Cantor Schwartz sings Ein Keloheinu to "The Banana Boat Song"
Song of the Week
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In memory of Harry Belafonte, who passed away this past week, Cantor Schwartz sings Ein Keloheinu to the tune of "The Banana Boat Song" (Day-O), which was performed live during these past Shabbat services. May his memory be for a blessing.
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