Neighborhood Classics - Paul O'Dette

On Friday, March 30, 2012 at 7 pm, Paul O'Dette will perform at PS 321.
Lutenist, conductor, and music researcher Paul O'Dette began by playing classical guitar; while in high school he also played electric guitar in a rock band in Columbus, Ohio, where he grew up. He eventually adopted the lute as his primary instrument, specializing in the performance of Renaissance and Baroque music.
A highly influential figure in his field, O’Dette has helped define the technical and stylistic standards to which 21st-century performers aspire. Best known for his recitals and recordings of solo lute music, he maintains an active international career as an ensemble musician and continuo player, performing with today’s most respected conductors and ensembles.
Paul O’Dette is Professor of Lute and Director of Early Music at the Eastman School of Music, and is Artistic Director of the Boston Early Music Festival.