I created to accompany the Book of Esther. I recreate an entertaining 200-slide video to accompany and interpret the story of Esther. I enjoy these kinds of ceative projects that enhance the ritual exprience.
A Charge to a Bat Mitzvah
An example of my blessing to a bat mitzvah. With permission of the family.