Music by Yehuda Mond
Unparalleled Leibedik. Uncompromised Ta'am.
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Unparalleled Leibedik. Uncompromised Ta'am.
Welcome Ateres Elka and Double Tree package participants!
Book Your EventMusic is my passion. Combined with >20 years of experience as a musician and singer, the almost-indescribable result is guaranteed to energize the dance floor and bring a stirring dimension to the dinner and kumzitz. The harmonies and expressiveness will add a degree of realism you will rarely hear from any other one-man-band.
"Your music made our simcha!"
Don't be surprised to hear a recently-released hit followed by a beloved classic. My fervent goal is to provide music with "ta'am" - taste, to which guests and family of all ages alike will enjoy listening. With an encyclopedic knowledge of music of different Jewish backgrounds, I can accommodate any style and palate of music to fit your personal taste. My bread-and-butter styles are Yeshivish, Sefardi, Chassidish, Chabad, Israeli, Traditional, and even Klezmer.
My philosophy is that the background dinner music, while tasteful and expressive, should be just that - background music. Even if you are sitting up close, you won't have to raise your voice to hear yourself above the music.
From helping you plan the event's structure, to ensuring smooth scheduling, to MC'ing your event (on request), I ensure your event will be as stress-free as possible.
My competitive all-inclusive rates truly mean you will receive Israeli Sound and New York Style at Baltimore Prices!
As a keyboardist and one-man-band, I have collaborated and performed with Avraham Fried, Yaakov Shwekey, Baruch Levine, Shulem Lemmer, Joey Newcomb, Lipa, Simcha Leiner, Yehuda Green, Eitan Katz, Uncle Moishy, among many others.
I am still waiting for the opportunity to play alongside Mordechai Ben David. If you arrange this, I will play your next simcha at 50% off. Really.
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There are many variables and expenses involved in a wedding. The hall, food, decor, clothing, photo/video. But none of those variables have an impact on the atmosphere and feel of the wedding as much as the music does. The music at the wedding is what shapes the event. It modifies the general mood at the reception and dinner. It sets the tone at the Chuppah and brings out the emotions fitting for this momentous time in the life of the chosson, kallah, and their families. Finally, the music during the dancing is what truly brings out the simcha, the exhilaration. At the end of the day, having a great musician(s) at the wedding will mean that you and your guests will be talking about the music and dancing the whole way home and for years to come.
Next time you're at a simcha, take notice: Not all bands and one-man-bands were created alike. At certain simchas, the music will start, and people will get up and dance because they are happy for the couple and want to fulfill the mitzvah of simchas chosson v'kallah. My objective while playing the dance sets is to give the guests no choice: My music should sweep you off your feet and keep you dancing until your face hurts from smiling, you are singing your heart out, and beads of perspiration are falling down your forehead.
Growing up in Israel, my foremost musical influences were the legendary standard-setting chasunah bands who played in their ruach-filled halls. I must say, that's where I caught the bug. At every wedding I attended, I was that kid watching the band intently (not just the drummer!). As a musician, I have my finger on the pulse of Jewish music and follow the newest musical and technological trends, and I blend the old with the new. While performing, I retain a tight connection with the crowd. Whether during the dancing or during the dinner, I keep myself closely in-tune with the crowd to adjust the music according to the mood.
With a combination of musicianship, repertoire, technology, and vocals, you can be sure that the music at your chasunah will make your special day as memorable as you can imagine.
"Thank you for doing an amazing job at our daughter's wedding. You were so easy to work with and can really feel the joy you have for what you do when you sing. Your powerful voice contributed to the success of our simcha and provided a meaningful experience." - S.H.
"Yehuda played at our wedding and it was fantastic. When we first met with Yehuda a few months beforehand to pick out the songs, we not only found him to very knowledgeable about a wide variety of melodies and dances, but he was also willing to learn our special requests. Yehuda is bright, engaging, friendly, and personable, and these qualities were a big part of the reason we picked him to do the music at our wedding. His musical skill and enthusiasm helped create an atmosphere that was fun for people of all ages; it was hard to believe that the sound and energy of an entire band was coming from one person! Everyone on the dance floor had a great time. Yehuda also did an amazing job at the chuppah and the reception before." - M.B.
A bar mitzvah is a special event, and far more significant than a 13-year-old birthday party. It celebrates the beginning of a boy's transition into manhood, as well as the accomplishments strides the bar mitzvah boy has taken, together with his family. I enjoy playing at every bar mitzvah as if it were my first, and form a connection with both the family and the bar mitzvah boy's classmates and peers. Furthermore, each bar mitzvah is special for the boy's friends and classmates as well. It is a true simcha, and should be approached with sensitivity. Unlike a chasunah, where the Chosson and Kallah's friends are mature adults, bar mitzvahs require additional attention and sensitivity.
If you're looking for a out-of-this-world "leibedik" first-dance and a pumping and rocking 2nd dance, you've certainly come to the right place! Doing the dances, I take my cues from the crowd to keep the pace and the dynamic. In addition to playing and singing the music with my signature touch, I engage the crowd when appropriate to ensure the evening retains its special atmosphere.
If time allows, I conduct a unique kumzitz. While the boys are in the circle, I consciously aim to engage all the boys as a group and impart the boys that part of becoming a man is learning teamwork, singing in one voice, and using such moments to connect with the Ribbono shel Olam.
As one 8th-grade rebbe put it:
"I have never before seen my students dance this much, and with so much excitement, at a Bar Mitzvah! Maybe we should invite Yehuda to come to our class every day"
"Unbelievable. You mamesh made the bar mitzvah. I wish I had ten more bar mitzvahs so I could hire you ten more times. It was so great the way you let kids sing, while you did your thing. Continue your good work!" - F.K.
"Yehuda was INCREDIBLE!!!!!!! There are not enough words to describe how amazing Yehuda was!!!!!! The music, the liveliness, the Energy he brought in the room transformed the Simcha!!!!!!!! Yehuda knew which songs to play, made sure everyone was included, got the boys on track when necessary- he is UNREAL!!!!!" - S.H.
When you attend a simcha, it's nice to hear a lot of the new, recently-released songs mixed in with the oft-played classics. But sometimes, you feel like something's missing: The music of yesteryear. I have an extensive repertoire and I try to incorporate older musical gems into the simchas I play.
My motto is: Good music has no expiration date.
In addition, I have a wide repertoire of classic Sephardi music, and can play an entire simcha with nothing but Chabad niggunim.
"Yehuda's music was such an integral part of our son's Bar Mitzvah. He played the appropriate music at the appropriate times, he followed the lead of the boys/group, and took the lead when necessary. He was professional, competent and a pleasure to work with. I would wholeheartedly recommend him for a simcha!"
- Helaine Brenner
"You were amazing at my son's Bo Bayom last night! You picked great music and you have a wonderful voice and you really enhanced our simcha. You played the right choice and volume of music both during the meal and during the dancing. Both the men and boys present really enjoyed listening and dancing to your music and you really added a special leibedig element to the affair. The women really enjoyed listening too! Thank you so much for everything!"
- Liz Rothstein
"Yehuda did a terrific job at my daughter's Vort. He was great to deal with, played all the right songs and people danced up a storm."
- Tzvi Friedman
"Yehuda just played for my sons bar mitzvah and was fantastic. The music was just what the boys wanted and the second set was even stronger than the first, and the first was awesome. The boys really had a great time and our family enjoyed the music as well. Thank you so much for making our simchas si wonderful!"
- Andrew Sunger
"Yehuda Mond was the perfect finishing touch to our sons Bar Mitzvah. Thank you- you did a great job. IY"H by our other children!!"
- Miriam Singal
"Yehuda did a beautiful job playing at the Ner Yisroel 81st Annual Dinner. Simcha Leiner came down to sing at the event and Yehuda was his choice of who should play keyboard while he sings. Their song choices were perfect and everyone truly enjoyed the evening. People even stayed at the dinner later than they have in the past to be able to hear Simcha and Yehuda. I have dealt with Yehuda at many different events and am very comfortable stating that his musical skills are only matched by his smile and easygoing nature. I look forward to working with him in the future."
- Eli Greengart - Ner Yisroel
"Yehuda, I just wanted to thank you for the wonderful job at our son Yehuda's Bar Mitzva. Your muscial and vocal talents, a real understanding of your audience, and your positive and cheery disposition, made the eveing very lebidike!"
- Boruch Neuberger
"Our friends think Dr. Yehuda Mond lives here - he is the center of all of our parties! His music is upbeat and always appropriate for our crowd. He smoozes easily with all - children to grand Bubbies. He is totally reliable and gives his all. We recommend him without reservation for your simcha."
- Devorah Rivka And Shlomo Gelfand
"An awesome person indeed, Yehuda did an absolutely amazing job at my Bar Mitzva, taking his job all the way through. He would play by my school's events ever since I could remember, and everybody loves and appreciates him and his talents."
- Schulman
"Yehuda We really enjoy your music by our son Dovid Boruch's Bar Mitzvah. It made our simchah very special. Keep up the great job !"
- Michoel Keidar
"I just came home from a chasuna in Lakewood. During the meal portions of the event I was barely able to hear the person next to me talking and my ears were ringing for 15 minutes after I left the hall. It made me once again appreciate the wonderful job you did at Dovid Asher and Mirel's chasunah in April. The music was lebedig and added tremendously to the simcha. At the same time it was not overwhelmingly loud so that everyone could enjoy the music and the good company at the same time. Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
- Shimon Katz
"Thank you very much for the outstanding music that you played at our son's bar mitzvah. It was such a beautiful Simcha and the music and dancing were wonderful. The choice of songs could not have been better, and we were so happy with how the music enhanced the Simcha. Your philosophy is correct - the music is the most important part of a simcha and your pleasant voice adds a special "ta'am." It was truly a pleasure to work with you and we have much Hakaras Hatov."
- Mordechai And Tami Hyatt
"WOW!! There are NO words to describe the incredible difference you made to our son Shalom's Bar MItzvah! Besides the great, leibedig music and the palpable ruach you generated, you were SUCH a mentch! You took the time to make Shalom feel extra special, and treated the (K"H large) family so well! Your ever-present smile, and easy going spirit, despite the "scary" steps at the venue, were a pleasure to behold. Every part of our dealing with you was easy, upbeat and you really made Shalom's Bar Mitzva exactly what he wanted! Thank you, thank you , thank you! May we only share simchos! With tremendous hakaras hatov, the Steins"
- The Steins
"Yehuda, That was an incredible performance you gave at our son's Bar Mitzvah. The boys in the class appeared to have heard you play before, (we later found out that you had played at several of the previous class Bar Mitzvos.). Our family and relatives were wowed by the ruach, and had the time of their lives watching the boys dance energetically to your music. The music, for the dancing, and the background for seudah was the highlight of the Bo Ba yom. Thank you for making our simcha so special and memorable."
- David And Yehudis Rochel Novice
"You did a beautiful job at our daughter's Bas Mitzvah. It was a real pleasure working with you and your level of professionalism was very much appreciated. Everyone truly enjoyed the music; it added such a level of simcha to the event. You were able to produce exactly the feel that we requested. We look forward to working to gather in the future."
- Ariel Lutch
"you did an amazing job at our son's chaim bar mitzvah.everyone enjoyed the music so much,it was so leibedik!!the songs and music were perfect. Thank you & much hatzlacha. Yitzchak & miriam Yair"
- Yitzchak And Miriam Yair
"My son insisted that he COULD NOT have his bo bayom without Yehuda Mond. So, before we booked the caterer, the hall, or anything else- we booked Mr. Mond! And we were not dissapointed! Mr. Mond helped make our bar mitzvah extremely leibidig and the boys enjoyed every second of it. The kesher that Mr. Mond has developed with the boys is truly special and enhances the simcha. Thank you Mr. Mond!"
- The Meyers
"We could not have been happier with our overall experience with Yehuda Mond. Yehuda Mond's music was wonderful and made our simchas Bar Mitzvah so fun for everyone, especially our Bar Mitzvah bachur. He also gave us good guidance before the event as to what schedule works optimally, and was patient with all of our questions. Thank you and much hatzlacha!"
- The Bernsteins
"I am thrilled to share about our experience with Yehuda at our sons bar mitzvah. To start, the reason we chose Yehuda was because our son had been to many Bar Mitzvahs and according to him the ones where Yehuda Mond played were the most leibedig. And that is certainly true. Yehuda knows how to get the kids going, playing all the right songs at all the right times. He know when to get them seated and when to get them jumping! A pleasure to deal with, punctual, friendly, and most of all, extremely talented."
- The Oratzs
"We couldn't be more happy with our choice to have Yehuda play at our sons Bar Mitzvah. You rocked the house, the kids loved it as evidenced in the lebidig dancing, and we got great unsolicited feedback from our guests. Thanks so much and you should continue being mesameiach with your music for years to come."
- The Firestone's
"We really enjoyed having Yehuda Mond play at our son's bar mitzvah. The boys (and adults) really danced up a storm and had a wonderful time. It was so lebedik which enhanced the whole simcha! Yasher Koach and thank you!"
- Statfelds
"Yehuda performed at the festival on June 7, 2015. He was fantastic. The people were standing and sitting and listening to his music. Some of them were even up and dancing. He played for 1 hour and 45 minutes straight without stopping. I would not hesitate to have him back."
- Baltimore Jewish American Festival
"My son insisted that he only wanted Yehuda Mond to play at his bar mitzvah. He was great! His music helped pace the evening and even got the kids involved in a "kumzitz" at the end. Great music and terrific singing, too! Thank you!"
- Roffman
"Yehuda played at our wedding and it was fantastic. When we first met with Yehuda a few months beforehand to pick out the songs, we not only found him to very knowledgable about a wide variety of melodies and dances, but he was also willing to learn our special requests. Yehuda is bright, engaging, friendly, and personable, and these qualities were a big part of the reason we picked him to do the music at our wedding. His musical skill and enthusiasm helped create an atmosphere that was fun for people of all ages; it was hard to believe that the sound and energy of an entire band was coming from one person! Everyone on the dance floor had a great time. Yehuda also did an amazing job at the chuppah and the reception before. We look forward to seeing him again by many Simchas, b'ezras Hashem."
- Chip And Rachel Hanna
"Yehuda's music brought our son's Bar Mitzvah celebration to a level of simcha and beauty that was beyond what many of our guests had ever experienced. Yehuda's choice of music, knowing when to play what songs, his sweet voice and demeanor where a perfect mix. He also led a moving kumzitz where the boys really bonded and shined. Many guests from across the globe (literally) said that they have never been to a more beautiful and moving Bar Mitzvah in their life. We credit Yehuda for the atmosphere which his music provided. Much hatzlacha in everything! Looking forward to the next time!"
- Krawatsky Family
"Absolutely amazing.. He made my sons bar mitzvah very Laibedic.. Not only did he made the our simcha more beautiful. He was an amazing person to deal with!!!!!!"
- Ben Balakhani
"Many people complimented us on Yehuda's music, singing and style. He paced everything perfectly, and knew how to get the boys into it. his song choices were just right. A major part of making the bo bayom so enjoyable."
- Chaim Spero
"We were so glad Dr Mond was able to be there at Shmuel's Bar Mitvah since he and us wanted him so much. He was as easy and pleasant to work with as he is talented and leibedik. Thank you Dr. for adding so much to our simcha."
- Yeshaya & Shoshana Berzon
"Dear Yehuda Déjà u ! Last year you were amazing by Shimon Aryeh's Bar Mitzvah and now by Ezriel's. The evening had so much simcha. The music was tasteful, upbeat with all the latest songs. The dancing was so lebidik. A memorable simcha. Wishing you much hatzlacha and hoping that you could play at Matisyahue's Bar Mitzvah, coming up before we know it."
- Zvi Schwartz
"It is now three days after Yosefs Bar Mitzva and we are still on a high from the simcha. The music the liveliness, the synergy between you and the boys, the song choice and the kumzitz at the end were nothing but WOW! However....i wonder if this WOW experience could have been achieved without the complete dedication and desire to create a unity amongst our people.A unity through music and song. This achdus can only be achieved when one has the proper intention and selflessness for others needs. Thank you Yehuda for sharing your talent and spirit with us. May you continue to give to others in whatever path your life takes. By the way...when adked to rate his Bo Bayom Yosef said It was a "10"."
- Leeba Braun
"Yehuda was absolutely amazing! He knows how to run the whole Bo Bayom between the music, speeches, courses, and dancing. He gets the boys into it and they love him. All the boys were excited to hear that he was playing and the kumzitz was beautiful. He is a pleasure to work with as he is so easy going. Thank you for enhancing our simcha!"
- Jeff & Tzipora Cohen
"What an incredible job! Yehuda gave the simcha an incredible flavor! So leibitig, professional, and Yehuda is a pleasure to deal with. Two thumbs up!"
- Yojo Morgenstern
"Yehuda was a pleasure to deal with and a tremendous asset who enhanced our simcha! He engaged the boys throughout the evening and was able to adjust to changes seamlessly when they arose. Our son specifically requested that Yehuda play for his bar mitzvah, and after experiencing his music for ourselves we completely understand why! Now our next son wants us to reserve Yehuda for his IY"H!!"
- Moshe And Malkie Sandhaus
"Thank you Reb Yehuda! The music really made the difference at our simcha. You're extremely talented and have a great understanding of both children and adults which made you a pleasure to interact with throughout the night. The music was top-notch and the overall service was impeccable! Yasher koach!"
- Itzkowitz Family
"Thank you so much!! Yehuda was a pleasure to work with from the moment we began discussing the wedding up to and through the entire event. He was graciously accommodating of all our requests and played beautifully. I would certainly recommend him for all events large and small!!"
- Mordechai Bates
"Thank you for the fantastic job you did at Meir's Bar Mitzvah last night. It was really amazing! You had just the right amount and the right choices of music - for the dinner, the dancing, and that fantastic kumsitz. You really got the boys into it, playing all the latest exciting songs. It was a pleasure working with you! Thank you for enhancing our simcha!"
- Adam & Adina Rishe
"The best decision we made was having Yehuda Mond play at our son's bar mitzvah. From start to finish he was a pleasure to work with. He's responsible, courteous and most of all incredibly talented. The boys had an amazing time and we plan to make having him a priority at future simchas."
- Rivkah & Yosef Horowitz
"Thank you for providing the spirited music and creating a simcha filled yet classy atmosphere for our son Eitan’s Bar Mitzvah last week. The selections you played were appropriate and so perfect! One of the highlights of the evening that remains with us is the beautiful impromptu kumzitz led by you that had Eitan and his friends locked arm in arm. That moment among many others, especially the dancing truly warms our hearts. Wishing you all the best as you continue to spread Simcha."
- Eli & Rochel Robbins
"Yehuda was the perfect choice for our son's bar mitzvah. He knew what to play to get the boys dancing with fun and lebedik music. He was courteous and aware of every change and need in the crowd. He was a real pleasure to work with!"
- Shimon And Blimi Barkin
"Yehuda: Thank you for doing an amazing job at our daughter's wedding. You were so easy to work with and can really feel the joy you have for what you do when you sing. Your powerful voice contributed to the success of our simcha and provided a meaningful experience. I highly recommend Yehuda your simcha."
- Shana Harris
"Yehuda was INCREDIBLE!!!!!!! There are not enough words to describe how amazing Yehuda was!!!!!! The music , the liveliness, the Energy he brought in the room transformed the Simcha!!!!!!!! Yehuda knew which songs to play, made sure everyone was included, got the boys on track when necessary- he is UNREAL!!!!"
- Sima Holland
"Thank you! Your beautiful music truly elevated our simcha! The dancing and the kumzitz were lively and uplifting. What a zchus to be such a part of so many simchos! Thank you!"
- Gil And Molly Horwitz
"Very professional and pleasant to work with. Yehuda was on time, organized and knew exactly when to begin playing music, what to play, and what to say to keep our son's bar mitzvah moving in the right direction. Our son's friends really enjoyed the dancing so much. Our relatives from NY and NJ were extremely impressed with Yehuda's work."
- Reva Smith
"Yehuda Mond was exactly the right musician for our son's recent bar mitzvah. He understands what music adds to a simcha and how to inspire the boys to dance with the joy and respect that the event deserves. You can rely on Yehuda to understand the timing and pace of your simcha and to create a dignified atmosphere. We are excited to use Yehuda again for our future simchos."
- Daniel Rose
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- Aaron Peck
"Yehuda was so excellent; we are still enjoying the memories of the hartzigeh tunes that allowed the chasuna to be so beautiful. We had so many guests thanking us for allowing them to talk with each other during the meal and not be overpowered by the volume of the music. He guided us on how to accomplish that. He also understood exactly how to provide a style of music that matched the desired feel of a batampte chasuna without the modern styles that we asked him to avoid. He is a clear professional musicsian and we are so happy we used his musical talent for our son's chasuna."
- Yochanon And Henni Stein
"Yehuda was a pleasure to work with and the music at our daughter's wedding was amazing! Really appreciate how easy he made everything, how much input we were able to have in the song choices and how he kept the dancing moving."
- Langer
All Jewish music from 1900 to the current day, including Yeshivish, Chassidish, Carlebach, Sephardi, Chabad, and Klezmer; plus Israeli, English and instrumental standards. My repertoire also includes the cutting-edge latest in Chassidic/Yeshivish music from the most recent popular albums and songs being played at simchas in Israel and the tri-State area.
Absolutely. I will work with you every step of the way before and during your event to make sure that the music is customized and tailored to fit your style and musical preferences.
Absolutely. I have worked and continue to work with many well-recognized singers in the Jewish music world. As a trained musician who works both as a one-man-band and band keyboardist and leader, singers with whom I have worked enjoy working with me and find it to be very similar to what they are used to.
In the past, I routinely traveled to play events outside of Maryland and around the U.S. Currently, I no longer play outside of Maryland, DC, PA, and VA due to my family and professional obligations.
If you are planning to have mixed dancing at your event, I can play the event; however, in accordance with halachic authority, I cannot provide musical entertainment for the planned (or unplanned) dancing with no gender separation.
No – the time period for which I'm hired is the time I'm playing music plus breaks. To illustrate, if you hire me from 6 to 9 PM, I will arrive some time in advance to set up, start playing at 6 PM, and finish playing at 9 PM.
All the 1st-dance material was painstakingly programmed by me. My 2nd-dance styles are bought from a professional programmer and studio owner in E"Y who sells the most up-to-date sound on the scene. I currently use a Korg PA5x, typically paired with the renowned Nord Stage 4 for fuller sounds and better sound access.
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