
About Me
I’m a songwriter and mystic, teacher and spiritual leader. A native of Brooklyn, NY, my earliest days at Hebrew day school inspired my love of Jewish learning, music and ritual. I think of myself as a skilled communicator with a sense of humor, whose journey to being ordained as a Hebrew Priestess (Kohenet) wound through spells as a lawyer, private investigator, radio personality, and stay-at-home-mom.
Along the way, I’ve been writing, recording and performing my original songs and chants, weaving ancient wisdom with accessible teachings in English and Hebrew. Intimacy and playfulness with both languages allow me to discover hidden connections and deeper spiritual meaning, which I bring to light with music. Whether holding b’mitzvah or high holiday services, women’s seders, healing and new moon circles, teaching the aleph-bet or studying kabbalah, I try to bring an easeful, attentive presence to the journey of those with whom I;m engaged.
Based on the Wampanoag island of Noepe, known also as Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, I support individuals in their spiritual seeking, small groups in study, families in celebration, and the greater community in prayer.
Bring Me to Your Event
I bring warmth, knowledge, and deep commitment to Judaism that are most palpable when facilitating a group, whether performing original music, leading a prayer service, or holding space for ritual. No matter the occasion, I can build a program customized for your event that will bring folks together and create a sense of community and well-being. No gathering is too large or too small.

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