About

Rak Shalom, founded in 2005 at the University of Maryland, is one of the most dynamic groups in Jewish A Cappella. Determined to bring excitement and quality to our performances, we travel across the country and sing for both public and private audiences in a wide variety of venues and locations. Rak Shalom has a truly unique and diverse repertoire, which spans from American and Israeli pop to traditional Jewish melodies. We share our passion for music through captivating and intricate arrangements, and our engaging performances leave our audiences wanting more!

Awards

2020

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

First Place

Audience Favorite

Best Soloist: Rachel Robin

2018

Philadelphia Jewish A Cappella Competition

First Place

2017

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

First Place

Audience Favorite

Best Soloist: Daniela Nagar

Best Beatboxer: Noah Bar-Shain

Ilu Finu Arranging Competition

Second Place Friday Night Arrangement: Noah Bar-Shain

Most Prayerful Arrangement: Noah Bar-Shain

2016

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

Second Place

Best Soloist: Ryan Sevel

Best Arrangement: Noah Bar-Shain, Avi Eisenstein, and Daniela Nagar

2013

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

Third Place

2012

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

Best Beatboxer: Jordan Savitsky 


Check out our latest album, “Cloud Nine”!

Stream “Cloud Nine” On Spotify


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