Shlomo Carlebach
Why My Synagogue Is Taking A Break From Singing Carlebach
After heartfelt discussions, the rabbi of New York City’s Central Synagogue has decided to take a one year break from singing Carlebach’s music.
In The #MeToo Era, These Synagogues Are Banning Shlomo Carlebach Songs
“We hope this communicates to those who have been victimized by Carlebach that we hear you and we are not indifferent,” Rabbi Angela Buchdahl said.
How To Enjoy Shlomo Carlebach While Acknowledging His Transgressions
There are two ways the Jewish community can still enjoy Shlomo Carlebach while acknowledging his indiscretions and bettering our community.
Banning Carlebach Melodies Would Be Self-Defeating
It’s like pledging never to buy German products; as a Jew, why shouldn’t I enjoy my German-made dishwasher?
From Gorka To Carlebach: The Forward Staff’s Favorite Articles Of 2017
2017 has, collectively, been few people’s ideas of a fun year. Still, it’s welcomed a wealth of excellent journalism.
It’s Time To Stop Singing Shlomo Carlebach’s Songs
I can’t walk into any synagogue in the world without hearing songs written by the man who sexually assaulted my mother.
Should We Still Be Singing Shlomo Carlebach’s Songs In The #MeToo Era?
If a collective trauma occurs in a community associated with a pioneering reformer, should that community still sing his music?
Niggun, Meet Jam Session: Joey Weisenberg May Be The Future Of Jewish Music.
“I like to imagine that all of these texts are in conversation with each other — that everyone is having these kind of musical dreams.”
Opening the Gates of Justice at ‘Hashem’s House’
We are standing at a great crossroad and the epicenter of the change is Jerusalem. My father’s Pitchu Li is on repeat in my ears and in my heart. The message is clear: it is time to open the Gates of Justice, starting with “Hashem’s House,” our Kotel.
Shlomo Carlebach's Guitar Goes on Block
Judaica and other items belonging to the influential late rabbi-musician Shlomo Carlebach will be auctioned next month.