Ayla Schwartz
Nashville,TN
Summary
Experienced cantorial candidate dedicated to providing the members of my community with support and structure. I have worked for 10 years alongside various temples to contribute songs and prayer in an effort to connect with my religion and develop personal connections with each congregation. With this experience I was able to curate a plethora of skills that enable me to serve congregants individually. I have developed my ability to listen and learn as well as handle situations of distress empathetically and according to need. I am very personable and have had success leading and inspiring the communities where I have worked with in worship.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Chair for NowGEN JLC
Jewish Federation Of Nashville And Middle Tennessee
Nashville, TN
09.2023 - Current
Cantorial Intern & Sunday School Teacher
The Temple Congregation Ohabai Sholom
Nashville, TN
08.2023 - Current
Cantor Substitute
The Temple Congregation Ohabai Sholom
Nashville, TN
01.2022 - Current
- I periodically substitute for Cantor Fishbein when needed.
Singing for Services & Holidays
The Temple Congregation Ohabai Sholom
Nashville, TN
07.2021 - Current
- Volunteer Singer for Friday Night Services (August 2021 - Present)
- Guest Vocals on the Bimah for High Holy Days (July 2021 - September 2023)
- Volunteer Choir Member for High Holy Days (July 2021 - September 2023)
- Singing for the Golden Lunch Bunch (December 2023)
Diversity Discussion Leader
Jewish Representative
Nashville, TN
10.2023 - 10.2023
- October 12, 2023: I helped lead a One of Three-Part Young Adult Run Diversity Talk after the October 7th's Hamas attack on Israel.
Singing for Shabbat Services
Congregation Micah
Nashville, TN
04.2023 - 10.2023
- I sang for Shabbat Services
Co-Founder
Belmont Jewish Association
Nashville, TN
11.2022 - 10.2023
- I helped create an official Jewish Club at Belmont University.
Vanderbilt Hillel Service Leader & Board Member
Vanderbilt Hillel
Nashville, TN
08.2021 - 08.2023
Student Leader
Belmont Jewish Initiative
Nashville, TN
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Worked on allowing Jews to be hired at Belmont University
- Worked on building a Jewish Club on campus
- April 17, 2023: I participated as a Jewish representative in a Diversity Panel at Belmont University.
Service Leader for Holy Day Services
Belmont University
Nashville, TN
01.2021 - 12.2022
Birthright Travel to Israel
Brown University Hillel
05.2022 - 06.2022
Social Media & Religious Ambassador Intern
Congregation Micah
Nashville, TN
05.2021 - 08.2021
Guest Singer
Or Chadash Reform Temple
Flemington, NJ
01.2020 - 12.2020
- I periodically sang for my temple back home in NJ during some Shabbats and high holy day services.
Jewish Community Services
Various Organizations
- Supported Israel Rally at the JCC (October 2023)
- Participated in Nashville Kosher Hot Chicken Festival (June 2023)
- Chabad of Nashville Attendee (August 2023 - Present)
- Participated in Private Hebrew Study of the Old Testament at Belmont University (October 2023)
- Throughout my middle school to high school, I have actively participated in the following events/programs: L'taken, Confirmation, Bat Mitzvah, Or Chadash Food Drives, Shabbat and High Holy Day Serves at Or Chadash.
- Taught Choir Jewish Hebrew Works for Performances at Or Chadash (2012-2019)
Education
Bachelor of Music
Belmont University
Nashville, TN08-2023
Skills
- Strong Leadership and Organizational abilities
- Proficient in Jewish music and liturgy
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Social Media Management & Ambassadorship
- Experience working with kids
- Teamwork, Creativity & Problem Solving
- Graphics: Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
- Platforms: Windows & OSX Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, Google Drive/Docs
Timeline
Diversity Discussion Leader
Jewish Representative
10.2023 - 10.2023
Co-Chair for NowGEN JLC
Jewish Federation Of Nashville And Middle Tennessee
09.2023 - Current
Cantorial Intern & Sunday School Teacher
The Temple Congregation Ohabai Sholom
08.2023 - Current
Singing for Shabbat Services
Congregation Micah
04.2023 - 10.2023
Co-Founder
Belmont Jewish Association
11.2022 - 10.2023
Birthright Travel to Israel
Brown University Hillel
05.2022 - 06.2022
Cantor Substitute
The Temple Congregation Ohabai Sholom
01.2022 - Current
Vanderbilt Hillel Service Leader & Board Member
Vanderbilt Hillel
08.2021 - 08.2023
Singing for Services & Holidays
The Temple Congregation Ohabai Sholom
07.2021 - Current
Social Media & Religious Ambassador Intern
Congregation Micah
05.2021 - 08.2021
Service Leader for Holy Day Services
Belmont University
01.2021 - 12.2022
Student Leader
Belmont Jewish Initiative
08.2020 - 08.2023
Guest Singer
Or Chadash Reform Temple
01.2020 - 12.2020
Jewish Community Services
Various Organizations
Bachelor of Music
Belmont University
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