Temple Kol Ami just hired its second cantor in the synagogueâs history. More than 30 years ago, TKAâs first cantor served only a few months. Now, due to TKAâs significant growth over the last 10 years, Rabbi Jeremy Schneider said he needs another ordained clergy member âto serve the congregationâs needs and programs and give me the support I need to serve 400 families.â Cantor Rita Glassman, currently the interim cantor at Congregation Rodeph Shalom in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, starts July 1 and will serve as interim cantor for a year. Hiring an interim cantor with a tremendous amount of experience and knowledge was key, said Schneider.