“Freddy Cole? He’s the tops, mate! The very tops!” When I first learned of the passing of vocalist/pianist Freddy Cole on Sunday at the age of 88, this quote immediately […]
Freddy Cole Was “The Tops” For Many Jazz Fans
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Jazz Pianist And Vocalist Freddy Cole Has Died At The Age Of 88
Jazz pianist and vocalist Freddy Cole has died at the age of 88. Born in 1931 in Chicago, he called Atlanta home for the last 48 years. Cole passed on the evening […]
Paul Marinaro Rekindles The Spirit Of Nat King Cole
When Paul Marinaro began planning a tribute to Nat King Cole for the illustrious star’s 100th Centennial Birthday celebration, he faced a seemingly insurmountable task. How to choose from the […]
Jazz In Town: 3 Sax Events Making Jazz
More fantastic jazz happening in Greater Buffalo/Niagara Region. Jazz for everyone – and especially for jazz sax lovers! This week includes the start of ticket sales for a special concert […]
Jazz In Town: 5 Featured Events Highlight Jazz Celebrations
Although the temperatures have not reflected it, spring is definitely in the air. Bringing with it a blossoming of jazz that is downright incredible this spring. Look for a special […]
Celebrate “April Is Jazz Appreciation Month” And Nat King Cole
In April of 2001, Jazz Appreciation Month was founded by the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. The annual celebration shine a light on the heritage and contributions of jazz […]
17 Jazz Concerts That Make Great Christmas Gifts For Your Jazz Lover
At Christmas time, giving the gift of a future jazz concert to the jazz-loving fan can be a great way to support local and regional jazz. And, make a jazz fan […]
JazzBuffalo Extra: Sophisticated Ladies, Norman Conners and Discount For BPO Nat King Cole Tribute
Occasionally, look for JazzBuffalo Extra. A supplement to Jazz In Town when jazz is happening. Pass it along and tell folks to become part of the JazzBuffalo Community by signing […]
JazzBuffalo Review: Khea Emmanuel Delivers Heartfelt Performance In Buffalo
A sultry warm breeze flew into Buffalo from Canada last evening. Bringing a still to a summer night. The warm winds of Canada also brought the passionate and sultry jazz […]
