The Greatest Living Figure Of Chasidic Music The Modzitzer sect of Chasidic Judaism, which originated in the Polish town of Modzitz, is known for its beautiful melodies. Among the most emblematic and prolific composers in this tradition is Brooklynite Ben Zion Shenker — who, at 88, continues to create new works.
Oct. 17, 2013 - NPR
Matisyahu in Forward I'm really saying the words, trying to break through. To me that really fits with the essence of what the chasidic movement was really aboutoriginally, Matisyahu tells The Jewish Week. "Being unconventional and breaking out of your...