Shabbat Shira 2026: Open the Door
Cantors Mann and Rhodes. Photo by Steve Snyder.
Open the Door
And Light the Way with Song
Let music and prayer open the door to our hearts and light the way – to love, faith, hope and courage. This year’s special music Shabbat features the compositions of guest musician Cantor Becky Mann, who joins our temple’s clergy, choir, and a professional string quartet to fill our sanctuary with song. The evening promises to enliven, encourage, comfort, and inspire us as we worship and sing together.
Services will be preceded by an oneg and followed by a buffet dinner (sold out).
Join the 2026 Circle of Music Lovers, 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. We are deeply grateful to all our Circle of Music Lovers donors!
An Interview with Cantor Becky Mann
Music Committee member Kent Allen had a chance to talk with Cantor Mann about this year’s special Shabbat Shira.
For composer and cantor Becky Mann, tradition is important, but context is key. While the words in the Talmud may remain unchanged, the world never stops evolving. Mann’s task: Finding the words in our modern-day lexicon to relate the lessons and tales of the past to the present. Read more.