Joseph Iadone (September 5, 1914 – March 23, 2004)[1] was an American lutenist who was a member of various bands, including New York Pro Musica, Renaissance Quartet,[2] and Iadone Consort.[3]

Early life

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Joseph Iadone attended Yale University, while studying with composer Paul Hindemith, Hindemith suggested that Iadone take the lute.[3]

Career

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In the late 1950s, Iadone helped James Tyler study the lute.[4]

Death

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On March 23, 2004, Iadone died at a retirement home in New Haven, Connecticut.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Joseph Iadone (1914-2004)". www.findagrave.com. Retrieved November 10, 2017.
  2. ^ "Renaissance Quartet". Billboard. Vol. 79, no. 7. Nielsen Business Media, Inc. February 18, 1967. p. 74. Retrieved March 13, 2017.
  3. ^ a b c Sisario, Ben (April 16, 2004). "Joseph Iadone, 89, Revived Interest in the Lute". The New York Times. Retrieved November 10, 2017.
  4. ^ "James Tyler". December 8, 2010. Retrieved November 10, 2017.