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MEET CANTOR NATALIE YOUNG
Cantor Young’s music is cherished by communities around the globe. She is one of the most prolific contemporary composers of Jewish music today. Her extraordinary talent for crafting beautiful and memorable melodies has transformed prayer experiences, making them meaningful and accessible to worshippers of all ages.
Fun Facts about Cantor Natalie Young:
- Award-Winning Composer: Cantor Natalie Young’s music is embraced by communities worldwide, enhancing worship experiences for all ages.
- Memorable Melodies: Her gift for crafting beautiful and accessible melodies makes prayer experiences meaningful and engaging.
- Passion for Connection: Cantor Young uses the power of music not only in her compositions but also in her role as a cantor, fostering deep connections and meaningful services.
- Published Works: Cantor Young contributed to notable publications such as Music, Carrier of Intention in 49 Jewish Prayers, Shirei Ha-T’fillot by the Movement for Reform Judaism, the Ruach Songbook, the Shalshelet Festival Songbook, and the Shirei Mishkan HaNefesh Anthology.
- Featured Songs: Cantor Young performed at significant events, including URJ Biennials, Shalshelet Music Festival, Hava Nashira, ACC conventions, NA Jewish Choral Festival, and more. She recorded by various artists and featured in collaborative projects like the WRJ Centennial CD and Stacey Beyer’s Candle Blessing Project.
- Albums: Released four original albums: Carry Me, Natalie Young: Standing on the Shoulders, Soul Spark, and A Light In the Dark: Songs of Hope and Healing.
- Commissions and Anthology: Cantor Young composed commissioned works for numerous organizations and communities across the U.S. She published The Natalie Young Anthology in 2015, making her sheet music widely available to musicians and prayer leaders globally.
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