Music
Chazzan. Choir director.
Researcher.
Alongside my engineering career, I have been active in Jewish liturgical music for more than twenty years as a chazzan (cantor), choir director, arranger, and researcher.
I have led services and directed choirs in synagogues across the United Kingdom, the United States, and Israel, working within the Western Ashkenazi tradition.
I am available for engagements as a guest chazzan, choir director, arranger, and musical consultant.
Synagogue service
I have served as chazzan at the following congregations and as a guest in many others.
- Western Marble Arch Synagogue London, UK
- The Jewish Center New York, USA
- Congregation Ohab Zedek New York, USA
- Hampton Synagogue Hampton, USA
- Birmingham Central Synagogue Birmingham, UK
- WSIS
Shira v'Zimra
An archive of historic Ashkenazi synagogue music.
Shira v'Zimra (שירה וזמרה — "Song and Music") is a project dedicated to preserving and disseminating the Western Ashkenazi synagogue music tradition.
The project encompasses original recordings, arrangements, and educational content, made freely available through YouTube and other platforms. It aims to document a rich and sometimes overlooked repertoire, making it accessible to cantors, choir directors, and communities worldwide.
Watch on YouTubeEngagements
I am available for the following types of musical engagement.
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Guest Chazzan
Available for Shabbat, Yom Tov, and High Holiday services.
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Choir Director
Directing and training synagogue choirs and choral ensembles.
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Arranger
Arrangements of liturgical music for voices and ensemble.
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Musical Consultant
Advising on repertoire, programme design, and musical direction.