Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny
Co-Host of Temple Beth Am Podcasts
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny completed her cantorial investiture, rabbinical ordination, and a Masterʼs degree in Sacred Music at the Jewish Theological Seminary before joining the staff of Temple Beth Am in August, 2014.
Raised in San Diego, CA, she grew up with a deep attachment to the Conservative Jewish community. In 2008, Hillary graduated American University in Washington, D.C. with a B.A. in Jewish studies and a minor in vocal jazz performance.
After working as a Judaics instructor and music director in various Jewish communities and camps, Hillary pursued her dream of becoming a cantor. In time, she was inspired by her teachers and family to also pursue the rabbinate. She and her husband, Rabbi Daniel Chorny, met in Israel, and continue to enjoy learning together.
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny has hosted 168 Episodes.
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Shabbat Teaching: Mincha Noach 5786
October 18th, 2025 | 39 mins 34 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chonry's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 18, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorny
October 17th, 2025 | 19 mins
Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorney offers up short bursts of meditation infused with imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar, including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi-Cantor Chorney's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.
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Yizkor Sermon: “A Time to Seek Counsel; A Time to Tell Stories?”
October 14th, 2025 | 13 mins 48 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Yizkor Sermon on Shemini Atzeret at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 14, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat Afternoon Oct. 4, 2025
October 4th, 2025 | 36 mins 35 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 4, 2025
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Yom Kippur Sermon: "Nothing Stays, Everything Matters: On the Preciousness of Stuff "
October 2nd, 2025 | 18 mins 51 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Yom Kippur Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, October 2, 2025
(Youtube)
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Shabbat Teaching: Ki Teitze: Returning Lost Objects
August 30th, 2025 | 36 mins 14 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 30, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Siddur Class #175 - The Modern Era - A.J. Heschel - Part 3
August 26th, 2025 | 36 mins 18 secs
Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom - August 26, 2025
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Shabbat Teaching: Seudah Shlishit Re'eh 5785
August 16th, 2025 | 33 mins 40 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 16, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: “Shiva B’Oktober—Israeli Poetry in the Wake of Oct. 7”
August 2nd, 2025 | 25 mins 45 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, August 2, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Sermon: "Turn It Into A Story"
July 11th, 2025 | 5 mins 42 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 11, 2025.
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Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Balak 5785
July 5th, 2025 | 37 mins 19 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 5, 2025.
(YouTube/Zoom)
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Shabbat Teaching: Seudah Sh'lishit Beha'alotekha 5785
June 7th, 2025 | 37 mins 14 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, June 7, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorny
May 23rd, 2025 | 21 mins 21 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorney offers up short bursts of meditation infused with imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar, including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi-Cantor Chorney's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.
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Shabbat Teaching: Behar-Behukkotai Seudah 5785
May 17th, 2025 | 35 mins 26 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 17, 2025.
(Youtube)
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Shabbat Teaching: Shabbat Afternoon Acharei Mot-Kedoshim 5785
May 3rd, 2025 | 28 mins 33 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, May 3, 2025.
(Youtube/Zoom)
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Meditation and Mindfulness with Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorny
May 2nd, 2025 | 22 mins 19 secs
Rabbi-Cantor Hilary Chorney offers up short bursts of meditation infused with imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar, including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi-Cantor Chorney's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.