Described by the Seattle Times as "a joy to behold" John Lenti is regularly beheld playing lute, theorbo, and baroque guitar with lots of orchestras, choirs, and opera companies on both coasts of the United States, as well as in the interior, non-coastal part, and a few, coastal or otherwise, in other countries.

While orchestral work as an accompanist and concerto soloist comprises most of his career, chamber music is John's primary interest and he enjoys touring with his groups Wayward Sisters, the I-90 Collective, and Ostraka, while appearing as a guest with many other notable ensembles.