Dr. Jerry Glantz has recently published an amazing book about his father, Cantor and composer Leib Glantz: The Man Who Spoke To God. In this presentation, Dr. Glantz will speak about the uniqueness of Cantor Leib Glantz and the powerful influence he exerted on cantorial art and on cantors all over the world to this very day. Throughout the presentation, some of the famous recordings of Cantor Glantz will be played.

Jerry Glantz was born in Hollywood, California. He has served as an officer in the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) and has a B.A. in Political Science and Labor Economics, a Masters degree in Business Administration and a Doctorate in Political Science. He is currently a researcher and lecturer on Terrorism and Middle East affairs.