Six13 - A Wicked Chanukah

Nun, gimmel, hay, and... Shiz? That's right! Because what would a Six13 Chanukah be without combining our traditions with the hottest cultural phenomenon or a classic masterwork? We're thrilled that this year, they're one and the same. While this isn't first time we've covered the genius of Broadway composer Stephen Schwartz or the vocal mastery of @ArianaGrande, we're beyond excited to take on the musical juggernaut that is WICKED!

The parallels between their story, the ancient one we celebrate, and the ongoing struggle we endure today -- fighting against the odds, overcoming oppression and vilification -- are not lost on us. We hope you'll find this just as meaningful. Chag Sameach!

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Want to SING THIS AT YOUR CHANUKAH CELEBRATION or SCHOOL PROGRAM? Print out our "Wicked Chanukah" SINGALONG SHEET with all the lyrics, right here:

All Six13 songs are created with nothing but the human voice.

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Anchored by a strong Jewish identity and driven by a mission to connect Jews around the globe with their heritage through music, professional Jewish a cappella group Six13 are the originators of today's Jewish a cappella sound. They've performed to rave reviews at the White House for Barack and Michelle Obama, and ten of thousands more at synagogues, religious schools, JCCs, fundraising events, B'nai Mitzvah and private affairs alike. They’ve appeared all over mainstream media, been cited by Billy Joel and Bruno Mars, received numerous awards for their eight best-selling CDs, been selected as finalists for casting in NBC's "The Sing-Off", and garnered more than 20 million views online.

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Based on the music from the Broadway musical and motion picture "Wicked":

0:00 Intro
0:08 "Defining Destiny" ("Defying Gravity")
1:00 "Defiant Maccabees" ("Defying Gravity")
1:43 "Chanukah" ("Popular")
3:10 "Defining Destiny" (reprise)

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CREDITS

Music and original lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
Six13’s lyrics by Lior Melnick, Nathaniel Ribner, Mike Boxer, Elliot Olshansky and Josh Sauer
Arranged by Mike Boxer
Recorded by Six13
Edited by Jeff Eames
Mixed by Ed Boyer
Mastered by Eric Scholz
Cover art by Lior Melnick
Produced by Mike Boxer
 
Video filmed, directed, edited and produced by David Khabinsky, Daled Studios
Makeup by Katie Scarlett
Prop coordination by Nathaniel Ribner
Costume coordination by Marissa Sauer

Glinda: Stephanie Israelson
Elphaba: Arielle Flax
Glinda kids: Ruby Boxer, Mila Fradlis and Ari Boxer
Elphaba kids: Max Boxer, Ethan Fradlis and Jordana Lefkovitz

Special thanks to Hashem, our loving families, all our incredible audio and video production staff, our alumni, our amazing fans, all of our music teachers, Tzippy Hiller (100 times over), Joseph Savetsky, Teaneck Jewish Center, Marissa Sauer, Rachel and Noam Weinstein, Shira Boxer, Joanna Halpert, Elana Lefkovitz, Adele Dazeem, and of course, Glinda and Elphaba.

Six13 is:
Mike Boxer | Eitan Hiller | Lior Melnick
Chaim Moskowitz | Craig Resmovits
Nathaniel Ribner | Josh Sauer | Mordy Weinstein
 
(c) 2024 Six13

#Six13 #Wicked #chanukah #defiantmaccabees

[melodieholton]

After the attacks in my country against one of our own Synagogues (Melbourne) I really really needed to hear this uplifting tune this year. Thank you. Once again, I am amazed and in awe of your talents.

[deborahbayer]

"No enemy that is or was is ever going to bring us down!" Your best ever Chanukah song. Wonderful 🩷💚

[artbya]

Writing here from Israel with tears streaming down my face. Thank you!❤

[Hellodali]

I ❤this. If not now, when? We need to be proud of who we are and that we stand for all people. That’s the difference. It’s about life not about death. Thank you for this special edition for Hanukkah.

We need to stop letting antisemitism become a social norm because it’s simply hate and wrong and it needs to be called out as such. Happy Hanukkah. Let there be light to each and every home.

[zevilowenberg]

There is so much power in our shared history and our Jewish identity - I wish more people would hold space for that. Am Yisrael Chai, Happy Hannukkah!

[abbaschild]

Chag Sameach Hanukkah! Am Yisrael Chai from the USA 🇺🇸❤️🇮🇱

[jackiewalsh]

Oh my goodness that was beautiful. I’m not Jewish but I stand with all my Jewish brothers and sisters to wish you all a happy Holliday!

[someguyonli]

No terror or Antiochus no enemy there is or was, is ever gonna bring us down!!! Tears my friends. I have tears.

[carlaphoenix]

This is wonderful !! I'm one of your non-Jewish fans. This brought me to tears. A happy and blessed Hannukah to you and your families. 🕎

[stardustamor]

I went into this expecting a silly, maybe slightly campy Hanukkah parody but that first line clearly proved me wrong. Well done, as always. It's going on my Hanukkah playlist

[williamreed]

Shalom and Happy Chanukah to everyone!!! 🕎 This is one of the most creative and greatest short medleys of songs from a popular musical I have ever heard in my life!!! The lyrics are truly Amazing!!! The voices are beautiful and blend well!!! Very musical and moving!!! A Huge Thank You to everyone who helped to create this video, it certainly made my day and I hope it goes viral!!! This video is certainly, in my opinion, one that is worthy of going viral!!! It will also help to educate many people who have no idea as to what Chanukah is all about!!! Thank you…thank you….thank you all!!!!

[zivaltman]

Honestly, I was shocked at how good this version was. The combination of the lyrics with the vocals. WOW! Amazing.

[joycechalfin]

I have tears. Gulp.
Happy Hanukkah my fellow Tribesman, and our friends and supporters.
Am Yisrael Chai!

[heatheramyprice]

this video is gonna be popular! I LOVE this one!!! You guys are GREAT! All the best to you and your families this Channukah--- thanks for the smiles!

[thrillscience]

This is no exaggeration— it was so beautiful I cried, and I’m a 62 year old man.

[chardom]

So cute! This is so up lifting and beautiful! Our country is still at war and it's really heartwarming to know that we got friends across the sea! Thank you. Amen! Am Israel Chai!

[CarlaDr.B-uq]

Oh my goodness! I'm crying!! Thank you! And happy Hanukkah to everyone! By this year bring peace.

[evilkelly]

This is beautiful and it brought me to tears of great joy with regard to how we have endured and overcome so many unspeakable events, but it also brought on tears of deep sadness and grief regarding our current situation. I have absolutely no doubts that we will continue to endure and that we will bring this war to an end as quickly as possible, not just our own sake, but for the sake of all the innocent peoples who are being made to suffer by the heinous actions of a minority of aggressors. May our commitment to remembering our collective history continue to bolster our already incredible strength and tenacity when it comes to triumphing over tragedy.

[ArthurRex]

I'm not even Jewish and I love this so much. Keep it coming, boys. You all have amazing talent.

[AresVishnu]

I’ve been a fan for many, many years. I’ve listened to all your songs so many times. This, this is the best one yet. I showed it to my wife and we both cried. Thank you