Yo Aisenstark - Sings EITZ CHAIM - Yeshiva Of Montreal Virtual Dinner 2020

When Montreal’s beloved and prominent musician, Yo Aisenstark, was called upon by his son’s yeshiva, he was confronted with a unique challenge. Usually Yo coordinates the music at the annual gala dinner which draws hundreds of locals and music is a big part of the program. This year, of course, the dinner was virtual. What could Yo do under those circumstances? He understood that he had to create an atmosphere with a song that spoke of the challenges of these past months but at the same time celebrated the support, the החזקת התורה of the parents. How better than to go back to the classic words עץ חיים היא למחזיקים בה וסומחיה מאושר, the פסוק that tell us that תורה is the tree of life. We can see how the children have come alive, how their Rebbeim and Morah’s phone calls have been oxygen for them over the last few months. The circumstances have given parents a new appreciation for the role that the Rebbeim and Moros play in the lives of their children. Which better song than this classic shul tune that is so powerful and evokes such emotion? Sometimes there is nothing better than an “oldie” to celebrate this message. Enjoy.