A Story and a Song

Anyone with a voice can learn to sing to God in a way that brings transcendence -

Learn how to tap into your soul's voice to sing to our Creator. Debra Cohen shares teachings from Joey Weisenberg.

Multicultural artists from The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) performed at The STRAZ in Tampa to honor their cultures. Debra Cohen represented Israel.

In ancient times, the Israelite women celebrated the coming new moons as commanded by God. It's time to bring back this ancient practice with prayer, singing, and food! Nisan 1 is the Biblical New Year (April 9, 2024)

Healing is still available through heart songs. Hear about Yair Levi, a popular Israeli singer, and the creation of his version of Moses' prayer to God for healing his sister Miriam.

The Israelites gathered around Mt. Sinai and were guided by the Cloud of Glory, better known as the Shechinah. Your voices in song today welcome Her into your Places of Worship.

Indie artist Debra Cohen loves to attend Shabbat services where the musicians know how to draw the Congregation closer to HaShem. But, why is it forbidden to play an instrument on Shabbat when the Psalms say otherwise?

Too many people believe that they can't sing, but then, why would God ask you to praise Him, unless you don't have a voice?

Your soul has a voice beyond your intellect. You can learn to tap into that voice within you to help others find their voice, and bring healing and unity to all nations (Part one of two).

Experiencing the Divine Flow of Group singing takes much practice, but worth the pleasure of experiencing God's Presence. It takes a skilled leader to achieve this rare event.

Learn how #Music can help bring back memories that you thought you had lost in this intriguing article penned by John Colapinto.

Good news for aging adults who notice they're memory-challenged. Just listen to your oldies favorites!

Music can be a powerful healing medium - just ask Xiyu Zhang. (article source by John Colapinto in AARP Dec/Jan edition)

Thanks for John Colapinto for his article, "Hey Jude" in AARP Dec/Jan issue, page 49.

Pondering 2024, is your resolution feeling like a caterpillar, a cocoon, or a butterfly?

Too many Pesukei D'Zimra services only read or mumble the psalms, according to my experiences. But I agree with Rabbi Sacks and we need to energize our morning prayers with 100% singing!

Part Two on the subject of the benefits of singing, and that new studies are discovering how singing can help stroke victims to regain their speech, as well as retard the progress of alzheimers and dementia.

Everyone needs to participate in communal singing. Learn why!

Debra Cohen wrote this song, "This Land my Home", inspired by the peace efforts of John Lennon with his "Give Peace a Chance" campaign. Please share if you believe in #Peace

Studies have shown that when people sing, endorphins and oxytocin are released by the brain which in turn lowers stress, anxiety levels, and brings healings.

The Prophet Isaiah mentions a road to peace between Israel, Egypt, and the descendants of Ishmael and Esau. It's time to start proclaiming this Truth in the midst of Israel's Media wars.

Rabbi Shai Peron recommends a new constitution for Israel's 80th birthday, with commentary by Debra Cohen.

In this terrible war in Israel which started October 7, 2023, we can see in the media that some Jews are fighting against other Jews in their own country. Let us focus on re-uniting the Jewish nation and restoring Israel to her former glory. Features a proposal by Rabbi Shai Peron for Israel's new Constitution, with commentary by Debra Cohen.

What do we call the Spirit of God in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam? Learn the Names and speak unity in the power of God's Spirit.

Deuteronomy/Devarim 2 is clear on who gets what land in and around Israel. Prayer for Rosh Chodesh Chesvan 5784.

Indie artist Debra Cohen has been "catfished" by a lot of fake rock stars lately, along with their fake fan clubs. It's an epidemic called catfishing and even senior citizens are being preyed upon! She wrote a song about it to help raise awareness of this #cyberbullying

Neo Hasidism is gaining popularity as a way to get closer to the God of Israel. Sharing excerpts from the book, "A New Hasidism" is podcaster Debra Cohen on A Story & a Song

The month of Elul in the Hebrew calendar is an opportunity to get closer to our Creator. Teachings based in Torah.

Why do people say "mazal tov" and what does it have to do with the stars?

Does this mean that the stars affect us?

What can we learn about Tammuz that will better us as individuals, and as a nation? Part 2 of 2.

What does the Talmud say about astrology? Why do we see Zodiac symbols in synagogues in Israel?

A teaching on the soul's awakening and how to reach the potential that we all have to become more spiritual.