Musical Shabbat Gathering — A Signature Program of Shabbat with Friends NM.                                              

Our Musical Shabbat Gatherings offer a joyful way to experience Shabbat through the ancient folk‑singing traditions of the Jewish people. Shabbat with Friends (SWF) invites households to host Musical Shabbat Gatherings in their homes or in lovely venues across New Mexico. 

These gatherings create a unique spiritual uplift as participants join their voices around the Shabbat table, deepening connection in ways that feel both timeless and personal. Every event taps the ancient Jewish hospitality practices of sharing a festive meal, singing Jewish table spirituals, engaging in elevated conversation or Torah study, and building friendship and fellowship among the participants.  

A unique feature of Musical Shabbat Gatherings is the Oneg Shabbos Ensemble, a musical group that shares the melodic legacy of Sabbath folk songs sung around the table for centuries.  These musical traditions include:  

• Nigunim – Hasidic wordless melodies 

• Zemirot – classic Shabbat table hymns 

• Shirim – short scriptural or liturgical melodies 

• Shirei Am– folk songs from Israel and Jewish communities worldwide 

Some melodies feel familiar; others are spirited newer compositions chosen to uplift and inspire. 

All events are free, open to all backgrounds, and child‑friendly. Meals are typically dairy/fish potlucks.  

Pre‑registration is required. 

About this Musical Shabbat Gathering: 

ABQ,  Friday, January 23, 2026- 6:00pm Shabbat Dinner. 7:15 Shabbat Singing with Oneg Shabbat Ensemble.   

Shabbat Host: Farkas Family 

Pictured above: Shera Farkas with her grandchildren.