Rinder, Reuben R., 1887-1966

Reuben Rinder served as the cantor of San Francisco's Congregation Emanu-El (1913-1959) and as its cantor emeritus (1959-1966). He discovered and promoted musical prodigies and liturgical works, as well as composing his own music. He founded the Society for the Advancement of Synagogue Music. He also participated in civic and religious community organizations including: the Salvation Army; the College of the Sacred Heart (a high school); the Music and Arts Institute; the International Institute for Service to Immigrants and New Americans; the San Francisco Theological Seminary; the Florence Crittenton Home; the San Francisco Browning Society; the Convocation of Religion for World Peace; the Jewish Education Society; the Community Chest; and the Ritual Committee of Emanu-El. In addition, he served as the chaplain of the Guild of Organists; taught in the College of Jewish Studies; prepared children of Eastern European families at the Esther Hellman Settlement House, in the San Bruno District, for confirmation at Emanu-El; and conducted many interfaith services.

From the description of Reuben R. Rinder papers, 1907-1966. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 84668996

From the description of Reuben R. Rinder papers, 1907-1966. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 743435899