In Search of the Lost Maestro: Rediscovering Edmond Dédé - A presentation by Marguerite de Bourgoing

Born in New Orleans in 1827 as a free person of color, Edmond Dédé became one of the most accomplished classical musicians of the 19th century. Trained in the European tradition and deeply rooted in Creole culture, he built a remarkable career in France, where he conducted orchestras and composed nearly 150 works. French filmmaker Marguerite de Bourgoing will present her ongoing documentary research on Edmon Dédé joined by Andrea Cawelti of Harvard University. The conversation will be moderated by Morgan Beckford, Director of Learning at Boston Lyric Opera.