Lorena Garay is a multi-award-winning Puerto Rican guitarist renowned for her expressive performances in classical, Spanish, and Latin guitar.
A graduate of both The Hartt School at the University of Hartford and the Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico, she has earned numerous honors throughout her career for her outstanding musicianship.
As a sought-after soloist and the bandleader of the award-winning ensemble Surcari, Lorena blends technical excellence with heartfelt artistry, creating vibrant performances that captivate audiences and add elegance, energy, and cultural richness to every event.
"I cannot thank you enough for the beautiful music you performed at our wedding! You made it so special and I have received countless comments on how much everyone just loved you! Waiting for my entrance and hearing you play Canon in D then hearing you start my music was one of the most memorable moments of the whole day.
You have such talent and play such beautiful music. If we ever have another occasion to do so...we will definitely be contacting you again...and will of course recommend you to everyone! Thanks so much again for being a huge part of our special day! It was such a pleasure meeting you."
"Lorena is a fantastic musician, but beyond that she brings an intense joy and humanity to her performance that is perfect for such an intimate and deeply meaningful occasion."
"As a musician, Lorena has a versatility that allows her to respond to the different moods of the occasion while maintaining the integrity of her performance. She gauged her performance to match each part of our celebration. During the ceremony, her solo pieces were the perfect compliments to the simple but stunning beauty of the location and the intensity of the moment. Throughout dinner, her music was unobtrusive but exquisite, wending its way into the pauses between conversation. As the reception progressed, the guests became increasingly engaged with her music, and she responded to their enthusiasm with more lively pieces."
