Readers & Writers Series 2008

Date: Saturday, November 22, 2PM
Location: Village Square Bookstore & Literary Arts Center, Rte 23A, Main St., Village of Hunter, NY
Information: 518-263-2050
Free Admission

Carver Blanchard brings to modern audiences the sparkling tradition of lute composition and arrangement that began in Renaissance Europe. In the spirit of the early English master John Dowland, Blanchard has adapted spirituals, work songs, and other traditional music of the American South for performance with this classic and intimate instrument. Former lutenist for the Smithsonian Institution, and tenor soloist in its early-music consort, Blanchard is the leader of his own "Lute Unleashed" group. He is also director of the Fernwood Center for the performing arts in Elka Park, NY and teaches at Wesleyan University.