Holy Closeness: Songs from the Well of Jewish Sacred World Music June 4, 2007

This class will explore the rich tradition of music for d’vekut — the continual turning and returning in thought and feeling to our ultimate Source. Concentration will be on several musical meditations from the Jewish sacred music of Turkey, Salonica, Morocco, Andalusia and Eastern Europe. Studying teachings from Kabbalah and the Chassidic masters, we will contextualize these musical prayers of contemplation, devotion and surrender, ultimately allowing the music to be a powerful catalyst of spiritual connection.
All songs will be presented in their original languages, as well as in transliteration, English translation and in musical notation. The class will also share its music with the larger Isabella Freedman/Elat Chayyim community. No musical background necessary.

Official Website: http://isabellafreedman.org/sacredmusic/