Jim Lenn will discuss the Connecticut made Ovation guitar and the role it played during the singer/songwriter development of the ’70s. Jim will also be performing some songs from the era that typify the Ovation sound.

The Ovation guitar, built in New Hartford Connecticut, played a significant role in the foundation and flourishing of the singer/songwriter explosion of the late 60’s and early 70’s music scene. This guitar filled a void created by the advancement of live sound systems and propelled this segment of the music industry to the forefront.

In this informative and fun presentation, Jim Lenn will explore the role the Ovation guitar played as well as some of the music that was performed at this time on the instrument.

Jim Lenn grew up in southern California – starting music at the age of eight and after hearing The Beatles at 12, he knew music would play a big part in his life. Upon relocating to the East Coast in 1999, Jim needed to travel for work and the friendly and portable ukulele became a mainstay of his travels.

Besides performing solo acoustic shows through out New England, Jim is involved in the James Hill Ukulele Intiative and is most happy when teaching and sharing the love of ukulele and music with anyone interested.