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CAROL BOYD LEON

Gan Shirim: A Garden of Songs


CHILDREN'S


HOLIDAY COLLECTIONS

SONGBOOKS
SONGBOOK

GAN SHIRIM: A GARDEN OF SONGS
Three cheers for Carol Boyd Leon and her energetic youth choir who present 70 original songs about Jewish values, Shabbat plus all major Jewish holidays, beginning Hebrew, Bible characters, and “songs for every day from A to Z,” with a Jewish twist! This child friendly double CD recording, awarded a Parents' Choice Seal of Approval , for preschool through elementary school age is a non-stop fun filled journey of catchy, singable songs that will have the whole family singing and toe tapping along. Several rounds are perfect for youth choirs. And what an excellent teaching tool for Jewish educators to infuse their classrooms with joy and good humor through music! Carol’s years of experience as a music educator and her obvious love of children have enabled her to write and express melodies and lyrics that children adore, much to everyone’s delight. Thanks to co-producer and editor, Adrian Durlester, for his contributions to this awesome project, including musical arrangements and instrumental accompaniment. We invite all of you to come into the garden and let yourselves grow Jewishly, song by song!

From heartfelt to humorous, from holidays and Hebrew characters to weather and friendship, all in child-friendly singing ranges - these songs will energize and educate! Boker Tov, Chaverim, Hey, Hey, What Do You Say, I Wanna Be A Tree, Noah, Oh Noah, The Calendar Soft Shoe.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951209xx2-CD setxx$24.95 each

FAMILY SHABBAT: SONGS FROM THE HEART


CHILDREN'S


SHABBAT

FAMILY SHABBAT: SONGS FROM THE HEART
Attention all families - Make your Friday nights more memorable with Carol Boyd Leon's release featuring 18 original easy-to-sing songs for Shabbat! An excellent and enjoyable way for both you and your children to learn about Shabbat through this interactive experience! Lyrics are included in the recording. Favorite selections include: Shalom Shabbat Shalom, Lights of Shabbat, Come See The Candles, Shalom Rav, V'Shamru, Mi Chamocha, Y'varechecha, and many more!

Let these songs enrich your Shabbat! Online now: When God Made The World, The Children's Shema, Shalom Shabbat Shalom-Havdalah.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951159xxCDxx$15.95 each

www.carolboydleon.com

LISA LEVINE

Soulful Shabbat


CONTEMPORARY


SHABBAT

SONGBOOKS
SONGBOOK

SOULFUL SHABBAT
This original Friday evening service was written specifically for outreach to interfaith families and for use in community interfaith gatherings. Hebrew and English settings meld with a variety of styles including gospel, country, Folk, Chasidic, Klezmer, and Sephardic. Featuring easy to sing participatory music for everyone in the congregation, each of the 18 songs is presented in both Piano/Vocal/Guitar and melody line formats in this 123 page songbook. A professionally recorded rehearsal CD with Lisa and friends, and The Temple Oheb Shalom Adult Choir (Baltimore, MD) is also included. Though intended for use by cantors and musical specialists as an outstanding program resource (the informative user’s guide is a music director’s dream, categorizing selections appropriate for solo or various choral combinations!) the recording and songbook can also be enjoyed by anyone. Lisa’s signature songs Mi Shebeirach, Ruach Elohim, and Reaching for Peace are found in this collection, along with Shabbat favorites L’cha Dodi, Shalom Aleichem, Bar’chu, Sh’ma, Mi Chamochah, V’shamru…and More!

Appealing cross cultural rhythms and engaging vocals both solo and choral make this CD a comforting and inspiring choice for listeners as well as music directors! L’cha Dodi, Mi Chamochah, Shelter of Your Peace.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #985540xxSongbook + CD setxx$39.95 each

Reaching for Peace


CONTEMPORARY

REACHING FOR PEACE
We welcome Cantor Lisa Levine’s solo recording of original music, REACHING FOR PEACE, a blend of gospel and Jewish liturgical music which grows out of Lisa's 20 years working with interfaith, gospel and Jewish choirs. It also contains the healing songs "Mi Sheberach" and "Ruach Elohim" which have become popular in congregations around the world. Other selections in Hebrew or English include: Behold How Good, Yerushalayim Shel Libi (with a Rick Recht duet), Shelter of Your Peace, Save A Life, The Youth Shall See Visions, Spirits Rising, Im Ein Kemach, We Will Sing, and Reaching For Peace.  The lush arrangements include the voices of four choirs: adult, teen, youth and gospel, and were written for worship and interfaith settings. People of all faiths and backgrounds will find inspiration in this beautifully crafted CD. Lisa's message is one of faith, unity and peace for all humankind.

Voices meld on many levels in this eloquent, layered recording - we invite you to enjoy these songs online now! Mi Sheberach, Ruach Elohim, Yerushalayim Shel Libi.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951183xxCDxx$15.95 each

The Cantor Lisa Levine Songbook


CONTEMPORARY

SONGBOOKS
SONGBOOK

THE CANTOR LISA LEVINE SONGBOOK
Cantor Lisa Levine brings us a collection of 22 original Hebrew and English compositions for Healing (Baruch HaMakom, Beneath the Wings Shechinah, Mi Sheberach, Ruach Elohim, Spirit’s Rising), Prayer (Candlelighting, Eilu D’varim, Light & Love, Shalom Rav, Shehecheyanu, Nishmat Kol Chai, Texas Hodu, V’shamru), and Unity (Behold How Good, Chazak Chazak, Dodi Li, Join Hands For Justice, Im Ein Kemach, Save A Life, Together, Yerushalayim Shel Libi, The Youth Shall See Visions). This 53 page compilation includes melody line, guitar chords, Hebrew and transliterations. 

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #985539xxSongbookxx$24.95 each

www.cantorlisalevine.com

ROSS M LEVY


CONTEMPORARY

WHERE THE FUTURE LIES
Veteran NFTY songleader, Ross M Levy, shares his first album of 12 original Hebrew and English songs, many of which are Shabbat prayers. As a charismatic and inspiring Jewish educator, Ross believes that our Jewish youth must be armed with their tradition and be enthusiastic about their Judaism. Through his music he expands their minds, hearts and souls, while encouraging them to become WHERE THE FUTURE LIES. The CD itself is black with grooves just like the old 45 RPM’s, a treasure from the past filled with songs of the present, with an eye towards the future!

Attractive rhythms and sharp guitar work blend with Ross' passionate, driving vocals on this very contemporary CD!

TRACK LIST Click on any highlighted title for a sound sample
1. Im Ein Ani Li Mi Li/Stand Tall
2. Bar’chu
/Send Out Praises
3. Shema
/The Way I Hear It
4. Mi Chamocha
/Where The Future Lies
5. Yaeir Adonai
/Mirror
6. V'shamru
/The Sign
7. Shalom Rav
/Grant Us Peace
8. Y’hiyu L’ratzon
/May The Words
9. Tein Lo Mishelo
/Don’t Take For Granted
10. Bayom Hahu
/Light of God
11. P’tach Libi B’toratecha
/Open Our Hearts
12. T’filat Haderech
/Never Walk Alone  

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #95119xxCDxx$15.95 each

www.rossmlevy.com

NANCY LINDER


SHABBAT

SONGS FOR SHABBAT
We welcome Nancy Linder’s newest recording of 19 Hebrew and English songs that have become favorites at Temple Beth David in Westminster, CA, where Nancy has been the soloist since August of 2000. These spirited or contemplative prayers, blessings, and melodies for Shabbat are presented beautifully with style and energy that are so much a part of this vibrant artist’s performance. Selections include: Hallelu, Shalom Aleichem, Shabbat Shalom, Uva’u Ha’ovdim (Carlebach), Return Again/Hashiveinu, Hinei Mah Tov, Niggun (Linder), L’Cha Dodi, Sh’ma (Pik), Sh’ma/V’ahavta (And You Shall Love) (Friedman), When You Believe, Mi Chamocha, Ufros Aleinu, V’Sham’ru (Friedman), Yism’chu, Sim Shalom, Y’varech’cha, Oseh Shalom (Gershon), and Shehecheyanu (Pik). This CD was birthed before and after Nancy became the mother of triplets, so having it come to fruition has been a long journey – we think you will find it was certainly worth the wait!
From pensive to vigorous, this album is always full of life, expressed with Nancy Linder's welcome energy. You will enjoy: Hallelu, Yism’chu, Y’varech’cha.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951285xxCDxx$15.95 each



YIDDISH / LADINO / HEBREW

SONGS OF THE JEWISH SPIRIT
As a follow up to her best selling first release, MY FAVORITE HEBREW SONGS , Nancy presents her second recording of 17 Yiddish, Ladino, Yemenite, Hebrew, and English songs. Nancy radiates enthusiasm and energy that is contagious - you will be singing and clapping along with these familiar melodies. Favorites include: Lach Yerushalayim, Oyfn Pripitchik, Hava Nagila, Erev Ba, Dodi Li, Sisu Et Yerushalayim, D'ror Yikra, Bei Mir Bist Du Shain, Jerusalem Is Mine, Od Yishama, Cuando El Rey Nimrod, Shir L'shalom ... and More!
Listen to these tunes now! Hava Nagila, Bei Mir Bist Du Shain, Tum Balalaika and Jerusalem Is Mine.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951244xxCDxx$15.95 each



YIDDISH / LADINO / HEBREW

MY FAVORITE HEBREW SONGS
Take an outstanding voice, combine it with 17 well known popular Israeli and Hebrew songs, add terrific harmonies and pretty arrangements, and you will have this exciting energetic recording! Nancy warms our hearts with stirring renditions of: Halleluya, Adon Olam, Hafinjan, Tzena, Erev Shel Shoshanim, Al Kol Elle, Bashana Haba'a, Eli Eli, Hatikvah ... and More! Lyrics, translations and transliterations included.
Let your favorites be renewed - listen online now! Halleluya, Shalom Rav, Hatikva.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951243 xxCDxx$15.95 each

www.nancylinder.com

SHELDON LOW



CONTEMPORARY


CHILDREN'S

IT'S ALL CHALLAH TO ME
Sheldon Low's extraordinary new kids album, It's All Challah to Me, captures an exciting day in Sheldon's life, from waking up in the morning and heading off to school to getting tucked in at night, all in a super fun and relevant Jewish context. With songs and skits, soaring harmonies, and a wide variety of musical styles, It's All Challah 2 Me includes wonderful Jewish lessons about Shabbat, tikkun olam (repair of the world), prayers and blessings, self-confidence, love of community and family, and world peace.

TRACK LIST Sound clips coming soon!
1. Modeh Ani
2. Morning Sh'ma
3. Kattan!
4. I Can Get Ready
5. Shalom Shalom
6. You Can Do It!
7. Moochanim
8. I'm Green!
9. I'm Gonna Fix the World (Tikun Olam)
10. The Blessing Song
11. Who is He?
12. Shabbat is On its Way
13. We Welcome You to Tot Shabbat
14. It's All Challah to Me
15. Mishpacha
16. Y'varech'cha
17. Bedtime Sh'ma

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951308xxCDxx$15.95 each



CONTEMPORARY

ON 1 FOOT
Heads up Jewish music lovers…there’s a new guy in town! We welcome Sheldon Low, rock concert performer and artist-in-residence, who has been a huge hit with Jewish communities throughout the United States. Whether accompanying Rick Recht on national summer tours or performing solo, Sheldon has an undeniable appeal to youth and family audiences. Low’s debut album, ON 1 FOOT, includes 10 original songs co-written with Recht or Hadar Orshalimy. The easy to learn lyrics and melodies encourage listeners to join in song with these spirited, energetic, rockin’ songs. Guest vocalists and musicians Beth Schafer, Recht, and a choir of BBYO and NFTY teens add to the mix. Selections include both powerful pop songs and timeless liturgical melodies for service settings. You will enjoy On 1 Foot, Heveinu, Hinei Mah Tov, V’ahavta, Mi Chamocha, B’makom, Zeh Bazeh, Oseh Shalom, Selah, and P’tach.
Ringing guitar riffs and driving rock melodies make this bright album a delight for music fans of all kinds! B’makom, On 1 Foot, V’ahavta.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951109xxCDxx$15.95 each

www.sheldonlow.com

MAH TOVU

The Mah Tovu Songbook


CONTEMPORARY

SONGBOOKS
SONGBOOK

THE MAH TOVU SONGBOOK
This attractive 134 page spiral bound songbook features 24 fully notated songs from Mah Tovu’s popular recordings, ONLY THIS, PHARAOH PHARAOH, and TURN IT .  Transcriptions by Gordon Lustig are separate from copyable lyric sheets containing complete lyrics in Hebrew, English, and transliteration, with translation when appropriate. A welcome addition for any contemporary Jewish music library!

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #985541xx Songbookxx$19.95 each


Turn It


CONTEMPORARY

TURN IT
Turn it on and turn it up! The terrific trio of Steve Brodsky, Ken Chasen and Josh Zweiback are back, and better than ever, spreading the sweet sounds of Mah Tovu . The group’s commitment to teaching prayer through contemporary music makes this CD a welcomed way to explore Judaism today. With 12 original English and Hebrew songs about or from Torah or liturgy, this recording produced and arranged by the talented, Gordon Lustig , makes Jewish learning modern, fresh, and fun!

TRACK LIST Click on any highlighted title for a sound sample

1. Turn It
2. These Are the Words
3. Tov L'hodot
4. L’chu N’ranenah
5. Parents' Prayer
6. Modeh Ani
7. Round and Round
8. You Shall Be Holy
9. Sim Shalom
10. Thank You God
11. Your Soul and Mine
12. Hakafah

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951245xxCDxx$15.95 each



CONTEMPORARY


PASSOVER

PHARAOH, PHARAOH
By popular demand, Mah Tovu introduces its standing ovation hit Pharaoh, Pharaoh (to the tune of Louie, Louie) as a CD single, produced and arranged by Gordon Lustig . Audiences around the country, including CAJE conferences, rock to the beat, clap, stamp, and sing along with this engaging song. Mah Tovu group members Steve Brodsky and Josh Zweiback are joined in this recording and on tour with Ken Chasen .
Find out why this song is such a hit - listen now! Pharaoh, Pharaoh.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951247xxCD Singlexx$5.00 each


 


CONTEMPORARY

ONLY THIS
Introducing Steve Brodsky and Josh Zweiback , a dynamic duo of Jewish rock 'n roll performers and composers. This recording of 11 original Hebrew and English songs, 3 of which were finalists in the 1995 American Jewish Song Festival, was produced by Sam Glaser . Guest vocalists Craig Taubman and Julie Silver complement the rich vocal sounds of Steve and Josh.

TRACK LIST Click on any highlighted title for a sound sample
1. Mah Tovu
2. Hillel's Song
3. You Guys
4. V'ahavta L'reyacha Kamocha
5. Dodi Li
6. Livracha
7. T'fillat Hashalvah (The Serenity Prayer)
8. Eitz Chaim Hee
9. O, Jerusalem
10. Y'varechecha
11. Only This
12. Hashkeeveynu/Sh'ma

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951246xxCDxx$15.95 each

www.mahtovu.com

MAYYIM HAYYIM


CONTEMPORARY


SPIRITUAL / JEWISH RENEWAL

IMMERSED
IMMERSED - Songs for Mayyim Hayyim is a new CD produced by Josh Nelson, featuring all original songs written and recorded by Peter & Ellen Allard, Debbie Friedman, Cantor Jeff Klepper, Danny Maseng, Josh Nelson, Cantor Benjie Ellen Schiller, Julie Silver, Peri Smilow and Craig Taubman.

Mikveh, Music & MoreThe CD was launched on Sunday, March 25, 2007 at Mayyim Hayyim’s benefit, “Mikveh, Music and More.” The event included live performances by Peter & Ellen Allard, Debbie Friedman, Cantor Jeff Klepper, Josh Nelson, Cantor Benjie Ellen Schiller and Peri Smilow.

A portion of CD sales will benefit Mayyim Hayyim Living Waters Community Mikveh and Education Center, a young organization, serving the Jewish community of Greater Boston and beyond. Mayyim Hayyim, founded by Anita Diamant, is a unique center for Jewish spirituality and learning that reclaims the ancient tradition of mikveh and reinvents the ritual of immersion to serve the diverse needs of the 21st century Jewish community.

Full of songs of healing and awakening - this recording is alive with a sense of renewal. We invite you to refresh your spirit now - listen online! Step By Step (Julie Silver), Hineini, Here I Am (Peter & Ellen Allard), Kavannah (Peri Smilow).

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951286xxCDxx$18.00 each

www.MayyimHayyim.org

SHELDON MEREL


CANTORIAL

STANDING OVATION
Hats off and hands together for the spectacular release of San Diego’s very own, Cantor Sheldon Merel ! This 21-song compilation takes us live in concert, to experience Cantor Merel’s extraordinary performances from 1963 to his retirement in1991. The talented tenor beautifully highlights liturgical pieces, Chanukah and Passover selections, Italian opera, and Broadway hits with fine accompaniment by various orchestral and choral groups. Favorites include: K’aytz Shatul, Psalm One ( Isaacson ), Adon Olam ( Janowski ), Al Hanisim ( Helfman ), Prophecy of Elijah ( Jospe ), David & Goliath ( Mallotte/Robinson ), The Love of Spike Malone ( Meyers ), Maria from West Side Story, Meeskite from Cabaret, and many more! Extensive liner notes, complete with photos and an intriguing bio on the admired Cantor Sheldon Merel . His voice is irresistible. His interpretations are spell binding. His songs can leave you breathless . . . or chuckling. And you’ll know why audiences give him standing ovations!

Experience the magic! Listen online now: L’shana Haba B’rushalayim, Eylu D’vorim, and Meeskite.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951248xxCDxx$17.95 each

www.daniel@merel.us

LARRY MILDER

American Psalm


CONTEMPORARY

AMERICAN PSALM
And now for something totally different!  Rabbi Larry Milder brings us AMERICAN PSALM, a collection of 11 English songs on Jewish themes that all have a distinctly "American" musical style – folk oriented, with a strong bluegrass influence. Some of the songs interpret Biblical texts, re-imagining them as if they had been written in an American folk idiom. Others touch on "tangentially Jewish themes" or deal with the experience of being Jewish in America. Finally, some of the songs are just fun tunes that present Jewish ideas with humor and hot picking. A combination of Larry’s original compositions or favorites of his by other artists offer profound lyrics and engaging melodies – nourishment for both body and mind. This all acoustic album highlights guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, bass, piano, harmonica, and drums, with guest artist Peri Smilow joining Larry in beautiful harmony. Favorites include Stars In The Sky, Cowboy Pesach, Everything Is In Vain, If I Were A Moose, Courage, The Fox Is In The Garden, American Psalm . . . and More!

Appealing folk styling and lovely acoustic accompaniment highlight this album - listen online now! The Fox Is In The Garden, Courage, Stars In The Sky

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951172xxCDxx$15.95 each



CONTEMPORARY

BIBLE & BEYOND
"Wherever you go, there's always someone Jewish ..." If you loved that song, then you will love Larry Milder's CD. It is a wonderful collection of 11 great songs on Biblical themes, perfect for both kids and adults. This recording features the first release of the hilarious Tom Lehrer song, Hanukkah in Santa Monica, as well as the award winning (1995 American Jewish Song Festival) children's song, My Hebrew Name. Guest appearances from outstanding musicians, vocalist Peri Smilow , national flatpicking champion Orrin Star on mandolin and banjo, and jazzy harmonica player Mike Turk as well as Elijah Rock , the innovative Jewish band founded by Larry in 1985, round out the musical arrangements. Find out for yourself why Larry has been called "New England's funniest Jewish folk singer" (Bar Harbor Times) and order today!

Listen to online songs from the album now! Hanukkah in Santa Monica, My Hebrew Name, and Stairway to Shabbos.

Add item to Cart at URJ Books & Music Item #951163xxCDxx$15.95 each

www.larrymilder.com


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