“Not only does Shoshana play from her heart, but she fills the music with a cadence; one that mimics the sound of a beating heart and gives it a life of its own. That beating heart, that rhythm that comes from Shoshana’s pure soul, adds a dimension to the music and the entire communal experience. She is the heart and soul of the song. With Shoshana’s help, we are able to take that which is regular space and make it holy space. What is life without a heart beat, what is a song without a pulse, what is drumming without the soul of Shoshana?”
—Debbie Friedman
“Shoshana will take your mind to another planet way above the chaos of life. She will inspire and delight all who hear her.”
—Yonatan Koch“I have worked with Shoshana on a number of musical occasions. She is an 'Entrainment' Master. With Shosh everyone has rhythm, everyone can drum. She draws the group along with great assurance. Most of all she teaches trust - trust of oneself; trust of the community. The life lessons of this go far beyond a particular event. I look forward to dwelling in her passion often!”
—Rabbi Andrew Hahn, Ph.D., the Kirtan Rabbi
“Shoshana is a very special sacred music leader and she will truly add a great deal to your worship.”
—Shira Kline“At my daughter’s bat mitzvah, Shosh handled the sound and orchestrated the service with my older daughter, and accompanied my daughters on the drums. The drum playing, and honestly, Shosh's presence, lent the tone and sensibility that helped transport the service to a magical dimension. It was out of this world.”
—Eve Birnbaum, Heschel parent, Bnai Jeshurun member“Shoshana Jedwab: Amazing educator! Amazing percussionist! Amazing person of deep spirit and compassion, high energy and creativity! I've participated regularly in her percussion circle at the JCC in Manhattan for the past few years often leaving me with a feeling of exhilaration and a respite from the workday routine. She's facilitated my own growth enabling me to open to my more creative, spontaneous, artistic and musical sides and to free up my spirit. I now find myself often connecting to my own natural rhythms--tapping, clapping, humming, singing. Shoshana's encouraged and inspired me to create my own new expression leading others in dance movement to Jewish prayer music. Thank you for all your wonderful gifts!”
—Rabbi Neal Kaunfer, Jewish educator“Shoshana's versatility as a performer, musician, and educator allows her to mix creative media with dazzling results. Her stories are magical weavings of word and rhythm that enchant the heart, and her soundscapes are musical and verbal montages that incite the body to drum and dance. I always find myself moving to the sound of Shoshana's voice—she is a true pied piper who can lead the inner child into landscapes of wonder.”
—Yeilah Leah
"I love freestyling with Shoshana. She can keep a steady beat for a long period of time or adapt to the tempo of the group. When she plays it allows my voice to soar."
—Joti Levy"Shoshana Jedwab is a rare find: an authentic, shamanic magician who doesn't take herself too seriously. As a ritual facilitator, she creates magic spaces where people can explore their deeper selves. As a drummer and drum-circle leader, she generates ecstatic energy that transport people to higher spiritual planes. Yet throughout, Shoshana has a sense of humor and cultural awareness that keep her well clear of New Age fuzziness or mystical pomposity. I can't think of someone better suited to be a visiting scholar or workshop leader for people of any educational or cultural background. Whether to young children or adults, mainstream-religious or alternative-spiritual, Shoshana's work brings joy, insight, and a lot of holy, loud fun."
—Jay Michaelson"The Drum Circle was AMAZING!! I found myself flying somewhere in the middle of it, it felt so great!"
—Marina
