Carleton presents “The Odyssey: A Folk Opera,” an original musical adaptation of Homer’s classic tale told in 24 short songs

February 23, 2015

Carleton College will present a performance of Joe Goodkin’s original musical composition, “The Odyssey: A Folk Opera,” on Thursday, Feb. 26 from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Gould Library Athenaeum. Goodkin’s 30-minute adaptation for solo voice and acoustic baritone guitar and voice tells the story of Homer's “Odyssey” in a series of 24 short songs, invoking the spirit of the ancient Greek bards who originally brought forth the timeless stories of Odysseus and the heroes of the Trojan War. This event is free and open to the public.

Goodkin has been performing his unique interpretation of “The Odyssey” for high school and college audiences since 2003. “The Odyssey: A Folk Opera” was honored in 2003, 2004, and 2012 with an American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) Award. More at www.joesodyssey.com.

This event is sponsored by the Carleton College Department of Classical Languages. For more information, including disability accommodations, please call (507) 222-5437. The Gould Library is accessible via Highway 19 in Northfield.