Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel taught “music is the only language that is compatible with the wonder and mystery of being.”
At Shaaray Tefila, led by Cantor Todd Kipnis, we believe in the wonder and power of music. It lifts our souls with our favorite Jewish melodies during worship services, and our spirits with a show tune or familiar pop hit at one of our special concerts throughout the year. Whether you join us to sing along or just listen, we hope you’ll come and experience the music of our community.
Songs for the Soul
In 2018 during his Sabbatical, Cantor Todd Kipnis made a recording focusing on music of healing and inspiration to help inspire people who may be in need of healing of body or soul, as well as provide inspiration to anyone who enjoys Jewish music. These songs are available for download.
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Our Choirs
Interested in adding your voice to Shaaray Tefila? Join one of our wonderful congregational choirs! Under the direction of Cantor Todd Kipnis, you’ll connect with other music lovers, experience Jewish music from the traditional to the contemporary, and perform at Shaaray Tefila worship services and programs with the occasional event out in the community – like our Junior Choir performing the National Anthem at Citi Field!
Learn more about our choirs below and reach out to Cantor Kipnis by email at cantortkipnis@tstnyc.org or by phone at 212-328-9415 to add your voice!
Adult Choir
There are no auditions, and no prior experience necessary. We gather for the fun of singing, and the joy of contributing to the musical and spiritual life of the congregation. Not sure if you can join for a whole year? No worries! Join us for one service or for a few, but we’re pretty sure you’ll be hooked.
Listen & Learn
Brush up on melodies and prayers from our worship services with Cantor Todd Kipnis.