At difficult moments, we turn to community and prayer. If you are praying for restored health for yourself or a loved one, if you have recently suffered a loss, if you are experiencing a particular difficulty or in need of comfort and support, or if you are simply interested in an hour of community, song, prayer, and uplift, this service is for you. Join Rabbi Wexler for a soulful and uplifting one-hour healing service preceding certain holidays, as these times can be difficult for those who find themselves experiencing pain and sadness. Through prayer, meditation, sharing, and singing, we will strive to find healing, strength, and hope in one another.
In-person/Livestream
In-person and livestream
Musicians: TBS' own: Sarah Baumgarten, Charley Bazzle, and Rivi Jay
Sarah Baumgarten is a proud Cherry Hill native and NYC-based singer, actor, and educator. She holds degrees in Voice Performance and Pedagogy from the Peabody Institute and Penn State University, as well as a Musical Theatre certificate from the Circle in the Square Theatre School. Her work spans opera, musical theatre, and sacred music.As a concert artist, Sarah has performed at esteemed venues such as the Kimmel Center, the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, and Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall. Her original lecture-recital, No One is Alone: The Jewish Tradition on Broadway, which celebrates the legacy and influence of Jewish composers on American musical theatre has been shared with audiences across the region — including at TBS. During the pandemic she was honored to be part of the virtual healing services with Rabbi Wexler, and she is deeply grateful to be returning in person to help bring comfort, reflection, and spiritual connection through song. Learn more at www.SarahBaumgarten.com.
Charley Bazzle is honored to be a musician for the Rosh Hashanah Healing Service and returning to her roots at TBS, where she was named as a baby and has been a member for the past 20 years and was named here. Most recent credits include: Regional/NYC: Seth's Cabaret solo @ Don't Tell Mama, Elysian Fields (AEA 29 Hour Read New BDWY show), Comeback Cabaret, (MONOLOGUE SHOW); Off Broadway: The Little Dancer...a holiday musical Ensemble/Swing/Vocal Capt., The End of Summer (Understudy), Vocalist - Comeback Cabaret, Special Guest Artist @ Manhattan School of Music, The White Christmas, Wizard of Oz, Other Favorites include: The Wedding Singer (Dance Captain), Legally Blonde, Little Women, Pippin. Currently pursuing a double BFA in Acting and Dance at Rider University.
Rivi Jay is a rising senior at Cherry Hill East who is a Jewish and secular songwriter, composer, drummer, pianist, and vocalist. By combining her passions for Judaism, music, and mental health to create original songs designed to touch the soul and bring people together, Rivi creates supportive communal spaces to nourish spiritual healing. Rivi is looking forward to sharing her music with you to cultivate renewal and rejuvenation this High Holy Day season.