Fri Apr 18
“What Freelon is building is not just a castle of love, but an expanded repertoire for jazz singers…” - The Washington Post
Seven-time GRAMMY® Award nominee Nnenna Freelon is a compelling artist and captivating performer with numerous accolades and activities including another GRAMMY® Award nomination for 2021’s Time Traveler! With her son Pierce Freelon, they made Grammy history by being the first mother and son nominated for the 64th GRAMMY® awards in separate categories. Their collaborative new recording, “AnceStars” (2023), marks her first family music recording with Pierce. Nnenna’s new Podcast "Great Grief with Nnenna Freelon” garnered Ambie Awards in 2022 and 2021, her debut seasons. She received the 2022 Jazz Masters Award from the prestigious “Women’s Jazz and Blues Association of Palm Springs,” and more. In 2023, Nnenna continues to star alongside TAKE 6, Tom Scott, Kirk Whalum and Clint Holmes in the critically acclaimed show “Georgia on My Mind: Celebrating the Music of Ray Charles,” where she is no stranger to the music of the master singer – she toured with Ray Charles, as well as many other greatest jazz artists including Al Jarreau, George Benson, Benny Golson, Ellis Marsalis, and others.
Why should you see Nnenna Freelon?
Captivating Stage Presence: Freelon is a dynamic and engaging performer who commands the stage with charisma and grace.
If you are a fan of jazz, blues, or soul music, or if you are looking for a powerful and moving live performance, Nnenna Freelon is definitely worth seeing.