Rahel Musleah offers a range of programs that both educate and entertain, taking adults and children on a journey to Jewish India that is both historical and personal. Hers is a universal story of community and immigration, loss and continuity, filtered through her particular lens. From Baghdadi-Indian Passover and Rosh Hashanah seders to single adult education evenings, artist-in-residence weekends, interactive Hebrew school programs or a series on the different Indian and Iraqi communities, Rahel creates a warm and spicy atmosphere that mirrors the heritage of the community she loves.
Even when the presentation is geared to a general audience, six-year-olds sit entranced by the photographs and twelve-year-olds leave humming the songs. Artist-in-residence weekends highlight the Calcutta tropes and Baghdadi melodies and open a fascinating window onto a culture little-known to most American congregations. Many organizations enhance the enticing taste Rahel conjures up with the flavors of Indian or Middle Eastern-themed meals.
Rahel’s presentations are an appropriate way to focus on the compelling legacy of the Indian Jewish communities, whose population has dwindled to 5,000 today. In this age of diversity, it’s vital to learn that Judaism is far from monolithic. It flourished in different ways in the four corners of the earth.
To book Rahel, call 516-829-2358 or click here to email.
Even when the presentation is geared to a general audience, six-year-olds sit entranced by the photographs and twelve-year-olds leave humming the songs. Artist-in-residence weekends highlight the Calcutta tropes and Baghdadi melodies and open a fascinating window onto a culture little-known to most American congregations. Many organizations enhance the enticing taste Rahel conjures up with the flavors of Indian or Middle Eastern-themed meals.
Rahel’s presentations are an appropriate way to focus on the compelling legacy of the Indian Jewish communities, whose population has dwindled to 5,000 today. In this age of diversity, it’s vital to learn that Judaism is far from monolithic. It flourished in different ways in the four corners of the earth.
To book Rahel, call 516-829-2358 or click here to email.
"The clarity and utter sweetness of her voice will transport you to another place and time. Her rare ability to conjure the feel of a culture is an extraordinary gift, which she offers with quiet and captivating grace."
Cantor Raphael Frieder,
Temple Israel of Great Neck, NY
"Thank you for an enchanting evening! It won't be difficult to 'sing your praises' to others."
Aviva Crown,
Cultural Program Specialist, Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, NY
"An exemplary artist with a pure, uplifting voice who connects with people of all ages and backgrounds."
Nancy Solomon, Executive Director,
Long Island Traditions, Port Washington, NY
Cantor Raphael Frieder,
Temple Israel of Great Neck, NY
"Thank you for an enchanting evening! It won't be difficult to 'sing your praises' to others."
Aviva Crown,
Cultural Program Specialist, Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library, NY
"An exemplary artist with a pure, uplifting voice who connects with people of all ages and backgrounds."
Nancy Solomon, Executive Director,
Long Island Traditions, Port Washington, NY
Click on the Program categories for sample topics and descriptions.
India/Iraq Programs
School Programs
Holiday Programs
Artist- / Scholar-in- Residence
Food Programs
India/Iraq Programs
School Programs
Holiday Programs
Artist- / Scholar-in- Residence
Food Programs
Rahel singing a Sephardic melody. (Click to play)