Freddy has been a recording artist since 1952, when his first single, "The Joke's on me", was released on an obscure Chicago-based label.
Cole doesn't apologize for sounding like his brother, Nat "King" Cole. There are certain unmistakable similarities. He plays piano and sings and performs live with guitar and upright bass, just like Nat. Yet his voice is raspier, smokier, jazzier even. But he has emerged from the awesome shadow cast by his elder brother. In truth, his phrasing is far closer to that of Frank Sinatra or Billie Holiday than that of his brother and his timing swings a little more. His vocals - suave, elegant, formidable,...
Doors open at 5 PM to the award-winning Ambrosia Restaurant. Dinner reservations for Ambrosia are recommended as the restaurant tends to sell out on show nights. Doors to the theater and main lobby open at 6 PM with cocktails and appetizers available for purchase. Join us after the show for an after party featuring live jazz in The Vault VIP Lounge.

