Temple Sinai is a musically rich congregation that encourages congregants to be active participants in the musical life of the synagogue through a variety of avenues. We view music as our bridge to the divine – whether in worship, musical groups, experiencing outside artists, or watching our youth make music together, we can proudly say that music is a driving force of our spiritual paths and communal experiences at Temple Sinai.
Performs for High Holidays, occasional Shabbat services and holiday observances as well as outside programs.
Interested in learning more or joining? Contact Senior Clergy Assistant Gail Sell.
Occasional “one and done” ensemble for anyone, of any age, who likes to sing.
Interested in learning more or joining the next one? Contact Senior Clergy Assistant Gail Sell.
Musical teen singers and/or instrumentalists. Meets Tuesday nights during Noar.
Interested in learning more or joining? Contact Education and Ritual Music Specialist Emily Groff Heilborn.
2nd through 5th graders. Rehearses on select Sunday mornings 10:30–11:00 am. Performs throughout the year.
Interested in learning more or joining? Contact Senior Clergy Assistant Gail Sell.
Pre-K through 1st graders. Rehearses monthly on Saturday mornings 8:50–9:30 am, before Shabbat B’yachad.
Interested in learning more or joining? Contact Senior Clergy Assistant Gail Sell.
Temple Sinai’s in-house band, brings lively instrumental music to services and temple events throughout the year.
We’re excited about building a committed and supportive group of musicians. Interested in joining? Here’s what we’re looking for!
Interested in learning more or joining? Contact Education and Ritual Music Specialist Emily Groff Heilborn.
We work with Senior Cantor Rachel Rhodes to bring a wide range of vibrant musical programs to our community.
Carole Brand, co-chair
Stephanie Lebow, co-chair
Music Fund & The Circle of Music Lovers
Those who contribute to our annual “Circle of Music Lovers” campaign join a community of members and friends committed to Temple Sinai’s diverse, high-quality musical programs. All contributions go to the Music Fund, which supports all aspects of our congregation’s musical life including the music of regular ritual worship, adult, youth & pop-up choirs, Shabbat Shira, and special musical showcases throughout the year. We are deeply grateful to all our Circle of Music Lovers donors!
The Florence & Irwin Speyer Endowed Music Innovation Fund
This endowed fund is established to support Temple Sinai’s commitment to modern and innovative developments in Jewish music. Specific uses for the Fund may include, but are not limited to: bringing visiting musicians to come and perform at Temple Sinai; providing musical training for Temple Sinai clergy, staff, and/or adult & youth member; and commissions of new musical compositions. This fund supported the production of Rabbi Diamondstein’s new album in 2023 and underwrote visiting musician Jason Mesches in 2024.