About

Rak Shalom is the University of Maryland’s premier Jewish a cappella group, founded in 2005. Blending contemporary pop, Israeli hits, and traditional Jewish melodies, Rak Shalom brings a unique sound that celebrates Jewish culture and community through music. The group performs across the East Coast and beyond, sharing harmony and ruach everywhere they go. They share a passion for music through captivating and intricate arrangements, and engaging performances that leave the audiences wanting more!

Awards

2025

Northeast Hillels A Cappella Competition

First Place

Audience Favorite

Best Arrangement: Tov Lehodot

Best Female Soloist: Jamie Eisner and Liv Herman

2020

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

First Place

Audience Favorite

Best Soloist: Rachel Robin

2018

Philadelphia Jewish A Cappella Competition

First Place

2017

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

First Place

Audience Favorite

Best Soloist: Daniela Nagar

Best Beatboxer: Noah Bar-Shain

Ilu Finu Arranging Competition

Second Place Friday Night Arrangement: Noah Bar-Shain

Most Prayerful Arrangement: Noah Bar-Shain

2016

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

Second Place

Best Soloist: Ryan Sevel

Best Arrangement: Noah Bar-Shain, Avi Eisenstein, and Daniela Nagar

2013

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

Third Place

2012

Kol Haolam National Collegiate Jewish A Cappella Championship Competition

Best Beatboxer: Jordan Savitsky 

Check out our mix from the 2025 Northeast Hillel A Cappella Competition!

Listen to our newest album “grounded”

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