Rabbi Joe Black

Rabbi Joe Black is a Denver-based musician, rabbi, and Jewish educator whose warm, folksy tunes have become staples in Jewish communities and beyond. Blending heartfelt spirituality with playful humor, his music often centers on Jewish themes, holidays, and values – think joyous singalongs about Hanukkah ("Eight Nights of Joy"), Hebrew alphabet bops ("Aleph Bet Boogie"), and reflective tracks like "Praying with Our Feet" that intertwine social justice with spirituality. A longtime favorite at Jewish summer camps, synagogues, and family gatherings, his work (including recent releases like "Sabbatical" and "Leave a Little Bit Undone") radiates inclusivity, often weaving English and Hebrew lyrics into catchy, guitar-driven melodies that appeal to kids and adults alike. When he's not writing music, Black serves as Senior Rabbi of Temple Emanuel in Denver, infusing his rabbinic work with the same upbeat, community-focused energy that defines his songs.