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Subject: Choral music


Kol Zimroh: A Hymn Book for Temples and Sabbath Schools Kol Zimroh: A Hymn Book for Temples and Sabbath Schools

Published in Cincinnati, Ohio by Bloch in 1885, *Kol Zimroh* is a hymn book intended for use in temples and Sabbath schools, adaptable for choirs and congregational singing. The book includes traditional melodies and others composed or arranged by Morris Goldstein. It features settings for cantor, unison, four-part chorus, and organ, with English lyrics. This hymnal reflects the late 19th-century movement to revitalize synagogue music, emphasizing Jewish tradition while engaging contemporary musical practices.