Conducting Institute

The Zamir Choral Foundation

Announces a Major Gift

to Establish the First-Ever

Jewish Choral Conducting Institute 

This two-year Certificate Program is made possible through the generosity of

Cantor Robert Lieberman and Rabbi Vicki Lieberman. 

Each cohort of 12-15 Fellows will be trained by Matthew Lazar and the Jewish Choral Conducting Institute (JCCI) staff in a curriculum that covers the wide breadth and depth of Jewish choral music that Lazar and the Foundation have elevated and expanded across North America and Israel.

Each cohort of Lazar Fellows will participate in intensive in-person retreats and workshops and regular one-on-one mentoring sessions. Lazar explained, “The conductor integrates music, text and context with mastery, precision and excellence, creating inspiring and transformative musical moments. The Jewish Choral Conducting Institute will provide a pipeline of talent to ensure strong Jewish choral leadership for the Jewish future.” 

Thank you, Cantor Robert Lieberman & Rabbi Vicki Lieberman for supporting the long-time vision of Matthew Lazar with this significant gift that will ensure the perpetuation of the Jewish Choral Movement into the next generation and beyond.