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12.26.2011
So I’ve been a bit MIA lately and I apologize…. There’s been so much going on all over the world and with the holiday season I haven’t been able to actually sit down and write about it! So here it goes…. I’ve been following the Israeli news pretty closely over the past few weeks (as I always do) and there has been an unbelievable extreme religious uprising. Between the male army officers banning women from singing in the army and dancing during Simchat Torah, to the Israeli Rosa Parks that kept her own when a group of extreme Ultra Orthodox men tried to force her to get up from her seat and move to the back of the bus and finally to an 8 year old girl that got spit on by a group of Ultra Orthodox men that yelled cursed and slurred at her as she was walking down the street because she wasn’t dressed in a modest way, I feel that we have lost our way. My sister whom I love dearly says that there is violence against women on a daily basis in the secular world and that ganging up on the religious community is hypocritical. Well…. One has nothing to do with the other. Yes there is violence against women in the secular world EVERY day and yes the law doesn’t protect women the way it should BUT it’s still not ok to threaten a women or a child’s life because of old fashioned, bigoted and narrow-minded views. We have to stand up now and say NO!
Before the days of Khomeini, Iran, was a wonderful liberal place where men and women were able to practice their religion and still live as free and equal people. When Khomeini came to power it was all lost with in a blink of an eye and no one stood up and said NO! Before Afghanistan was taken by the Soviets, the Mujahidin and then of course the Taliban there was culture, history and of course freedom and once again the extremists took over. No one said NO and today it is one of the most dangerous places for women in the world! When I read the Israeli paper I read about the danger of a Nuclear Iran, about the fading of the peace with Egypt and about bombings in and out of the Gaza Strip and I'm afraid, but after this past month’s events I am more afraid than ever before. The problems are coming from within and we don’t stand up and say NO! And if we don’t stand up there will be no country to try and defend. One of the greatest things about Israel and its people is that we have always survived the people who tried to defeat us. We were united as one nation for the people by the people and that was what made us unique and what made us survive! We will not survive this if we tear apart from inside. As I say in my song “Love is love”: “saying nothing is saying something so…. “ Here I am, saying something, and asking someone to listen! I stand up and say no!
12.5.2011
This past week I ran the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project at a temple in NY.
The group was a large mixed group of high school boys and girls, and seeing them interact, talk about their insecurities (even if it was through laughter), share their deepest fears and feelings through song both inspired me and scared me. Inspired me because…. First, it amazed me to see how many strong young men and women our society has. They’re not all like that but the ones who are – are full force! They stand up in a room where everyone sits, they speak up when the room is silent and they stay firm, sing out loud (literally) and don’t look down when others tell them to be quiet. Those individuals sang my lyrics loud and clear, especially when I taught them the words “You wouldn’t last one minute, just take a walk in my shoes”, and I am proud for them.
Scared because…. They are so young to have these prejudiced thoughts and yet old enough that it’s harder to change them. When we spoke about things like black and white, straight and gay, they were 100% there with me, but when we played the “gender roll” game, without even realizing, their reactions where so sexist and it mostly came from the girls’ side against themselves. I totally get it, I was just like them once BUT it just goes to show me how much more there is to do, and although both scared and inspired, I’m most of all convinced. Convinced that through music we can educate, uplift and most of all help make our next generation better.
Thank you again to last week’s participants- you were amazing!
11.14.2011
This past week has been a regular hard working week. Getting ready for the ”Take A Walk In My Shoes” project at the end of the month at Temple Israel in New Rochelle, planning some additional project bookings and a couple of other gigs in the next few weeks as well but other than that – just a regular week… However, last night Shel and I sat down and started writing music together. We hadn’t done that in such a long time because of our busy lives and I have to say, it was just great! We didn’t accomplish much but we got to play for the fun of playing which is something I forget to do sometimes. Don’t get me wrong, I love working in “music” and I love that I get to sing every single day of my life and play my guitar or my piano just as much but sometimes because that is my job I forget that I LOVE my job so much and that there are so few people in the world that can say that. Next week is Thanksgiving and when I think of the many things I’m thankful for, having music as my job is at the top of my list. Cheers to that!
10.31.2011
Last week my cousin and his wife were visiting from Israel and we all decided to go to six flags! More like they really wanted to go and I sort of dragged along. When I was a kid I used to love roller costars. I used to love that feeling of going up and down, my tummy dropping and my head spinning. I used to love the excitement and the thrill of not knowing when the next turn is going to come and when you’re going to drop. I loved the unexpected and the fear factor but last week I realized what happens when you grow up. You become a lot more aware, and realize how mortal you are and mostly scared.The roller coaster was the scariest thing I had done as an adult! I literally had to close my eyes before the ride even started and make sure my breathing was controlled so that I wouldn’t have a heart attack! I felt so old and weak- not a feeling any women should ever have but I just couldn’t control it. We were there for so many hours…. Waiting in line, obviously not eating from the fear of throwing up and finally getting on the rides which then made me wish I was standing in line again. Towards the end of the night I was exhausted and so ready to pass out in the car! On the ride home I was thinking about when I stopped being brave…. When did I turn into a weak person that fears a silly amusement park and then it hit me that actually I was braver and more courageous than I’ve ever been. I realized that being brave doesn’t make you go on rollercoaster rides. It doesn’t make you put your hands up when you’re dropping 230 feet down at an angel of 90 degrees and it doesn’t make you scream out loud with laughter, that’s just plain stupid! Being brave is when you are faced with a situation of feeling like you’re literally going to die and still going for it. Being courageous is looking into the eye of “death” and walking straight into it. Being strong is going for it when every part of your body tells you not to and doing it with a smile! Last weekend at six flags, I was the bravest I’ve ever been and that’s exactly how I feel about the “Take a walk in my shoes” project. It’s a big deal… It’s a big deal for me to take this project and build it into the empire I’m envisioning and it’s a big deal for the participants that are facing their fears of standing up for themselves in a room where all the odds are against them. This journey is like a roll coaster. You never know when the next turn is or when you’re going to drop but if you hold on tight the journey will end and with it the fear and all you will be left with is the feeling of I did it!
10.10.2011
This past month has been crazy. I’ve been traveling all over the world starting with Vietnam then Israel and finally New Orleans and loving every moment. I got to meet the most incredible people, listen to the most interesting music and see the most beautiful sites and although exhausting, I feel refreshed and ready for this New Year (the Jewish new year that is ) and I’m so excited for what’s going to come. Where do I begin…. Well, I’m officially an LLC! “In Her Image Music LLC” has officially been created and I’m the CEO! This company is going to help me promote my music and passion for gender equality and spread it around the country. I know it’s not going to be easy and that it’s going to be a bumpy road but I think that if you truly believe in something and you put all you have into it – it will happen. The “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project with the help of “In Her Image Music” is going to make it! I just know it What else…. Sheldon, my partner, and I are starting our own home studio. We’re in the process of looking into sound and recording equipment and can’t wait to start putting our musical ideas into actual recordings! There’s nothing better than being able to the thing you love most with the person you love most and I’m anticipating some great music to come out of that little studio The next exciting thing that is happening is that I’ve officially been booked for my project 4 times between now and March! And I have barely even started my booking process, which means…. This is going to be a great year! A really great year! Lastly, I’m starting a newsletter. This newsletter is going to be sent to friends, family and fans and will tell everyone what I’m up to musically and educationally (which in my case – are both the same!) So… Tune up for some great new things and keep following the blog! If I haven’t said it yet… It’s going to be a GREAT YEAR! Cheers!
9.18.2011
Today is my 30th birthday and after about 11 years I got to celebrate it with my family and friends. I had been traveling on my birthday or living abroad for the past 11 years and I can’t even begin to express how wonderful it was to finally get that opportunity. My girlfriends took me out to an amazing dinner and while we were sipping on cava and eating delicious Gruzinik food they asked me to reflect on the past 10 years of my life and share what I wish for on this birthday. As far as reflecting on the past 10 years of my life I can honestly say that for the most part I’ve made some wise decisions, grew a lot as a musician and as a person and in the past year was able to focus on what matters most – my music and education through it. I’m proud to say that I’ve officially started my own business. “In Her Image Music, LLC” is my baby. With the help of my partner Sheldon Low I’ve envisioned it, created it and am now executing it and there is no better feeling a women could have I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished and even prouder of what we’re still going to do…. Gender equality and high self-esteem are the key to making this world a better place and what better way to promote that then through music! In terms of my birthday wishes to myself, I hope that I am able to pass along this passion I have for music and gender equality. I hope that my music will serve as a source of comfort when needed and empowerment when necessary and that my lyrics and melodies will help young teens demand more for themselves. That is what I wish my self on this birthday. Happy birthday to me P.SThank you to family: Mom (Beth) Dad (Avner) Sis’ (Sharon), my girlfriends: Tal, Dana, Yael and Sivan and to my one and only: Sheldon for making me always believe.
8.17.2011
I started doing Zumba last weekend! Why am I writing about that? Well, I really hate working out. I do! I can’t help it…. But after taking a couple of Zumba classes this past week I once again understood the power of music. There’s literally nothing that can make me enjoy a workout. Not my boyfriend, not the gym and not even my trainer who I pay A LOT for but guess what? Music did! Once those beets start going you can feel the energy in the room. Heavy people, skinny people, men and women all get up on their feet and let the music take them away. I know it sounds silly but it seriously looked like a spell was cast on the people in the room and it was magnificent. I think this was a lesson in “do what makes you happy” that I needed to remind myself of This Friday I’m going to Vietnam! (Talk about “do what makes you happy” - Vacation!) And I’m looking forward to checking out some Vietnamese music! I have no idea what it’s going to be like but I find that music always defines a place and I’m sure there will be much to learn from the music in Vietnam. I’ll keep you posted when I get back. Bon Voyage!
8.8.2011
I’ve been living in the U.S for 7 years now and loving every minute of it! That being said, I still identify myself as an Israeli and I think I always will…. I’ve always been proud to be an Israeli (well maybe not always but lets say most of the time ) but this past weekend has really made me proud to be one. A young women about the same age as mine had to leave her apartment because her landlord raised her rent to an amount she couldn’t afford. This has been the gist of things in Tel Aviv for the past few years. Prices have been going up and up and the middle class who works 14-hour days and pays taxes cannot afford to even cover their expenses. Instead of accepting her misfortune she decided she was going to do something about it. She decided she was going to pitch a tent in the center of Tel Aviv and drag all of her belongings with her. She then posted it on face book and called people to join her. This resulted in hundred of thousands of people pitching tents in the city and demonstrating for change. Even though the government was claiming this will pass the demonstrators kept strong and this past weekend 330,000 people came out to the streets and rallied against the government for neglecting them. The government is so busy giving money away to the Chasidic community, to the settlements and to security that they’ve forgotten about the rest of us – the people. People from all the different parts of the nation (poor, rich, middle class, Jewish, Arab, Ashkenazi, Sephardic and more…) came out and together demanded a better life for themselves and for their children. This is what I live for, seriously. This is why I’m a musician, a songwriter and an educator. I want to make a change! A friend of mine wrote me on Facebook asking me to write a protest song about it and I must say I’m tempted When I run the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project with teens I always tell them the same thing… “I love all kinds of music but the music I love the most is the music that inspires me and makes me want to be a better person”. Even from far away this rally has touched me and has reminded me again that anyone can make a difference if they only try.
8.4.2011
This past week I joined Sheldon Low and Rick Recht at their summer tour. I’ve seen the two perform multiple times over the past few years and although I always enjoy seeing their shows this past one was particularly meaningful. The show took place in upstate New York at a Jewish camp called camp Kinder-ring. Sheldon and Rick set up a full sound system with 6 speakers (crazy by the way), 2 video screens featuring music, photos, video and promotional materials for Jewish Rock Records and a nice and professional looking stage. All of this – in a gym! They took a mosquito infested not very clean gym and turned it into a legitimate music venue where they put on an amazing rock concert! It was really fun watching these two get the kids so excited, so involved and so connected. I joined Sheldon on stage for a song we wrote together a couple of years ago (“V’ahavta”) that talks about treating others the way you’d like to be treated yourself so generally a song about acceptance. A few years ago when I started thinking about the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project I was aiming exactly for that – acceptance. Seeing Sheldon and Rick perform and seeing the kids react made me realize how powerful this project is and how wonderfully it is going to grow. I just received my first signed contract with a deposit a few weeks ago and made sure to document it with a picture. I know that one day when I’m touring all over with the project I will want to remember that I DID THAT. No one did it for me (although I did get some help ) and no one can take it away. Thank you Jewish rockers for reminding me how powerful music can be and how important this project really is.
7.26.2011
As you all know I’m in the process of starting my very own LLC. I’ve been working every single day learning and educating myself about what it means to have your own company. I don’t really know many people that have their own companies especially not musicians! ESPECIALLY not female musicians. So that makes me feel quite good about myself and I’m hoping that once this company is up and going that I will be able, amongst other things, to inspire women to think and dream BIG. Like my good friend Emily Shackelton wrote: “If you don’t dream big, what’s the use in dreaming?” So simple…. So true….While researching the LLC with my life and business partner Sheldon Low, we stumbled upon a NYC based organization that offers free consultation, legal and accounting classes on how to start your own LLC. Needless to say we were both psyched about this finding and all I could think about was God Bless America (or more like God bless NYC!). I know I tend to complain about the way this country is run however I must say that I don’t know too many places in the world that encourage people like me who have big dreams and visions to go ahead and try to make them happen. I don’t know many places in the world that will take those dreams and give them life and for that – I’m thankful! This is going to be a great year! I can’t wait!
7.18.2011
These past few weeks have been quite interesting.... My parents have been visiting from Israel, I've been working on my new LLC (to be) “In Her Image Productions”, writing new songs and revising, rewriting and booking the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project for this up coming year.... All these things have been keeping me quite busy from the outside world however I did do one interesting thing t this week that made me snap back into reality.... I watched the final in the women's world cup (that's soccer for those of you who don't know). The American team was in the FINAL! Who even knew the American people knew how to play soccer??? (sorry that's the Israeli in me) At any rate.... I found it extremely wonderful that these teams even exist never the less that our team made it to the final and most importantly that SOOO many people came out to watch. I know this sounds silly but growing up soccer was a boy's game! ONLY boys got to play it and we got to watch and cheer! So stupid.... We each had our gender roles! We each had our jobs and we each played a part in this ridiculous “game”. Seeing these amazing athletic women play this past weekend made me realize that every day we fight this battle and well... this past weekend – we won :) This mad me want to write a new song :) I don't have much to it yet but I know the title... it's going to be called: “It's not your job!”. Wish me luck with it :)
7.11.2011
This past week I wrote 3 songs, 2 of which I'm actually proud of, 1 of which I can actually use for the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project. This is not a common matter for song writers. We're usually extremely judgmental towards our own work and when we're not being judgmental we're having writers block! So in the end of the day, to actually get yourself to sit down, write a song, re write the song, play it for someone and still like it – that is a true accomplishment! Which means this past week has been a HUGE success! The first song I wrote this week that I liked is called: “You don't want to know” and it talks about the sad and horrible things that happen behind closed doors between couples. Things we all know happen because we can hear the yelling and we can see the marks on her/his body but we prefer not knowing so that we're not hels responsible at least not in our own eyes. When I write a song like that I write it for a few reasons.... 1. For awareness... Either to tell these woman/men they're not alone and people do care about them or to bring awareness to the people who are watching and do nothing. 2. I have a neighbor that was arrested about a month ago and I think it was for domestic violence and it made me want to tell the victim's story in a song... By the way, what does “Domestic Violence” even mean??? It should just be called violence! Why do we have to use the word domestic before it? Does it make it OK or not as bad because it's domestic??? That should make it worse! Just a side comment.....3. And most importantly, it's my way of copping with not doing anything except for writing a song.... and that's all I'm going to say about that.The second song I wrote was a co write with a friend/songwriter down in LA and it's called “The world is waiting on you”. I really like that line because it stand for: “Don't talk – do”! And that is my motto for life. Everyone can talk until their face turns blue but only the special people can take action and those are the people that will make this world survive. Those are the people that will stop “Domestic violence” and make the world a place for everyone to live as free men and women. Two good songs in one week! Amen!
7.4.2011
I make point of writing my blog every Monday morning because I think it's a good way to start my week. Write out my thoughts, my feelings and accomplishments from the week before so that it inspires me to be more creative more driven and ultimately more successful with each week that goes by. This Monday is particularly inspiring because it is the American independence day. Although I didn't grow up here I can fully appreciate what this day means. I recently visited the Museum of Jewish History in NYC. The museum had 3 floors and each floor was dedicated to a different time in our history with the holocaust being the 2nd floor (everything in Jewish history is related to before the holocaust or after). I've seen those images before and I've heard those stories and still it is the most horrific thing a human being could ever imagine going through.... When we left the museum I saw a family of 6 walking down Battery park. The husband was walking first, next to him were his 2 oldest sons, next to them were his 2 younger sons and in the back covered up in a full Burka was the wife/mother walking with her head down in 90 degrees weather. All I could think about was thank God I was born in this day and age to a normal family in a free country. If America didn't exist neither would Israel or the values of freedom. There are people in the world that say America has lost it's heart and its soul and has become too greedy. I understand where these people are coming from but what they don't understand is that with the good comes back and vise versa and this country is still the most magnificent one in the world (and i've seen the world). I am a musician a singer and a writer and this country allows me to sing about what I want, when I want and how I want AND lets me make a living out of it. This is not a given in most of the world at all and I will be forever thankful for that. Happy 4th to those of you who are free and to those who are not I hope my music will at least help you find comfort until you are.
6.27.2011
Today I met with a friend (Phil, which is also my old boss at Cherry Lane Music) to chat about the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project and how to turn “In Her Image Music” (my agency) into an LLC. It's amazing how much you can learn from one man :) Phil just started his own publishing company called “Wonderlous” and is going through similar channels as I am to get his company going. Of course Phil has been in the business for quite a while and knows pretty much everything, which is why I went to him for advice, but still I find it so great when someone wakes up one morning and decides that although life has treated him/her quite well it's time for a change even if it means starting from scratch. Phil didn't have to leave his old job which I'm sure would have set him up for life, but he wanted to be creative, to do his own thing and to make a difference. That is where the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project came from. We all become musicians for 2 reasons. One is because we love music and the second is because we have something to say and we want people to listen. Yesterday was an interesting day for me. Two days ago NY state passed the law that allows same sex marriage.... Well it's about time! And it just so happened that the law passed 2 days prior to the “Pride day” parade (talk about good timing). Any how.... Sheldon, my friend Brian, and I went down to the parade to support the gay community in their celebrations. When people asked me why a straight person like me chose to go support the parade, I explained that you don't have to be gay to understand that all men and women should be treated equally under the law and have the same rights as everyone else, just as you don't have to be Jewish to understand that the holocaust was a horrible HORRIBLE thing And you don't have to be African American to understand racism, you just have to be human. As we was looking at the people passing by we met a young women (maybe mid 20s early 30s) who had just gotten engaged and we started talking to her. Somehow the conversation drifted and Sheldon started asking her how she felt about a man paying on a first date... She said the man ALWAYS has to pay! Agh.... So naturally, as her answers got dumber and dumber Sheldon asked more and more questions of that sort to see if she would come to her senses at any point. Sadly, in this beautiful important day this young lovely woman didn't understand how many years back she was taking the women's movement. She didn't understand that by saying it's the man's job to pay for the women she was actually saying that we are bought with money, that the more someone spends on us the more we think he loves us (because of course spending money on someone is a direct way to express love) and that we are completely dependent on men to support us. I wanted to cry :) But truthfully, that's probably how she was raised and me throwing a fit about it wouldn't make a difference at least not with her. Stories like this are why I created my project. I want young girls to understand that they are their own people. They don't need anyone to support them – they can do it themselves. I want them to aspire for companionship and partnership in a relationship and not for a caretaker, that they are not 5 years old! I want young boys to understand that it is not their job to make more money, it is not their job to support women and they are not worth more or less based on what they make. “Pride day” is a day to proud of who you are, white, black or all the colors of the rainbow. Get up in the morning, look in the mirror and be ok with what you see. You don't have to love it but seriously, don't hate it, just find a way to live with it and if you can smile while you're doing it then even better. Be creative, be inspiring and most importantly, make a difference! Just like Phil and just like I'm trying!
6.15.2011
Just got two booking for the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project! Oh.... it's going to be a great year!!!! Going to write some music now.... Psyched! As always :)
6.1.2011
Going to see a show tonight.... Excited to listen to some smooth jazz and relax! And then in a few weeks my mom is visiting and I can't wait to go see a musical! ah.... don't you just love the life of music :) Going to sit down and write some myself :)
5.22.2011
This weekend has been amazing. The girls rocked! The boys were awesome! And we had such a great time! Had a wonderful show, sold some CDs and most importantly made a difference. The service on Friday night was a “Tikkun Olam” themed service. We performed “Willow”, one of the last tracks on my album and a couple more songs which together made the service so meaningful for the participants of the project and their families. Was great! Then on Saturday, we performed at the “Jewish Home”, a hospital for elderly people and although they couldn't move much, you could see in their eyes that they were truly touched. I met some pretty interesting people there and definitely reminded them that you're never too old to Rock N Roll :) We finalized the weekend with a rock concert featuring the participants on stage with me and my band at the temple. It was a short show but the crowed seemed to have a great time and most importantly the participants did! It was a huge success and I can't wait for next year!!!!
5.20.2011
The “Take A Walk In My Shoes” service is today! Wish me luck!!!!
5.18.2011
This weekend is going to be fantastic! The group at Temple Emanuel is going to perform with me what they've learned through the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project in 3 different ways. In a service, in a social justice weekend event and in a final concert at the temple for the teens. I'm sooooo excited!
5.13.11
I'm psyched! I'm meeting with Girl Up! A UN organization that helps girls in 3rd world countries get a better life and it looks like they might be interested in the “TWMS” project! Agh.... So exciting... I'll keep you ALL posted!!!
5.7.11
I think the “TWMS” project is going to be HUGE! I'm meeting with this great young lady that formed a camp in Rwanda for girls and I'm hoping to bring the “TWMS” project to her camp! Might be fundraising for that soon :)
4.31.11
Just got back from DC. The even was wonderful! The show was amazing!!! Sold some CDs, got some people on my mailing list and most importantly – gave young people hope! So many people came up to me after the show and said that my lyrics inspired them and that the fact that I am straight and supporting their cause makes them so happy. I smiled and explained that it is our cause. The cause of free, liberal people that believe that every human being should be equally.
4.28.11
Heading down to DC for the “Youth Pride” event! Can't wait, it's going to be amazing!
4.15.11
2 week vacation!!! Yes! Can't wait to write some great music and run my project! The sessions have been amazing and the girls are learning so much through the music! They love it and I love watching them progress! Awesome!
4.6.11
A 14 year old girl told me today that she went to visit a mosque on a school trip. She was very excited to explore a house of worship in a religion she wasn't familiar with only to find out that she and the rest of the girls weren't aloud into the mosque during the service. She said she totally respects other people's religion and in no way would she want to offend anyone but her feeling were hurt when the boys in her grade were aloud to go in to observe the worship while the girls were waiting on the stoop outside. I'm sorry, but what kind of message does that send to a 14 year old girl??? Unacceptable! Really....
3.30.11
I just got asked to play at the “Youth Pride” official day in DC on 4.30th! How cool is that.... I can't imagine a better reason to shlep myself down there than that! I can't believe that even today people still have to fight for their rights as equal citizens of the USA. That is just ridicules to say the least!
3.15.11
Happy birthday Dad! :) Today I collected some testimonials from the first group of the “TWMS”. I knew I was on to something meaningful and excited when I created the project but I didn't know HOW influential it was going to be. Here are some of the things the girls said...."It was the most fun I've ever had. Not only did I learn these things that I find important but I was able to talk about things with my peers and felt accepted" - Sarah, 12th grade"It was inspiring, interesting and enjoyable and the songs really helped express my feelings." - Jamie, 9th grade"Take a Walk in My Shoes was refreshing. It made me feel comfortable and safe and I felt inspired by Hadar's open-mindedness." - Maddie, 9th grade.
3.6.11
What an exciting weekend! I just started running the “TWMS (Take A Walk In My Shoes)” at temple Emanuel and the girls were awesome! They hired me as an artist in residence which means I have 6 sessions with a group of 6 grade girls and then in May I have 3 shows featuring the girls and myself! Psyched!!!
2.23.2011
I just got back from songleader bootcamp and it was great! Got to meet awesome musicians and got a chance to perform my music for them. Was extremely appreciated and learned a lot! What a fun experience....
2.14.2011
Today is a special day my friends and it's not because it's Valentine's day! I'm officially done creating my digital promo kit (which can be found at http://hadarmusic.com/#/press---promo-kit/) and I'm ready to go! The hard copy promo kit will be available soooo soon, I just can't wait! Once that's done, well, I plan on being booked every weekend! And everybody knows, what Hadar wants - Hadar makes happen! Wish me luck!
2.7.2011
I'm so excited! I'm on the verge of completing my promo kit and about to start running the “Take A Walk In My Shoes” project! Can't wait!!!!
1.28.2011
There are days when I forget what I live and breath music. I get home after singing for HOURS with children and teens and although I just want to crawl into bed and crash I have to remind myself why I do what I do. I LOVE music. There's no other way to say it. I just do.... so I pulled out the guitar (after playing it for oh, I don't know, 6 hours!) and started singing and playing all of my favorite songs.... DMB, Cat Stevens, Counting Crows, James Taylor to name a few..... Oh what a night that was. Was soooo tired the next day but it was soooooo worth it.
1.15.2011
New website is up and running!!!! New picture, new music, new shows & NEW PROJECT!!!!! All HERE!
1.12.2011
Well, I didn't make it to the final round of Glee but at least I came this far and I know there is so much more out there to achieve... One door closes another one opens.... :) I really believe in that!
12.16.2010
Flying to Israel today.... The only good thing about the flight is that I get to write music and listen to my ipod and there is nothing else I HAVE to do. It's the best :)
11.19.2010
Just got a call from the casting department of Glee!!!! I got a call back! Over the summer I submitted a video audition for the show. 6 months had passed and I hadn't heard back from them so I just kind of forgot about it. Then I get this call from them saying that my video got selected out of 34,000 video auditions to move to the next step! Not sure what the next step is yet but keep your fingers crossed! This could be a great opportunity but if I don't get it.... well... there will be others, right? :)
11.1.2010
Just got my first booking for the “Tale a walk in my shoes” project! I'm psyched! I start 2.27.2011
10.29.2010
Show at the Watercolor was awesome!!!! So good to see so many familier faces come out to support me. Hope you all liked the new songs....
ght at the watercolor cafe in Larchmont. You should all come out :) I've got some new songs!!!!
10.1.2010
Been working on this new project called “Tale a walk in my shoes”. The project includes a series of workshops utilizing the power of my music, games and discussions. Through song, the participants of the “Take a walk in my shoes” project will learn values such as empowerment, self worth and self confidence and will be featured along with my band and I in a final rock concert that will culminate the project. How cool is this???
9.23.2010
Show went awesome! Met a bunch of new people and created a new fan base.... who would have ever thought :)
9.20.2010
You all should come out this Thursday! I'm playing at the Bayu in Mt. Vernon. I hear the place is awesome and they have great food!!!!
9.8.2010
High holidays here I come.....
9.1.2010
Just got back from Europe and Israel. Had a blast...Saw some great bands in London at the legendary 100 club. Visited Abby Road and could literally hear the Beatles music in my ears.... Oh those were the days of real music.... what happened?
8.14.2010
To all of my Israeli friends.... i'm finally playing a show in the homeland. Come on out this sunday to the Saluna in Yafo. It's going to be great.... Acoustic show with a special guest..... psyched!
8.7.2010
Flying to Israel today.... Can't wait for some beach and some fresh fruits and veggies.... Oh and of course, I can't wait to play a CD release in Israel on 8.15!!!!
1.22.10
Last night my debut album"In My Shoes" was released at the legendary Manhattan venue, the "Bitter End". I can't even begin to describe that feeling. Two years of writing and then rewriting, long days of recording and long nights of rerecording, and then putting it all into one night - Imagine that :) The even crazier thing is that I had been waiting and envisioning this evening for so long and it ended up being everything I wished it would be. I must admit I was a bit nervous before the show started but as per usual, the second the lights went up and the guitar started playing the riff for the opening song - I was home. I could feel the music going through me and all I wished for was that the show wouldn't end. This had been my first time playing the album live and it was really important to me that the concept of my album and the message it carries, come through to the audience. After the show, a member of the audience asked to speak with me and told me the show inspired her to become a strong and independent woman. I know my message went through :) This is only the beginning of my journey. I know there's still so much to do and always will be so much to do but I'm psyched to take it, work hard, own it and make it my own.