Testimonials
November 16, 2008
Gala Tribute Dinner for Dr. Jane Goodall
This is the second year that we have had the pleasure of having The Renanim Youth Singers perform at our Tribute Dinner. They are a remarkable group of young vocalists who are professional beyond their years! Susan Michaels is a pleasure to work with and a wonderfully talented musical director.
Hetty Shapiro
Executive Director
Canadian Friends of Haifa University
www.haifa-univ.ca
Holocaust Education Week, November 9, 2008
The calibre of these young performers is a testament not only to their dedication and hard work, but also to their director. Under the nurturing wings of Susan Michaels, the youthful voices of The Renanim Youth Singers are truly uplifting.
With her caring ways and expert guidance, Susan provides so many young people the incomparable gift of developing their talents and an experience shared only by members, past and present, of the choir.
Susan has been bringing The Renanim Youth Singers to our events for many years now and our members and their guests look forward to each and every performance by these amazing kids.
Susan, we wish you and the choir many years of continued success and blessings. And, we thank you for the joy you bring through your voices.
Lorraine Levene
Executive Director
Na’amat CanadaToronto
May 8, 2008, Israel @ 60 Celebration, Ricoh Coliseum
The voices and harmonies of the children were beautiful, and to see their sweet faces on the screen, singing together with the university students, was heart-warming. It was a spectacular night for our community and for Israel, and you managed to get everyone on their feet dancing with pride!
Sara Zagdanski, Co-chair , Israel @60 celebrations
I really loved your choir's performance last night. It was brilliant and the spirit was wonderful. We are all very proud of you and what you have achieved with these young people.
Mary Gersht,
Director,
Legal Services Branch
Ministry of Transportation
"I could not tell you how proud all the Renanim parents were last night. We were overflowed with emotion. The choir sounded totally amazing. The tears that were streaming down my face during Amen and Oseh Shalom were of pure joy. We are all very proud and privileged to have you as our Musical Director."
Janice Freedman
What Parents and Choristers say:
Renanim is an amazing learning opportunity for Torontonian Jewish youth. It's a great way to become involved in the community, make a difference and meet other musical Jewish teenagers. Personally, I really enjoy learning new music, and I find, many times that the first songs I think of in my own mind, are those that I learned previously at practice.
Samantha Cooper
Renanim is an inspiring choir for musical kids who are devoted to singing. It's a beautiful choir and I think that all together we sound incredible! Amazing for any children who want to bring their musical skills a step higher.
Max Eisen
It's like being in a family; always there for you, cheers me up. So much fun! My favourite activity and I've made tons of friends!
Shira Eisen
I think that the Renanim Choir is an amazing choir for children that love singing and want to bring their singing skills to the next level. Here at Renanim we learn harmony and many new songs! I love this choir. It is very fun and I have learned a lot!
Nicole Orlan
I have been in the choir for seven years now, and every Tuesday I still get just as excited about going as I did my first year. Both the musical and social aspects are fun and invigorating.
Adina Mincer
I am very into Jewish music so now I get the opportunity to sing with people who love music as well. Follow your voice where ever music might take you, what ever the language what ever the speed.
Julia Simon
I get real enjoyment of being part of this community.
Jordan Freedman
Once again, thank you, Susan, for giving all the kids the opportunity to have wonderful musical experiences in their lives. I'm sure it is good for their souls - it is certainly good for our daugther. When we hear her singing in her bedroom we know she's happy. The Speyers
Susan,
You are so special and immensely talented and you did a fantastic job this year. I am so impressed with you and the choir and I'm so pleased that our son is part of Renanim. Thank you for everything and we look forward to next year! Rosanne AgaseeHi Susan!
Thank you for having me come back to sing with the choir. I really enjoyed singing with all of you and seeing everyone again! Shawna and I are going to come visit again next year! Judy