Dude, You are fun to learn from! That note really was long, and steady. I thought I was gonna see the clouds roll back and the Mtn. split. You are a cool person and fun teacher. Good job!
Our shofar blower also does a tikia gadola that is as long as he can make it. When he is done, there is a big sigh from the congregation, as they have been holding their breath along with his sound.
I took interest in the Shofar about 10 years ago but had nothing to practice with and no knowledge. So my first "Shofar" was a goard I had hybridized for that purpose. I got lucky and got a pretty good one of good size. Then next I found a shell that worked. And a friend found an actual very large heavy rams horn shofar at a yard sale. It had been cut with a fine size for mouth peice. I am practicing almost every day and learning it is more difficult than I thought. Your vid is excellent.
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@russianhadassah I'm very glad you liked it. If you've not checked it out, I also have another YouTube channel in addition to my alistaircohen one - WDINT which you can get to by clicking my username.
Its your couisun Jake. Ive watched a lot of your videos including the "mouth off" which was my best, I think you have a very good talent on holding your breath a it shows in this LONG VIDEO you should do one about pesach to
Its your couisun Jake. Ive watched a lot of your videos including the "mouth off" which was my best, I think you have a very good talent on holding your breath a it shows in this LONG VIDEO you should do one about pesach to
hi alistair, this video is informative and interesting. i love the way you explain about shofar. very relax and cool style. hope to see more of your video. my grand dad too kept a shofar at home, but we just hang it up there without being used, LOL.
what if i want to use a shofar for a school sports event? is it wrong, im personally not a religious person myself, i wanted a "viking" horn but a Shofar is the best thing i can find. just thought i'd throw that out there. and i am a brass player (cornet) and school events are the highlight of my school year.
@Jshnizzoor I GUESS that would be ok. After all, it is just the horn of a ram, and not specifically a sacred or blessed item. I'd say go for it, but on one condition - you have to tell at least 5 kids (jewish or otherwise) what it is and where its from - just to spread a bit of education about :)
@alistaircohen well thats reasonable, but there arent many jewish people in my school, like, at all, but if i am confronted about it i wouldnt mind tellin em about it.
@alistaircohen Here's my take. In order for jshnizzoor to play a shofar at a school function, I would think that it would be entirely permissible, as long as that shofar in particular is not used for holy feast days purposes, as well. In keeping with the definition of "holy", it must be set apart, and used for that one purpose. But, since jshn mentioned they weren't religious anyway, I suppose that shouldn't be an issue. Just some thoughts.
@alistaircohen I have to agree and disagree with your response. Remember that a Shofar is said to represent the voice of God so it is sacred. He also can't just go around blowing it without knowing what each blast represents. He could play it as long as it's with good intentions. I know you don't see no wrong with what you said but remember that some people take it serious. If it were up to me I'd let him play with no worries just as long as he knows what it represents. BTW nice vid. I loved it.
out of about 7 clips on shofar blowing, yours is definitely the best and i think you are going to do fine as a presenter. Great breath control gives you poise, and you have dignity without pomposity, which is quite rare in your chosen profession.
This was great. My family and I are celebrating Rosh HaShanah and I played this video for my kids. Very informative and well presented. L'Shanah Tovah!
Wow! Yasher koach - that tekiah gedolah was really something! You're a great presenter too. You have good eye contact with the camera and a very personable and engaging style of presenting. Much hatzlacha for your presenting work.
L'shanah tovah Allistar. I just had my first Rosh Hashana yesterday. I am in the process of converting from Christian to Jewish. I love the presentation. Very informative for a converting Christian to Jewish person.
I'm really glad you found it useful. Also, welcome to Judaism, I hope it offers you all that you are looking for. If nothing else, the food is great! :) L'shanah tovah to you also.
Very nicely done. Clear, easy to hear & understand, well-spoken, informative. Many thanks - especially on behalf of those early in learning or the simply curious. L'shanah tovah!
Great performance!
7777stevens 1 month ago
Dude, You are fun to learn from! That note really was long, and steady. I thought I was gonna see the clouds roll back and the Mtn. split. You are a cool person and fun teacher. Good job!
AugustJames2006 2 months ago 2
@AugustJames2006 Well thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it.
alistaircohen 1 month ago
Our shofar blower also does a tikia gadola that is as long as he can make it. When he is done, there is a big sigh from the congregation, as they have been holding their breath along with his sound.
erra404 5 months ago 2
Very good. Thanks.
loveforhispeopleinc 5 months ago
WOW! Tekiah gadola 40". Fantastic!
GLOBALGLORY 5 months ago
We await the 100th shofar blast this Rosh Hashanah. We are on a HIGH rapture watch this year. Come Jesus, come!
eternalrhythmflow 5 months ago
I took interest in the Shofar about 10 years ago but had nothing to practice with and no knowledge. So my first "Shofar" was a goard I had hybridized for that purpose. I got lucky and got a pretty good one of good size. Then next I found a shell that worked. And a friend found an actual very large heavy rams horn shofar at a yard sale. It had been cut with a fine size for mouth peice. I am practicing almost every day and learning it is more difficult than I thought. Your vid is excellent.
johnknoefler 6 months ago
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the solar tree of life. Sun= 0 = kether Mercury = 1 Hockmah Venus = 2 binah Moon = 3 daath Earth = 4 hesed Mars = 5 geburah Jupiter = 6 tipereth Saturn = 7 netzach Uranus = 8 hod Neptune = 9 yesod Pluto = 10 The great pyramid activates on the 29th of September 5772 ie 2011 481 feet times 12 =5772 inches . 1 year = a Inch. Gods witness in Egypt will break the spell !
SuperHorusra 6 months ago
I would like to know if he's available to drive me to pick up my girl saturday night. I could sure use a "Shofar." LMAO.
speakwhnspkn2 7 months ago
I can play melodies with more than just two notes on mine.
jernfuglen 8 months ago
Lovely video, sweet! Well done and quite informative to those unfamiliar with our ways. Tov Meod! :) Cheers,
Hadassah
russianhadassah 9 months ago
@russianhadassah I'm very glad you liked it. If you've not checked it out, I also have another YouTube channel in addition to my alistaircohen one - WDINT which you can get to by clicking my username.
Thanks for watching.
Alistair
WDINT 9 months ago
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Hi Alley,
Its your couisun Jake. Ive watched a lot of your videos including the "mouth off" which was my best, I think you have a very good talent on holding your breath a it shows in this LONG VIDEO you should do one about pesach to
Jake
R40SEN 9 months ago
Hi Alley,
Its your couisun Jake. Ive watched a lot of your videos including the "mouth off" which was my best, I think you have a very good talent on holding your breath a it shows in this LONG VIDEO you should do one about pesach to
Jake
R40SEN 9 months ago
What a great little video! Thanks for sharing a wee bit of the history & how to!
I've been wanting to get a shofar for sometime now. This will aid me in playing it.
Thanks! :-)
BoldReiver 1 year ago
Wow, excellent job!
dogendorf 1 year ago
hi alistair, this video is informative and interesting. i love the way you explain about shofar. very relax and cool style. hope to see more of your video. my grand dad too kept a shofar at home, but we just hang it up there without being used, LOL.
Kubangpasu 1 year ago
@Kubangpasu thank you very much. glad you enjoyed it! :)
WDINT 1 year ago
what if i want to use a shofar for a school sports event? is it wrong, im personally not a religious person myself, i wanted a "viking" horn but a Shofar is the best thing i can find. just thought i'd throw that out there. and i am a brass player (cornet) and school events are the highlight of my school year.
Jshnizzoor 1 year ago
@Jshnizzoor I GUESS that would be ok. After all, it is just the horn of a ram, and not specifically a sacred or blessed item. I'd say go for it, but on one condition - you have to tell at least 5 kids (jewish or otherwise) what it is and where its from - just to spread a bit of education about :)
Be interested to know what anyone else thought...
alistaircohen 1 year ago 5
@alistaircohen well thats reasonable, but there arent many jewish people in my school, like, at all, but if i am confronted about it i wouldnt mind tellin em about it.
Jshnizzoor 1 year ago
@alistaircohen Here's my take. In order for jshnizzoor to play a shofar at a school function, I would think that it would be entirely permissible, as long as that shofar in particular is not used for holy feast days purposes, as well. In keeping with the definition of "holy", it must be set apart, and used for that one purpose. But, since jshn mentioned they weren't religious anyway, I suppose that shouldn't be an issue. Just some thoughts.
4evershalom 8 months ago
@alistaircohen I have to agree and disagree with your response. Remember that a Shofar is said to represent the voice of God so it is sacred. He also can't just go around blowing it without knowing what each blast represents. He could play it as long as it's with good intentions. I know you don't see no wrong with what you said but remember that some people take it serious. If it were up to me I'd let him play with no worries just as long as he knows what it represents. BTW nice vid. I loved it.
chuntis 6 months ago
out of about 7 clips on shofar blowing, yours is definitely the best and i think you are going to do fine as a presenter. Great breath control gives you poise, and you have dignity without pomposity, which is quite rare in your chosen profession.
pamelaamoils 1 year ago
@pamelaamoils Thank you very much. If you know anyone that works in tv, feel free to pass
alistaircohen 1 year ago
@alistaircohen Thank you very much. If you know anyone that works in tv, feel free to pass on the link :)
alistaircohen 1 year ago
This was great. My family and I are celebrating Rosh HaShanah and I played this video for my kids. Very informative and well presented. L'Shanah Tovah!
0AmyK0 1 year ago
@0AmyK0 Wow, what a lovely comment to post. I'm glad you enjoyed it and I hope the kids weren't too scared :)
alistaircohen 1 year ago
Right on excellent presentation. Thank you so much!
YaHuWeHsoldier 1 year ago
i would love to sound that horn the day palestine is liberated !
shogunly2 1 year ago
@shogunly2 That will be the day that israel's right to exist is accepted by all arabs, and moslems .
pamelaamoils 1 year ago
@pamelaamoils yes i recognize israels right to exist , IN HELL
shogunly2 1 year ago
VARIOUS SHOFAR BLASTS AND THEIR MEANINGS:
TEKIA;
SHEVARI;
TERUAH
TEKIA GADOLA
PastorGuthrie 1 year ago
Wow! Yasher koach - that tekiah gedolah was really something! You're a great presenter too. You have good eye contact with the camera and a very personable and engaging style of presenting. Much hatzlacha for your presenting work.
4lougehrig 1 year ago
that was fantastic! thank you so much!
yurielabey44 1 year ago
Thanks I blow a Shofar at church this will help me
brandnew2day 1 year ago
My friends mom got a shofar .. going to try and incorporate that horn into my DJ set!
coolassrob 1 year ago
Best shofar video on Youtube!
Gimmer3 1 year ago
seriously heavenly sounds.... excellent stuff.
0871368021 2 years ago
Thank you!
rothoklo 2 years ago
Thanks for the lesson I am blowingthe Shofar at my Temple this year for the first time.
marcscohen 2 years ago
Mazel tov. Good luck, and thanks for watching.
alistaircohen 2 years ago
I did great my congreation said thanks
marcscohen 2 years ago
Nice work- great breathing. Tida Raba for the info.
moranih 2 years ago
Very informative, but I prefer the organ.
Qcumber 2 years ago
Aaamazing thank you so much!
excitedjoy 3 years ago
thank you for this lesson. shalom!
popitn2nd 3 years ago 2
wow... i get out of breath just listening you play the tekiah gadola. a good 40 seconds!!
favianee 3 years ago 2
very nice job.
KingOystar 3 years ago
thank you very much
alistaircohen 3 years ago
L'shanah tovah Allistar. I just had my first Rosh Hashana yesterday. I am in the process of converting from Christian to Jewish. I love the presentation. Very informative for a converting Christian to Jewish person.
dewaiter 3 years ago
I'm really glad you found it useful. Also, welcome to Judaism, I hope it offers you all that you are looking for. If nothing else, the food is great! :) L'shanah tovah to you also.
alistaircohen 3 years ago
Very nicely done. Clear, easy to hear & understand, well-spoken, informative. Many thanks - especially on behalf of those early in learning or the simply curious. L'shanah tovah!
catillac1970 3 years ago
What a really nice comment. L'shanah tovah to you too.
alistaircohen 3 years ago