# A Cantor's Seder > Interactive Passover Seder guide with traditional texts, melodies, and recording features. (iPhone/iPad app by John Kiehl.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-cantors-seder/id509568753 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [John Kiehl](https://appshunter.io/developer/489971243) - Category: Books, Music - Price: Free - Rating: 3.70/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 233 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2012-03-16 - Data updated: 2026-08-03 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-cantors-seder/id509568753/reviews.md ## What is A Cantor's Seder? Why is this app different from all other apps? A CANTOR'S SEDER instantly teaches the rich musical tradition that is essential to creating a Passover filled with both joy and true meaning. Afraid that you don’t even know where to start? Are the relatives who remember every word and song sadly missing this year? This vibrant new app brings a complete experience of the Pesach evening meal, the retelling the Passover Story. The basic elements of the Haggadah are available here in both Hebrew and English. The text can be read aloud by the family, or hosted by Cantor Emanuel C. Perlman's recorded reading — and singing — of the traditional texts and melodies. Some of the features of A CANTOR’S SEDER: •Traditional Hebrew text is seamlessly translated into English at the touch of a button. •The ability to customize the length of the Seder if young children are present. •In contrast to other Passover apps, a traditional book format that replicates the experience of leafing through a Haggadah. •The Four Questions, typically recited by the youngest family member, can now be recorded directly into the app and saved for posterity in an audio scrapbook in the app or transferred to iTunes. •State-of-the-art professional sound quality from Soundtrack Recording Studios, a world renowned New York City recording studio A CANTOR’S SEDER captures the great musical tradition that has forever given this holiday such enduring meaning. Cantor Emanuel Perlman, lyric tenor, has just retired after 20 years as the Hazzan of Chizuk Amuno Congregation in Baltimore, Maryland. Dubbed by talk show legend Larry King as “a combination Caruso and Mel Torme”, Hazzan Perlman has performed both the classics and his own original compositions throughout the world. ## Key features - Hebrew and English text translation - Customizable Seder length - Traditional book format - Recordable Four Questions - Cantor-led readings and songs - Audio scrapbook feature ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-cantors-seder/id509568753/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Abridged *2013-02-03* It's not a full Haggadah its an abridged version if that's what you want it's very good ### 5/5 — A cantor's Seder *2012-04-08* I love this. Thank you. ### 4/5 — Good but not 100% missing some songs at the end *2012-04-07* Everything worked great but it is missing the songs after the 4th cup. Missing are: Nirtzah, Ki Lo Naeh, Echad Mi Yodeah, Adir Hu, and the famous song Chad Gadya is also missing. ### 1/5 — Looks great. No audio track. *2012-04-06* Really wanted this to work but installed 2x on two different ipad models and cannot get any audio. All other apps with audio on both machines work perfectly ### 2/5 — No sound *2012-04-02* Cannot get the sound to work, please help me to fix it. ### 5/5 — A Cantor's Seder - A perfect blending of Tradition & Technology *2012-04-01* Virtually a perfect mix of text, audio and Hebrew/English. The reading of the text is so well done that it might encourage some to listen to the reading of this Haggadah and not recite it personally. The choice of Cantoral Rendition or Traditional Rendition gives depth to the service. Another feature is the easy switch between English and Hebrew. The developers are willing to answer questions and are very helpful. This App is so wonderful that it our plan to gift this to all participants so that for the first time in our family's history we will all be reading from the same page - literally if not figuratively, It is our hope that this edition of the Haggadah will be enhanced and upgraded over the years and will become part of our Passover tradition. ### 5/5 — Excellent *2012-03-31* Every aspect of the Seder here.. This is a great teacher and motivator. ### 5/5 — A Cantor *2012-03-30* What a wonderful and enjoyable learning tool! This app adds a deeper understanding of the preparation for Seder and a "voice" to our Seder. ### 5/5 — THE FUTURE IS HERE. THE PAST IS PRESENT. THE PRESENT IS ETERNAL. *2012-03-30* Astonishing. The sound. The Cantorial tradition. The commentary. The execution. I am a high fidelity, Golden Ear Audiophile. The quality of the singing on all accounts is simply stunning. John Kiel, a multi Academy Award Laureate, rendition of this APP garners highest praise. Its full assessment and value will only be rendered in the future. We are not as of now able to fully assess its full impact and value. The quality of Cantor Perlman's voice and the authentic Cantorial musical tradition he channels is staggering. At last, ordinary families can experience a transcendent, thrilling Seder at home. To hear this APP, even by those who have spent a lifetime in the field, is to be deeply thrilled. For all others who care about their Seder, this will change your life. Most importantly, the presence of this APP is a paradigm shift in the convergence of the technical scientific and the religious ritual polarities that once seemed unbridgeable. Matzah is not only the Bread of Affliction. Most who observe the Passover Seder are afflicted by a poverty of musical tradition and scholarly insight. I am not judgemental, just relating facts. I am also taking poetic and mystical license. Over the past 2000 years of Exile, Diaspora, and persecution, Jews were relegated to four cubits of spiritual poverty. Thus the Passover Seder that is observed at home by caring and well meaning families were simply denied a Spiritual Presence that shines with Splendor of Seven Suns. The repeated and critical hearing and reading this APP, still in progress, simply reaffirms the conviction and awareness of the majesty, nobility, and divinity of this APP. ### 5/5 — A cantor's Seder *2012-03-30* This app is amazing and couldn't come at a more perfect time of the year with Passover just a few weeks away.It is beautifully designed and intuitive to navigate. This is a fantastic innovative learning tool for anyone eager to lead or become more familiar with different parts of a Seder. Plus, its explanations and thought-provoking commentary can be adapted for discussion at the Seder table. I can see reviewing "A Cantor's Seder" in preparation for Passover year after year - it is sure to become a classic. ## Frequently asked questions about A Cantor's Seder ### What is A Cantor's Seder? A Cantor's Seder is an app designed to teach the musical traditions of Passover. It provides the Haggadah text in Hebrew and English, along with recorded readings and songs by Cantor Emanuel C. Perlman to guide users through the Seder meal. ### Can I customize the Seder length with A Cantor's Seder? Yes, the app allows you to customize the length of the Seder, which is particularly useful if young children are present. This feature helps make the experience more manageable for families. ### How does A Cantor's Seder handle the Four Questions? A Cantor's Seder allows you to record the Four Questions directly into the app. These recordings can be saved as an audio scrapbook within the app or transferred to iTunes for posterity. ### What devices support A Cantor's Seder? Currently, A Cantor's Seder is supported on iPads. It was released on March 16, 2012, and the latest version was updated on April 9, 2020. ### Is A Cantor's Seder suitable for all ages? The app has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for children aged four and older. Its content focuses on religious tradition and music. ### Does A Cantor's Seder have ads? No, A Cantor's Seder does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any ads. ### What is the user rating for A Cantor's Seder? A Cantor's Seder has a rating of 3.7 stars based on 3 user ratings. This indicates a generally positive but mixed reception from its users. ### How often is A Cantor's Seder updated? The app was last updated on April 9, 2020, with version 2020.03.27. While the initial release was in 2012, this indicates it has received updates over time. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2020.03.27 — 2020-04-09 Upgraded app to accommodate latest iOS. ### 2.00 — 2013-03-19 The ability to record and playback family performances of "The Four Questions" has been greatly expanded -- and yet simplified. Performances of Hodu and Chad Gadya (One Little Goat) by Hazzan Perlman have been added to the haggadah, as well as numerous historical footnotes from Rabbi Moshe Schualy. The "Custom Seder" feature, which allows you to bookmark pages in the haggadah, has been improved. And, a more readable font has been chosen for all the english text. ### 1.21 — 2012-04-07 -- 1.21 -- Critical bug fixes. Some audio files were not properly playing. This should fix most audio issues. -- Version 1.2 -- Added 18 beautiful illustrations Added feature to record child singing the 4 questions Bug fixes, aesthetic additions. -- Version 1.1 -- Thanks to everyone who has purchased A Cantor's Seder! We have been working nonstop to make this app as amazing as possible in anticipation of Passover. New Features include: - Custom Seder mode: Customize your own seder by selecting the chapters you want to include. - Settings: Customize your experience by choosing a page transition type, and the page turn direction you prefer. - Help: Want to learn how to use the app? It's easy, just tap the '?' in the upper left hand corner. - Tap the edge of the screen to navigate pages as well as swiping. ### 1.2 — 2012-04-06 -- Version 1.2 -- Added 18 beautiful illustrations Added feature to record child singing the 4 questions Bug fixes, aesthetic additions. -- Version 1.1 -- Thanks to everyone who has purchased A Cantor's Seder! We have been working nonstop to make this app as amazing as possible in anticipation of Passover. New Features include: - Custom Seder mode: Customize your own seder by selecting the chapters you want to include. - Settings: Customize your experience by choosing a page transition type, and the page turn direction you prefer. - Help: Want to learn how to use the app? It's easy, just tap the '?' in the upper left hand corner. - Tap the edge of the screen to navigate pages as well as swiping. ### 1.1 — 2012-03-29 Thanks to everyone who has purchased A Cantor's Seder! We have been working nonstop to make this app as amazing as possible in anticipation of Passover. New Features include: - Custom Seder mode: Customize your own seder by selecting the chapters you want to include. - Settings: Customize your experience by choosing a page transition type, and the page turn direction you prefer. - Help: Want to learn how to use the app? 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