♪ Chai Notes ♫

Hofstra's Only Jewish Singing Group

Chai is the Hebrew word for life.

(The CH is pronounced as in Johann Sebastian BaCH).

The Chai Notes is the only Jewish singing group on campus.  They perform Jewish, Hebrew, and secular music.

Do you want to sing out with the Chai Notes?  Please contact Alexandra Fox at afox7@pride.hofstra.edu, or like us on facebook.  

In Fall 2012 Chai Notes will rehearse in Monroe Hall on Tuesdays 7:30-9:00PM.  Please contact Ali Fox if you'd like more information.

Presenting: The Chai Notes  

Allie Fox

Signing Group Leader

Email: afox7@pride.hofstra.edu

My name is Allie and I am one of the two founders of Chai Notes. I am a junior, studying music history with a vocal performance concentration and Jewish studies. My life-long dream is to one day become a cantor. I have really loved every minute of being a part of Chai Notes. It’s been so great becoming friends with all the girls and making Jewish music together J

Becca Corrigan  

I’m Becca and I am a junior at Hofstra, majoring in early childhood and elementary education as well as creative writing. I am a Colorado mountain girl, living on adrenaline. I love hiking, biking, climbing mountains, and anything else outdoors. I love to sing and have been singing in the shower ever since I can remember. I have a crazy addiction to Parmesan cheese and jalapeños (not together of course) and love to experience new things and travel! I am so excited to be part of Chai Notes and cannot wait to sing more!  

Jess Grip 

Hi, my name is Jess Grip and I'm a sophomore at Hofstra studying English education. This is my first semester in Chai Notes and I'm so excited to be singing with such a talented group of girls!

Jenn Grod

Hi I'm Jenn and I am from New Jersey. I am a sophomore Broadcast Journalism major with a double minor in theater and political science. I love to sing; especially in Chai Notes! I am also an active member of Hillel and I am a member of WRHU 88.7-Radio Hofstra University.  

Sophie Krall 

My name is Sophie Krall and I am a Junior at Hofstra University, studying public relations and music. I am very involved in extracurricular activities such as Chai Notes, Alpha Phi Fraternity and PRSSA. I love to sing whenever I can and I love being a member of the Chai Notes!

Alex LoPinto

Hi my name is Alex LoPinto. I am a sophomore at Hofstra University and joined Chai Notes last year! I have gotten so close to all the girls in Chai notes and have loved being apart of something that reaches out into the community. Chai notes has really brought out my "true-Jew". 

Dani Paticoff 

Hi I'm Dani Paticoff. I'm 19 years old and a sophomore at Hofstra University. I'm from Jericho, New York. I am a voice major with a concentration in music history. I love to sing, play guitar and write music. I also love the Chai Notes! We sing Chai & Low ;-) 

Melody Torkian

Shalom! :) My Name is Melody Miriam Torkian. I am an active member of the Chai Notes a capella group at Hofstra University. I am a so called "Long Islander" from Great Neck, New York. And, I am a freshman with an undecided major. I have always been passionate about the arts/music and music has always played a big role in my life. I love to sing and play the piano on my spare time. Interestingly, my name "Melody" speaks for what I love to do most and identifies me as a true performance artist.

Praise for Chai Notes