Chenaniah, leader of the Levites, was in charge of the singing; he gave instruction in singing because he was skilled.

David was clothed with a robe of fine linen, as were all the Levites who carried the ark, and the singers and Chenaniah, director of the music of the singers. David also wore an ephod (a priestly upper garment) of linen.

Of the Izharites: Chenaniah and his sons were appointed to outside duties for Israel, as administrators and judges.