Cantor Schwartz and Israel Houghton Sing “Bridge Over Troubled Water”
Song of the Week
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4m 6s
At the gate of the new year, we’re excited about all that 2022 can bring. The message of this song resonates clearly – that we will get through good times and bad together. Cantor Schwartz is honored to collaborate with five-time Grammy-winning Christian artist Israel Houghton on this cover of Simon & Garfunkel’s classic “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” Focusing on our common bonds instead of our personal differences, we can all look for ways to “Be the Light” in a time of darkness. Wishing you a happy New Year and Shabbat shalom!
Producers: Ray Chew, Tyrell Belle, Demar Brown
Executive Producers: Ray Chew, Vivian Chew
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