“God's presence is in the synagogue...even when one person is there.” -Mekhilta to Exodus 20:21

Music


Inspirational vocal and instrumental music adds a powerful and meaningful dimension to Shabbat services, High Holy Days services, and special events. Musical Shabbat services such as Ruach offer uplifting and fresh opportunities to celebrate Shabbat.

Teen TeamComprised of talented and dedicated teenage singers and educators from Temple Israel, this unique and cutting-edge group performs, teaches, and leads songs at a number of services and special events, including:  
• Leading a Yom Kippur service in front of hundreds of teens & families
• Performing with respected Jewish recording stars Rick Recht & Sheldon Low
• Performing at Ruach services at Temple Israel
• Leading a Shabbat service for the NFTY regional conclave
• Teaching music and prayer at the Wendy and Avron Fogelman Religious School

ChoirSelected services at Temple Israel are enhanced by the beautiful voices the choir provides. The choir always welcomes new singers! Contact Cantor John Kaplan at (901) 937-2763 for more details.