Monday, August 15, 2011

Chicago Celebrates Von Freeman



This year, the country was reminded of what Chicagoans have known for decades: Saxophonist Von Freeman is a jazz treasure. Recently named a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master, Freeman (who turns 88 this fall) finally received due recognition for his powerful, inventive approach and his generous ongoing mentorship.

So Chicago fittingly brought the celebration back home with this heartfelt tribute as the opening night to the Made In Chicago: World Class Jazz series at Millennium Park's Jay Pritzker Pavilion on July 28.

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