The West Side Institutional Synagogue was set to the 2nd Chazonus Masterclass this past Sunday, bringing together cantors and cantorial enthusiasts for an evening of famous cantorial pieces.
“Tu b’Shvat is a festive day in the Jewish calendar,” said the organizer Dovid Babinet, Director of the Council of Chabad Chozonim. “We felt that a master class for Chazonus would be a wonderful way to celebrate it.”
But due to severe weather conditions in New York City, the event is postponed for Thursday, January 28, at the West Side Synagogue.
The program will be presented by Chazonim Sherwood Goffin, Zevy Muller and The Council of Chabad Chazonim who will sing and speak about the significance of Chazonus and how to make it more enjoyable and meaningful in the synagogue.
The Council provides opportunities for anyone who has an interest in chazonus to learn more about what’s involved and work on building cantorial skills. It is a home for people who enjoy using their voices to serve Hashem and uplift the hearts of their friends and families.
The group regularly gets together to sing and discuss chazzonus – with the goal of perfecting the art-form. Those who attend the workshops and master classes can expand their knowledge of nusach, network with other Chazonim and work on building their careers. Many notable professional Chazonim and singers have worked with the Council.
The masterclass will be at the West Side Institutional Synagogue at 120 West 76th Street in Manhattan this Thursday, January 28 from 8:15-10:15 PM. Tickets will be available at the door. Admission is $15 which includes complimentary Hors devours, wraps and wine.
The council was started ten years ago by Chazan Levke Kaplan. Babinet has been involved in the Council’s leadership more recently. Babinet has more than 20 years experience in classical music, including the experience of working with some of the world’s leading opera singers. He attended conservatory for his musical training.
The council thanks Corey Steinbock of the Mattress Factory Outlet for his generous support.
VIDEO: The Chazzanim rehearsing
Text 718.772.3543 to join us on whatsapp or to get more info about the event or contactbabinetd@yahoo.com or visit chabadchazonim.com. The council can also be contacted for interest in how to get involved in their regular masterclasses. For more information, visit chabadchazonim.com.
what are the names of the singers?
very glad this will be done when im able to attend. Thank you dovid.