Dr. Lorry Black is a dynamic conductor, percussionist, composer, arts presenter, and Jewish music specialist whose work seamlessly blends performance, scholarship, and community engagement. A sought-after musician in both Jewish and secular circles, he has performed under legendary conductors such as John Williams, Alan Silvestri, David Newman, and James Conlon, in addition to recording for a diverse range of artists. As an arranger, conductor, and performer, Dr. Black has brought deep passion and expertise to synagogues across the United States. Committed to expanding the reach and impact of Jewish music, Dr. Black played a pivotal role as Associate Director of the UCLA Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience for 6 years, where he developed and led numerous groundbreaking programs. He served as Artistic Director for the 2020 UCLA American Jewish Music Festival and helped launch the Secret Chord Concerts, a Jewish music series now flourishing through the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. In 2022, he took the stage as a performer and presenter at the Ashkenaz Festival in Toronto, where he contributed to the production of a Yiddish opera and showcased his artistry as a mallet percussionist. Dr. Black currently holds the position of Director of Masa (Journey) Religious School at Temple Beth El in Bloomfield Hills, MI and continues to compose and perform around the country. Beyond his musical endeavors, Dr. Black finds joy in reading, fishing, and exploring the great outdoors—all alongside his wonderful wife, Nicole, and their daughter, Betty.