Zeda's Beat Box is an interfaith rock band that sets ancient Hebrew text to the deep groove of reggae and modern dance music. The band performs in both temples and rock music venues around the St. Louis area.
Zeda's Beat Box was formed in January of 2007 by Dave Simon, the founder of Dave Simon's Rock School. Simon has written new compositions under the guidance of Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose, Rabbi Dr. Neal Rose, and Cantorial Soloist Sharon Nathanson of Congregation B'nai Amoona. Lyrics are set in new English text as well as segments of Hebrew text derived from the Jewish Friday night Shabbat service.
To build the band, Simon recruited four teenagers who participate in Rock School's All-Star Band program. The All-Star Band program is for musically advanced teens that can play their instruments at a semi-professional skill level. Zeda's Beat Box is:
Dave Simon-guitar and vocals
Claire Holohan-bass guitar
Ely Thayer-drums
Elliot Liebman-guitar and vocals
Chris Lowery-keyboards and vocals
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KDHX Ska's The Limit Winter Ska-liday Party Saturday December 29 @ Off Broadway - St. Louis featuring MU330 Murder City Players The Kickbacks Zeda's Beat Box
