About
Rak Shalom, founded in 2005 at the University of Maryland, is one of the most dynamic groups in Jewish A Cappella. Determined to bring excitement and quality to our performances, we travel across the country and sing for both public and private audiences in a wide variety of venues and locations. Rak Shalom has a truly unique and diverse repertoire, which spans from American and Israeli pop to traditional Jewish melodies. We share our passion for music through captivating and intricate arrangements, and our engaging performances leave our audiences wanting more!
Awards
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
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