Cantor Chayim Frenkel

I had the privilege of knowing Ami, of blessed memory, for the past thirty years. My father, Hazzan Uri Frenkel z'l, was a very dear friend and colleague of Ami's, who realized the gift of music Ami had in his soul. As a young boy, I had the privilege of watching Ami and my father work together on numerous projects, including Shabbat services, theater productions, life cycle events and countless concerts.

Years later, when I became a Cantor, I was fortunate enough to commission music from the magical pen of Ami Aloni -- the likes of B'rosh Hashana and the Sheva B'rachot for the wedding service. In the last years of his life he wrote a new Selichot service for my congregation in honor of our new sanctuary.

We go through life searching for ways to touch the lives of others, hopefully leaving a legacy that will be remembered by the future generations. Ami's legacy will emanate throughout the many souls to come, through his angelic melodies and dynamic harmonies. I thank G-d for the gift of life and music Ami bestowed upon all who were privileged to know him, the music man.