André Hübner-Ochodlo, known professionally as André Ochodlo, was born in 1963 in Plauen, Germany. He is a singer, actor, and theater director who has made significant contributions to world music, particularly in the realm of Yiddish songs. Ochodlo's early training included studying Applied Theater Science at the University of Giessen, taking acting courses at the Theater Academy Leipzig, and studying at the Musical Theater in Gdynia. In 1989, he founded the Teatr Atelier in Sopot, Poland, where he served as director. His breakthrough came with the release of his album Shalom Yiddish Songs in 2000, which featured a collection of Yiddish songs. Throughout his career, Ochodlo has released several notable albums, including My blue - Yiddish Songs by Itzig Manger in 2001 and Ghetto – Yiddish Songs in 2003. He is also known for his collaborations with Agnieszka Osiecka. Ochodlo's contributions to Yiddish music have been recognized through various awards and by organizing the International Encounters with Jewish Culture festival (Yiddishland).
