“I knew within five minutes that this television program belonged on JLTV. Shelley and Adrienne’s energy and enthusiasm jump right off the screen and I cannot wait for our audience to dance and sing to ‘Rhythm ‘N Ruach.’” ”
“My daughter, granddaughter and I attended a Shabbat Family Jam at our synagogue. My granddaughter was shy at first but by the end she was relaxed and loving it. Auntie A’s combination of rhythm, movement, chant, song, explanation and humor won us over.”
“Thank you Rhythm ’n’ Ruach for preparing a generation of kids to love their Judaism and experience things through a Jewish lens”
- Patty Bloom, Director of Admissions and Marketing at Saul Mirowitz Jewish Day School
“Love this concept! We have enjoyed introducing Judaism to our son, by watching the on demand videos. Auntie A and Morah Shelley’s heart shines through their work and especially their voices. It has been such a positive part of our life and a great way to provide our son with Jewish continuity so that we can successfully pass on our traditions.”
“Music is an essential tool in Jewish education. It’s a way of setting kids souls on fire. It’s a way of connecting people with people. It’s a way of helping kids connect with G-d.
It’s important.”
- Rabbi Scott Slarsky, Director of Jewish Life at Saul Mirowitz Jewish Day School
Firstly, it’s a great introduction to music. A lot of people don’t have drums all over their house like I do. So when you get children who are 18 months to 2 years old that may have never been exposed to drums it’s great for them.
- Rob Koritz, Drummer for Dark Star Orchestra
“Auntie A is a phenomenal child educator full of warmth and enthusiasm for connecting with little people. My 3 year old and 12 month old love her fun, interactive Rhythm ‘N’ Ruach class. They particularly love getting their hands on a wide array of musical instruments, from small egg shakers, to large hand drums, switching to different instruments throughout the class to hold his interest. The class is great for engaging older toddlers and children alike. It incorporates Hebrew words in the songs, yoga poses, and lots of music and movement. Highly recommended!”
“Rhythm ’n’ Ruach is the one time a week that I will always leave work early to make sure that I can spend time with him”
- Joel Frankel, Fundraiser for Jewish Federation and Leah Frankel, Social Worker and Family Center Program Coordinator at the JCC, Parents of Elijah
“It is truly a magical experience. And if everyone could experience [Rhythm ’n’ Ruach] it would bring people so much closer together and would bridge gaps and differences. It’s just truly joyous.
- Margy Weisman, Corporate Attorney and Board Member of Central Reform Congregation
“We’ve participated a couple time with the twins. All of the rhythm, the music, and the dancing - they always love it!”
- Rico Crane, Father of 3