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Purim, one of the most joyous and festive holidays in the Jewish calendar, commemorates the survival of the Jewish people as told in the Book of Esther. Marked by lively celebrations, costumes, and the reading of the Megillah, Purim is also deeply connected to music and performance. At the Recorded Sound Archives (RSA), we are fortunate to have a collection of rare and historic recordings that capture the spirit of this holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover Our Purim Collection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From traditional Purim songs to theatrical performances, our collection includes recordings that bring the holiday\u2019s energy to life. These recordings, available in full for listening, offer a window into the rich cultural and musical traditions associated with Purim. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Listen and Explore<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

All of these recordings and more are available for full listening through the RSA. Celebrate Purim by immersing yourself in these historic and culturally significant recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cantata Ebraica<\/a><\/strong> by Ramon Tasat<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dreams of Safam<\/a><\/strong> by Safam<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holiday Music Box (Purim)<\/a><\/strong> by Eliahu Gamliel & Shirley Cohen<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holiday Sing Along<\/a><\/strong> by Ohel Moshe Childrens Chorus<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I Love the Day of Purim<\/strong><\/a> by Gladys Gewirtz & Heidy Mayer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kinder Songs – Holiday Songs for the Entire Family<\/a><\/strong> by Deborah Katchko-Gray<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lomier Zingen – Let’s Sing a Yiddish Song <\/a><\/strong>by Masha Benya and Childrens Chorus<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Rhythms in the Jewish Center<\/a><\/strong> by Benjamin Maissner<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pesach Burstein – Volume 2<\/a><\/strong> – by Peisachke Burstein & Vilner Komiker<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purim<\/a><\/strong> by Emanuel Rosenberg<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purim Part 1<\/a><\/strong> by Emamuel Rosenberg<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purim Festival In Town Hall<\/a><\/strong> by Sidor Belarsky<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purim Party<\/a><\/strong> by Shimon and Ilana Gewirtz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purim Song Parade<\/a><\/strong> by Gladys Gewirtz & Seymour Silbermintz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purim is here<\/a><\/strong> by Gladys Gewirtz<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shalom Yeladim<\/a><\/strong> by Judy Caplan Ginsburgh<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Songs for Tu Bishvat and Purim<\/a><\/strong> by William Wolff & Joan Mey<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Werdyger Children’s Choir Sings<\/a><\/strong> by Mendel Werdyger, Chaiml Werdyger & Ted Grey<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chag Purim Sameach!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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