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Music and Judaism have
travelled hand in hand since Sinai. With contemporary rhythms that appeal
to all ages, Sam Glaser's performances embrace the joy and hope of the
Jewish people.
For the past decade hundreds of communities around the globe have been
entertained and inspired by his uplifting concerts, Shabbatons and workshops.
Sam Glaser performs music with precision, power and passion. As a devoted
Jew and an accessible, enthusiastic role model, Sam has a gift to move
any audience to a greater love of their heritage.
Call or email Marcia Baron (800-972-6694, Marcia613@aol.com) to customize
an appearance for your community and to discuss rates.
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A Community Concert With a Difference
With a magical formula of music, humor and stories from over a decade
on the road, Sam tailors new and familiar songs to any age group in
a lively, participatory format. Sam loves it when day school or afternoon
school children and/or choirs do a bit of preparation and join him on
the stage. Regardless whether it is a solo show or with his full band,
audiences leave a Sam Glaser concert spiritually uplifted, amazed at
the vast range of emotions they have experienced and deeply connected
to the Jewish people.
“I
have never seen such ruach at a performance before and it was a thrill
to see children and adults dancing together for your finale. The students
can be heard singing your songs in the hallways even weeks after the
performance.” –Rolly S. Cohen, BJE Chicago, IL
“The phone has not stopped ringing, the rave reveiws have not
stopped, people are still talking about how great the concert was!”
–Linda R. Kirsh, Director of Education, Temple Beth El of S. Orange
County, NJ
“You calibrated your program perfectly...the huge crowd remained
with you until the spirited end...what better testimonial is there to
a performer.” –Rabbi Alan Kalinsky, Director, Orthodox Union,
West Coast
“Your music, your lyrics, your presence on the stage...all incredible!
The joy of being Jewish and the appreciation, concern and hope that
you hold so dear in your heart .radiates. It's also infectious! You
are a treasure for the Jewish People.” –Lynn Bar-Lev, L.A.,
CA
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The Shabbaton You’ve Been Praying For!
As Cantorial Soloist, Sam has the ability to
transform the davening experience. At key points he offers explanations
and tells stories while combining an ideal blend of traditional nusach
and contemporary settings of prayers. Sam can engage the audience with
singalongs at a community Shabbat dinner and then follow a moving Havdalah
service with a community concert. Shabbatons often are combined with
any of the topics on the workshop page.
Participants in the Shabbaton emerge with a new vision of the potential
for Jewish expression and a model for taking that commitment into every
Shabbat that follows.
“WOW!
That really sums up the weekend in a simple word. Nothing short of extraordinary.
People are still talking, the community has a different outlook on Judaism
and music. I did the right thing insisting on Sam rather than any of the
other musicians/comedians that were suggested.” –Barbara Young,
Greensberg, PA
“You touched the hearts and souls of all of us with your realness,
passion and honesty. Spending Shabbat with you has changed the face of
Tidewater...people here are now listening to Jewish music: your music.
It is in their cars and homes. My children choose to listen to you instead
of the Beatles.” –Karen Lombart, Co-Chair, United Hebrew School,
VA
“Thank you for making our weekend a great success – your contributions
in the davening, music and ‘chevra-schaft’ were terrific.”
–Bentzion Kogen, Principal, L.A. Hebrew High School
“You brought wonderful spirit to our congregation. We clapped, sang
and danced like never before. Your talent, your charm, your wholesomeness
is so appealing to all ages. Thank you for sharing this wonderful gift
that you have with others and for making Judaism so meaningful and fun.”
–Mindy Chakov, Temple Beth Israel, Fresno, CA
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An Unforgettable Keynote Speaker
As participants in Sam’s jam-packed sessions
at CAJE, NATE, Biennial and Teacher Enrichment Days will testify, learning
with Sam is a special opportunity. He combines wisdom on Jewish topics
gathered from a lifetime of study with a fluidity of delivery and level
of enthusiasm that is contagious. Choose from over twenty workshop topics
(See workshops) ranging from basic text
study to insights into mysticism for groups of any age and level of
experience. Session(s) can be incorporated into a Shabbaton and can
culminate in a group kumzitz and/or concert.
“I just wanted
you to know that I had a great experience at CAJE and you were the reason.
Your classes were a catalyst for me to explore Judiasm again. I'm getting
a Siddur and I’m going to start my morning with prayer and gratitude...I
have you to thank for that.” –Steve Zimmerman, Charleston,
SC
“Sam loves to teach and loves Judaism. It makes for a great combination.
His energy really comes through on Monday after Monday when I drag myself
half asleep from work for the hour and a half trek to LA. Inevitably I
come home more awake and peaceful than I when I left. –Batya Amit,
Los Alomitos, CA
“You make such a real and deep connection with those around you.
The work you do is important on so many different levels. I truly enjoyed
your presentation of the how to observe the first of the Ten Commandments...even
your digressions never fail to entertain.” –Janice Rubin,
Houston, TX
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Kol Bamidbar Concert:
A
Transformational Experience for your School
A unique Edu-tainment opportunity,
Kol Bamidbar/A Voice in the Desert is an award-winning musical journey
through the Five Books of Moses. Over the course of the semester, Afternoon
and/or Day School students prepare the songs, libretto and classroom
activities with their teachers and songleaders, and after a two hour
dress rehearsal with Sam on the day of the show, co-star for the whole
community. Over thirty cities have produced Kol Bamidbar events with
80 to 800 kids on stage...make your school the next one! See Kol
Bamidbar proposal.
“Attention
ladies and gentlemen, Vee Haf a Vinner!” –Morton Gold, Kol
Bamidbar Review, Syndicated Columnist
“You should
have big dreams for Kol Bamidbar. It is truly an amazing creative work.
It’s also not easy to find a music program that’s educational
AND involves the whole school.”
–Meris Ruzow, Albany, NY
“Since the concert, the Kol Bamidbar CD is always in my car and
it is my daughter’s continuous request on the way to school. Whenever
I am having a difficult time, she tells me to put the CD and it will make
me feel better. It’s like going to a Torah class. It makes me cry,
it makes me smile, it makes me dance in my seat, it gives me hope.”
–Helene Kates, Atlanta, GA
“It was a wonderful afternoon for this community, a terrific opportunity
for great Jewish edu-tainment! The kids in the choir will always remember
the chance they had to be Jewish stars for the day.” –Lenora
Stein, Executive Dir., Carolina Agency for Jewish Education, NC
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Sensational Orchestral Evening
Sam’s entire two hour show has been orchestrated! Combine his
heartfelt compositions, rich baritone voice and concert grand piano
playing with an orchestra and fasten your seat belts for the spiritual
ride of a lifetime! Your local symphony or community orchestra and choir
can be engaged to provide an unforgettable program using either local
conductors or one that Sam can recommend. For the ultimate in an elegant
and moving evening this option is hard to beat. See Sam
Glaser with the LA Jewish Symphony Webpage.
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Change the World in Five Days:Artist in Residence
Over the course of an emotional and spiritually invigorating week, Sam
leads an exploration into any topic from his workshop
list combined with sessions of stories and song, creating lasting camraderie
and instilling a passion for learning. Alternatively, he can form a
cast from your community singers, actors and instrumentalists culminating
in a unique and collaborative city-wide performance.
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Why Make a CD with Sam?
After your local singers, soloists and/or instrumentalists
rehearse a prearranged set of music, Sam conducts a two hour rehearsal
and then an on-site recording session. He then returns to his Glaser
Musicworks studio in L.A. and mixes and masters a custom CD which
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