"Almost Like Being in Love" by Courtney Freed and Hamody Hindi
Jenny Finn Orchestra at The Secret Society
Audio for "What a Difference a Day Makes"
Courtney Freed singin' and swingin'
Courtney Freed Promo Shot
Courtney Freed Live at The Old Church
Courtney Freed and guitarist Hamody Hindi.
Vocal/Guitar Duo
The Courtney Freed Band plays the hot danceable swing jazz music of the today. Fronted by powerhouse jazz vocalist and music theater veteran Courtney Freed, the virtuoso band members (reeds/flute, guitar, upright bass, drums) have been swinging the Portland vintage dance scene for past 10+ years in a variety of ensembles including The Jenny Finn Orchestra, The Shanghi Woolies, The Little Big Band, The High Water Jazz Band and others. Never at a loss for a fast balboa, classic swing number, viper tune or a smokey ballad, The Courtney Freed Five has all of your vintage dance music needs covered!
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Write a reviewPrice range: $500-$3000
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
Courtney Freed Music will provide a fun, vintage vibe for your event! The Band will be filled with the best of the best in their field! From classic '20s dance hits to the soulful crooner standards of the '40s and '50s to revamped 80s classics to originals, she can do it all. Expect an ultra professional outfit equipped with everything you need to deliver a stellar night of beloved, danceable music or smooth cocktail sounds.
Courtney Freed Bio:
"Exciting, Eclectic Jazz Vocals"
Strong, passionate, vivacious and daring, Courtney Freed is a dynamic vocalist in a class all her own. She is a Portland based singer, songwriter, creatrix and educator. She has been called a "whirlwind of excitement" as well as "effervescent" and "breathtaking." Whether she is belting out a Queen classic or a sultry standard, she is sure to captivate many a listener. She has performed in many prestigious venues in New York City, Chicago and Los Angeles as well as Portland, where she resides. Her sparkling and smooth tribute through the Great American Songbook is not to be missed live. She also sings lead with local swing band, The Courtney Freed Five. Her new album, "Big Crazy Love," a delicious combination of jazz inspired originals and covers was released in early 2022. For more info, visit (link hidden).
Quintet Bio:
The Courtney Freed Five plays the vintage danceable swing jazz of the 20’s-50’s with a unique blend of sophisticated vocals, alto sax/flute, archtop guitar, supported by upright bass and drums. The CFF is a group of jazz-inspired musicians whose love for the Great American Songbook is enhanced by their eclectic backgrounds that range from straight ahead jazz to jump blues to avant-garde to rock & roll to pop.
We can provide all sound needs as long as we have an outlet to plug into!
Friday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Portland, OR
Monday
Restaurant/Bar Event
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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Portland, OR
Below is a sample of a 3 set songlist! We can cater all of our music to meet your needs. We have over 200 songs in our rep, depending on the theme/vibe of your event!
1 - It Could Happen To You
2 - Lullaby Of Birdland
3 - Almost Like Being In Love
4 - Body And Soul
5 - All My Loving
6 - My Heart Belongs To Daddy
7 - At Your Mother's House
8 - Ancient History -
9 - Chega De Saudade
10 - Frim Fram Sauce,
11 - Summertime
12 - People Will Say We're In Love
13 - Gotta Get Drunk
14 - Like Someone In Love
15 - L-O-V-E -
16 - .SET 2
17 - Deed I Do
18 - Just Like Heaven
19 - S'posin'
20 - It's Not You Its Me
21 - Them There Eyes
22 - Take Your Time
23 - You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To
24 - She Thinks I Still Care
25 - Wake Me Up Before You Go Go
26 - Love Is A Losing Game
27 - Laundromat Swing
28 - Michelle
29 - Love me or Leave me
30 - Do Friends Fall In Love
31 - Easy To Love
32 - .SET 3
33 - Don't Think Twice, It's Alright
34 - It Had To Be You
35 - Some Of These Days
36 - East Of The Sun
37 - I've Got You Under My Skin
38 - Somewhere Only We Know
39 - What A Difference A Day Made
40 - All Of Me
41 - Don't Know Why
42 - When We Were Lovers
43 - I Get A Kick Out Of You
44 - Smile
45 - Bye Bye Blackbird
46 - Bewitched
47 - What A Little Moonlight Can Do
48 - That's All
49 - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes -
50 - Ain't Misbehavin'
51 - Very Thought Of You
52 - Until We Reach the Sea
53 - Love Fool
54 - Bye Bye Black Bird
55 - Dinah
56 - Lover, Come Back To Me
57 - As Long As I Live -
58 - To Know Him Is To Love Him
Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughn, Cyrille Aimee, Cecile McClorin Salvant, Rosemary Clooney, Queen, Diana Krall, Doris Day, Keely Smith, Rachel and Vilray, Hot Sardines.
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