Sefirat Ha'omer: Music

Customs during the sefirah

Question

Am I able to listen to music on sefirah if it’s only for studying purposes? Many thanks.

Answer

Shalom!

Thank you for your question.

It is generally forbidden to listen to music during the Sefira period. However, it is permitted when it is done as "background music" if needed to help you concentrate..

Source

OC 493 and commentaries.

Azamra L'ishmecha Issue #47 footnote 1

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