Creating collaborative, inspired מקומות קודש Mekomot Kodesh
(Spiritual, holy spaces)
of inspired learning
creative collaboration
imaginative storytelling
לֹא עָלֶיךָ הַמְּלָאכָה לִגְמֹר, וְלֹא אַתָּה בֶן חוֹרִין לִבָּטֵל מִמֶּנָּה.
“You are not obligated to complete the work,” “But neither are you free to abandon it.”
-The Talmud








Jewish Communal Leadership
Imaginative Storytelling
Connected, soul-stirring musical innovation
Interfaith/Interreligious Dialogue
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Sacred Sparks Ensemble: an ensemble of emerging Jewish musicians exploring the musical possibilities within Jewish liturgical traditions through concert gatherings of original compositions. Empowering the next generation to engage deeply with text and spiritual, musical expression.
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Sulam Musical Collective Co-Creator and Facilitator
Co-created and developed a musical collective helping local Chicago Jewish musicians to develop new Jewish music, focusing on composition, musical arranging, and performance. Gained expertise in sheet music engraving, recording techniques, and artistic collaboration. Contributed to the creation and presentation of original works through a series of immersive sessions, culminating in a public concert of new music.
Musician at Mishkan Chicago (2023-Present)
Creates musical, spiritual experiences with a team of musicians for Shabbat and the High Holidays.
"Mishkan is a spiritual home for Jews and non-Jews of a multitude of backgrounds and experiences, intentionally creating a welcoming and inclusive Jewish community for people who have not been represented historically in synagogues including interfaith couples and families, disabled people, Jews of Color, LGBTQ+ people, people in different family constellations, single people, and spiritual seekers."
Nachshon Project Undergraduate Fellow
Selected to participate in a cohort of young leaders from diverse Jewish backgrounds to explore career and leadership opportunities in the Jewish professional industry.
"Emma Jacobson is an accomplished student leader, advocate, and performer dedicated to empowering others in creativity, Jewish education, and spiritual expression.