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Schola Hebraeica is a classical music ensemble that specializes in Jewish liturgical music. The group was founded in 2008 by Joshua Jacobson, a renowned conductor and scholar of Jewish music. Since its inception, Schola Hebraeica has become one of the leading ensembles in the field of Jewish choral music, performing at major venues and festivals around the world. The birth of Schola Hebraeica can be traced back to Jacobson's lifelong passion for Jewish music. Born in 1948 in Boston, Massachusetts, Jacobson grew up in a family that was deeply involved in Jewish culture and music. His father was a cantor, and Jacobson himself began singing in synagogue choirs at a young age. He went on to study music at Harvard University and the New England Conservatory of Music, and later earned a doctorate in musicology from Brandeis University. Throughout his career, Jacobson has been a leading figure in the field of Jewish music. He has written numerous books and articles on the subject, and has served as a consultant and lecturer for synagogues, universities, and cultural institutions around the world. In 1985, he founded the Zamir Chorale of Boston, a Jewish choir that has become one of the most respected ensembles in the United States. In 2008, Jacobson decided to form a new ensemble that would focus specifically on Jewish liturgical music. He assembled a group of talented singers from the Boston area, and Schola Hebraeica was born. The group's name is derived from the Latin term for "Jewish school," reflecting its mission to educate audiences about the rich tradition of Jewish choral music. From the beginning, Schola Hebraeica's performances were marked by a deep sense of reverence and authenticity. The group's repertoire includes a wide range of Jewish music, from ancient chants to modern compositions. Jacobson's expertise in the field of Jewish musicology has been instrumental in shaping the ensemble's sound and style. One of Schola Hebraeica's early highlights was a performance at the 2009 Boston Jewish Music Festival. The group's concert, titled "Voices of the Shtetl," featured traditional Jewish music from Eastern Europe, including Yiddish songs and klezmer tunes. The performance was widely praised for its authenticity and emotional power, and helped to establish Schola Hebraeica as a major force in the world of Jewish choral music. In the years that followed, Schola Hebraeica continued to perform at major venues and festivals around the world. The group has appeared at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., the Lincoln Center in New York City, and the Royal Festival Hall in London, among many other prestigious venues. In 2012, Schola Hebraeica was invited to perform at the World Symposium on Choral Music in Puerto Madryn, Argentina, where they received a standing ovation from an audience of choral music experts from around the world. Schola Hebraeica's performances have also been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2010, the group was awarded the prestigious Covenant Award, which recognizes outstanding Jewish educators and artists. The award cited Schola Hebraeica's "innovative and inspiring approach to Jewish music," and praised the group for its ability to "connect audiences to the rich cultural heritage of the Jewish people." In addition to its performances, Schola Hebraeica has also been active in recording and publishing Jewish music.

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