Internationally acclaimed performing artists Avraham Fried and Dudu Fisher will share the stage in Carnegie Hall for a gala Hanukkah "Concert for Freedom" in support of America's troops on December 15, 2004.
New York, NY (PRWEB) November 10, 2004 -- Internationally acclaimed performing artists Avraham Fried and Dudu Fisher will share the stage in Carnegie Hall for a gala Hanukkah musical celebration on December 15, 2004. The "Concert for Freedom," a benefit event for the Aleph Institute's "Operation: Enduring Traditions," will also feature Australia's leading Jewish Symphonic Wind Ensemble in an exclusive NY performance, as well as a line-up of today's most popular Jewish entertainers. The emotionally charged three-hour show will include a salute to America's troops in uniform around the world, in a show of solidarity and support.
The Aleph Institute is a worldwide service and support organization. It serves the Jewish community in many important and often neglected areas, including Jewish military personnel and those in other institutional environments, and provides many other vital family and social services. Founded in 1981 by Rabbi Sholom D. Lipskar, Aleph has assisted tens of thousands of Jewish men and women and has become a critical lifeline to religion for thousands around the globe.
"During the upcoming holiday season it's especially important to remember our Jewish brothers and sisters serving our country," says Rabbi Aaron Lipskar, Executive Director of the Aleph Institute's national headquarters, based in Miami Beach, Florida. "Our troops' mission is to protect us physically and guard our cherished freedom. Aleph's mission is to protect our troops spiritually." The Institute provides prayer services, care packages, religious materials, holiday celebrations, and kosher food to Jewish members of the United States armed services around the world. Aleph also provides rabbis and Torah scrolls who travel to distant locations such as Guantanamo Bay, Iraq, Kuwait and Afghanistan, to lead Shabbat and holiday services.
Jewish superstar Avraham Fried, celebrating 25 years at the forefront of modern Jewish music, has performed on some of the greatest stages in the world and enjoys sell-out performances worldwide, including Israel, Australia, Paris, England and Russia. He is the first Jewish artist to draw a record-breaking crowd of over 120,000 in a recent Jerusalem concert. His inspiring performances encompass English, Hebrew and Yiddish melodies, with a rich repertoire spanning modern and traditional Jewish song.
Broadway's Dudu Fisher, as well known for his turn as Jean Valjean in "Les Miserables" as for decades at the height of Israeli musical entertainment, returns to New York City on the heels of his triumphant national tour "Coming to America." Bursting with limitless Jewish sentiment and energy, he is known to bring a tear to the eye, a catch to the throat, a smile to the lips, and call forth laughter from his audiences.
Australia's leading Jewish 46-Piece Symphonic Wind Ensemble, comprised of students of Moriah College, in Sydney, Australia, will be making their Carnegie Hall debut. Since 1989, they have toured the globe, receiving standing ovations wherever they have performed. This exclusive New York City engagement is sure to inspire and uplift, while showcasing the great talent of these young musicians.
The "Concert for Freedom" is produced by celebrated impresario Zalman Goldstein, best known for the "Centennial Symphony." "I am thrilled to be associated with such an important organization as the Aleph Institute," says Goldstein, "and I am delighted to present to the public such an outstanding combination of performers at Carnegie Hall, during the festive holiday of Hanukkah."
For more information and tickets visit www.ConcertForFreedom.com, or call 1-866-937-3336. Learn more about Aleph at www.Aleph-Institute.org.
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