Sacred Music, Transformative Worship & Communal Song

Cantorial Soloist, Composer & Music Director bridging traditional liturgy, Renewal practices, and original prayer melodies.

For over 15 years, I have brought original prayer melodies, traditional liturgy, and heart-centered Renewal practices into deep conversation with one another. My passion is empowering the Kahal (congregation) to drop into deep, shared connection.

Featured Work & Musical Leadership

Original Prayer Composition & Kahal Leadership

1. Mi Chamocha (Original Composition)

Demonstrating original prayer melodies, ecstatic and contemplative balance, and heart-opening sanctuary leadership.

Listen / Watch: Mi Chamocha (Live Sanctuary Recording)

"Leah Shoshanah’s voice is so beautiful. But that’s not the half of it. There’s a spiritual aspect to her presentation that delivers emotional impact & connection."

— Linda Paul

Communal Songleading & Bridge-Building

2. We Are Shalem Shalom

Uplifting communal songleading and spiritual holding during times of community challenge and healing.

Listen / Watch: We Are Shalem Shalom (Live at Tikkun V'Or)

"Leah Shoshanah brought exactly what our community needed during a challenging time... Her work as a bridge-builder and healer through music was precisely what could serve us."

— Michael Margolin, Congregation Tikkun V’Or

Leah Shoshanah songleading with community

Cantorial Soloist & High Holy Days

3. Hineni & Untaneh Tokef

Grounding in traditional High Holy Days nusach combined with dynamic small ensemble arrangements.

Listen / Watch: Hineni | Untaneh Tokef (Trio Arrangement)

"She was both an incredibly spiritual presence and a consummate professional... A number of my members described being moved to tears multiple times during the ten days."

— Rabbi Shoshana Kaminsky, Temple Beth-El

Pastoral Care & Lifecycle Rituals

4. El Malei Rachamim

Tender, pastoral music for cello and voice, bringing deep comfort to funerals, unveilings, and memorial rituals.

Listen / Watch: El Malei Rachamim (Cello & Voice)

"Leah Shoshanah has a true gift... She sang at my brother’s funeral, and again at a memorial event, and it was just what I needed on my healing journey. Her music brings one to that next level."

— Alison Galanopoulos

Ensemble Directing & Composition

5. Shalom Rav (Trio & 50-Piece Choir)

Showcasing versatility in arranging—from intimate band setups to full choral and string orchestrations.

Listen / Watch: Shalom Rav (Claremont Chorale) | Shalom Rav (Trio)

"She strikes this rare mix of knowing the traditional songs and blessings so well, at the same time as bringing her own deep and meaningful originality to bear."

— Maya Schenwar

Youth Residencies, B'Mitzvah & Global Traditions

6. Symbols & Hey Daloy Politzei

Engaging youth through original songwriting residencies and celebrating global Jewish and Yiddish folk traditions.

Listen / Watch: Symbols (Pasadena Poly) | Hey Daloy Politzei (Bass & Vocals)

"Leah is a masterful teacher and facilitator... She brought together a great group of people and guided us... to improvise sound and rhythm. I loved it."

— Caryn Chaden

Core Offerings & Leadership Services

Original Prayer Composition & Arranging

Creating original liturgical melodies, custom arrangements, and commissioned prayer music for congregations.

Cantorial Soloist (Shabbat & High Holy Days)

Partnering with clergy to lead transformative worship blending traditional nusach with intentional Renewal kavanot.

B’Mitzvah Officiating & Tutoring

Providing personalized musical tutoring, prayer leading, and officiating for B’Mitzvah students and families.

Youth Programming & Residencies

Guiding youth choirs, interactive Tot Shabbat services, and songwriting residencies in schools and camps.

Ensemble Directing & Bandleading

Arranging multi-part vocal scores and leading instrumental bands across folk, klezmer, and classical styles.

Lifecycle Rituals & Pastoral Support

Officiating and providing sensitive musical support for weddings, funerals, unveilings, and memorial services.