Be the Light at Carnegie Hall!
Song of the Week
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4m 15s
When people of faith build bridges across communities, the most wonderful things can happen, like when Cantor Schwartz and Reverend Ian Johnson take the stage together and exhort the audience to shine their light to the world. In return, the audience responds with joy, knowing that the state of humanity should be togetherness, so that we can overcome our differences and enjoy the light we create in the world together.
Wishing everyone a Shabbat Shalom, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Holidays to all!
Music: Reverend Ian Johnson
Music Director: Ray Chew
Producers: Vivian Scott Chew, Ray Chew
Video Editor: Tami Shaham
Special thanks to Carnegie Hall
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