Bar & Bat Mitzvahs
Trusted by over 200 families and chosen to train more than 600 DJs worldwide. Ari Gorfin combines world-class DJing with unmatched industry expertise to create flawless, high-energy celebrations.
B’NAI MITZVAHSWhy Families Choose Ari?
As a Jewish DJ and MC, Ari understands what a Bar or Bat Mitzvah means to the family. That difference shows in the room. He knows when to read a multi-generational crowd and shift energy. He knows how the ceremony portion should feel versus the party portion. He's done it for 25 years, and families in Connecticut have referred him to every friend in their network because of it.
✓ Full MC duties
Torah portion tributes, Hebrew blessings, candle lighting, party portion transitions, all handled with familiarity, not rehearsal.
✓ Mixed-age floor management
Kids, teens, parents, grandparents, all dancing at the same time. This is the hardest part of a Mitzvah. Ari has it down.
✓ Pre-event planning session
A dedicated call to build your family's custom playlist, ceremony flow, and party arc, before the big night.
✓ Custom candle lighting set
Songs selected with the family for each honoree. Coordinated and announced by Ari as MC.
✓ Open-format music
Jewish classics, contemporary hits, and dance floor staples, woven together so every generation feels included.
SERVICE DELIVERY PROCESS
From First Call to Last Dance
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Pre-EventPlanning Session with Your Family
A dedicated call to build your custom playlist, candle lighting song list, ceremony flow, and party arc. Ari comes to the event knowing your family's preferences — not guessing.
PARTY 02
Ceremony Torah & Blessings
Music and MC support through the ceremony — background processional, Torah portion tributes, and the transition into cocktail hour. Reverent, not stiff.
03
Atmosphere & Guest Management
Background sets that set the mood and keep energy building. Ari reads the room while guests arrive and settles in — before the main event begins.
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Grand Entrance, Hora & Dance Floor
The grand entrance, the hora, the first songs, and the transition into full dance floor mode. This is where Ari's mixed-age floor management becomes the thing every guest remembers.
Candle LightingCustom Songs · MC Announcements
Each honoree called up with their personally selected song. Announced by Ari with warmth and intention — one of the most emotional moments of the night, handled right
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Cocktail Closing Last Dance & Send-Off
The final arc of the night — building to a closing moment that feels earned, not abrupt. Guests leave talking about it.
✓ DJ & MC — both roles
✓ Pre-event planning call
✓ Custom playlist build
✓ Candle lighting coordination
WHAT’S INCLUDED WITH EVERY BOOKING
✓ Hora management
✓ Mixed-age floor expertise
✓ Venue coordination
✓ Full ceremony to closing
WHERE ARI PERFORMSConnecticut, Florida & whole US
Ari has been performing in Connecticut for over 30 years and is now based in Tampa Bay, Florida. Both markets are fully active. No travel fees within service areas.
Connecticut's most-referred Bar & Bat Mitzvah DJ for over two decades. Available year-round for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations throughout Fairfield County and beyond.
Now based in Tampa Bay with an active calendar of pool parties, weddings, and corporate events. Available for destination events throughout Florida and nationwide.
Let's Talk About Your Child's Big Day
book ariTell Ari about your event. He'll get back to you within 24 hours to confirm availability and walk through the planning process with your family.
Response within 24 hours: availability confirmation and initial questions
No pressure: Ari will tell you honestly if he's not the right fit for your event
Planning session included: A dedicated call with your family once booked
OR CONTACT ARI DIRECTLY203-410-4296
Available Mon–Sat, 10am–7pm