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We had the incredible honor of having Cantor Garfein as our wedding officiant, and we can’t imagine anyone else bringing the warmth, depth, personalization, and love that she did to our ceremony. From the very beginning, Cantor Garfein showed an extraordinary commitment to making our day unique and reflective of who we are, both as individuals and as a couple. She made the journey all the way from New Orleans to New York, not only bridging that physical distance but truly connecting with us on a personal level. She took time to get to know our story, our values, and the diverse traditions that make our interfaith family so special. It was clear that her work went far beyond a script; she created a one-of-a-kind ceremony that felt intimate, meaningful, and inclusive of all our loved ones. Cantor Garfein’s dedication was evident in every step of the process, from her thoughtful preparations to her graceful delivery. On the big day, the weather threw a few challenges our way, but she commanded the ceremony with such poise and professionalism. Rain or shine, she remained focused on making the ceremony as beautiful as possible, guiding us and our guests with her calm and comforting presence. Her words were powerful and her ability to connect with everyone in the attendance was remarkable. Our family and friends were moved by the heartfelt, custom ceremony she crafted for us, and we’re still receiving compliments on how unique and touching the experience was. Cantor Garfein gave us a wedding ceremony that not only reflected our love story but also embraced the richness of our faiths and families in a way we’ll never forget. She made our wedding day unforgettable, filled with love, joy, and true reverence. We cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone looking for an officiant who cares deeply and wholeheartedly dedicates herself to making each couple’s day genuinely perfect. We feel beyond grateful to have shared this moment with her.
– NICK NAVARA & ANABELLE SOLOWAY
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I can’t imagine our wedding without Cantor Garfein. We came from different levels of observance and from the first meeting with her she provided gentle guidance on helping us create a Jewish wedding ceremony that was unique to us. She helped us incorporate Jewish traditions we liked, and helped us feel comfortable with what the ceremony would look like. We especially appreciated her taking the time to read through our vows before the big day to make sure they were similar in length and content, something that we were concerned about! She has a beautiful voice and truly took the time to get to know us as individuals and as a couple. We received so many compliments on the ceremony and truly couldn’t have done it without her help, guidance and support! Thank you for all your help leading up to and on our wedding day!
– Sarah R. and Michael S.
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Cantor Garfein helped us create a beautiful and intimate ceremony that was custom made for us. She was incredibly flexible and responsive to every question, from the wording of our Ketubah to the best glass to break. Her remarkable calm on the wedding day helped to neutralize the chaos when several of our guests were stuck in an elevator right when the ceremony was set to begin! Oy. Our wedding, officiated by Cantor Garfein, was spiritual, musical and soulful. It was pitch perfect. Of course!
– LISA AND MARC C.
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Congregation Beth David of Amenia, NY was treated to the most wonderful cabaret style event on Sunday October 23rd. The glorious voice, charm and personality of Rebecca Garfein thrilled everyone present. Her accompanist on the piano, Bob Egan, added fabulous energy and rich sound. They are truly a special team. Thank you and we look forward to a return engagement.
– Bil Ehrlich, President
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We were in need of someone to officiate at my Mom’s funeral. We were so fortunate to be connected with Cantor Garfein. When I spoke to her by phone as we were planning the funeral, I was immediately comforted by her words, her warmth, and her interest in learning about my mother. I knew that we could not have been more blessed to find her at a time when we needed comfort and compassion. Cantor Garfein’s officiating of the funeral was beautiful. She was just as kind and caring in person as on the phone. Her voice is magnificent and her chanting of the prayers touched all of us there. I am sure that any life cycle event will be enriched by her presence and her participation. She was a gift to my family and we were so appreciative of her kindness. We highly recommend Cantor Rebecca Garfein.
– Joan Fishman
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We used Rebecca for our wedding in January of 2022 and she was wonderful! Leading up to the wedding Rebecca was always very responsive and helpful. We were able to met with her several times and she truly put us at ease about how things would run in our interfaith wedding. Rebecca was very knowledgeable and sensitive with blending our two cultures together. After our ceremony we received nothing but compliments! If you are looking for not only an extremely talented cantor but also a kind, genuine, and passionate officiant you found the right person. We highly recommend Rebecca to make your day as special as she made ours!
– Elisabeth and Jason
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I have known and loved Rebecca since I was a child in the Rodeph Sholom children’s choir in New York City. She has always been such a special energy in my life, so when I became engaged I immediately thought of her to be the one to officiate our wedding. She brought all of my guests to tears with her incredible voice and her sweet stories of the two of us from years past. The ceremony was so heartfelt and genuine and oozed with love. I am so grateful for Rebecca on so many levels and I love her deeply. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a beautifully heartfelt wedding ceremony.
– Amanda Burwasser