Kagan Khaim (Efim) Iosifovich (02.09.1900 — ?) — singer, tenor. From September 1922, studied at the Latvian Conservatoire (class of E. Vitings). Further developed his art in Berlin under Professor Bachner. In 1929, arrived in Riga. Performed solo concerts. His repertoire included works by G.F. Handel, F. Schubert, R. Schumann and others. From 1932, sang at the Latvian National Opera (roles of Harlequin and Beppe the Comedian in “Pagliacci”). The first Jewish soloist to perform at the National Opera.