CELEBRATE HIP HOP
Jewish Artists From Around The Globe
Jewish hip hop music? No way! Way!!! This groundbreaking Celebrate Series recording brings together 12 top Jewish Hip Hop artists from around the world, including brand new tracks by veteran rappers Blood of Abraham, Remedy of Wu Tang Clan fame, and a Yiddish/Klezmer track by DJ Socalled.  The UK is represented by young artists Emunah and Antithesis, while Israel, a hot bed of this genre, offers two of its finest Mook E and Sagol 59.  A Russian crew Isquad, living in Israel, the Ukraine, Russia and the US, met online and created music virtually! The album is completed with the sounds of respected Miami hip hop pioneer Brimstone127, Etan G, and Hip Hop Hoodios comprised of musicians from Jewish/Latino backgrounds, and closes out with newcomer MC Hy.  Take a chance…expand your horizons…push the envelope…with this music by Jewish artists who dare to be different!

Jewish hip hop has arrived! Truly fresh and invigorating - listen online now! Just Peace, Ocho Kandelikas, South Side of the Synagogue.

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CELEBRATE YIDDISH
Playful Tunes For Grownups
Produced by Frank London and Lorin Sklamberg for Craig ‘n Co., this 12 song Celebrate Series compilation CD is “the ultimate collection of Yiddish songs from around the world…performed by some of the best and brightest artists to be found.” Selections include: Hulyet, Hulyet Kinderlekh (Theodore Bikel), Mirele (Chava Alberstein), Tkhiyes Hameysim (Avraham Fried), Di Krenetse (Adrienne Cooper), Dona, Dona (Wolf Krakowski), Rabeynu Tam (Isa Kremer), Barikadn (The Klezmatics), Dos Freylekhe Shnayderl (Nekhama Lifshitz), Drey Dreydele (Di Naye Kapelye), Belz (Seymour Rechtzeit), Yidl Mitn Fidl (Eleanor Reissa), and Klaybt Zikh Tsunoyf (Brave Old World).

Deeply moving and authentic, this rousing collection by virtuosic artists is a must for the Yiddish music collector, or as an introduction for a newcomer! Di Krenetse, Drey Dreydele, Klaybt Zikh Tsunoyf.

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CELEBRATE KLEZMER
Playful Tunes For Grownups
Welcome to a celebration of klezmer music! This 12 song Celebrate Series instrumental recording, produced for Craig ‘n Co. by Lorin Sklamberg and Frank London, captures the freylech, emotional, deeply Jewish music of the klezmer genre. Selections include: Russische Tzigane (The Klez Dispensers), Doyna (Chicago Klezmer Ensemble), Davenen (The Klezmatics), Tsu der Khupe Geyn (Joel Rubin Jewish Music Ensemble), Veretskier Kolomeyke (Veretski Pass), Wedding in Crown Heights (Frank London’s Klezmer Brass Allstars), Yikhes (Khupe), Terkisher Freylekhs (Steven Greenman), Beregovski Suite (Dobe Ressler and Pete Rushefsky), Erinerungen (The Harry Lubin Quintet with Dave Tarras), Sam Shpielt (Shtreiml), and Skotshne #60 a la Merlin (The Klezmer Conservatory Band).

Intensely emotional, infectiously toe-tapping in the best klezmer tradition! Listen to these selections by world-renowned artists! Beregovski Suite, Russische Tzigane, Skotshne #60 a la Merlin.

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THE WORLD IS A NARROW BRIDGE:
Songs that Celebrate Hope and Healing
Music has the power to heal, comfort, and inspire – this compilation CD, the seventh in the award winning Celebrate Series by Craig ‘n Co. is perfectly suited to do just that. The 14 vocalists whose songs are intertwined on this CD share with us their heartfelt renditions of music that has been especially meaningful to them in the course of their often challenging life experiences. Some drawing from liturgical sources, the lyrics in Hebrew and English, speak to us all. We are thankful to Neshama Carlebach, Todd Herzog, Debbie Friedman, Craig Taubman, Shirona, David Paskin, Beth Schafer, Dana, Elli Kranzler, Sally Fingerett, Sheryl Braunstein, Alberto Mizrahi, Mare Winningham, and Caren Glasser for the gift of their beautiful voices raised in song.

Soaring and wholehearted vocals, eloquent lyrics, and the perfect accompaniment deliver a profound and deeply touching musical experience! Listen online now: It's In You, Job's Niggun, Mima'amakim.

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CELEBRATE PEACE
What could be more timely and sorely needed than a lovely recording of 13 songs of peace, hope and freedom?  CELEBRATE PEACE, another gem in the Celebrate Series by Craig ‘n Co. is an eclectic mix of music encompassing various languages and styles from around the world. It is a collection of original, traditional, provocative, classic, soothing, stirring, uplifting and contemplative songs of Peace.  Selections include innovative songs previously unreleased by Doug Mishkin (Letter to Eve), Yom Hadash (Broken World), Theodore Bikel (Al Kol Eileh), David Kates & Jeffrey Silverman (Niggun), and Jeff Klepper (Shalom Rav).  These plus melodies, words and prayers from Vocolot (Lo Yisa Goy), Craig Taubman (Sim Shalom), Laura Wetzler (Children of Abraham), Debbie Friedman (Oseh Shalom), Safam (Peace by Piece), and others are a reminder and inspiration to practice, teach, embrace, pursue and celebrate peace!

Celebrate the peace in your heart - we invite you to listen to these selections online now! Children of Abraham, Broken World, Letter to Eve.

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CELEBRATE JEWISH LOVE SONGS
CELEBRATE JEWISH LOVE SONGS is a collection in the esteemed Celebrate Series by Craig ‘n Co. of traditional and contemporary songs that will stir your romantic passions and capture your imagination. Selections from 13 artists, Moshe Schachter (Mi Bon), Eighteen (Kumi Lach), Tanja Solnik (Iz Doch Vays), The Klezmatics (Hinokh Yafo), Craig Taubman (V’erastich Li), Judy Frankel (Yo m’enamori d’un aire), RebbeSoul (Et Dodim), Jon Simon (Dodi Li), Soulfarm (Ani L’Dodi), Klezmer Conservatory Band (Biz In Vaysn tog Arayn), Susan & Fran (Kol Dodi), Rick Recht (B’yachad), and Sally Fingerett (He Loved Her So) will open your eyes and hearts to the possibility of love and romance in Jewish life.

Celebrate the love in your life - listen online now! Iz Doch Vays, V’erastich Li, Dodi Li.

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CELEBRATE KIDS: Kids' Kosher Cuts
CELEBRATE KIDS is a smorgasbord of fun and lively children’s favorites by noted entertainers, Craig Taubman, Julie Silver, Visions, Beth Schafer, Sam Glaser, Debbie Friedman, Mah Tovu, Rick Recht, Joe Black, and others. This fourth release in the exceptional Celebrate Series offers 14 simply delicious songs in English and Hebrew for the entire family to treasure. You are invited to share Jewish values and traditions while creating memories that will last a lifetime. So jump right in and take a bite of Deli-ightful, The 613 Commandments, Salaam, A Vision We Share, Round & Round, Aleph Bet Boogie, Lo Alecha, Shabbas, Sim Shalom….and More!

You and the kids in your life will enjoy these great songs - listen online now! Deli-ightful by Craig Taubman, Round and Round by Mah Tovu, and Lo Alecha by Beth Schafer.

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CELEBRATE SHABBAT
Attention everyone!…CELEBRATE SHABBAT, the third release in the phenomenal Celebrate Series, has arrived in style! Filled with 14 fantastic songs featuring the talent of: Craig Taubman, Sam Glaser, Debbie Friedman, Hollywood Klezmer, Pharaoh's Daughter, Danny Maseng, Neshama Carlebach, RebbeSoul, Shirona, Nomi, Rick Calvert, Tanja Solnik, Wolf Krakowski, Patti Linsky and Laurence Juber! Come sing along to the spectacular sounds of Bim Bam, Hodu, Melech Rachaman, Birchot Havdalah, Yis-m'chu, L'cha Dodi, Hamavdil and many more! An exciting new way to CELEBRATE SHABBAT!

Celebrate your Shabbat with these songs! Melech Rachaman, Yism'chu, Eshet Chayil

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CELEBRATE PASSOVER
Craig ‘n Co. presents the second awesome album in their Celebrate Series - CELEBRATE PASSOVER! Passover is the season when families gather and stories of exile and liberation are told and retold. Music is an integral part of the celebration and this new recording will help everyone get in the spirit. The 14 songs introduce a wide variety of musical genres. Featured artists include Debbie Friedman, Rick Recht, Alan Eder, Gerard Edery, David Broza, Alberto Mizrahi, Safam, Jon Simon, Karen Daniel, Doug Mishkin, Shlomo Gronich and the Sheba Choir, as well as Craig Taubman with guitar legend Laurence Juber.

Feel the Passover spirit - listen to these songs online now! Dayenu, Miriam's Song, Chad Gadyo.

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CELEBRATE HANUKKAH
An extraordinary compilation recording of Hanukkah songs to treasure by some of our community’s most beloved musical artists. Produced by Craig Taubman for Craig ‘n Co.’s Celebrate Series, these 13 holiday favorites feature Ben Sidran, Jon Simon, Judy Frankel, Yom Hadash, Peter Yarrow, Joe Black, Alan Eder, Debbie Friedman, Laurence Juber & Craig Taubman, Klezmyriad, Linda Hirschhorn, Flory Jagoda, and Sruli & Lisa. What a talented group! CELEBRATE HANUKKAH is an opportunity to create your own memories and miracles during this holiday season of light.

Brighten your Hanukah season with these songs! Maoz Tzur, Chanukah/Solstice, Tzur Chayeinu.

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THE SHABBAT LOUNGE
Smooth and silky, this CD glides you into the Shabbat mood! Dynamic arrangements and infectious grooves make the 13 selections, Greetings, Candles, Dror Yikra, Shir Hamalot, Tzur Mishelo, Chiri Bim, Yedid Nefesh, Boi Kalah, L’cha Dodi, V’shamru, Hashkivenu, Shalom Aleichem, and Eliyahu truly “experimental Jew Age Music.” This recording joins the two other Lounge discs produced by Craig ‘n Co. as part of the celebrated Celebrate Series. Classy vocals by Craig Taubman enrich the sound and give him the opportunity to expand his repertoire with another genre. Be adventurous and try something different - join Craig in THE SHABBAT LOUNGE!

Enjoy this rich, flavorful, and very clever album! Full of enticing rhythms and new sounds that come together like they were meant to be - listen online now! Boi Kalah, Dror Yikra, L’cha Dodi.

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THE PASSOVER LOUNGE
THE PASSOVER LOUNGE creates a whole new soundtrack for Passover with its outrageous instrumentals and eclectic laid back grooves mixing with smooth vocals. You will recognize Craig Taubman’s sleek voice interspersed with electric sounds applied to traditional holiday melodies. Whether chillin’ out in the kitchen, dining at the Seder, or just lounging around, this 14 track recording will rattle your Holiday Playlist. The Celebrate Series collection includes tracks Welcome, Kadesh Urchatz, Halachmanya, Ma Nishtana, Avadim Hayinu, V’hee Sh’amda, Plagues, Dayenu, Eliyahu Hanavi, Adir Hu, Echad Me Yodea, Chad Gadya, L’shana Ha’baah, and Crickets.  Looking for a totally different gift to surprise your Seder hosts? This is it!

A fun, experimental flavor for your Passover - this album's bright, hip, tones might just become your favorite Seder sound! Listen now: Ma Nishtana, Dayeinu, Adir Hu.

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THE HANUKKAH LOUNGE
Welcome to the lounge…THE HANUKKAH LOUNGE where you can hear instrumental “Jew Age” music assembled by Craig Taubman as part of the Celebrate Series. These 12 selections are an eclectic mix of smooth-mood-inducing holiday melodies by world renowned producers and Grammy award winning artists. Titles include: Maoz Tsur (Craig Taubman), Sura (Yuval Ron), Drey Dreydele (Frank London & CURHA), Chanutronikah (Laurence Juber & Craig Taubman), Hanukah o Hanukah (Scott Leader), Mi Yimalel (Craig Taubman), Descarga Ocho Kandelikas (The Afro-Semitic Experience), Haneyrot Halalu (Josh Nelson), S’vivon (Bob Parr), Oy Chanukah (James Fuchs), I Have A Little Dreidl (Stephen Lawrence), and Candle Blessings (Chris Hardin).  Whether celebrating with family or throwing a holiday party with friends, kick back, chill and enjoy the Lounge!

Great atmospheric complement for your celebrations! We invite you to enjoy the Lounge's relaxed pace online now: Mi Yimalel, Descarga Ocho Kandelikas, Haneyrot Halalu.

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Close your eyes while listening to this recording and you will be transported away from earthly cares and distractions to a place deep within yourself. At holy day time or ANY time when your spirit is in need of refreshing, Craig’s inspired melodies paired with ancient liturgical selections are a warm, safe refuge. As always Craig surrounds himself with the finest musicians who contribute their skill and expert feel for the intent of the music, creating a masterful sound. These 13 Hebrew selections with translations are accompanied by Craig’s heartfelt personal reflections. Favorites include: Hayom, Adonai Ori, L’dor Vador, V’al Kulam, Papa’s Niggun #9, Hayom Harat Olam, Sha’alu, B’rosh Hashana, Hiney Anochi, and La’yehudeem, Eliyahu.

Truly lovely, these melodies restore, comfort and strengthen. We invite you to listen online now: Hiney Anochi, Sha'alu, L'dor Vador.

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ONE SHABBAT MORNING
If FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE changed your experience of Shabbat evening worship, wait until you hear what ONE SHABBAT MORNING does for your Saturday morning worship! Once again creative and multi-talented Craig Taubman, has created a service that will invigorate your spirit and renew your faith in the beauty of Shabbat. A project of Adat Ari El in North Hollywood, CA, with guest vocalists Cantors Ira Bigeleisen, Patti Linsky, and Alberto Mizrahi, and liner notes by Rabbi Moshe Rothblum, this stunningly beautiful recording blends traditional, familiar liturgy and music with the newest expression of contemporary sound. The special magic of this experimental service, two years in the making, is captured for others to share in 13 original melodies, including Elohai, Ayn Kamocha, Bay Ana Rachetz, New Moon, Hu Elohaynu, Sim Shalom, Ayn Kelohaynu…and More!

The accompanying songbook for Craig’s recording of the same name, complete with sheet music for all 13 songs. Vocal line, guitar chords, and transliterations included in this 57 page book. The newest addition to Craig’s songbook collection.

Treat yourself to something truly special - listen online now! Elohai, Bay Ana Rachetz, New Moon.

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THE BEST OF THE REST
Craig fans…it’s finally here! A compilation of your favorite Craig classics from MOMENT TO MOMENT, ENCORE, JOURNEY, HEAVEN AND EARTH and KOL TIKVAH on one digitally remastered CD! Enjoy taking this trip through time with 20 nostalgic numbers that will lighten your heart and soul. Longtime favorites include: Romemu, Hashivenu, Talia’s Song, Lo Aleicha, Hamakom, Elohai, Al Hanisim, Wedding Song, Kohelet, Shalom Aleichem, B’ni, plus many more from this acclaimed contemporary Jewish composer. And there you have it…the best of the rest of Craig Taubman’s music!

Now you can have the sheet music of all 20 songs from THE BEST OF THE REST, PLUS 19 other favorites from Craig's cassettes mentioned above! Over 90 pages of fun, including a Craig bio and discography!

Enjoy your favorites online now! Shalom Aleichem, B’ni, Hashivenu. and Ashreinu.

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FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE
In March of 1998 Craig Taubman joined Rabbi David Wolpe of Sinai Temple in Los Angeles in creating FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE, a service designed for young people, ages 25-40, many of whom were estranged from the synagogue and Jewish life. Now the monthly service is an amazing "happening" that draws 2,000 people! Craig's wonderful music that resulted is recorded with all the energy, excitement, and artistry that mark all of his recording projects. Liturgical selections in Hebrew with some English include: Romemu, L'cha Dodi, Barchu, Ahavat Olam, Shema, Mi Chamocha, Hashkivenu, Adonai S'fatai, Shalom Rav, B'yado, and Yigdal.

Listen to Friday Night Live's Hashkiveinu, L'cha Dodi or Romemu now!

Enjoy these special songs online now! Zochreinu, Master of All Things, Laila Tov.

MY NEWISH JEWISH DISCOVERY
Sing, dance, and discover the joy of Jewish life, values, and culture with Craig's second children's release in The Jewish Discovery Series. Each of the thirteen primarily English songs are full of energy and excitement. You and your kids will love: Four Corners, Family Tree, One World, That's What Love's About, Shigaon, Hello God, Piece Of The Dream ... and More!

Get your kids and listen online now! One World, Four Corners, Piece of the Dream.

MY JEWISH DISCOVERY
Craig's children's recording takes you on a whimsical journey through Jewish history and culture. Highlights include: an ode to Jewish food, Deli-ightful, the doo-wop, Shabababat Shalom, the hip-hop Chanukah Rap and Holi-Daze, the inspirational Boker Tov, and the peaceful Laila Tov. Commissioned by The Jewish Community Centers of Greater Los Angeles and My Jewish Discovery Place Children's Museum, which receives a portion of these proceeds.

You and your children will enjoy these whimsical tunes - listen online now! Big Trip, Shabababat Shalom and Holi-Daze.

L'CHAIM - TO LIFE!
Want to really have some fun? Try this CD of Jewish kid’s music for the whole mishpacha by The Marvelous Toy a.k.a Marc Rossio, dynamo performer who shares his gifts of humor, music, creativity, and love with audiences around the country!  Within minutes you will be singing along, moving to the beat, tapping your feet, and having a great time. These 14 original English and Hebrew songs grab your attention quickly, with engaging rhythms, easy to sing melodies, pleasing harmonies, and simple concise lyrics. Marc is joined by some talented children, including daughter Hannah and son Jack – a real family effort! Favorites include Boker Tov, Oogiot (yum, yum, delicious), Ahava, L’chaim – To Life, My Silent Prayer (2 versions), The Little Mouse (sweet ballad), Alef Bet (a little bit of country), Shehecheyanu, Days of Chanukah (the counting song), Let My People Go, Roll It Back (a Simchat Torah treat), I Agree I Agree Amen, and Shalom Chaverim. Harmonica and kazoo join with guitar, bass, piano, keyboard and percussion for a lively, spirited, and memorable recording the whole family will enjoy!

Bright, animated tunes with easy to remember lyrics - your kids will love to sing them with you! L’chaim – To Life, Oogiot, Roll It Back.

We invite you to lift your day - listen to these songs online now!: Awaken, Arise!, Gomel, Please God.

A VOICE CALLS
Inspired by her year in Israel, Hanna brings us her third album of lovely harmonies. The 14 Hebrew and English selections, produced with Fran Avni, include original songs and new renditions of traditional liturgy. Peaceful and reflective selections that touch the spirit in all of us include: Ivdu, L'dor Vador, Refa'eynu, B'tokh Libi, The Ways of a Woman, Anim Zemirot, Kol Koreh, In the Light ... and More!

We invite you to listen to these lovely songs online now! The Ways of a Woman, Refa'eynu, Hatzi Kaddish.

OLAMAMA
Hanna's second solo recording contains 17 original new songs in Hebrew and English. Olamama, the title song, combines the Hebrew word "olam" (world) with the universal word for mother, "mama." This 63 minute extended play album, produced with Fran Avni, includes folk ballads, calypso beat, Hasidic nigunim, jazz, and sacred chants. Songs include: Wake Up Shema, Eheyeh, Shema Koleynu, Olamama, Hachodesh Hazeh, Waters of Healing, Ufros Aleynu, Sabeynu ... and More!

Enjoy this very special album - listen to these selections online now! Eheyeh, Olamama and Ufros Aleynu.

THE HEALING CIRCLE
A recording to help us center and illumine our souls, as we seek to heal ourselves and restore balance to the earth. Hanna and her friends from Shir Hadash plus others share a soothing, peaceful feeling with such moving songs as: Kol Han'shama, Rachem Aleynu, Mimkomcha, The Healing Circle, HaYom, N'varech, Blessed Be - 14 songs in all with lyrics and transliterations.

Join in this healing celebration - these selections are online for your listening pleasure now! Rachem Aleynu, The Light Of Your Love and L'El Baruch.