A Rare Journey into an Ancient Melody: Premiere of “Shiras HaLeviim”
In an evening unlike any other, in the magnificent hall of 770 Rishon LeZion, illuminated with an aura of holiness and melody, Rabbi Lev Leibman presented the public premiere of his show, Shirat HaLeviim. Over 150 attendees filled the hall to capacity, and by the end of the evening, there was a historic feeling of a renewed opening into the music of the Beis Hamikdash, destined to be heard again soon • Read More, Photos
The evening began with live playing by Rabbi Leibman on ancient wind instruments, while the screen displayed stunning images, rare sketches, and stories from Chassidic teachings and the art of melody. Then came the moment that broke the silence: a delicate, almost heavenly flute sound filled the hall. People held their breath, some wiped away tears. It was a moment when the music not only was heard—it entered the soul.
Throughout the evening, Rabbi Leibman also shared his personal journey—from studying at the conservatory in Moscow, to discovering the ancient music of the Beis Hamikdash, and the behind-the-scenes process of writing the book Shirat HaLeviim, a project that took fifteen years. The combination of personal story, Chassidic depth, and live melody resonated deeply with the audience, creating an experience that every attendee felt part of.
The performance took place in the new, elegant hall of 770 Rishon LeZion, part of the home of the Rebbe’s Shliach in the city, Rabbi Eliyahu Segal, which opened to the public only a month ago. Many attendees noted that the choice of venue added an additional layer of holiness, celebration, and depth to the evening, so much so that the space itself became an integral part of the experience.
Behind the performance is the new book Shirat HaLeviim, the result of fifteen years of research, over 3,000 references, and years of personal exploration into the secret of the Levites’ melodies. The show blends scholarly research with a spiritually uplifting musical experience, connecting the ancient past with the imminent Redemption.
Photo credit: Shayna Froma Ganzman
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