Echoes of Persia: Journey Into The Heart of Persian Jewish Culture

Through ancient chants, poetic piyutim, and timeless Shabbat melodies, explore how music preserved Jewish identity across centuries in Iran and beyond. Blending live examples with rich storytelling, this inspiring program brings a vibrant tradition to life. A selection of Middle Eastern bites will be served.

Cantor Donna Azu
Cantor Donna Azu has served Temple Shalom in Naples, Florida since 2010. A dynamic worship leader, educator, and performer, she directs the adult choir, teaches all ages, and oversees the B’nai Mitzvah program. Raised in a Persian Jewish home in California, her work reflects a global approach to Jewish life. She holds a Bachelor of Music from California State University, Long Beach, and was ordained at Hebrew Union College’s Debbie Friedman School of Sacred Music in 2010.