Rabbi Avraham Arieh Trugman is the director of Ohr Chadash, a non-profit educational organization serving English-speaking students enrolled at various universities and other short- and long-term programs in Israel, as well as immigrants and native Israelis. Ohr Chadash provides a wide range of programming in an open, joyous, non-coercive and spiritual atmosphere, where participants are able to explore Judaism at their own pace. Programs include classes, lunch and learn, concerts, Shabbatons, home hospitality, leadership training, seminars, tours, counseling, and social action projects. Ohr Chadash combines heart and mind and caters to each participant's needs, providing a home away from home for students and maintaining strong relationships for years to come. Ohr Chadash has organized and participated in programs for tens of thousands of students, and with the inspiration and skills these students learn they return to their home communities eager to take leadership roles. Many students return to Israel and the bonds become even stronger. Through its educational networking Ohr Chadash reaches tens of thousands of people on a regular basis. The Trugmans have appeared at Shabbatons, holiday programs and have taught classes in over forty cities worldwide Once again Avraham Arieh Trugman is accompanied by these great musicians: Shlomo Katz * Nachman Solomon * Sruli Solomon * Tamar Attias * Yitzchak Attias * Raz Hartman * Ben Katz * Yonaton Niv Merkavah means “chariot”. Music is a vehicle for deep spiritual experience that has the power to enlighten, heal and bring joy and peace of mind. These ten original compositions from Rabbi Trugman are accompanied by dulcimer, violin, flute, piano, acoustic guitar, percussion and mandolin, as well as uplifting vocal harmonies. The songs include a wide range of styles and a number of very innovative musical forms not heard in any of the previous Ohr Chadash musical endeavors. The songs range from beautiful instrumental arrangements to Chassidic tunes, songs set to verses from Jewish prayer and the Psalms and inspiring meditative melodies. A unique musical experience for mind, heart and soul!