Velvel Pasternak Book order

"For the past six decades, Velvel Pasternak has been at the forefront of bringing the heritage of Jewish music, in all its forms Hasidic, Israeli, Yiddish, Sephardic, Ladino, Holidays, Liturgical, Cantorial and more to the world. Behind the Music is a small window into his experiences and knowledge, including stories that will inspire you and make you laugh, fascinating information about well-known Jewish songs, and anecdotes and biographies of individuals who have shaped Jewish music."--Amazon.com

(Tara Books). A collection of 37 best known traditional and contemporary songs set to the texts of Shir Hashirim (The Song of Songs).

This anthology showcases 185 rare arrangements of Israeli Yiddish, Hassidic, Holiday, and Shabbat music, spanning 324 pages. It serves dual purposes as both a songbook and a choral resource, making it an invaluable collection for enthusiasts of Jewish musical traditions. The selections highlight a blend of popular and classic pieces, offering a rich exploration of cultural heritage through song.

(Tara Books). 80 songs from the liturgy, the Psalms and the Prophets. Although the primary intent of these songs is religious, they are part and parcel of the music of modern Orthodox and traditional Jews and are featured at weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs and other joyous occasions. Includes: Elecho * Bilvovi * Hamalach Hago'el * Mi Ho'ish * Oshiro * Shiru Lo * Yosis Olayich * Ura * Mitzvah G'dola * Ko Omar * Ele Vorechev * Malchutcha * Hatov * Al Hanisim * Ani Ma'amin * Urey Vonim * and more.

(Tara Books). The largest, most complete Jewish music fake book in print! Features 250 selections compiled, edited and arranged by Velvel Pasternak, noted Jewish music anthologist. Klezmer, Yiddish, Israeli, Sephardic, Hasidic, holidays, wedding, dances, Nigunim, and rounds. An essential Jewish music library in one edition!

(Tara Books). Songs of the Bobover Hasidim features the popular and classic melodies of the large Bobover Hasidic dynasty. Melody line, chords, texts and transliterations. A companion CD featuring 17 selections is included.

This comprehensive edition showcases a rich collection of Israeli, Yiddish, Hassidic, Sephardic, and Ladino music, along with Shabbat and holiday songs. It features music, chords, texts, annotations, transliterations, and translations, making it accessible for all. A companion CD includes performances by renowned artists like the London Festival Orchestra and Safam. With over 100 songs, this collection is essential for anyone who values Jewish cultural heritage.

Designed for vocal performance, this collection features arrangements for voice in two-part settings, making it suitable for choirs or duets. The inclusion of chord symbols allows for easy accompaniment, enhancing the overall musical experience. Perfect for both practice and performance, it caters to a variety of musical styles and settings.

Featuring over 100 songs that span various styles, this collection showcases the enduring popularity of both anonymous folk songs and works by renowned Yiddish songwriters. Passed down through generations, these songs reflect a rich cultural heritage. The book includes selected texts and transliterations, along with an index, making it accessible for readers and performers alike.

(Book). Velvel Pasternak, a noted ethnomusicologist and lecturer, has brought the joy of Hasidic music to audiences throughout North America and Israel. The three movements of this book feature Velvel's often-humorous retelling of his music projects with Hasidim, a short overview of their music's essence, and the songs with background stories and annotations. The 70-minute accompanying CD features music examples from the book.