Many boys also read the weekly Torah portion, having studied it in advance with a cantor or scholar experienced in reading the Torah. |
In my parish, I'm a cantor and choir member, and I really enjoy singing and leading the congregation in song. |
Synagogue services can be led by a rabbi, a cantor or a member of the congregation. |
Look around a synagogue when a cantor offers a new tune for prayer, and both sides of the debate will become apparent. |
The ceremony is begun by the priest, assisted by a cantor or church choir that sings the responses. |
Unison congregational responses alternate with vernacular stanzas sung by a cantor. |