Hazzan
（重定向自Chazan）
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A hazzan [χaˈzan] or chazzan (Hebrew: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, a term also used in Christianity.