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Composer Martin Bresnick’s classically unique style turns 60
George Robinson
January 18, 2007
Even today, Bresnick \”listens to everything,\” and his own compositions have a uniquely American eclecticism.
Theater: Troy vs. ‘Tsuris’
Robert David Jaffee
December 14, 2006
When asked whether he is Jewish, Mark Troy responds, \”You will be needing proof of that?\”
Memories and Music
Roberto Loiederman
April 27, 2006
In Los Angeles, as in other American cities where Jews have moved out en masse from their old neighborhoods, they not only left dwellings behind, they also left behind synagogues, social centers, stores and street corners that connected them to a certain time in their lives and to a particular era in their collective past.
Holy Toledo!
Beverly Gray
January 5, 2006
Spain\’s Toledo contains — along with spires, damascene jewelry and scrumptious marzipan — a treasure trove of Jewish memories.
David Karp: A Guide for Unity in Scouting
Marc Ballon
January 5, 2006
\”David Karp made it possible for us to have this program,\” said attorney Yacov Greiff, scoutmaster of Troop 613 at Shaarey Zedek. \”Aside from personal kindness and modesty, exemplary menschlichkeit and tireless efforts on behalf of the Jewish community, he deserves particular recognition for going out of his way to reach across sectarian lines.\”
Senior Moments – Great-Grand Marshal
Ellie Kahn
November 24, 2005
One thing that pleases Harmatz about being the grand marshal is riding in a convertible. In fact, last year when it rained on the parade, someone suggested they put up the top, but Harmatz wanted it left down.
Maccabiah Games Bring Golden Times
Roxana Pourshalimi
October 13, 2005
The hope of the organizers is that the games foster a sense of Jewish unity, awareness and pride among the athletes from around the world. In that spirit, this year\’s games were the first to feature delegations from China, Macedonia and Grenada.
Soothing Music Memories
Ellie Kahn
May 26, 2005
\”What I wanted was music that touches people\’s souls and hearts in many different ways in their time of need,\” Len Lawrence said.
Tell Me a Story
Ellie Kahn
April 21, 2005
Passover is a time for families to gather, to enjoy each other\’s company and to recall the story of our shared ancient history.
It is also the perfect time to preserve your family\’s greatest treasure: the memories and stories of your own family elders.
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