[pianotech] Freddie Cole, brother of the late Nat King Cole

[David Weiss]

I saw Freddie Cole play at Yoshi's in Oakland about 15 years ago.  I sat in
the first row.  He is not able to use 2 of the fingers on his left hand,
possibly a stroke or an accident.  From his playing you would never know it.
Great musician.

 

David Weiss

 

From: pianotech-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf
Of Michael Magness
Sent: Wednesday, April 07, 2010 8:46 PM
To: Pianotech List
Subject: [pianotech] Freddie Cole, brother of the late Nat King Cole

 

I had the very distinct pleaure of tuning for Mr.Cole and the other 3
musicians that form the Freddie Cole quartet yesterday.

 

The entire experience was very enjoyable, no ego's to deal with just 4 very
down to earth musicians who know they are very accomplished at what they do
and don't need to be dismissive to those who live & work in small towns.
The venue was the local state university, the Student Activity Board had
brought them in, the audience was about 2/3 locals 50 years old & up the
rest students. The room seats about 500 and it was perhaps 1/2 full but the
quartet gave an outstanding performance.

After the performance Mr.Cole autographed CD's for those who asked and his
muscicians stayed onstage talking with the students, discussing career
ideas, musical techniques, etc.

 

I would highly recommend this group if any of you are looking for a good act
to recommend.

If any of you find yourselves in the situation of tuning for Mr. Cole, look
forward to it, he's easy to please.

 

Mike
-- 
 
It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without
accepting it.
   
   Aristotle (384 BC - 322 BC)

Michael Magness
Magness Piano Service
608-786-4404
www.IFixPianos.com
email mike at ifixpianos.com

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