This CD not only makes use of the typical Messianic style, but also delves into Messianic music al a contemporary. Evelyn’s upbeat, joyful songwriting is very evident in her first recorded offering to the Lord. From the soulful ballad, to the rhythmic driving beat that will get your feet tapping and hands clapping, “I Thirst For God” will make a welcomed addition to your Messianic Music collection.

I have chosen a few songs to sample for you to listen to. I know you will enjoy listening as I did.

The first song sample is entitled “Yeshua Adonai”. This song was co-written by Evelyn and Ralph Finley. Every knee shall bow, every tongue confess, Yeshua Ha Mashiach Adonai. What more could be said? The proclamation that Yeshua is Lord put to a catchy, hand-clapping rhythm will bring you to your feet, wanting to dance before the Lord. It’s just one of those songs. There is a good cover by husband and singer Keith in this and other songs on the CD. My wife Shirley and I are a ministry team in music. I can tell you that when a husband and wife share in music ministry, the Lord places His anointing upon the praises and worship lifted up to Him. I pray that Evelyn and Keith continue as a team, and that their tents may be enlarged in this area.

The second song sample entitled “In Messiah”, displays the tender side of Evelyn’s diverse songwriting skills. Based upon Romans 11, Evelyn has woven this wonderful Bible verse with a beautiful melody, creating a song that is sure to leave you with holy goose bumps.

The third song sample that I have chosen is written by Evelyn and husband Keith. “Israel Shall Be Saved”, also inspired by Romans 11, will leave you so glad that you know Yeshua! What a faith-building song! This one is one of my favorites on the CD.

I must say, after listening to “I Thirst For God” I have been left waiting for the next CD. Soon Evelyn, Please! Todah!

Biography

Evelyn is a 31 accountant. She lives in Washington, DC with her husband Keith and their three daughters, Autumn (8), Summer (5), and Winter (4). She was brought up in the Baptist church by two believing non-Jewish parents.

Evelyn became a believer in 1995, along with her husband. Evelyn’s recent discovery that she is of Jewish decent has given new dimension to her music and ministry. Her biological mother, who did not raise her, was born of two Jewish parents. The call for Evelyn to return to her Jewish roots has taken on a deeper meaning. . All the members of Instruments of Righteousness make up Klezmer Soul. They will be working on their first klezmer CD very soon. Lawrence is 17 years old and a graduating senior at Ets Chaym High School in Gaithersburg, Maryland. He plays guitar and bass for Instruments of Righteousness and Klezmer Soul. Tom is 41 years old and is a graduate of John Hopkins University Medical School. Tom is the group’s drummer. Before Evelyn became a believer, she wrote and produced secular music. When she came to faith in Messiah, she gave away all of her music equipment and did not write or sing for years. She and her husband became involved with a Bible study group that was teaching from the book of Revelation. It was in that study where they felt a strong call to return to their biblical Jewish roots. Soon after that they became members of Ahavat Yeshua Congregation in Washington DC. After about 6 months of fellowship at this congregation, God began to move upon Evelyn in a powerful way. He opened up the floodgates and began to fill her with songs to overflowing. She is currently a part of the worship team at Ahavat Yeshua where she sings, plays piano, and writes some of the songs for praise & worship. She is also the lead singer and pianist for Klezmer Soul.