He early entered the profession, and became cantor of the Maisel Synagogue at Prague while quite a young man.
In 1865 he received a call from the Ahawath Chesed Congregation in New York, and remained its cantor until 1880, when he resigned the position in order to return to his native city.
During his stay in New York he was active in improving the musical service of the American synagogue.
In addition he published Psalm 93 with German words for solo and chorus, and Todtenfeier, two hymns for the memorial service.
He was a prominent member of B'nai B'rith and took great interest in communal affairs in Prague, being the leading spirit in various charitable and educational organizations.