After listening again and again through all of the entries. A winner has been decided.
The winner of the Window in Heaven contest & a brand new iPod touch is...
SIMCHA LEINER
Listen to his version below!
One behalf of myself and Shea Rubenstein, we'd like to thank all of the people who contributed their own version of Window in Heaven. Stay tuned in to JMDerech for more contests in the future!
For questions or to send all entries, email jmderech@gmail.com Entries due by the last night of Chanukah - December 19th.
NOTE for Beginners: Download the Audacity program here and import the Window In Heaven music into audacity and start recording your voice over it!
Lyrics: Early days of younger years, Full of childrens' joys and fears, Whether school or home, always felt alone, In a way, what's a child to do?
Days and months went rushing by, Bar Mitzvah in a suit and tie, And my loss still there, much too deep to share, In a way, what's a child to do?
But I know, you were there the whole time, Looking down, from a window in heaven, And your touch, like the gentlest breeze, Saying, I will remember you son
Even though you could not shake my hand, You looked down from a window in heaven, And your touch, like the whisper of wings, Saying, I will be there for you son, in a way
Milestones of life flew by, Couldn't help but wonder why, You had to go away, I never heard you say, "oh my son", What's a child to do?
At the Chupa we stood as one, Being watched by everyone, And the tears that flow, both joy and sorrow, For the One, who's not here with me now
But I know, you were there the whole time, Through each step you were guiding me forward, And your touch, like a breath of fresh air, Saying, I'll always love you my son
Even though you could not walk me down, I could tell you were standing beside me, And your touch, like the wisdom of old, Saying, I am so proud of you son, in a way
Now I hold him tenderly, My baby son, for all to see, I am overcome, by my actions done, today What's a child to do?
My son will bear your name with pride, Holding Zeide's torch inside, And the part of me, which was so empty, Is now full, as I reach out to you
And I know you were there the whole time, Looking down, from your place in Shomayim, And your touch, like a magical spell, Is embracing me tightly right now
Even though he was not on your knees, You were here, on a visit from heaven, And your touch, like the sweetest of wine; saying There'll always be, a part of me, in you my son
For questions or to send all entries, email jmderech@gmail.com Entries due by the last night of Chanukah - December 19th.
NOTE for Beginners: Download the Audacity program here and import the Window In Heaven music into audacity and start recording your voice over it!
Lyrics: Early days of younger years, Full of childrens' joys and fears, Whether school or home, always felt alone, In a way, what's a child to do?
Days and months went rushing by, Bar Mitzvah in a suit and tie, And my loss still there, much too deep to share, In a way, what's a child to do?
But I know, you were there the whole time, Looking down, from a window in heaven, And your touch, like the gentlest breeze, Saying, I will remember you son
Even though you could not shake my hand, You looked down from a window in heaven, And your touch, like the whisper of wings, Saying, I will be there for you son, in a way
Milestones of life flew by, Couldn't help but wonder why, You had to go away, I never heard you say, "oh my son", What's a child to do?
At the Chupa we stood as one, Being watched by everyone, And the tears that flow, both joy and sorrow, For the One, who's not here with me now
But I know, you were there the whole time, Through each step you were guiding me forward, And your touch, like a breath of fresh air, Saying, I'll always love you my son
Even though you could not walk me down, I could tell you were standing beside me, And your touch, like the wisdom of old, Saying, I am so proud of you son, in a way
Now I hold him tenderly, My baby son, for all to see, I am overcome, by my actions done, today What's a child to do?
My son will bear your name with pride, Holding Zeide's torch inside, And the part of me, which was so empty, Is now full, as I reach out to you
And I know you were there the whole time, Looking down, from your place in Shomayim, And your touch, like a magical spell, Is embracing me tightly right now
Even though he was not on your knees, You were here, on a visit from heaven, And your touch, like the sweetest of wine; saying There'll always be, a part of me, in you my son
This concert, which was held in Brooklyn, this past Thursday, June 18th was packed with up and coming Jewish music vocalists. (In the order that they appear below) Berry Weber, Yoni Zigelbaum, Shea Rubenstein, Yoely Lebovitz, and Yossi Fraenkel.
For Men Only Start Time: Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 9:00pm End Time: Friday, June 19, 2009 at 4:00am Location : 155 Water Street - Corner Pearl Street Brooklyn, NY
B'Derech Proudly Presents a Night with Shea Rubenstein of song and dance to get you all clapping and dancing to the music! You'll be entertained by him and other surprise guests! other entertainers accompanied by a live band to rock the house all night! Also featuring live stage hypnosis by Mutty Weingerger to hynotize and amaze one and all from big to small! Come join the fun and bring your friends! for sponsorship, directions, tickets, and all other information please contact B'Derech
B'Derech is known as "the movement dedicated to keeping our kids happy as they travel B'Derech HaTorah. It's about hearing the voice of the kids. It's about Kiruv Kerovim. It's about reintroducing the Derech HaBaal Shem. It's about making sure each kid knows he's unique and special."
"B'Derech Proudly Presents a Night with Shea Rubenstein of song and dance to get you all clapping and dancing to the music! You'll be entertained by him and other surprise guests! other entertainers accompanied by a live band to rock the house all night! Also featuring live stage hypnosis by Mutty Weingerger to hypnotize and amaze one and all from big to small! Come join the fun and bring your friends! for sponsorship directions tickets and all other information please contact B'derech"
Start Time: Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 9:00pm End Time: Friday, June 19, 2009 at 4:00am Location: 155 Water Street Street: Corner Pearl Street City/Town: Brooklyn, NY Phone: (347)598-6527 Email:bderech@sprint.blackberry.net
Brooklyn, NY - Recording artist Shea Rubenstein has announced his offer to perform free of charge at events held by charities and other nonprofit organizations for the duration of 2009. “Charities face so many obstacles in the current economic turndown, with more people in need, and fewer donations pouring in,” Shea explains. “I want to give back to those who give to many.” His magnanimous offer extends to all charities and nonprofit organizations who seek to enhance their events with professional vocal entertainment. Instead of having to set aside a large part of their budget to obtain a musical artist, Rubenstein will now provide that for them, gratis.
Shea Rubenstein released his debut album, entitled, “Ohavti,” in December. His music video, “Window in Heaven,” is the most downloaded English Jewish music video on the internet, and has garnered a huge following. Shea has performed throughout the United States, Israel and Europe. His audiences have included various elected officials and religious leaders, including, most recently, Governor David Patterson. Shea performs Carlebach-style Shabbosim and Kumzites on a regular basis. He is sought after at weddings, Sheva Brachos and other Simchas throughout the country.
Organizations seeking to accept his generous offer should contact Shea Rubenstein by visiting his website, www.shearubenstein.com. Alternately, he can be reached by phoning 917-668-4115. Shea’s gracious offer is emblematic of the initiative needed to quell the effects of the recession on our community at large. It is his hope that others will follow his example.
Shea Rubenstein's debut album can be bought on Mostlymusic's website.
