Von Freeman
Von Freeman artist page: interviews, features and/or performances archived at NPR Music
Concerts
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January 10, 2012 Sheila Jordan, Jack DeJohnette, Charlie Haden, Jimmy Owens and Von Freeman are honored.
September 29, 2011 Hear the NEA Jazz Master in a concert from the Green Mill Cocktail Lounge in Chicago.
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January 1, 2011 The godfather of the Chicago jazz scene and his protege -- both tenor sax players -- jam every year.
Interviews & Profiles
August 24, 2004 The Chicago jazz legend talks about his new record, The Great Divide.
News
August 13, 2012 The tenor saxophonist was iconic in his hometown's jazz community and among aficionados worldwide.
Reviews
April 20, 2010 A brawny, bluesy tenor saxophonist, the Chicago stalwart just released a new album with his band.
December 21, 2007 For his holiday gift suggestions, Fresh Air's jazz critic recommends a few box sets.
More Stories
August 4, 2004 At 81, the jazz saxophonist is still performing and recording.
July 15, 2011 The saxophonist was named an NEA Jazz Master, calling attention to other giants lost in history.
