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Youth Choirs

Youth Choirs provide a great opportunity for Jewish youth to express themselves musically and to participate in the life of the synagogue.

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Youth Music Program
Congregation Beth Israel offers opportunities for students of various ages and abilities to participate in creating music. Rabbi/Cantor Arlene Bernstein, who directs our youth music program notes that "Music often provides healing for the spirit. Singing and playing a musical instrument can be a powerful conduit for better communication, healthy self-esteem and a possible gateway to a better life.” Contact Rabbi/Cantor Bernstein's assistant Susan Hutchison at 858 535-1111, ext. 3116 for more information, to join a choir or audition for the band, or email Cantor Bernstein.

Youth Choir
The Youth Choir, comprised of singers in Grades 2 - 6, rehearses every Sunday that Religious School is in session. Pizza and juice will be served to Youth Choir members from 11:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Youth Choir rehearsal will follow from 11:50 a.m. - 12:35 p.m. in the Foster Family Chapel. Parents may pick up children at 12:35 p.m.

Teen Choir
Our congregation has the rich treasure of a magnificent core of talented teenagers who can elevate your soul with their sound. They help lead worship at Family Services as well as sing at concerts and special events. Teens who have begun their  Bar/Bat Mitzvah studies at CBI are eligible to join the Teen Choir.

Teen Band
Use your musical gifts to create uplifting music.Contact Rabbi/Cantor Bernstein by email or phone at 858 535-1111, ext. 3116 to arrange an audition.


One People, Many Voices Benefit Concert
The talented youth of Congregation Beth Israel performed a benefit concert and raised thousands of dollars to provide musical intruments for the newly completed music conservatory at the Meir Shfeya Youth Village in Israel. The Youth Village is a residential center that sets Israel’s disadvantaged children on the path to a successful future.
 

Erev Shabbat Services

erev shabbat servicesClergy-Led Friday Evening Services

Join us every Friday evening to welcome Shabbat with song, prayers and blessings. These services often feature notable speakers and the beautiful music of our Youth and Teen Choir, Adult Choir and Chai Band.

Shabbat Services

torahs sanctuary congregation beth israel Clergy-Led Shabbat Morning and Afternoon Services

Most Saturdays Congregation Beth Israel holds Shabbat services in the mornings at 10:00 a.m. and afternoons at 4:00 p.m. in our beautiful Glickman-Galinson sanctuary. These services celebrate the Bar/Bat Mitzvahs of our members and are open to the entire community. Please join us and celebrate Shabbat!