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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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