Shofar in the Park
We've been tooting our own horn for over 3,300 years.
Don't live in the echo. Live in the blast.
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We've been tooting our own horn for over 3000 years.
And we're pretty good at it.
We Jews have been blowing the Shofar, a simple hollowed out ram's horn, for thousands of years in celebration of Rosh Hashana, or the Head of the Year – also known as the birthday of humanity.
A blast from the past.
The frequencies and vibrations that emanate from the horn are of ancient formulation and have been blown by Jews in thousands of cities around the world, in times of both peace and persecution.
Sweet toot.
Their precise sequence of short, medium and long blasts, and their combination of both bass and treble, are known to have positive personal, global and cosmic effect.
Not coming to a theater near you.
Shofar in the Park will happen once: Tuesday, September 23 at the West 86-90 Street Landscape on 86th Street and Central Park West (NE corner entrance), between 4 and 6pm. It won't be broadcasted, rebroadcasted, or podcasted. In fact, according to ancient prescription, one must hear the blasts directly from the Shofar itself. No medium will do – not a microphone, not CNN, not even a slight echo. It's a "you-had-to-be-there" kind of a moment.
Happy New Ear!
No two people experience the Shofar in the same way. Some hear a battle cry, calling them to action. Others recall the innocence of their youth. Some hear a victory blast, that "Yes, I can overcome my obstacles." Others are freed from the painful tears they never dared cry. Some remember home. Others that it's time to roam.
Don't be an echo.
Though the messages to be heard in the Shofar's notes are as numerous as there are people, here's just one: Don't live your life vicariously through others, carrying their opinions and mimicking popular beliefs. Like the Shofar blast, live your life first-hand and be an original.
Escape the horn honking for horn blowing.
This September 23, duck out of the New York City hubbub for an hour of refuge at the Norman Landscape in Central Park. Return to a simpler, more essential state, together with fellow New Yorkers. Hear the stirring, unadulterated blasts of the Shofar as we reflect on our collective birthday. And walk away with a message that you were carrying all along.
Meet Haim Avitzur
Master Blaster
Haim is an accomplished musician who has performed on stages worldwide. Living in New York with his wife and two children, he makes a living teaching and performing music. His latest recording includes a 'Concerto for Trombone, Shofar and Orchestra' by Meira Warshauer.
"Chosen not just for his musical skill, but for being a person of outstanding character and reputation. Even a professional musician must strike a more raw, unsophisticated note – at least once a year."
Be Gifted
You were born gifted.
Let us know you'll be joining us in the park and the names of your guests and we'll have something special waiting for each of you.
What to Expect:
- ✓ Special gift for each attendee
- ✓ Multiple shofar blowing sessions
- ✓ Family-friendly atmosphere
- ✓ No experience necessary
Getting There
Shofar and so close.
Getting There
Located at the North East Corner of 86th Street and Central Park West
Open in Google MapsGetting There on Foot
Walking Distance
Easy walk from Upper West Side neighborhoods
Meeting Point
North East Corner of 86th & Central Park West
Plan Ahead
Event is on Tuesday.
For traditional services, visit Chabad of the West Side or chabad.org
House Calls
We'll come to you.
Know somebody who can't make it to the park? We provide shofar blowing services for hospitals, convalescent homes, private parties, and other venues.
Private Parties
For your home or venue
Healthcare Facilities
Hospitals & care homes
Custom Requests
Anywhere you need us
Our certified BlastMasters© will visit and perform the shofar blowing.
Request a House CallBe In Touch
We're all ears.
When we're not practicing blowing the Shofar, we're reading your emails.
Email Us
info@shofarinthepark.comMailing Address
166 West 97th St, New York, NY 10025
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