Welcoming Shabbat with Lecha Dodi by Student Cantor Iris Karlin at Temple B'nai Israel in Clearwater, Florida

Iris Karlin, a native Israeli, is an internationally acclaimed soprano, song leader, worship leader, director, conductor, composer, and educator.

Iris started her musical path as a pianist and flutist, and as she started singing she moved from rock to musical theatre to operettas and operas. She was praised for her rare combination of stage presence and musicianship by critics and conductors alike. She continued to direct and conduct choirs, theater productions, and kids' shows. 

Iris is now on her path to becoming a Cantor, studying at Hebrew Union College, and serving as a student Cantor at Temple B'nai Israel in Clearwater, FL. In her years of studies at HUC Iris had been composing and distributing liturgical contemporary music to Reform Synagogues, and had won prizes for excellence in composition. 

Enjoy, and Shabbat shalom!

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