Appearances
An Unforgettable Night Of Song...
In addition to his success in contemporary popular music, Ochs is universally hailed as a breakthrough composer in the arena of Hebrew/Jewish worship music. He is the Composer in Residence at Congregation Micah in Nashville, TN and has performed at some of the most respected Jewish Institutions in the world including London's Leo Baeck Rabbinical College and The Jewish Museum of Berlin. Michael's liturgical settings have become part of the standard Jewish Shabbat repertoire from New York to Los Angeles, South Africa to London.
An Inspirational Journey Awaits—Michael invites you and your community on an unforgettable and inspirational musical journey: from New York to Norway, London to Berlin…and through the security checkpoints between Israel, the West Bank and Jordan. The songs, written and inspired during this journey and the personal photographs accompanying the music sweep you into this incredible experience. Join Michael as he retraces his steps with the young progressive Jewish communities in London and Oslo, and while performing at the commemoration of the 70th anniversary of Krystallnacht in Berlin. The program also includes songs composed with some of the top Palestinian, Israeli, Jordanian and Norwegian recording artists as part of a project focused on music, ethics and peace. The performance is rounded out with a few of Michael’s most popular “Gesher” Shabbat settings –many now mainstays in Reform Synagogues across the country.
Michael and his all-star band would be honored to share this one-of-a-kind evening of song and conversation with your community. You will find that this unique event is easily adaptable to fit your congregation’s needs – part of the Shabbat service; an interfaith workshop( Michael co-wrote the Dove Award winning Song Of The Year, "On My Knees" - Jaci Velasquez); a stand-alone concert or a blend of all three.
For booking information, please contact 615 485-7172.
Reviews:
"Michael Ochs is that unique combination of creative modernity and love of tradition. His music draws people together, whatever their background or perspective, faith or ideology. His personal approach is revisioning our Jewish liturgy in an energizing and uplifting way accessible for all! Wherever he visits, happy and inspired people remain."
-Rabbi Kenneth Kanter, Director of Rabbinical School, Hebrew Union College, Cincinnati, OH
“We were delighted to welcome Michael Hunter Ochs and his band to Temple Kol Tikvah. He is a dynamic performer who brought the audience to their feet as they enjoyed music from his CD “Gesher” and his new compositions that will soon become standards at synagogues everywhere. In addition, we were thrilled to hear his many secular hits. This concert is for young and old. We are still talking about it and look forward to welcoming him back!”……….
-Cantor Caren Glasser, Temple Kol Tikvah Woodland Hills, CA
Michael's workshop at Leo Baeck College (Rabbinical training college in London) was a refreshing and thought provoking experience for rabbinical students and music leaders alike. His education skills and love of learning shone through his music and we are eagerly awaiting his next visit.
-Sandra, Rabbinical Student at Leo Baeck College
"Every song, every note and every beat of music breathes new life into an ancient prayer."
-Jeff Jacob, Borders Books and Music
“highly polished...the range and sparkle of an Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.”
-Paul Wieder, Jewish United Fund: Chicago Jewish Community Online
"...simply the most powerful and spiritual Shabbat I have EVER had the privilege to be a part of..."
-Cantor Kerry Ben David, Scarsdale Synagogue (Scarsdale, NY)
“I haven't heard anything this mature or heartfelt in a very long while, and will highly recommend it."
-Julie Silver, Jewish Recording Artist
“…a generous and significant gift to the American Jewish community.”
-Rabbi Billy Dreskin, Woodlands Community Temple (White Plains, NY)
"You will be uplifted...a magical Shabbat experience to be enjoyed and inspiring for people of all ages and truly, all faiths.”
-Rabbi Kenneth Kanter, Hebrew Union College, Cincinnati Campus
For booking information, please contact:
An Inspirational Journey Awaits—Michael invites you and your community on an unforgettable and inspirational musical journey: from New York to Norway, London to Berlin…and through the security checkpoints between Israel, the West Bank and Jordan. The songs, written and inspired during this journey and the personal photographs accompanying the music sweep you into this incredible experience. Join Michael as he retraces his steps with the young progressive Jewish communities in London and Oslo, and while performing at the commemoration of the 70th anniversary of Krystallnacht in Berlin. The program also includes songs composed with some of the top Palestinian, Israeli, Jordanian and Norwegian recording artists as part of a project focused on music, ethics and peace. The performance is rounded out with a few of Michael’s most popular “Gesher” Shabbat settings –many now mainstays in Reform Synagogues across the country.
Michael and his all-star band would be honored to share this one-of-a-kind evening of song and conversation with your community. You will find that this unique event is easily adaptable to fit your congregation’s needs – part of the Shabbat service; an interfaith workshop( Michael co-wrote the Dove Award winning Song Of The Year, "On My Knees" - Jaci Velasquez); a stand-alone concert or a blend of all three.
For booking information, please contact 615 485-7172.
Reviews:
"Michael Ochs is that unique combination of creative modernity and love of tradition. His music draws people together, whatever their background or perspective, faith or ideology. His personal approach is revisioning our Jewish liturgy in an energizing and uplifting way accessible for all! Wherever he visits, happy and inspired people remain."
-Rabbi Kenneth Kanter, Director of Rabbinical School, Hebrew Union College, Cincinnati, OH
“We were delighted to welcome Michael Hunter Ochs and his band to Temple Kol Tikvah. He is a dynamic performer who brought the audience to their feet as they enjoyed music from his CD “Gesher” and his new compositions that will soon become standards at synagogues everywhere. In addition, we were thrilled to hear his many secular hits. This concert is for young and old. We are still talking about it and look forward to welcoming him back!”……….
-Cantor Caren Glasser, Temple Kol Tikvah Woodland Hills, CA
Michael's workshop at Leo Baeck College (Rabbinical training college in London) was a refreshing and thought provoking experience for rabbinical students and music leaders alike. His education skills and love of learning shone through his music and we are eagerly awaiting his next visit.
-Sandra, Rabbinical Student at Leo Baeck College
"Every song, every note and every beat of music breathes new life into an ancient prayer."
-Jeff Jacob, Borders Books and Music
“highly polished...the range and sparkle of an Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.”
-Paul Wieder, Jewish United Fund: Chicago Jewish Community Online
"...simply the most powerful and spiritual Shabbat I have EVER had the privilege to be a part of..."
-Cantor Kerry Ben David, Scarsdale Synagogue (Scarsdale, NY)
“I haven't heard anything this mature or heartfelt in a very long while, and will highly recommend it."
-Julie Silver, Jewish Recording Artist
“…a generous and significant gift to the American Jewish community.”
-Rabbi Billy Dreskin, Woodlands Community Temple (White Plains, NY)
"You will be uplifted...a magical Shabbat experience to be enjoyed and inspiring for people of all ages and truly, all faiths.”
-Rabbi Kenneth Kanter, Hebrew Union College, Cincinnati Campus
For booking information, please contact:
Email: info@ochsongs.com
