A hazzan χaˈzan or chazzan (חַזָּן ħazzān, Yiddish khazn Ladino hassan) is a Jewish musician, or precentor, trained in the vocal arts who helps lead the congregation in songful prayer. In English, this prayer-leader is often referred to as cantor. ==Shaliah tzibbur== The person leading the congregation in public prayers is called the sha... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hazzan