[HANASHIR:11859] "Hallelu" Celebrates Jewish Spirit October 20 at Universal Amphitheatre

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"Hallelu" Celebrates Jewish Spirit October 20 at Universal Amphitheatre
A Festive Weekend October 18-21 Launches Synagogue 2000 in Los Angeles


July 2002, Los Angeles – A gala gathering of synagogues at the Universal 
Amphitheatre, featuring some of the most dynamic performers in Jewish music, 
will celebrate the launch of Synagogue 2000 in Southern California.  "This is 
a history-making event for Los Angeles," explains Dr. Ron Wolfson, co-founder 
of Synagogue 2000. "Never before has such a wide range of talented artists, 
cantors and synagogues gathered in one location to celebrate the Jewish 
spirit."

The concert on October 20th will bring more than 6,000 people together at the 
Universal Ampitheatre, and related weekend events running October 18th-21st 
throughout Los Angeles are expected to draw tens of thousands of people to 
Southland Synagogues. 

Synagogue 2000 is a national institute whose mission is to be a catalyst for 
excellence, empowering synagogues to create communities that are sacred, 
vital centers of Jewish life. Supported by a generous grant from the Jewish 
Community Foundation of Los Angeles, Hallelu encompasses an entire weekend of 
exciting programs designed to launch a Synagogue 2000 initiative in the Los 
Angeles area.

On October 18th and 19th Southland congregations will offer unique and moving 
services that will allow thousands of people to experience the power of 
sacred community.  On October 21st special workshops will be held, creating 
an open environment for clergy and lay leaders to share ideas for innovative 
worship services.  The centerpiece of the weekend is the Hallelu festival at 
the Universal Amphitheatre on October 20th.  This groundbreaking event will 
feature renowned artists that represent the vibrant and diverse trends in 
Jewish music today:

ÿ Theodore Bikel began his folk singing career in 1956 at Carnegie Hall, and 
he was a founder of the Newport Folk Festival in 1961. 

ÿ Debbie Friedman is an award-winning performer whose music has become a 
treasured part of the Jewish Community.

ÿ Danny Maseng is a master storyteller, composer, playwright and teacher who 
weaves together his life experiences with the stories and songs of the Jewish 
people.

ÿ Neshama Carlebach is Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach’s eldest daughter, who 
continues his spiritual tradition with her fresh blend of Jewish soul and 
spirit.

ÿ Alberto Mizrahi possesses one of the world’s most accomplished cantorial 
voices, and is often referred to as the "Pavarotti of Jewish music." He will 
be joined by a choir of Cantors from congregations throughout Southern 
California. 

ÿ Craig Taubman is the co-creator of Friday Night Live and One Shabbat Morning
, innovative
            prayer experiences that have affected thousands across the 
country.

Ticket information for Hallelu events is available at most Los Angeles area 
synagogues, or by contacting the Synagogue 2000 office at (310) 440-1218.

Media Note: Pictures and bios of the artists are available upon request.  
Please contact Beth Blenz-Clucas at (503) 293-9498 or email blenzb (at) 
aol(dot)com(dot) 
For more information about Hallelu and Synagogue 2000 visit 
www.doyouhallelu.com. 


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