[HANASHIR:2003] From Karen: Adam Sandler's vs. other Chanukah songs

[Adrian A. Durlester <durleste...>]

     Having just rewatched the Wedding Singer, I have to admit that Adam
     Sandler is one of those people who brings a cool, "it's ok to be
     Jewish" attitude to the movies...I think that it's great that his
     Chanukah song (which I have yet to hear on the radio!) has gained
     popularity.  As far as whether it should be taught to religious school
     students, my opinion goes like this: once they know the blessings,
     Maoz Tsur, Al Hanisim, and some other traditional songs, why not?
     Last Sunday, as we sang funny dreidl verses (many thanks to you all)
     and some other Chanukah songs, my 6th graders started yelling out "Put
     on your yamakah, here comes Chanukah!" and laughing and having a good
     time.  They were having fun, doing Jewish music; what a concept!

     Happy Chanukah,
     -Karen D.