JUNE 8 • 2023 | 13

W

hen crafting the set-
list for their upcom-
ing concert, “
An 
Afternoon of Ahavah: Featuring 
the Temple Trio,
” at Temple 
Israel on Thursday, June 15, at 2 
p.m., Emma Trivax, along with 
fellow performers Dan Iwrey 
and John Bogdan, made it their 
priority to encompass a wide 
range of love. The trio aimed 
to incorporate various types of 
love songs, from romantic and 
friendship to the love between a 
parent and child.
“We wanted to cover all 
those bases in selecting pieces 
for the performance,” Trivax 
explained. “So, people can 
expect a wonderful mix of 
these different themes. We 
have lively, upbeat songs as 
well as slow, romantic melo-
dies. Alongside well-known 
classical pieces from Phantom 
of the Opera and songs from 
Wicked, we also have some less-
er-known contemporary com-
positions that we’re excited to 
share. Ultimately, our goal is for 
everyone to feel the love.”
Part of Temple Israel’s 
Thursday concert series, this 
event is presented in con-
junction with the Caring 
Community and is free and 
open to the community. The 
concert will be live-streamed 
on the Temple Israel website.
“We have poured our hearts 
into this performance, and 
we hope everyone can join us 
to experience it,” Trivax said. 
“We’re thrilled to bring this to 
the community.”

While Trivax, Iwrey and 
Bogdan are familiar figures in 
the Temple Israel music scene, 
this concert marks their first 
official performance as a trio. 
Trivax and Iwrey will provide 
the vocals, while Bogdan will 
showcase his piano skills.
“While we have performed 
together to some extent during 
Friday night services, this will 
be our first time as a trio,
” 
Trivax shared. “We’ll be focus-
ing exclusively on secular music, 
and, once again, our aim is to 
ensure that everyone feels the 
love.
”
While reservations are not 
required, those interested in 
bringing larger groups are 
encouraged to contact Kari 
K. Provizer, LMSW
, ACSW at 
(248) 661-5700, to facilitate 
appropriate planning. 

Enjoy ‘An Afternoon of Ahavah’ 
with the Temple Trio.

Feel the Love 
at Temple Israel 
Concert

Emma 
Trivax

235 S. Old Woodward Ave.
Birmingham, MI 48009

248.385.5960 | www.sundanceshoes.com

Thank you for FIFTY tremendous years. 
We wouldn’t be here without your 
continued loyalty, support & love.

Please join us Thursday, June 15th - 
Sunday, June 18th and enjoy 20% off 
regular priced merchandise.

