The Zamir Chorale of Boston is delighted to show its appreciation and gratitude to Larry and Jill Sandberg. Since 1973, Larry has not only sung tenor but served as a board member; concert, stage, and merchandise manager; and as interim executive director on multiple occasions. Jill, who joined the alto section in 1992, has been a loyal and gracious presence at the merchandise table and has contributed in countless other ways behind the scenes. We owe much of our success to the heartfelt devotion, commitment, and love that Larry and Jill have given over the years, and we are blessed to have them in our Zamir family.
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Jill and Larry,
Mazel Tov on this honor. You are always ready to help and be involved. You are very special people.
Sue and Ken Wolkon
Thank you for many years of working together.
Mazal Tov to our dear friends, Jill and Larry Sandberg, and to the Zamir Chorale of Boston. We will be delighted to celebrate with you on May 26th.
Zamru Achim Zamru!
Love,
Francene & Scott Sokol
Mazal Tov to very special friends. Our community is blessed with your beautiful voices, your caring efforts (down to the smallest details) and your support and encouragement for our activities (musical and social). You create beautiful moments of joy and harmony for us and the world, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
With joy and thanks I add my voice
to say there simply is no choice
but to honor with love Larry and Jill
to be in their circle is truly a thrill!!
Mazel tov to two wonderful people.
Mazel Tov, Jill and Larry! We are so appreciative of all the time and special effort you put into HaZamir and everything else you do.
Larry and Jill – I’m so happy you are being honored – you add so much to our Zamir Chorale of Boston. Thank you for sharing your hearts and love of music with us all.
Mazal tov!
Louise & Rick Treitman
Jill & Larry,
It speaks volumes of an organization when it recognizes the extra-ordinary people you are. Thank you so very much for all of the gifts and talents you so generously share with your communities! May you reap the blessings that you sow. Mazal Tov on this wisely considered honor!
with great affection,
Ellen & Howard Rothberg
Zamir would not be Zamir without Larry. Thanks to Larry, rehearsals and concerts run smoothly. We sound good and we look good. And we don’t make noise turning pages. And Larry provides recordings to ensure that our message is heard far beyond the here and now. And Jill has been a talented and devoted alto in Zamir for many years. And she has been a wonderful partner for Larry. Larry and Jill are a truly awesome couple. Yes, tenors and altos do mix! Mazel tov on this well-deserved honor for both of you!
-Josh and Ronda Jacobson
Mazal Tov, dear Larry and Jill, on this well-deserved honor! You add so much warmth, passion, and sparkle to everything you do, and all your love, hard work, and humor have made Zamir the family it is today. Can’t wait to celebrate YOU in May!!!
Love, Susan Rubin
I cannot imagine a world of Jewish choral music without the voices, skills, commitment and support of Jill and Larry.
Thank you for all you do. This honor is richly deserved!!!
Danny Freelander
Jill and Larry,
You not only are standard bearers of passion and exemplary dedication to the fabulous Zamir Chorale of Boston but you both are influential to the success of the entire choral movement in the United States. We marvel at your energy, your passion,your authenticity, and your caring ways! We feel very connected to you both and we are privileged to count among your friends and admirers despite the distance. Wishing you Mazel Tov on this well deserved recognition. May you both continue to go from strength to strength and may you always carry the music in your hearts!
Jim and Maxine
Dear Jill and Larry, what a wonderful contribution you have made over the years to Jewish Music. The honor is clearly deserved, and we wish we could be with you in person to celebrate you both.
Mazal Tov, Karen and Nate Beraha
We are blessed to have you as family and so proud of your efforts on behalf of Zamir – Jewish music and the Jewish continuity.
Dear Jill and Larry – Mazal Tov on the occasion of this wonderful and well-deserved honor, Todah Rabbah for your beautiful voices and all your behind-the-scene efforts to bring quality Jewish choral music to the world. — Warmly, Linda Sue and Richard Sohn
Thank you Larry and Jill for a lifetime of service and commitment to Zamir
A truly well-deserved tribute and recognition of all that Larry and Jill have contributed to the cause of Jewish Choral Music in so many ways. Susan and I wish you a huge Mazal Tov and many more years in good health and filled with lots of wonderful music – of course made possible with Larry’s expert sound enhancements!
From the day we together toured the new(ish) Supreme Court complex in Jerusalem I have valued our friendship, and always look forward to the time we are able to spend together at NAJCF, at HaZamir events, and hanging out in NYC or Boston. Mazal Tov to you both on being honored by the Zamir Chorale of Boston – so well deserved! I’m only sorry I can’t be there to celebrate with you in person – but you know I’ll be there in spirit!
Love, Freddie
It’s an understatement to say that this is a well-deserved honor, but I’m going to join everyone in saying it anyway. I am sorry that I cannot be there to celebrate with you in person, but will be sending good vibes and loving energy from Jerusalem. Mazal tov to you and to the whole Zamir enterprise on this occasion.
How wonderful to celebrate rate the devotion and dedication of two most deserving and extraordinary people! Mazel Tov Larry and Jill! May you know how blessed the Zamir world is because of you!
Mazal Tov to you both!!!! Thank you for everything you do for Zamir.
Love, Francine Ferraro Rothkopf
Larry….I could tell, in the early tenor sectional days, that this day would certainly come. It is overdue and well-deserved. And Jill, your passion for choral music is infectious. I love just watching how you sing. You actually FEEL the music. Whether with Zamir, Zachor, or working with Hazamir (and even Safam), the dedication you both bring to the game is unparalleled. Audio, video, uniforms, sheet music, usage permission, recordings, sales, risers, and so much more. Another organization would have many people on those tasks….and they would change every couple of years. The fact that you both have made this a life-long love-affair, with each other AND with the choirs, speaks volumes about the selfless champions that you are. MAZEL TOV!!
Mazal Tov on this richly deserved honor! Your passion for Jewish Choral music and your commitment to its promotion and preservation reach well beyond the borders of Boston. We, in the larger Jewish choral family, join in thanking you and celebrating you both!
With affection and appreciation,
Eleanor and Barry
With great joy, we add our voices in celebration of Jill and Larry Sandberg. We hope to be there with you!’
Renee and Steven Finn
Larry and Jill,
I cannot imagine Zamir without you. In countless ways, you step in and take care of things—how we turn the pages in concert, ensuring the merchandise table is staffed, reaching out to others with a practical tip or a kind word— and by doing so, you make a big impact! Thank you for all you’ve done, and continue to do! May you continue to “break forth into singing” with joy and good health for many years to come.
Mazel tov,
Heather and David
Mazal tov to two extraordinary people–you enhance our lives with beautiful words and delightful music. With abundant gratitude,
Gretchen Marks Brandt
Jill and Larry,
A true Zamir power couple who, in so many ways, makes the music happen.
Thank you!
May you go from strength to strength!
Susan Axe-Bronk and Peter Bronk
Zamir has benefited from Larry’s unparalleled devotion, hard work, and expertise while Jill’s beautiful voice and caring support have magnified the importance of this dynamic duo. We who have been involved with Zamir’s alumni programming are particularly grateful to Larry for all that he does to support our efforts.
Kol Hakavod, Larry & Jill, for this beautiful and well deserved tribute.
Thank you Larry and Jill for your devotion to Zamir.
We look forward to honoring you on May 26.
With gratitude,
Bruce and Mady Donoff
Mazel tov, Jill and Larry! You are the heart and soul of Zamir and I’m thrilled that you will be honored at this fabulous concert. I will always cherish memories of our Eastern European and Italy (and that wild Israel 2002) tours! All blessings and gratitude to you both,
Love,
Debbie
Jill & Larry Yakirim, From Sharon to Shushan your tikun olam through choral harmonies, nusah hatefilla, along with running wires and mikes everywhere is a genuine extension of skilled medical attention that benefits many individual and collective worlds! B’rav todot for doing it all by applying great talent, friendship, and love. Mazal Tov, Myrna and Hazzan Steven Dress
Congratulations on this wonderful honor, Jill and Larry! Hope to see you at the festival this summer! All the best, Susan Federspiel
Dear Larry and Jill,
Wow! You anchor Zamir Chorale of Boston. The Boston Jewish music world stands tall on your shoulders. Thank you, thank you for volunteering your talents. We all celebrate Jill and Larry. Zamru, with love and fondness, David and Karen Farbman.
With admiration for your your dedication to making beautiful music, and sharing it with our kids. Thank you!
Dear Jill and Larry,
Sooo thankful for all you do for Jewish Choral music! Mazal Tov on this well deserved honor!
To many more years singing and doing in good health!
Bobbie Sue
Mazel Tov on this long overdue and deserving honor. Accolades go much further than Toda Rabah. Your passion, unwavering dedication, and commitment to Zamir through the years has been beyond exemplary. Continue to go forward with strength as you generously share your time and talents.
Elaine Matisoff
Jill and Larry,
You are part of the essence of Zamir and you’re both at the core of my Zamir memories (ca. 1999 & 2000)
Mazal Tov,
Dan Rostan
Dear Jill and Larry, kol hakavod on this well-earned honor. Thank you for brightening the world with your music and quiet generosity. May you continue to share your voices for many years!
Mazzal tov to a most deserving couple for all you’ve done for Zamir and Jewish music.
Sue Levin
It’s an honor to honor you both! You are the heart and soul of Zamir and how fortunate we are to have your devotion, talents, and love.
Thank you!
Mazal Tov Larry and Jill!! Sending much love, joy and happiness.
Dear Jill and Larry,
Congratulations on receiving this most well-deserved honor, Zamir is most fortunate to have you as models for excellence, generosity, talent, committment and heart. My time spent singing.with and conducting you was inspiring.
May you go from strength to strength. I send a deeply heartfelt Mazal Tov. .
Caroll Goldberg
Mazal Tov to our dear friends Jill and Larry on this wonderful honor! May you both, as well as Zamir itself, continue to flourish for years to come.
Henry and Susan
Dear Larry and Jill,
Kol Hakavod on this richly deserved honor! Thank you both for your many years of warm friendship and for all you have done and continue to do to make Zamir flourish, thrive and sound so good!
Love,
Dan and Ruthie Birnbaum Pernick
From one Alto & Tenor couple to another, we are wishing you both a BIG MAZAL TOV on this well-deserved honor!! We are so sorry we can’t be there in person, but we surely will be there on Zoom to see and hear you receive all the cudos you deserve!! We have so enjoyed your friendship, from helping us from the airport to our hotel in Tel Aviv and later having dinner together on the beach near our hotel, to singing together on our 2018 trip with the ZCF, as well as enjoying your company at all the Choral Festivals we have attended. Cheryl was privileged to give y’all a tour of the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, and we both have enjoyed the Zamir Chorale of Boston CDs you so unnecessarily sent us as a “thank you” after that!! Have a wonderful evening later this month, and we can’t wait to see you the next time we meet!!!
Lots of Love,
Cheryl & Bill
Dear Larry and Jill –
Y’shar kochchem for your decades of effort on behalf of Jewish choral music.
Mazal tov!
MAZAL TOV, Jill and Larry!!!
As long as I have known you – which is a VERY long time – you have been the ones giving of yourselves in ways that nobody else can, with unmatched sincerity and passion, to bring out the best and elevate those around you. You are the hearts that beat beneath the surface and the golden thread that keeps it all together. While this is a special night for you – being in the spotlight you usually prepare for others – it is also a special opportunity for all of us who appreciate you to thank you for all you have done to enrich the Zamir Chorale of Boston, the Jewish choral world nationally, and the many offshoots (Zachor, Connie Lecture, etc.) which would not be here without your generosity and dedication. We salute you, thank you, and love you.
With admiration and gratitude-
Herbie
What would Zamir be without Larry Sandberg?
His sound engineer skills and managerial skills have enabled Josh to produce the best quality sound and music for the Chorale.
He has developed a special niche for himself in the organization. Because of Larry Sandberg, the musical quality of Zamir is continuously excellent and remains so to this day.
Everybody in Zamir must surely appreciate that Larry’s efforts and expertise have enabled Zamir to be a quality organization with a great deal to share on an intellectual and emotional level.
Thank you Larry and Thank you Jill for your efforts in merchandising Zamir products.
Larry and I go back many years. I had joined Zamir in the early 70’s and had enjoyed the privilege of becoming a friend as we shared so many wonderful rehearsal and concert experiences. Zamir owes a debt of sincere gratitude to this wonderful person. He has worn many hats over the years and it is partially to his credit that Zamir has continued to endure and thrive. Although I have not had the opportunity to get to know Jill well, I am grateful that your bond with one another has continued to include Zamir as a way to focus your talents and energy alongside one another. Thank you both and Mazel Tov on this occasion in your honor!
Dear Larry and Jill,
You are a very special couple, complementing each other in every way. A giant Mazal Tov on this well deserved honor and appreciation, Larry for the countless ways you contribute to the life of Temple Israel. Best wishes for good health, great music, much happiness and continued success. All the best, Harvey
Mazel Tov to both of you.
Jill and Larry — You are just the best. How lucky we are to know you! — Joel and Nancy Caplan
Larry and Jill – mazal tov on another much-deserved honor! Y’shar kochem to a worthy couple who give in so many different ways! You are blessing not only to the Zamir Chorale of Boston but to Temple Israel of Sharon and the greater Jewish community. – Michael & Tiziana Getz
Mazel Tov! It’s terrific that you’re being honored in this way–you have always given so much to the community (especially the music community). You guys rock!
Larry and Jill
You are the teachers of commitment, dedication and unity. You are Zamir and Zamir is you. May we all learn from your continuous giving and sharing.
Dear Jill and Larry,
Mazal tov on receiving this richly deserved honor. It has been a pleasure to know you since you singing days at Temple Emanu-El, ,Providence. The two of you have worked so hard, with such dedication, , in so many ways, some visible, some not. I will be with you on LiveStream. Thank you for all you have done, are doing, and I hope will continue to do.
Kudos, Yasher Koach, Mazel Tov to Larry and Jill on this honor! New England’s Jewish and musical communities are so much richer for your beautiful participation in them.
And to Larry in particular, thank you for all you have done to support Jewish choral music near and far, over many years. And thank you for your generosity and support over the years of Koleinu, Boston’s Jewish Community Chorus.
May you both continue thrive!
With fond memories of the days when you both sang in the Choir at Temple Emanu-El on the Yamim Noraim, to being members of the chorus when Jill starred in the Purim Spiel, we have enjoyed being part of your PROVIDENCE fan club. Fortunately, we’ve been able to attend many ZAMIR concerts in Boston and Newton, where you always greet us with warm hugs, and we always enjoy the wonderful music! It’s a pleasure to see your happy (and sometimes frazzled) smiles and to know that your dedication to Jewish music has only grown over time.
Best wishes for good health, great music, and happiness in all things. We hope you can continue to share your gifts with others for many more years!
Dianne & Marty Newman
Judy and Sam Greenblatt
Larry and Jill, Much congratulations on this well-deserved honor. You are both so giving–not only to Zamir, but to the people and other musical organizations that perpetuate the values we stand for. Larry–I can’t tell you how grateful I am for your many personal kindnesses, too. They start with your coming to the rescue when my host family ignored me at a Zamir event in Manhattan! When I joined the board, you went out of your way to make me feel welcome–and there’s been so much in between. You know, intuitively, what people need and are feeling and rise to the occasion. Jill–Though I have known Larry longer, I feel so very fortunate that you are in my circle now, too. Looking forward to many more years of us all enjoying celebrations together.
Larry and Jill – how good it is and how pleasant to give a tribute to both of you, for all that you have done with and for Zamir over many years! Chazak chazak v’nitchazek!
Sharon Gillett (aka Sharon E.G.)
Dear Jill & Larry,
Mazal tov on this well deserved recognition! Your contributions to and support of Jewish choral music prove a passion and commitment that inspire us all.
We are sorry we can’t be there in person to celebrate with you but look forward to seeing you this summer. Thank you for all you do!
Beth & Marty Aron
Dear Jill and Larry,
Thank you so much for everything you do for Zamir. Larry, I don’t know how we would even find our way to the stage without you! You make us look and sound better with your attention to detail. And Jill, I have enjoyed our friendship over the years – at rehearsals,on trips and at the NAJCF. Altos rule!
Thanks to both of you for all you do!❤️❤️
Phyllis Werlin
Dear Larry and Jill,
I can attest to the fact that you, Larry, have been a helper all your life. We have all benefitted from your generous nature for decades and are forever grateful for all you have given Zamir and more. I know that Jill has helped the helper and done much more. I wish you both the best. Enjoy this well-deserved honor.
Mazal Tov,
Joni and Mike Schockett
Jill and Larry,
There could not have been a more appropriate concert title, “A Better World”, that honors the two of you. Zamir Chorale of Boston is “A Better Chorale” due to the dedicated time you have given to it for all these years — each in your own way. May you enjoy many more years contributing your talents and helping create beautiful music and harmony to the Jewish choral world.
In gratitude for all you do — Mazel tov!
Mazel Tov on your well-deserved honor! Sorry I can’t be with you, but want to thank you for sharing your exceptional talents for so many years.
Ruthann Ruthfield
Larry and Jill: Speaking as someone who experiences Zamir from some 1600 miles away (Miami),
I am indebted to both of you for keeping the Zamir flame going strong! As a former TV producer, I know how essential the support staff is to a performer or group– and that is a role that I know
Larry has filled so well for so many years. And from what I’ve heard, Jill has also been an integral part of the team, both on stage and off.
I am proud to have known Larry even before he was associated with Zamir– from our days at Yavneh, which was essentially the birthplace of the chorus. May you both go “Me Chayil l’Chayil” and continue to make Zamir such a great organization and cultural gem.
Jack “Jackie” Kahn
Dear Larry and Jill,
Many congratulations on your honor. And many thanks for what you do throughout the Jewish community.
Janet Kolodner
Dear Jill & Larry,
Congratulations on this well deserved honor! I wish I could be there in person but thanks to the wonders of modern technology I will be watching the concert on Zoom.
Sending big hugs & lots of love,
Donna
Jill and Larry,
Mazel tov on this well deserved honor. Zamir has been such a critical part of your lives. You have given and received so much from this amazing organization. We’re sure this will be a beautiful night.
Sending Hugs,
Lori and Frank
Larry & Jill,
You two are SO deserving of this honor!
Both of you have been such an integral part of my life with Zamir. It has been an honor, a privilege, and a joy to share the music, the memories (and the risers!).
Larry – I will never, ever forget you reaching for my hand as we were singing on tour in Eastern Europe, knowing I needed your strength and support to make it through the performance. My eyes still fill with tears even now…….
You both have elevated the importance of Jewish music and community, and I join everyone in thanking you for your passion and dedication.
Much love on this wonderful occasion!
I’ll be tuning in from Chicago!
Love, Helen
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Dear Jill and Larry,
Congratulations on the much deserved recognition!
!!!מזל טוב, יישר כח ותודה רבה רבה על הכל
Esther and Eran Shorr
Dear Larry and Jill,
Thank you for your many years of friendship, and especially for all you have done for Zamir.
With “gladness of heart” you have each devoted your time and energy both on stage and behind the scenes, helping our singers share the beauty of Jewish choral music.
This honor is so well-deserved. Mazal Tov!!
Fondly,
Joyce and Michael Bohnen
Dear Jill and Larry,
Mazal tov on this incredibly well-deserved honor! Your voices have added such beauty to so many lives. Yasher koach!
Mindy Goldstein and Noah Horowitz
Larry and Jill,
We join in honoring you and recognizing the many ways in which you have contributed to the success of Zamir Chorale of Boston throughout the years. In addition to contributing your beautiful voices, you have dedicated hours, playing multiple roles throughout the years.
Thank you for enriching all of our lives with song and for being role models of meschlichkeit.
Mazal tov
Arnee and Walt
MAZAL TOV – a well deserved tribute to two wonderful people. Yasher Koach!
Larry and Jill,
A heartfelt Mazel tov to you both in this great honor recognizing you for decades of contributions to Zamir and the greater world musical community. Your relationship is one which is rich in so many ways. Your passions for Judaism and music have come together beautifully in your celebration of Zamir. Thank you for being communal leaders, examples to so many and for your abounding generosity.
Chazak, Chazak v’Nitchazayk,
Paul and Susan Davidson
Dear Larry and Jill,
You are the most deserving of honorees. We can’t think of anyone who more exemplifies a love for serious Jewish music, both as accomplished performers and as philanthropic benefactors. Your support of all things Zamir Chorale of Boston and the wider world of Jewish music, including our beloved HaZamir, is laudable and beyond extraordinary. We are so delighted that you are being celebrated this evening – MAGI’A LAKHEM – MAZAL TOV!!!
Love, Lynn and Brian
Dear Larry and Jill,
You, Larry, were always giving and supportive of Zamir in so many ways. This was a well deserved honor for you! Though I haven’t had the pleasure of knowing Jill, from what I have heard and read, you are a dynamic duo! May you be blessed with the strength to continue your efforts for our beloved Zamir!
Yasher Koach! A well-deserved honor, Am so proud of you both — stay healthy and keep up the wonderful work!