A Specialized Music Offering Within A New Song USA
A Program of Reflection, Identity, and Connection for Jewish Incarcerated Individuals
The Jewish Inmates Program is a specialized offering within A New Song USA designed for correctional facilities that serve Jewish populations or host Jewish chaplaincy programs.
It brings spoken word and music into the correctional environment through a lens that is culturally and spiritually familiar, while remaining accessible, respectful, and inclusive of diverse levels of observance and background.
This program is not separate from A New Song USA—it is part of the same mission, tailored for specific community needs.
Book This Specialized Program
If you are a chaplain, program coordinator, or correctional administrator seeking a Jewish-focused offering, you may request this program below.
👉 [Request Jewish Program Booking]
What the Program Includes
This is a live, in-person music experience adapted for Jewish audiences in correctional settings.
Duration: Typically 45–60 minutes (adjustable as needed)
Format: Live music performance
Tone: Reflective, grounded, and spiritually resonant
Audience: Jewish incarcerated individuals (and mixed groups if applicable)
Setting: Chapels, multipurpose rooms, or designated program spaces
Setup Requirements: Minimal and adaptable to facility constraints
What Participants Experience
The program is designed to create a space of:
Reflection on identity, choice, and personal growth
Connection to heritage, meaning, and inner resilience
Emotional grounding through music and storytelling
A sense of dignity, presence, and being acknowledged
It is not a religious service, and it is not denominational preaching—it is a reflective artistic experience rooted in Jewish cultural awareness.
Why This Program Exists
In many correctional settings, Jewish individuals may have limited access to culturally resonant programming.
This offering exists to fill that gap with a respectful, flexible, and meaningful experience that supports reflection and personal development.
It is designed to work alongside chaplaincy services and existing institutional programming.
Relationship to A New Song USA
This program is part of the broader A New Song USA mission.
While the main program serves all incarcerated individuals through spoken word and music, this offering provides a focused version for Jewish audiences when appropriate.
Both programs share the same foundation:
Reflection through storytelling
Music as emotional connection
Respect for the correctional environment
Experience & Background
A New Song USA programming has been presented in correctional facilities including:
SCI Coal Township PA, SCI Laurel Highlands PA, SCI Walmark PA
SCI Everglades FL, SCI South Bay FL
Rikers Island NY, SCI Wyoming NY, SCI Franklin, SCI Bare Hill NY
SCI Haynesville VA, SCI State Farm VA
As well as many more facilities across the USA
Programs are adapted based on facility needs and audience composition.
Who This Program Is For
This offering is intended for:
Jewish chaplains in correctional facilities
Program coordinators managing religious or cultural services
Facility administrators seeking inclusive programming options
Reentry and educational staff working with Jewish inmates
Request a Booking
To schedule this program, please provide facility details, audience type, and preferred dates.
We will respond with availability and coordination steps.
A Note on Purpose
This program recognizes that identity, culture, and reflection remain important in every environment.
It is designed to bring moments of meaning, connection, and calm into spaces where those experiences are often limited.
Contact
For questions or coordination: