Shulem is the most recent rising star of the Jewish musical tradition that has been intertwined in the life, faith and culture of the Jewish people throughout their history. Whether it's prayers, psalms or contemporary classics, this youthful Brooklyn tenor finds something rich and affirming in music, an endeavor that makes the soul soar and the spirit rise. He feels music aspires to go beyond current historical context to illuminate what he sees as the perfect dream: the world at peace. There are some voices that have to be heard; Shulem's is one of them.
Marking the first time that a singer from the orthodox Hasidic community has been signed to a major label, Shulem's debut album, "The Perfect Dream," will be released on Decca Gold. The album marks the arrival of a fresh voice seasoned by years of performing for his congregation and the Hasidic community. The songs reflect his varied musical tastes.
Decca Gold President Graham Parker says, "Shulem really does see himself as someone who can impact people in a meaningful, heart-to-heart way. People are touched by his voice and his ability to communicate a hopeful message. All the songs that are on the album come from a place of hope and inspiration-of thinking of things bigger than yourself. That's what makes him so special."
Growing up in Brooklyn's Boro Park neighborhood, Shulem was exposed mainly to cantorial music. A featured child soloist in his community, he was also influenced by opera as well as Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Andrea Bocelli and Josh Groban. "I listened to a lot of different things," he says. "I will look up certain people and study what they do-how they achieve certain things either with their voice or in their career. I listen to their voices and think, 'Oh, I can do that or fit that in' and try to make that happen somehow. Music, like any creative endeavor, is fluid and a river of influences that constantly evolves."
Part of the Jewish Luminaries Series
$35 General Public | $30 Members & J-Pass Holders | $20 Kids (all ages) & Students.
Presented by The Oshman Family JCC
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Marking the first time that a singer from the orthodox Hasidic community has been signed to a major label, Shulem's debut album, "The Perfect Dream," will be released on Decca Gold. The album marks the arrival of a fresh voice seasoned by years of performing for his congregation and the Hasidic community. The songs reflect his varied musical tastes.
Decca Gold President Graham Parker says, "Shulem really does see himself as someone who can impact people in a meaningful, heart-to-heart way. People are touched by his voice and his ability to communicate a hopeful message. All the songs that are on the album come from a place of hope and inspiration-of thinking of things bigger than yourself. That's what makes him so special."
Growing up in Brooklyn's Boro Park neighborhood, Shulem was exposed mainly to cantorial music. A featured child soloist in his community, he was also influenced by opera as well as Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Andrea Bocelli and Josh Groban. "I listened to a lot of different things," he says. "I will look up certain people and study what they do-how they achieve certain things either with their voice or in their career. I listen to their voices and think, 'Oh, I can do that or fit that in' and try to make that happen somehow. Music, like any creative endeavor, is fluid and a river of influences that constantly evolves."
Part of the Jewish Luminaries Series
$35 General Public | $30 Members & J-Pass Holders | $20 Kids (all ages) & Students.
Presented by The Oshman Family JCC
Shulem is the most recent rising star of the Jewish musical tradition that has been intertwined in the life, faith and culture of the Jewish people throughout their history. Whether it's prayers, psalms or contemporary classics, this youthful Brooklyn tenor finds something rich and affirming in music, an endeavor that makes the soul soar and the spirit rise. He feels music aspires to go beyond current historical context to illuminate what he sees as the perfect dream: the world at peace. There are some voices that have to be heard; Shulem's is one of them.
Marking the first time that a singer from the orthodox Hasidic community has been signed to a major label, Shulem's debut album, "The Perfect Dream," will be released on Decca Gold. The album marks the arrival of a fresh voice seasoned by years of performing for his congregation and the Hasidic community. The songs reflect his varied musical tastes.
Decca Gold President Graham Parker says, "Shulem really does see himself as someone who can impact people in a meaningful, heart-to-heart way. People are touched by his voice and his ability to communicate a hopeful message. All the songs that are on the album come from a place of hope and inspiration-of thinking of things bigger than yourself. That's what makes him so special."
Growing up in Brooklyn's Boro Park neighborhood, Shulem was exposed mainly to cantorial music. A featured child soloist in his community, he was also influenced by opera as well as Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Andrea Bocelli and Josh Groban. "I listened to a lot of different things," he says. "I will look up certain people and study what they do-how they achieve certain things either with their voice or in their career. I listen to their voices and think, 'Oh, I can do that or fit that in' and try to make that happen somehow. Music, like any creative endeavor, is fluid and a river of influences that constantly evolves."
Part of the Jewish Luminaries Series
$35 General Public | $30 Members & J-Pass Holders | $20 Kids (all ages) & Students.
Presented by The Oshman Family JCC
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Marking the first time that a singer from the orthodox Hasidic community has been signed to a major label, Shulem's debut album, "The Perfect Dream," will be released on Decca Gold. The album marks the arrival of a fresh voice seasoned by years of performing for his congregation and the Hasidic community. The songs reflect his varied musical tastes.
Decca Gold President Graham Parker says, "Shulem really does see himself as someone who can impact people in a meaningful, heart-to-heart way. People are touched by his voice and his ability to communicate a hopeful message. All the songs that are on the album come from a place of hope and inspiration-of thinking of things bigger than yourself. That's what makes him so special."
Growing up in Brooklyn's Boro Park neighborhood, Shulem was exposed mainly to cantorial music. A featured child soloist in his community, he was also influenced by opera as well as Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Andrea Bocelli and Josh Groban. "I listened to a lot of different things," he says. "I will look up certain people and study what they do-how they achieve certain things either with their voice or in their career. I listen to their voices and think, 'Oh, I can do that or fit that in' and try to make that happen somehow. Music, like any creative endeavor, is fluid and a river of influences that constantly evolves."
Part of the Jewish Luminaries Series
$35 General Public | $30 Members & J-Pass Holders | $20 Kids (all ages) & Students.
Presented by The Oshman Family JCC
show less
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