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Bryan’s main goal is to combine people’s love for music and Judaism to form an incredible spiritual foundation. He uses his music to set the mood for adults and children alike by merging traditional liturgy, Jewish themes and modern contemporary music to help them become more connected with their Jewish identities. His style has been compared to music composed by artists such as James Taylor, Ben Folds and Dashboard Confessional. Kol Echad began performing and leading prayer services in 2003 and have played in venues such as Stephen S. Wise Temple in Los Angeles, CA, Temple Akiba in Culver City, CA, Temple Israel in Columbus, OH, Temple Sinai in Pittsburgh, PA, and Congregation Sha’are Emeth in St. Louis, MO. Bryan has also opened for the Rick Recht Band and has performed with other Jewish musicians such as Dan Nichols, Mah Tovu, Danny Maseng and Rabbi Joe Black. In addition, Bryan has been the Head Songleader and music director at URJ Camp Newman-Swig and Goldman Union Camp Institute. “Shabbat Same’ach”, Bryan’s first demo album that debuted in May 2003, consists of original liturgical melodies from Shabbat Prayer services. “Mi Chamocha” and “V’ahavta” have become widely spread and are used in many regions throughout the United States, Canada and Israel. In June 2004, he released a five-song demo album, a collection of newly composed contemporary Jewish music that includes guest Jewish musicians Noam Katz and Marc Rossio. Songs such as “Angel” and “Hareiu” have already become hits and are currently used as normal repertoire in services and song sessions at camps and synagogues. Produced by Josh Nelson, the band has released their first full-length studio album titled “It’s No Dream”. The album features such tracks as “V’al Kulam”, “Angel”, “Rock and Redeemer” and “It’s No Dream”. It is available for purchase and download on both www.bryanzive.com and www.oysongs.com. Bryan graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Jewish Studies with an emphasis on Ethnomusicology. He is the current Music Director at Temple Israel in Columbus, a 750 family congregation in Columbus, OH. With his love for Judaism and music, and his strong ability to spiritually connect with his audience, the future remains bright for this up-and-coming Jewish musician. He will continue to promote Jewish music, old and new, throughout the year. Invite him to participate in any event in your community. You can contact Bryan at bryan@bryanzive.com |
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