Biographical details
Froim Spektor was born in Russia and was the Uber Cantor of the
Premier Choral Synagogue in Rostov-on-Don, Russia. This was the
premier of three synagogues in Rostov. He was awarded this
prestigious position as a result of winning an international
competition. The Shul choir included ex-opera singers and conducted
by a professor of music. He was also part of a travelling choir
called the Kantors who sang in synagogues and also performed
concerts of religious, classical and folk music.
Froim was married to Lina and had 2 sons born in Russia. In 1928 he
was invited to be the cantor in Cape Town, South Africa, where he
stayed until his death. In 1933 Froim and Lina had a 3rd son.
Upon his retirement, he became the part owner of a sweet
factory while Lina ran a seaside hotel. He continued to write music
and had constant visitors involved in writing and performing music.
His life revolved around his family and music! He was regarded by
all who new him as a modest and a gentle man. A gentleman.
