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THIS UNDERSTANDING IS QUITE IMPORTANT

 

 

WHERE THE KIPPA HELPS

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Jewish performance spaces:

Shuls, Chabad houses, JCCs, federations, Jewish galas.

 

Spiritual, faith-based, or values-aligned venues:

 

Interfaith gatherings.

Conscious music festivals (e.g., Jewish Renewal, sacred music events).

Senior living centers— the kippah may be hugely comforting.

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Educational/Inspirational settings:

If you rebrand some performances as “soul concerts,” the yarmulke becomes a badge of authenticity.

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WHY THE KIPPA CAN HAVE THE OPPOSITE EFFECT

It can be seen as a symbol of integrity, spirituality, identity — or,​

Be misread as a political statement, cultural difference, or source of discomfort.

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It depends on the audience, and context.

✦ Where a Yarmulke Might 

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Mainstream secular gigs in certain industries or cities:​

TV/Film/Corporate gigs where “blending in” is expected.

Some progressive-left leaning spaces where identity signals are hyper-scrutinized.

Highly curated elite environments (e.g., commercial music industry showcases) that value a “universal image.”

Here, the yarmulke may create assumptions: religious = rigid, political, tribal, or “not like us.”

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WHAT TO SOMEHOW RELATE TO THOSE POSSIBLE CUSTOMERS THAT CAN CIRCUMVENT DIRECTLY THOSE CONCERNS THEY MAY HAVE

a symbol of integrity, spirituality, identity

ESPECIALLY IN THE JEWISH SONGWRITERS I GRAVITATED TOWARDS

openly Jewish-influenced but universally resonant 

Whether you’re religious, secular, or somewhere in between, this is music for the part of you that still believes in light.

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The Lubavatcher Rebbe once said:

“Don’t hide your Judaism. The world respects someone who stands for something.”

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GET INTO THE DISCUSSION - but well prepared:

If you can identify the client is unsure — tell them I am not against a hat instead, but frame it:

“This is part of who Paul is. He comes to bring light through my music — and this little cloth reminds him where that light comes from. - however he has no problem with a hat as he feels no need to martyr his livelihood on principle — but neither should he exile his soul to survive."

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Make it shorter if you feel it makes a difference - simply he is just as comfortable with his cowboy hat.

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MAINTAIN AN EMPHASIS ON THE QUALITY OF THE INTIMATE ART / ENTERTAINMENT THAT IS SUPER RARE AND SUPER LONGED FOR TODAY ESPECIALLY - and the kippa is not a requirement

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✦ Suggested Audiences & Bookers

 

Here’s a short starter list of where this kind of show is not just welcome — it’s needed:

    •    JCCs (Jewish Community Centers)

    •    Federation events and donor evenings

    •    Jewish arts festivals (e.g., Ashkenaz, Kulturfest)

    •    Senior centers

    •    Birthright Israel alumni events

    •    Hillels on campus

    •    Chabad houses

    •    Spiritual retreat centers (e.g., Isabella Freedman, Elat Chayyim, Makor, Romemu)

    •    Interfaith dialogue circles seeking authentic Jewish voices

    •    Pesach programmes

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    •    Spiritual retreats - ?

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• Fund raisers

• Theatres

• Recital spaces

• Jazz / Small Club rooms

• 55+ communities

• Country / Yaght clubs

• Assisted living

• Private home concerts

• Collages / Universities

• Retreats and health farms

• Pesach programmes

• interfaith gatherings

• Gallas

• JCC's

• Piano Shop workshop/concerts

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I HAVE EVERY BULLET FOR THE GUN, AND LOADED UP, I JUST NEED SOMEONE ELSE TO BE ON AND MONITORING THE TRIGGER

THE SKILL OF THE JOB WILL BE IN IDENTIFYING WHAT ASPECT OF MY SHOW IS THE MOST SALIENT TO THE PERSON YOU ARE TALKING TO - THAT YOU MANAGED TO DRAW THEM TO INITIALLY WATCH THE INTRO VIDEO AND IN PARTICULAR THE SECTION/S OF IT THAT APPLIES TO THEM THE MOST

ONE SUCH POTENTIAL IS FOR ME TO DO A QUITE SPECIFICALLY LINKED SHOW COMBINING ASPECTS OF MY JEWISH JOURNEY

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POOLING FROM A SELECT RANGE OF WELL VERSED PIECES AS DELINEATED AT THE FOOT OF THE OPERETTA PAGE

Program Structure (45–75 min)

 

🎵 Part 1: “The First Song I Ever Loved” Sumer Highland Falls (incorporates "shtibles")

    •    Opening number — nostalgic or universal piece. SEE 50:55 IN THE BILLY JOEL SECTION in main video

    •    Short story about your childhood relationship with music.

    •    Reflection: “Before I ever found observance, I found sound. The neshama already knows song.”

 

🎵 Part 2: “Between Night and Morning”

    •    Medley of heartfelt or searching pieces.

    •    Story about teshuvah — not as “religion,” but a homecoming.

    •    re: yarmulke:

“This little cloth isn’t about rules. It’s about remembering the Source — even when the lights go out backstage.”

 

🎵 Part 3: “Sparks in the Silence”

    •    Instrumental solo or stripped-down vocals.

    •    Insight: “Judaism doesn’t ask me to stop being an artist. It asks me to become a vessel.”

 

🎵 Part 4: “Songs I Brought With Me”

    •    Well-loved secular songs recontextualized with depth (e.g., Beatles, Dylan, Carole King, The Eagles).

    •    Show how meaning can be drawn from anywhere.

    •    Hebrew piece to close: Havanagila or Anenu or Narrow Bridge.

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🕯️ Final Words:

“This show is just me bringing my two halves to the same bench. The performer and the soul guy. The Jewish me and the jazz me. I used to think they were at war — now I know they’re singing harmony.”

 

when the country club says we either have the rock band outside or the background in the bar or by the pool - thats when you say "why not give your members something truly special which is neither of this compromises at the extreme - people are craving intimate quality entertainment - few people can provide it so we think all thats available are these two low risk extremes both allowing for conversation among the audience

 

 

You’re describing a niche that’s warm, personal, and engaging—not bombastic, not wallpaper. That “in-between” space is high value when targeted strategically. Here are your best employment targets based on your style:

 

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​this is an important facility to identify CURRENT opportunities USA wide 

INCL use chat GPT to web crawl for gig opportunities that fit our middle ground product - current USA fund raisers - to id, then get to the right person, to press to see the video, to press the idea that it's the best thing for them to INSPIRE THE GIVING MOOD for the fund raiser

 

- (as well as finding then filling out platforms as required)

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- I will also be GPT internet scouring for opportunities

eg "what fund raising events are coming up across the USA"

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1. Upscale Hospitality Venues

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You’re perfect for places that want ambience with personality:

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  • Luxury resorts and cruise ships

  • Private clubs (e.g. Soho House, golf or yacht clubs)

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Target: Entertainment directors, F&B managers, hotel concierges.

 

 

 

 

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2. Private and Corporate Events

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You bring a unique charm to:

 

  • Private parties (birthdays, anniversaries, house concerts)

  • Corporate receptions and dinners

  • Fundraisers and galas (especially those with upscale audiences)

 

 

Target: Event planners, agencies, and even direct outreach to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) via platforms like LinkedIn or Thumbtack.

CAMPAIGN

 

 

 

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3. Cabaret & Listening Rooms

 

Venues designed for people who want to listen:

 

  • Cabaret clubs and listening lounges

  • Small theatres with solo artist nights

  • Jazz clubs open to crossover acts

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Target: Artistic directors, bookers, or venue owners with an “acoustic night” or “spotlight” series.

CAMPAIGN

 

 

 

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4. High-End Retirement Communities

 

 

Not generic senior homes—but premium residences that value curated, thoughtful entertainment.

 

  • These often host residents who appreciate storytelling, nostalgia, and interaction.

  • They also usually have larger budgets.

 

 

Target: Life enrichment directors and program coordinators 

CAMPAIGN

 

 

 

 

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5. House Concert Circuits

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A fast-growing space that fits your intimate style perfectly.

 

  • Affluent hosts who bring performers into their homes for friends

  • Often pay well and treat artists with great care

  • Ideal for building personal followings

 

 

Target: Join networks like Listening Room Network, Sofar Sounds 

CAMPAIGN

Perfect. Listening Rooms and Sofar Sounds are excellent for your style—engaged, intimate, interactive.

 

Let’s break them down and how you can best enter and thrive in those spaces:

 

 

 

 

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Listening Room Network (LRN)

 

 

 

✅ What It Is:

 

 

A curated network connecting artists with hosts of house concerts and small listening venues across the U.S. and beyond.

 

 

🎯 Why It’s Good for You:

 

 

  • Hosts are attentive listeners—not bar patrons.

  • They often pay a guaranteed donation per guest.

  • There’s strong appreciation for musicality, storytelling, and personality.

 

 

 

🚪 How to Get In:

 

 

  1. Apply at listeningroomnetwork.com

  2. You’ll need:

    • A high-quality performance video (live preferred)

    • Clear, engaging bio and images

    • Songs/sets under 60 minutes ideal

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🧭 What to Expect:

 

 

  • Once approved, hosts can invite you to perform

  • You can message hosts directly to propose concerts

  • You’ll usually play living rooms, small halls, or private lounges with 20–80 people

 

 

Tip: Emphasize your connection with the audience and that you’re “more than background, not a bar band.”

 

 

 

 

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Sofar Sounds

 

 

 

✅ What It Is:

 

 

A global movement of secret concerts in intimate spaces. They curate performers and locations, and the audience doesn’t know who’s playing until arrival.

 

 

🎯 Why It’s Good for You:

 

 

  • Professional lighting, sound, and crowd control

  • You’ll be in front of new, attentive audiences every time

  • Builds local fanbase and gives you video content

 

 

 

🚪 How to Apply:

 

 

  1. Go to: sofar sounds artist page

  2. Submit:

    • Performance video

    • Short bio

    • Links to your music/socials

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💡 What to Know:

 

 

  • They don’t pay much upfront (often a small fee or donation split), but…

  • You get high-quality video and exposure

  • Great way to build credibility and a mailing list

 

 

Tip: Position yourself as an “intimate performer who tells stories through music”—Sofar curators love that.

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