Music to One’s Ear and Heart: In Awe of Israeli Musician Ishay Ribo

Ishay Ribo is an Israeli singer-songwriter. He has become an intrinsic part of a fascinating phenomena that brings traditional texts and ideas into the mainstream popular music scene. His music has gained popularity among Orthodox, national-religious, and secular audiences. In this elective we will study the lyrics and enjoy the music that enriches Jewish Renewal in such a prayerful and playful way. The elective will focus on “Modeh Ani” how in this, of all years can I find the strength to give gratitude, to be grateful, and to be great-ful as an educator and role model at camp?