Shirasa - USB

Shirasa Project | Mona Rosenblum, R' Bentzion Schenker A"H

*Arranged by Mona Rosenblum*  

When my children began asking for “nicer music” in the car and frequently expressed their disappointment with the music and song choices at recent weddings, I realized that my dreams might resonate with a receptive audience—even among younger listeners seeking excitement but yearning for quality Jewish music.  

In recent years, the thought of reviving the authentic Jewish identity in our music—with its depth, beauty, and uplifting spirit of kedusha embedded in songs of praise to Hashem—has often occupied my mind.  

Unfortunately, many tunes with this essence were accompanied by outdated arrangements that lacked the musical quality needed to spark renewed interest. They offered little enjoyment and even less spiritual elevation. As my relationship with Mona Rosenblum, the superstar of Jewish music arrangements and a world-renowned composer, grew deeper, we often discussed this dream and the goal of bringing it to fruition.  

One day, the RBS"O sent us a treasure. Mona discovered a collection of songs recorded years ago in a basement with the late R' Bentzion Schenker A"H. And as they say, the rest is history… Mona’s cutting-edge, world-class musical arrangements, combined with R' Bentzion’s pure, deeply rooted Jewish compositions, are now being presented by the finest singers and choirs in the Jewish music world.  

Our mission is clear: LEHACHZIR ATARAH LEYOSHNO—to restore the crown to its former glory by reintroducing pure, unadulterated Jewish music, so dear to our nation and hearts for generations, at the highest level of musical excellence. We are not limited to a single composer or song type. With your help, we will continue to create and recreate melodies that stir our souls, accompanied by top-tier musical arrangements for your true enjoyment.  

Please visit us at Shirasa.org or email us at yraproduction.shirasa@gmail.com to suggest the next meaningful yiddishe song to be transformed into a masterpiece. May it be the will of the RBS"O that this project succeeds in reawakening the inner purity within Yidden, drawing us closer to our holy roots, and strengthening our everlasting connection with HIM.  

Featuring: Eli Marcus, Bentzy Kletzkin, Avrumi Roth, Yidi Bialostozky. Arranged by Mona Rosenblum