Tzohar Seminary for Chassidus and the Arts
Tzohar Seminary is the only place in the world where young Jewish women spend a gap year
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Judaic CoursesAt the start of the 20th Century, Rabbi Shalom DovBer Schneersohn (Rashab) was at the forefront of a battle foArt CoursesThis introduction to acting explores psychology and human behavior from page to stage. Students learn how to rSample Schedule | tzoharseminaryMorning hours are devoted to the study of Limudei Kodesh.Request a Transcript | tzoharseminaryIn order to have your Tzohar transcript sent to a college/institution you will need to complete the following
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Student Reflections | tzoharseminaryI attended Tzohar in its seventh year. Personally, it was a life changing year in many ways. Having been in a 
About Us | Tzohar Seminary | PittsburghTzohar empowers talented young Jewish women toward personal, spiritual and creative growth through the integraCOLLABORATIVE GROUP PRESENTATIONTzohar students study Jewish texts during the morning hours, and in the afternoon they are immersed in a complAmy GutersonTzohar Seminary reflects Mrs. Guterson’s vision to create a haven for young women who are creatively gifted; a
Israel Trip | tzoharseminaryOur seminary spends two weeks in Israel during the winter, traveling and getting a taste of what it’s like to Crystal FortwanglerDr. Fortwangler is a filmmaker and photographer who seeks to bring beauty and light as well as introspection iRabbi Aaron HermanRabbi Herman grew up in Pittsburgh attending the Yeshiva Schools and went on to study in Chabad institutions iMaritza MosqueraMs. Mosquera's creative practice includes drawing, painting and printmaking plus the engagement of communitiesRabbi Dovid HordinerRabbi Hordiner has worked as an educator for over twenty five years. He is the founder of Hordiner Consulting Leah HermanMrs. Herman has been a teacher for over 25 years and has taught Tzohar students for over a decade.Letter from the Rav | tzoharseminaryChassidus teaches us that the whole purpose of creation is to make this world a dwelling place for Hashem. ThiShternie RosenfeldMrs. Rosenfeld was born and raised in London, England and attended the Lubavitch girls school there. She studiEmmanuel BerridoEmmanuel Berrido (aka, “Manny”) is a Dominican American composer, pianist, and conductor with the goal of creaCHARACTER & SCENE STUDYThis class builds upon acting elements taught in Acting. Utilizing scenes from classic American, British, RussCommunity | Tzohar Seminary | PittsburghThe city of Pittsburgh has many assets that make it an ideal location for the Tzohar Seminary for Chassidus anCHABAD PHILOSOPHY IIAn in-depth study examining core teachings of Chabad Chassidic philosophy and practice, utilizing a variety ofVOICE IWeekly 25 minute private voice lessons individually tailored to the needs and level of each student, beginner CREATIVITY AND THE ARTSThis class focuses on the creative process as spiritual and personal growth. Readings in The Artist’s Way as wDoug LevineMr. Levine is a pianist, composer, arranger, music director and teacher based in his hometown of Pittsburgh. WSTUDIO ART IIThis course is an introductory class for the core focal points of two-dimensional Visual Arts. Students will hTANYAThis course is an in-depth study of Shaar HaYichud V’HaEmunoh (Tanya) authored by Rabbi Shneur Zalman of LiadiFILMMAKING IFilmmaking I is a hands-on introduction to key photographic concepts and the core concepts of self-expression SAMACH VOVAt the start of the 20th Century, Rabbi Shalom DovBer Schneersohn (Rashab) was at the forefront of a battle foJEWISH ETHICS AND RELATIONSHIPS IThis course addresses the Jewish perspective of marriage and family relationships. Attention is given to datinSCREEN/PLAYWRITINGIn this combination workshop and seminar, we will explore the elements of storytelling. You will write short pPIANO IWeekly 25 minute private piano lessons individually tailored to the needs and level of each student, beginner ACTINGThis introduction to acting explores psychology and human behavior from page to stage. Students learn how to rHindy GurevitzMrs. Gurevitz grew up in Bogota, Colombia where her parents were sent to be Chabad emissaries for the communitJEWISH PHILOSOPHY IAn in-depth study of some of the central themes in Jewish philosophy, including the Jewish belief system, the MUSIC PRODUCTION IIThis course will expand upon foundational skills in music production and require students to stretch their creMUSIC PRODUCTION IThis course will explore the basic principles and applications of music production and sound recording with a GUITAR IWeekly 25 minute private guitar lessons individually tailored to the needs and level of each student, beginnerSTUDIO ART IThis course is an introduction to the fundamental materials, techniques and concepts of two-dimensional visualJEWISH PHILOSOPHY IIAn in-depth study of some themes in Jewish philosophy, including the status of women in Jewish life, issues suCREATIVE WRITING IThe purpose of this course is to introduce you to the basic structure and elements of writing poetry and shortFILMMAKING IIIn this course students advance their filmmaking skills from beginner to intermediate. Students learn more in-FESTIVALS FROM A CHASSIDIC PERSPECTIVE IChabad Chassidus outlines various themes and motifs for each Jewish holiday and for each time period within thCREATIVE WRITING IIWelcome to “Introduction to Creative Writing - FICTION.” The purpose of this course is to introduce you to theMara LetterleMrs. Letterle is a Pittsburgh based vocalist and teacher. She holds dual bachelor degrees from Indiana UniversVOCAL ENSEMBLEThis course will introduce students to the vocal art and to the craft of ensemble singing through explorationsFESTIVALS FROM A CHASSIDIC PERSPECTIVE IIChabad Chassidus outlines various themes and motifs for each Jewish holidays and for each time period within tADMINISTRATIONDANCE IThis course is designed to introduce students to various genres of dance including ballet, jazz, and hip hop. Rabbi Eli RubinRabbi Rubin studied Chassidic literature and Jewish Law at the Rabbinical College of America and at Yeshivot iChani RosenblumMrs. Rosenblum has been on Shlichus in Pittsburgh for over 30 years, KE”H. For most of these years she has tauMUSIC THEORY AND COMPOSITIONThis course is designed for students who have little or no musical background. The course will provide basic kPHOTOGRAPHYAn introduction to basic concepts, processes and techniques of photography; including camera usage, exposure, Rabbi Choni FriedmanRabbi Friedman is the Rabbi of Bnei Emunah Chabad, a vibrant Shul and community in the Greenfield area of PittAmy SchulerMrs. Schuler is a mother of 4, teenagers to adult. She considers this her most significant role and the one th
Click to watch "Tzohar Seminary Celebration" on YouTube!Tzohar Seminary is the only place in the world where young Jewish women spend a gap year
About Us | Tzohar Seminary | PittsburghTzohar empowers talented young Jewish women toward personal, spiritual and creative growth through the integraCOLLABORATIVE GROUP PRESENTATIONTzohar students study Jewish texts during the morning hours, and in the afternoon they are immersed in a complAmy GutersonTzohar Seminary reflects Mrs. Guterson’s vision to create a haven for young women who are creatively gifted; aIsrael Trip | tzoharseminaryOur seminary spends two weeks in Israel during the winter, traveling and getting a taste of what it’s like to Crystal FortwanglerDr. Fortwangler is a filmmaker and photographer who seeks to bring beauty and light as well as introspection iRabbi Aaron HermanRabbi Herman grew up in Pittsburgh attending the Yeshiva Schools and went on to study in Chabad institutions iMaritza MosqueraMs. Mosquera's creative practice includes drawing, painting and printmaking plus the engagement of communitiesRabbi Dovid HordinerRabbi Hordiner has worked as an educator for over twenty five years. He is the founder of Hordiner Consulting Leah HermanMrs. Herman has been a teacher for over 25 years and has taught Tzohar students for over a decade.Letter from the Rav | tzoharseminaryChassidus teaches us that the whole purpose of creation is to make this world a dwelling place for Hashem. ThiShternie RosenfeldMrs. Rosenfeld was born and raised in London, England and attended the Lubavitch girls school there. She studiEmmanuel BerridoEmmanuel Berrido (aka, “Manny”) is a Dominican American composer, pianist, and conductor with the goal of creaCHARACTER & SCENE STUDYThis class builds upon acting elements taught in Acting. Utilizing scenes from classic American, British, RussCommunity | Tzohar Seminary | PittsburghThe city of Pittsburgh has many assets that make it an ideal location for the Tzohar Seminary for Chassidus anCHABAD PHILOSOPHY IIAn in-depth study examining core teachings of Chabad Chassidic philosophy and practice, utilizing a variety ofVOICE IWeekly 25 minute private voice lessons individually tailored to the needs and level of each student, beginner CREATIVITY AND THE ARTSThis class focuses on the creative process as spiritual and personal growth. Readings in The Artist’s Way as wDoug LevineMr. Levine is a pianist, composer, arranger, music director and teacher based in his hometown of Pittsburgh. WSTUDIO ART IIThis course is an introductory class for the core focal points of two-dimensional Visual Arts. Students will hTANYAThis course is an in-depth study of Shaar HaYichud V’HaEmunoh (Tanya) authored by Rabbi Shneur Zalman of LiadiFILMMAKING IFilmmaking I is a hands-on introduction to key photographic concepts and the core concepts of self-expression SAMACH VOVAt the start of the 20th Century, Rabbi Shalom DovBer Schneersohn (Rashab) was at the forefront of a battle foJEWISH ETHICS AND RELATIONSHIPS IThis course addresses the Jewish perspective of marriage and family relationships. Attention is given to datinSCREEN/PLAYWRITINGIn this combination workshop and seminar, we will explore the elements of storytelling. You will write short pPIANO IWeekly 25 minute private piano lessons individually tailored to the needs and level of each student, beginner ACTINGThis introduction to acting explores psychology and human behavior from page to stage. Students learn how to rHindy GurevitzMrs. Gurevitz grew up in Bogota, Colombia where her parents were sent to be Chabad emissaries for the communitJEWISH PHILOSOPHY IAn in-depth study of some of the central themes in Jewish philosophy, including the Jewish belief system, the MUSIC PRODUCTION IIThis course will expand upon foundational skills in music production and require students to stretch their creMUSIC PRODUCTION IThis course will explore the basic principles and applications of music production and sound recording with a GUITAR IWeekly 25 minute private guitar lessons individually tailored to the needs and level of each student, beginnerSTUDIO ART IThis course is an introduction to the fundamental materials, techniques and concepts of two-dimensional visualJEWISH PHILOSOPHY IIAn in-depth study of some themes in Jewish philosophy, including the status of women in Jewish life, issues suCREATIVE WRITING IThe purpose of this course is to introduce you to the basic structure and elements of writing poetry and shortFILMMAKING IIIn this course students advance their filmmaking skills from beginner to intermediate. Students learn more in-FESTIVALS FROM A CHASSIDIC PERSPECTIVE IChabad Chassidus outlines various themes and motifs for each Jewish holiday and for each time period within thCREATIVE WRITING IIWelcome to “Introduction to Creative Writing - FICTION.” The purpose of this course is to introduce you to theMara LetterleMrs. Letterle is a Pittsburgh based vocalist and teacher. She holds dual bachelor degrees from Indiana UniversVOCAL ENSEMBLEThis course will introduce students to the vocal art and to the craft of ensemble singing through explorationsFESTIVALS FROM A CHASSIDIC PERSPECTIVE IIChabad Chassidus outlines various themes and motifs for each Jewish holidays and for each time period within tADMINISTRATIONDANCE IThis course is designed to introduce students to various genres of dance including ballet, jazz, and hip hop. Rabbi Eli RubinRabbi Rubin studied Chassidic literature and Jewish Law at the Rabbinical College of America and at Yeshivot iChani RosenblumMrs. Rosenblum has been on Shlichus in Pittsburgh for over 30 years, KE”H. For most of these years she has tauMUSIC THEORY AND COMPOSITIONThis course is designed for students who have little or no musical background. The course will provide basic kPHOTOGRAPHYAn introduction to basic concepts, processes and techniques of photography; including camera usage, exposure, Rabbi Choni FriedmanRabbi Friedman is the Rabbi of Bnei Emunah Chabad, a vibrant Shul and community in the Greenfield area of PittAmy SchulerMrs. Schuler is a mother of 4, teenagers to adult. She considers this her most significant role and the one thClick to watch "Tzohar Seminary Celebration" on YouTube!Tzohar Seminary is the only place in the world where young Jewish women spend a gap year