Neshama Carlebach
American musician
Neshama Carlebach (Hebrew: נשמה קרליבך; born October 9, 1974) is an American singer, songwriter, educator, author, and rabbinical student. She began her singing career performing with her father, Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach. Her music and writing has reached millions within the Jewish community and in interfaith spaces, addressing social issues in America, Israel and Jewish communities spanning the world. While her spiritual origins were within the Orthodox Jewish community, she has also found a community in the Reform Jewish movement and beyond.
Personal life
Carlebach was born in New York City and began performing publicly as a child. She trained as a vocalist and actress and later developed a professional career combining music, education, and spiritual leadership. Her artistic development drew on Jewish liturgical traditions as well as contemporary and interfaith musical influences.
In November 2017, Carlebach became engaged to Rabbi Menachem Creditor, an author and teacher. They married in August 2018. In response to the October 7 attack on Israel, they worked together to raise awareness and support for those affected, especially the families of Israeli hostages.
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