The fun holiday that follows Yom Kippur gets a fun music video to boot. Sukkahs are falling, Lulavs are flying, and there are some vocal harmonies in this visual treat by Rogers Park Band, starring Yosef Peysin and Mordy Kurtz, with a cameo appearance by comedian Mendy Pellin.
This is the Chicago-based, Hassidic folk-rock band’s debut music video.
“With the incredible amount of videos and clips that have been put up to get ready for Rosh Hashana and Hannukah, there have been virtually none celebrating Sukkot. This is a holiday that is, to some extent, largely overlooked in the social media world by many of the younger Jewish population,” said Mordy Kurtz.
So the band teamed up with famous Hassidic comic Mendy Pellin, star of the Jewbellish comedy series, and put out this video as part of their work with Jewish student life on campus to create a buzz for the lesser known holiday amongst Jewish college students across the nation.
Mordy Kurtz and Yosef Peysin formed Rogers Park in 2011, and have been recently named Continuum Theatre’s “Best Chicagoland Jewish Band” for 2014.
Saturday, October 04, 2014
Friday, October 03, 2014
Avraham Fired "Ochila L'Keil" & Unesaneh Tokef
Avraham Fired Sing Rabbi Hillel Palei's "Ochila L'Keil" at an Aseres Yimei Teshuva concert in Kiryat Ata, Israel.
"Unesaneh Tokef" at Heichal Hatarbut Petach Tikva. September 17, 2014.
"Unesaneh Tokef" at Heichal Hatarbut Petach Tikva. September 17, 2014.
Thursday, October 02, 2014
Avraham Fried Sings at Johns Hopkins Children's Hospital
Avraham Fried accompanied by Baltimore musician Yehuda Mond sings for young patients at Johns Hopkins Children's Hospital. May they have a Refuah Shleimha speedily.
Avraham Fried "Yachad El Ha'Ohr" Live in Israel
Avraham Fried at a recent concert in Israel "יחד אל האור"
Kaporos Before Yom Kippur
Rabbi Nachman Wilhelm of the Twin Cities, MN, dean of OnlineSmicha.com discusses the Minhag of swinging chickens over one's head for Kapporos.
Kaporos in Crown Heights
The chicken pays a visit to the nursery.
Kaporos in Crown Heights
The chicken pays a visit to the nursery.
The Shabbos Project "Just One Shabbos"
www.Kiruv.com/Events/Shabbos
This is the official music video of "Just One Shabbos" for Project Inspire. The song features vocals from Bentzy Marcus of 8th Day, Benny Friedman and a Boys Choir recorded at EG Studios.
Who are you inviting ?
This is the official music video of "Just One Shabbos" for Project Inspire. The song features vocals from Bentzy Marcus of 8th Day, Benny Friedman and a Boys Choir recorded at EG Studios.
Who are you inviting ?
Wednesday, October 01, 2014
Frog TV
From the author: "This is how frogs are entertained by watching their favorite channel. I'm thankful for Streamside Camp and Conference Center (Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania) for helping me create the perfect habitat for these happy frogs!"
Truck Crashes Into Barrier at 50mph
As a small crowd watches, a former Blue Bell ice cream delivery truck barrels into a steel barrier at 50 mph. The truck’s windshield and hood hurtle forward while its cab folds like an accordion. The black barrels in the vehicle's trailer, made to act as stand-ins for explosives, hop a few inches into the air before restraints pull them back down.
The goal was to prevent the truck bed from making it further than one meter past the barrier, a spot marked by a blue pole at the testing site. None of the truck’s bed made it past the barrier, marking the test a success, The ability of a driver to survive such a crash is not a primary concern.
The U.S. State Department is developing a steel barrier that can immediately stop a speeding 15,000-pound truck. The government agency is developing the structure with the Texas A&M Transportation Institute at the university in College Station who released a video of a test run that shows the truck getting completely totaled after colliding with the barrier at 50 mph. it is being developed to protect international U.S. embassy bases.
The goal was to prevent the truck bed from making it further than one meter past the barrier, a spot marked by a blue pole at the testing site. None of the truck’s bed made it past the barrier, marking the test a success, The ability of a driver to survive such a crash is not a primary concern.
The U.S. State Department is developing a steel barrier that can immediately stop a speeding 15,000-pound truck. The government agency is developing the structure with the Texas A&M Transportation Institute at the university in College Station who released a video of a test run that shows the truck getting completely totaled after colliding with the barrier at 50 mph. it is being developed to protect international U.S. embassy bases.
President Obama Meets with Israeli PM Netanyahu
President Obama held a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel on October 1, 2014.
Itzik Dadya “Mechavein El Ha’Or” Concert in Tel Aviv
A few weeks ago Itzik Dadya held a release concert for his new album “Mechavein El Ha’Or” in Tel Aviv. The event started with a siyum and some Divrei Bracha from R’ Chaim Horovitz, and immediately thereafter the music started.
No less than 14 musicians were there playing, conducted by maestro Gershon Freishtat. New arrangements for every song on the album, as well as Itzik Dadya himself sitting on stage and performing some of the new songs. A number of his good musical friends also graced the stage, such as Ohad Moskowitz, Yishai Ribo, the Kinderlach, and Daniel Ahaviel. The album has already sold 20,000 copies, and a number of the musicians who worked on the album came up on stage as well, including David Fadida, who produced the album.
To wrap things up though, the concert ended with the first ever ALS Ice Bucket challenge on stage. Itzik immediately nominated Menachem Toker, David Fadida, and his own father, and was promptly poured ice water all over his head.
Ki Besimcha, composed by Shlomo Yehuda Rechnitz
Ice Bucket challenge accepted.
No less than 14 musicians were there playing, conducted by maestro Gershon Freishtat. New arrangements for every song on the album, as well as Itzik Dadya himself sitting on stage and performing some of the new songs. A number of his good musical friends also graced the stage, such as Ohad Moskowitz, Yishai Ribo, the Kinderlach, and Daniel Ahaviel. The album has already sold 20,000 copies, and a number of the musicians who worked on the album came up on stage as well, including David Fadida, who produced the album.
To wrap things up though, the concert ended with the first ever ALS Ice Bucket challenge on stage. Itzik immediately nominated Menachem Toker, David Fadida, and his own father, and was promptly poured ice water all over his head.
Ki Besimcha, composed by Shlomo Yehuda Rechnitz
Ice Bucket challenge accepted.
CCTV Footage Shows Japan Volcano Eruption
CCTV footage captured the whole eruption of Mount Otake last Saturday, which left at least 36 people dead. The volcano, which last erupted in 2007, is popular with hikers. At one point, more than 250 hikers were trapped on the mountain,
Click here to watch a hiker's footage of the eruption
Click here to watch a hiker's footage of the eruption
Shmueli Ungar & Yedidim Choir - Chazi
Shmueli Ungar sings the new song 'Chazi" Composed and originally performed by Chaim Yisrael on his double album 'Sipur Chayie' released this year, together with the Yedidim Choir.
Accompanied by Producer Naftali Shnitzler.
Accompanied by Producer Naftali Shnitzler.
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Pilot Steers Hot Air Balloon Through Underground Cave
An Austrian balloon pilot has succeeded in taking a balloon deep underground, a feat which he believes is a world first.
Ivan Trifonov, 70, managed to descend into Mamet Cave, on Velebit Mountain in Croatia, before ascending back above ground. The cave is 675ft deep with a 200ft opening at the top. The flight took around 25 minutes to complete, using a balloon especially designed for the stunt. Instead of a basket Trifinov sat in a small steel frame, perched above twin gas tanks.
The trip is being reviewed by Guinness World Records to verify that it is a new record (Trifonov figures it is). Of course, the boundaries of this cave are very difficult to maneuver for just about any pilot, so if verified, this world record will probably stand for quite a while.
But even if it isn't confirmed, Trifonov already has four world records to his name, including having been the first to balloon over both of the Earth's poles, the Mediterranean Sea, Jerusalem, the Great Wall of China, and the Kremlin. What's more, Trifonov accomplished his balloon-spelunking mission at the age of 70.
Ivan Trifonov, 70, managed to descend into Mamet Cave, on Velebit Mountain in Croatia, before ascending back above ground. The cave is 675ft deep with a 200ft opening at the top. The flight took around 25 minutes to complete, using a balloon especially designed for the stunt. Instead of a basket Trifinov sat in a small steel frame, perched above twin gas tanks.
The trip is being reviewed by Guinness World Records to verify that it is a new record (Trifonov figures it is). Of course, the boundaries of this cave are very difficult to maneuver for just about any pilot, so if verified, this world record will probably stand for quite a while.
But even if it isn't confirmed, Trifonov already has four world records to his name, including having been the first to balloon over both of the Earth's poles, the Mediterranean Sea, Jerusalem, the Great Wall of China, and the Kremlin. What's more, Trifonov accomplished his balloon-spelunking mission at the age of 70.
"Haben Yakir Li" Sung by the "Kapelle"
The "Kapelle" performing the Chabad Haben Yakir Li -composed by Reb Sholom Charitonow of Nikolayev (passed away in in 1934)- in honor of Rosh Hashanah, with Yossi Cohen on keyboard. Elul, 5774.
Benny & Choni Dvar Aseres Yemei Teshuva
Benny Friedman and Choni Milecki deliver their Aseres Yemei Teshuva Dvar Torah.
Shloime Cohen - Ono Emtzoecho - Music Video
From his latest album “Baal Habayis”
Composed by Pinky Weber
Music by Ami Cohen Orchestra
Choir arranged and conducted by Moshe Roth
Mixing by Ami Cohen, Gideon Levine and Jeff Horowitz
Filmed by Eliezer Liani
מילות השיר:
אנה אמצאך, מקומך נעלה ונעלם, ואנה לא אמצאך, כבודך מלא עולם.
דרשתי קרבתך, בכל ליבי קראתיך, ובצאתי לקראתך, לקראתי מצאתי
Composed by Pinky Weber
Music by Ami Cohen Orchestra
Choir arranged and conducted by Moshe Roth
Mixing by Ami Cohen, Gideon Levine and Jeff Horowitz
Filmed by Eliezer Liani
מילות השיר:
אנה אמצאך, מקומך נעלה ונעלם, ואנה לא אמצאך, כבודך מלא עולם.
דרשתי קרבתך, בכל ליבי קראתיך, ובצאתי לקראתך, לקראתי מצאתי
Six13 - High Holiday Mashup
This song and all Six13 songs are completely a cappella -- created with nothing but the human voice.
Six13 is:
Mike Boxer | Eric Dinowitz | Robert Operman
Craig Resmovits | Jacob Spadaro | Mordy Weinstein
Arranged and produced by Mike Boxer
Additional arranging by Tom Anderson
Recorded by Colin Egan and Marianne Cheng
Edited by Alex Green and Ed Boyer
Mixed by Ed Boyer
Mastered by Dave Sperandio
Video shot, directed and produced by Jeremy Horowitz - Top Shelf Productions
Six13 is:
Mike Boxer | Eric Dinowitz | Robert Operman
Craig Resmovits | Jacob Spadaro | Mordy Weinstein
Arranged and produced by Mike Boxer
Additional arranging by Tom Anderson
Recorded by Colin Egan and Marianne Cheng
Edited by Alex Green and Ed Boyer
Mixed by Ed Boyer
Mastered by Dave Sperandio
Video shot, directed and produced by Jeremy Horowitz - Top Shelf Productions
Monday, September 29, 2014
Israeli PM Netanyahu Speaks at the United Nation
Three excerpts from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address at the UN General Assembly on Monday September 29, 2014
Yeshiva Boys Choir - Adir - Music Video
Song Composed, Arranged & Produced by Eli Gerstner (EG Productions)
Music by The Yosis Orchestra
Choir Conducted & Choreography by Yossi Newman
Vocals Recorded @ EG Studios by Yossi Newman, Yaakov Mordechai Gerstner & Eli Gerstner
Mastered by Larry Gates @ Gater Music
Mixed By Eli Gerstner @ EG Studios
Filmed by CJ Studios (www.CJStudios.info):
E. Sadikov
Brain Berkowitz
Mendel Mish
Yosef Shidler
Lighting by MLP (Mendy Boaron)
Video Edited & Directed by Nachman Taub
Music by The Yosis Orchestra
Choir Conducted & Choreography by Yossi Newman
Vocals Recorded @ EG Studios by Yossi Newman, Yaakov Mordechai Gerstner & Eli Gerstner
Mastered by Larry Gates @ Gater Music
Mixed By Eli Gerstner @ EG Studios
Filmed by CJ Studios (www.CJStudios.info):
E. Sadikov
Brain Berkowitz
Mendel Mish
Yosef Shidler
Lighting by MLP (Mendy Boaron)
Video Edited & Directed by Nachman Taub
Selling Land to a Gentile in Israel
Cheif Rabbi of Israel Rabbi Lau, sells land to a non Jew in Israel, in connection to the year of Shemitah.
Sunday, September 28, 2014
Kommon Kiruv Kwestions
Presented by the The Shabbos Project.
The Shabbos Project is a unique, international grassroots Jewish identity movement that unites all Jews to keep one full Shabbat together. The idea originated last year in South Africa, where the majority of the country’s diverse Jewish community joined together to observe a single Shabbat, most for the first time in their lives.
The International Shabbos Project will take place on the Shabbat of 24/25 October 2014 in more than 212 cities and 33 countries around the globe.
Episode 3 "What do you do if someone asks you a question and you dont know the answer ?"
The Shabbos Project is a unique, international grassroots Jewish identity movement that unites all Jews to keep one full Shabbat together. The idea originated last year in South Africa, where the majority of the country’s diverse Jewish community joined together to observe a single Shabbat, most for the first time in their lives.
The International Shabbos Project will take place on the Shabbat of 24/25 October 2014 in more than 212 cities and 33 countries around the globe.
Episode 3 "What do you do if someone asks you a question and you dont know the answer ?"
Kadosh - Levi Falkowits & Shira Choir
At the wedding of the son of Shraga Gold the Head & founder of The Shira Choir. One of Shira Choir Star Soloists Levi Falkowits preformed this beautiful song, accompanied by the Shira Choir .
The song was originally sung by the Jewish music legend M.B.D. Song composed by Yossi Green, On the Ein Oid Milvadoi Album Released in 1997
Music by Yankie Briskman
A Gruntig Exclusive!
The song was originally sung by the Jewish music legend M.B.D. Song composed by Yossi Green, On the Ein Oid Milvadoi Album Released in 1997
Music by Yankie Briskman
A Gruntig Exclusive!
Hataras Nedarim with Rav Chaim Kanievsky
Hataras Nedarim With MaRan HaRav Chaim Kanievsky.
Viznitzer Rebbe Rav Mendel Hagar singing Zochreinu Lechayuima the Kosel
Viznitzer Rebbe Rav Mendel Hagar singing Zochreinu Lechayuima the Kosel
Leopard Diving Down For Lunch
This is the incredible moment of a leopard diving from a tree into an unsuspecting group of impala – and emerges from the pack with lunch. The sneak attack caused the herd to flee in fright – except for one poor animal that was stuck in the female cat’s vicious grasp. Within seconds the attack was over – and the leopard held its prize in its jaws. Yasmin Tajik, 41 from Las Vegas, took the photos on August 13 while on holiday in Botswana.
Argument Leaves Boy With Broken Heart
A heartbreaking debate between some young toddlers was caught on camera. The little boy and a pair of little girls were arguing whether it was raining or sprinkling outside. "My mom told me it was sprinkling," the little boy proclaimed. "My mom said it is raining," one of the little girls emphatically replied. "No! My mom said it was sprinkling," the little boy quickly argued.
The debate goes on for more than a minute, with each side passionately imploring their case. But then things came to blows as one of the little girls poked the little boy right in the chest. "Ow," he claims, as eyes begin to fill with tears. "Are you okay?" asks the other little girl, obviously shocked by her sister's actions. "You poked my heart," the little boy then cries out. The second little girl then tries to comfort the boy's broken heart.
We're still not sure if it was sprinkling or raining.
The debate goes on for more than a minute, with each side passionately imploring their case. But then things came to blows as one of the little girls poked the little boy right in the chest. "Ow," he claims, as eyes begin to fill with tears. "Are you okay?" asks the other little girl, obviously shocked by her sister's actions. "You poked my heart," the little boy then cries out. The second little girl then tries to comfort the boy's broken heart.
We're still not sure if it was sprinkling or raining.
Yumi Lowy "Chamol al Maasecha" AT Production
Yumi Lowy Singing "Chamol & Mi Adir-Pnai Lelbon" Conducted by Yisroel Lamm On Setember 14 2014, In Old Westbury Hebrew Cong, An Aaron Teitelbaum Production
Japanese Volcano's Eruption Captured By Hiker
The Japanese volcano Mount Ontake erupted early Saturday, killing one woman and injuring more than 30 people. The volcano, which last erupted in 2007, is popular with hikers. At one point, more than 250 hikers were trapped on the mountain, although Japanese news outlets are reporting that most of them have been rescued. A medical emergency team has been dispatched to rescue the 41 hikers still trapped on the mountain. One hiker managed to take footage of the eruption, which has been sending ash pouring down the mountain for more than two miles.
Shira Chadasha Boys Choir - Menucha V'Simcha
Rabbi Nachman Seltzer is proud to present an official video of the Shira Chadasha Boys' Choir Volume 5 "Menucha V'Simcha"
Produced and Directed by Rabbi Nachman Seltzer
Composed by Rabbi Nachman Seltzer
Arranged by Yitz Berry
Recorded by Baruch Bergenfeld
Filmed, Edited and Directed: Tiferet Shish
Produced and Directed by Rabbi Nachman Seltzer
Composed by Rabbi Nachman Seltzer
Arranged by Yitz Berry
Recorded by Baruch Bergenfeld
Filmed, Edited and Directed: Tiferet Shish
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