Sylvan Kalib

Sylvan Sholom Kalib
Born(1929-07-24)July 24, 1929
DiedJanuary 15, 2025(2025-01-15) (aged 95)
NationalityAmerican
Occupation(s)Music Theorist, Musicologist
Notable workThe Musical Tradition of The Eastern European Synagogue

Sylvan Sholom Kalib (July 24, 1929 – January 15, 2025) was an American music theorist, musicologist, cantor, conductor, pedagogue and composer. His primary work falls broadly into two categories: 1) Schenkerian music theory and 2) the musical tradition of the Eastern European synagogue.